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About this home
Welcome to a captivating piece of history offering timeless charm! This historical home, once occupied by Springfield's Mayor has been lovingly maintained with thoughtful upgrades striking the perfect balance between architectural charm and modern peace of mind. The expansive front porch welcomes you into a grand foyer and over 3300 square feet of living space. On the first floor find a formal living room with a beautifully maintained fireplace, formal dining room with lovely built ins and storage bench window seat, a well appointed eat in kitchen with peninsula features 2 large pantries with washer/dryer and tons of storage! On the first floor you'll also find an additional den or home office plus a half bath and hardwoods in nearly every room. The 2nd story features 4 bedrooms all with large closets and 2 full baths plus additional spaces for all your needs. Rise to the 3rd level to find 2 additional large rooms which make great spaces for all your hobbies plus additional storage in the unfinished attic area. Upgrades include electrical and mini-split heat and A/C throughout the home. The interior is rounded out by tons of closets, built-ins, gorgeous pocket doors and beautiful architectural details. Outside is a 1 car oversized detached garage easily accessed by the kitchen/side entry plus newer roof on house and garage (2023 APO) plus ADT security system make this the perfect choice for your new home. Come see for yourself!
Forest Park Heights Historic District, located between Forest Park and the Longmeadow line, is a historic and residential Springfield neighborhood with grand Victorian streetscapes and a park-side setting. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around Sumner Avenue near the Forest Park entrance, where porch-lined blocks meet a steady stream of walkers and cyclists. Architectural details—turrets, stained glass, and deep front porches—define the streets, with mature trees framing wide sidewalks. Forest Park anchors daily routines with trails, ponds, and seasonal events. The Zoo in Forest Park & Education Center and the Barney Estate add cultural weight to the park edge. Nearby, the Forest Park Branch Library offers a quiet civic counterpoint to the greenery.
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Offer insights
98 Bellevue Ave · $380,000
$401K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $401K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
7 days
The average home goes pending in 23 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
101.5%
Most homes are selling 1% above list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
French doors
Insulated windows
Walk-up attic
12 total rooms
Bedrooms
Master bedroom on second floor with walk-in closet, custom built cabinets, and hardwood flooring
Second bedroom on second floor with walk-in closet, linen closet, and wood flooring
Third bedroom on second floor with walk-in closet and hardwood flooring
Fourth bedroom on second floor with walk-in closet and hardwood flooring
Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms (both on second floor — one with tub and shower, one with shower stall)
One half bathroom on the first floor
Kitchen
Laminate flooring
Picture window
Range
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Electric dryer hookup
Flooring
Wood
Hardwood
Tile
Heating & cooling
Forced air heating (natural gas)
Ductless heating
Ductless cooling
Exterior features
Porch
Level lot
Paved road access
Public, dead-end road frontage
Public-maintained road
Home design
Single family residence
Red/brown exterior color
Approximate year built (per public records)
Parking
Detached garage with garage door opener
Two covered garage spaces
Three open parking spaces
Five total parking spaces
Off-street paved parking
Security
Security system
Construction
Frame construction
Block and brick/mortar foundation
Shingle roof
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Circuit breaker electrical service
Electric connections for range and dryer
HOA & community
Community offers public transportation access and nearby shopping
Not a senior community
Other
Partial green energy efficiency
Electricity and solar
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This 12 Room, 4 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Historic Home is located in the Forest Park Heights Historic District. This stunning four-bedroom home boasts both charm and character. The front porch invites you inside where you'll find original hardwood floors, soaring ceilings, and an abundance of natural light. The first floor features a spacious living room with a fireplace, a cozy den, a formal dining room, and a bright and airy eat-in kitchen. The second floor offers four generously-sized bedrooms, each with their own unique features, a home office, and two full bathrooms. The third floor provides additional space for additional bedrooms, playroom or storage space.
Public Records
Jul 20, 1978
Sold
$53,500
$16/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$4,660 (+6.3%)
$37,600 + $235,700
$273,300
2022
$4,383 (+2.1%)
$35,200 + $197,700
$232,900
2021
$4,294 (+8.3%)
$32,000 + $195,200
$227,200
2020
$3,965 (+8.4%)
$32,000 + $171,000
$203,000
2019
$3,659 (−3.9%)
$33,000 + $152,900
$185,900
2018
$3,806 (+0.6%)
$33,000 + $160,400
$193,400
2017
$3,785 (+7.1%)
$33,000 + $159,500
$192,500
2016
$3,535 (−1.4%)
$33,000 + $146,800
$179,800
2015
$3,584 (−10.9%)
$33,000 + $149,200
$182,200
2014
$4,021 (−3.7%)
$32,900 + $171,100
$204,000
2013
$4,177 (−0.6%)
$32,900 + $179,000
$211,900
2012
$4,202 (−6.2%)
$32,900 + $179,000
$211,900
2011
$4,481
$39,500 + $190,400
$229,900
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
5
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.27 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
3,292
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
3,292
Year built
1914
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Hampden County
APN
2573226
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2023.
RES A
Low Density Residential District
Low density residential, primarily single-family detached
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Garden center
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Other
Historical weather
Springfield, MA • 01108
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in
June and 4.3 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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4.3 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 98 Bellevue Ave
$390,858
$11K over list price of $380K
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