Step back in time with this charming circa-1912 Colonial nestled in the heart of McKnight! Offering 4 bedrooms and 1.5 baths across 1,673?sq?ft, this home is filled with classic details — from hardwood floors to a vintage fireplace and rich wood trim. Much of the home awaits your thoughtful restoration to bring out its full potential.Set on a quiet, tree-lined street, this property showcases beautiful historic character that’s ready to be polished and revitalized. Imagine restoring the original craftsmanship while blending in your modern touches.Perfectly situated near Springfield’s vibrant shops, dining, and cultural amenities, this home is an ideal canvas for those eager to breathe new life into a historic gem. Schedule your showing today and envision the possibilities!Take advantage of 2% seller-paid closing costs — making homeownership more affordable! Ask your lender how this can reduce your monthly payment.
Sold for $230,000 on 09/25/25
$230,000
86 Amherst St, Springfield, MA 01109
4beds
1,673sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1892
4,670 Square Feet Lot
$231,900 Zestimate®
$137/sqft
$2,559 Estimated rent
Home value
$231,900
$216,000 - $250,000
$2,559/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: September 26, 2025 at 08:23am
Listed by:
Derek Greene 860-560-1006,
The Greene Realty Group 860-560-1006
Bought with:
Robert Couture
Lock and Key Realty Inc.
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73405133
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Basement: Full
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,673
- Total interior livable area: 1,673 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,673
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Exterior features: Porch
Lot
- Size: 4,670 sqft
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: S:00410 P:0010,2571187
- Zoning: R1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt/Composition Shingles
Condition
- Year built: 1892
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Springfield
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/25/2025 | Sold | $230,000-7.6%$137/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73405133 | ||
| 8/23/2025 | Contingent | $249,000$149/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73405133 | ||
| 8/12/2025 | Price change | $249,000-3.9%$149/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73405133 | ||
| 7/16/2025 | Listed for sale | $259,000+838.4%$155/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73405133 | ||
| 3/23/1999 | Sold | $27,600-56.2%$16/sqft |
Source: Public Record | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,741 +0.9% | $174,800 +3.4% |
| 2024 | $2,716 +61.8% | $169,100 +71.7% |
| 2023 | $1,679 +43.6% | $98,500 +58.6% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: McKnight
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Alfred G Zanetti SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 1 mi
- 2/10High School of Science and Technology (Sci-Tech)Grades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
- 3/10STEM Middle AcademyGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
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