NOT LISTED FOR SALE

130 Root Ln Sheffield, MA 01257

Estimated Value: $1,260,141 - $1,559,000

5 Beds
5 Baths
5,000 Sq Ft
$289/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 30, 2018

Last sale price $850,000 $170 Per Sq Ft

Est. 70% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $8,670/month

514 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • 3 Car Detached Garage
  • In-Law or Guest Suite
  • Wood Flooring
  • Fireplace
  • Walk-In Closet

About This Home

As of November 2018

This graceful and comfortable home has been carefully updated. The same family has lovingly maintained it for 46 years. 6 fireplaces, leaded glass windows. Formal living room, dining room and library. Eat-in kitchen with Viking range. Game room, TV room and office. Front and back staircases. 3+ bay garage with attached income producing 1-bedroom apartment. Room for everyone! An exceptionally beautiful expanse of level land. Great for gardening, crops, horses and outdoor activities. Plenty of room for a pool and tennis court. Blueberries, raspberries, day lilies. Birds in abundance. Great local roads for cycling. The property has sufficient frontage and acreage for by-right subdivision into several lots.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sheila Thunfors

STONE HOUSE PROPERTIES, LLC License #9021106 Listed on: 05/01/2017

Last Buyer's Agent

Lawrence Reilly

BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES BARNBROOK REALTY

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,507

Year Built

  • 1938

Lot Details

  • 13.19

Parking

  • 3 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Fiberglass Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Shingle Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 5,000 Sq Ft Home
  • Fireplace
  • Sump Pump
  • Alarm System

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • In-Law or Guest Suite
  • 5 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Schools

  • Undermountain Elementary School
  • Mount Everett Middle School
  • Mount Everett High School

Utilities

  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Private Sewer
  • Cable TV Available

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,507

Year Built

1938

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential - Single Family
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Style: Colonial | Shingle Style
  • Construction: Wood Frame
  • Directions: Rte 7 to Root Lane.
  • Marketing Headline: 13 EXCEPTIONAL ACRES WITHIN A HALF-MILE WALK OF TOWN - PERFECT FOR HORSES, GARDENS, LAWN ACTIVITIES
  • Year Built Description: Renovated Since
  • Right Of Way: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1938

Interior Features

  • Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Range, Washer, Refrigerator, Dryer
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 5.00
  • Total Full Baths: 5
  • Basement: Bulk head, Sump Pump, Crawl, Concrete Floor
  • Interior Amenities: Alarm System | Walk-In Closet(s) | Fireplace (s) | Inlaw/Guest Qtrs | High Speed Wiring | Cable Available
  • Floor: Ceramic Tile | Wood
  • Sq Ft Liv Apx: 5000.00

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Asphalt Shingles | Fiberglass
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle | Wood

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Stalls: 3
  • Parking Spaces Type: Garaged
  • Garage: Detached | Oversized

Utilities

  • Electric Type: 200 Amp
  • Fuel: Oil
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Internet Service: Cable Available
  • Sewer: Private
  • Underground Oil Tank: No
  • Water: Public
  • Flood Hazard Area: No
  • Heat Cool Vent: Hot Water

Lot Info

  • Estimated Acres: 13.19
  • Total Assessed Value: 645000.00
  • Assessed Year: 2017.00
  • Map Ref: M:019.0 B:0002 L:0025.0
  • Right To Farm Comm: Yes
  • Zoning: Residential
  • Lot Dimensions: 574,556
  • Easement: Yes
  • Survey: Yes

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 9507.00
  • Tax Year: 2018

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Undermountain
  • High School: Mount Everett
  • Middle School: Mount Everett

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 2, 2025
Sold by
Packer William J and Packer Jenifer J
Bought by
William J Packer T-2024 J and William Packer
Current Estimated Value
$1,446,047

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 1, 2017
Closed on
Nov 30, 2018
Sold by
Miller James R and Miller Catherine B
Bought by
Packer William J and Packer Jenifer J
Seller's Agent
Sheila Thunfors
STONE HOUSE PROPERTIES, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Lawrence Reilly
BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES BARNBROOK REALTY
List Price
$975,000
Sold Price
$850,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$125,000
-12.82%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.74%
Original Mortgage
$600,000
Interest Rate
4.8%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 10, 1997
Sold by
Dunn Marion F and Allegra Catherine
Bought by
Miller James R and Miller Catherine B

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$75,000
Interest Rate
8.09%
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
William J Packer T-2024 J -- --
Packer William J $850,000 --
Miller James R $80,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Packer William J $600,000
Previous Owner Miller James R $75,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
11/30/2018 11/30/18 Sold $850,000 -12.8% $170 / Sq Ft
09/27/2018 09/27/18 Pending -- -- --
05/01/2017 05/01/17 For Sale $975,000 -- $195 / Sq Ft
Source: Berkshire County Board of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $13,303 $1,098,500 $118,900 $979,600
2024 $12,907 $1,098,500 $118,900 $979,600
2023 $11,712 $1,098,500 $118,900 $979,600
2022 $11,712 $941,500 $118,900 $822,600
2021 $10,485 $755,400 $114,900 $640,500
2020 $10,062 $718,700 $114,900 $603,800
2019 $9,998 $645,000 $96,700 $548,300
2018 $9,507 $645,000 $96,700 $548,300
2017 $9,469 $645,000 $96,700 $548,300
2016 $9,605 $669,800 $135,200 $534,600
2015 $9,534 $658,000 $135,200 $522,800
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Berkshire County Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 218916

Berkshire County Board of REALTORS®

APN: SHEF-000190-000002-000250