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.
For sale
$279,500
254 Route 20, Chester, MA 01011
3beds
1,968sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1850
0.36 Acres Lot
$282,300 Zestimate®
$142/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 107 days |
- 2,876 |
- 190 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: January 24, 2026 at 12:10am
Listed by:
Dennis LeClair 413-841-1863,
RE/MAX Compass 413-568-0040
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73428417
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Main,Basement
Family room
- Features: Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Slider
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Vinyl, Dining Area, Country Kitchen, Dryer Hookup - Electric, Washer Hookup
- Level: First
Living room
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Cable Hookup
- Level: Main,First
Heating
- Baseboard, Oil, Wood
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater, Oven, Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Flooring - Wood, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor
Features
- Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,968
- Total interior livable area: 1,968 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,968
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Porch - Enclosed, Screened, Deck, Deck - Wood
- Exterior features: Porch, Porch - Enclosed, Porch - Screened, Deck, Deck - Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Scenic View(s), Water, River
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: River,Water
- Waterfront features: Waterfront, Stream, River
Lot
- Size: 0.36 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot, Flood Plain, Level
Details
- Parcel number: 3971822
- Zoning: B
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Block
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1850
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Conservation Area, Highway Access
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Chester
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $142/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $220,600
- Annual tax amount: $3,984
- Date on market: 11/7/2025
Estimated market value
$282,300
$268,000 - $296,000
$2,246/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/31/2025 | Price change | $279,500-1.9%$142/sqft |
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| 9/24/2025 | Price change | $284,900-0.3%$145/sqft |
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| 9/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $285,900$145/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,984 +5.7% | $220,600 |
| 2024 | $3,768 +3.7% | $220,600 +8.2% |
| 2023 | $3,634 +7% | $203,800 +15.1% |
| 2022 | $3,397 +18% | $177,100 +27.3% |
| 2021 | $2,879 | $139,100 |
| 2020 | $2,879 +0.7% | $139,100 +2.1% |
| 2019 | $2,860 +9.1% | $136,200 +0.8% |
| 2018 | $2,621 -4.5% | $135,100 |
| 2017 | $2,745 +0.8% | $135,100 |
| 2016 | $2,724 +3.4% | $135,100 -1% |
| 2015 | $2,634 -7.6% | $136,500 |
| 2014 | $2,850 +3.9% | $136,500 +1% |
| 2013 | $2,742 +4.5% | $135,200 -2.3% |
| 2012 | $2,624 +1.7% | $138,400 |
| 2011 | $2,580 +0.7% | $138,400 -9.5% |
| 2010 | $2,561 +2.5% | $153,000 |
| 2009 | $2,498 -0.6% | $153,000 |
| 2008 | $2,514 +7.7% | $153,000 +9.1% |
| 2007 | $2,335 +11.3% | $140,300 +16.3% |
| 2006 | $2,098 +18.3% | $120,600 +27.6% |
| 2005 | $1,773 -7.8% | $94,500 |
| 2004 | $1,922 +5.8% | $94,500 -0.9% |
| 2003 | $1,816 +21.1% | $95,400 +3.9% |
| 2001 | $1,500 | $91,800 |
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Est. payment
$1,646/mo
Principal & interest
$1325
Property taxes
$321
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 01011
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Chester Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.4 mi
- 3/10Gateway Regional Junior High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 5.9 mi
- 6/10Gateway Regional High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.9 mi
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