Open House Sat, Sep 26th 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM - Price Reduction - Waterfront
Address
254 Route 20, Chester, MA
Price
$ 239,900
Property Attributes
- MLS#73428417
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyHAMPDEN
- CityChester
- Zip01011
- StyleColonial
- Year Built1850
- Taxes$ 3984
- Price$ 239,900
- Bedrooms3
- Full Bathrooms1
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage1968
- Lot Size0.36 Acres
Data Source:
Massachusetts MLS Property Info Network (MLSPIN)
Property Description
Welcome to this historic Colonial home nestled in the center of Chester, offering charm and modern potential. Featuring 6 spacious rooms, including 3 generous bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms, this home is ideal for Living, investors, or those seeking an Airbnb rental opportunity. Inside, enjoy the warmth of beautiful wood floors throughout most of the home, a large kitchen with ample counter and cabinet space, and closets galore for all your storage needs. Additional features include a spacious three-season front porch that’s surrounded by natural light accented by a beautiful wood ceiling, vinyl windows, an attached 1-car garage, and a storage shed — all situated on a 0.36-acre lot. Located along the scenic Westfield River, this property is a haven for outdoor lovers, with nearby hiking and riding trails, and is just a short drive to Jacobs Pillow, Tanglewood, Lee Outlets, and only 30 minutes to Westfield or the Berkshires.
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 9/10/2025 | Listed $285,900 |
| 9/24/2025 | 1$284,900 |
| 10/31/2025 | 2$279,500 |
| 5/14/2026 | 2$274,900 |
| 5/27/2026 | 2$269,900 |
| 6/22/2026 | 2$264,900 |
| 8/7/2026 | 2$259,900 |
| 8/14/2026 | 4$249,900 |
| 9/11/2026 | 3$244,900 |
| 9/21/2026 | 3$239,900 |
General Features
| Sewer | Private Sewer |
|---|---|
| Heating | Baseboard,Oil,Wood |
| Cooling | Window Unit(s) |
| Utilities | for Electric Range,for Electric Oven,for Electric Dryer,Washer Hookup |
| Roof | Shingle |
| Appliances | Electric Water Heater,Oven,Range,Refrigerator |
| Zoning | B |
| Garage Spaces | 1 |
| Patio/Porch Features | Porch,Porch - Enclosed,Screened,Deck,Deck - Wood |
| Architectural Style | Colonial |
| Construction Materials | Frame |
| Year Built | 1850 |
| Electric | Circuit Breakers |
| View | Scenic View(s) |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| Parcel Number | 3971822 |
| Waterfront Features | Waterfront,Stream,River |
| Community Features | Park,Walk/Jog Trails,Conservation Area,Highway Access |
| County | Hampden |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | No |
| Attached Garage | Yes |
| Garage Y/N | Yes |
| Waterview | Yes |
| Total Rooms | 6 |
| Full Baths | 1 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | Take Route 20 from Westfield or Lee |
| City | Chester |
| Disclosures | Property to be sold as-is,Wood Stove in Den to remain,microwave is non functional,Horse hitching pole is sellers personal property. Flood insurance is required. Featured photo is virtually staged. “ |
| Senior Community Y/N | No |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 15682 |
| Carport Y/N | No |
| Property Attached Y/N | No |
| Year Built Details | Actual |
| Tax Annual Amount | 3984 |
| Home Warranty Y/N | No |
| Building Area Units | Square Feet |
| Primary Bedroom Level | Second |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Year Built Source | Public Records |
| Tax Assessed Value | 220600 |
| Certified Treated | Unknown |
Interior Features
| Basement | Full |
|---|---|
| Flooring | Wood,Tile,Carpet |
| Kitchen Level | First |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | Yes |
| Heating Y/N | Yes |
| Window Features | Insulated Windows |
| Fireplace Y/N | No |
| Above Grade Finished Area | 1968 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Laundry Features | Flooring - Wood,Electric Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup,First Floor |
| Total Bedrooms | 3 |
| Living Room Level | Main,First |
| LivingAreaSource | Public Record |
| Kitchen Features | Flooring - Vinyl,Dining Area,Country Kitchen,Dryer Hookup - Electric,Washer Hookup |
| Total Baths | 2 |
| Living Room Features | Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Cable Hookup |
| Bedroom 3 Features | Closet,Flooring - Wood |
| Bedroom 2 Features | Closet,Flooring - Wood |
| Dining Room Features | Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet |
| Primary Bedroom Features | Closet,Flooring - Wood |
| Family Room Level | First |
| Family Room Features | Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Slider |
| Dining Room Level | Main,Basement |
| Bedroom 3 Level | Second |
| Second Bedroom Level | Second |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Porch,Porch - Enclosed,Porch - Screened,Deck,Deck - Wood |
|---|---|
| Parking Features | Attached,Paved Drive,Off Street,Paved |
| Lot Features | Corner Lot,Flood Plain,Level |
| Water Source | Public |
| Total Parking | 5 |
| Lot Size Area | 0.36 |
| Foundation Details | Concrete Perimeter,Block |
| Spa | No |
| Building Area Total | 1968 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.36 |
| Waterfront Y/N | Yes |
| Covered Spaces | 1 |
| Door Features | Storm Door(s) |
| Road Frontage Type | Public |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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