$575,000

2 Melrose St Adams, MA 01220

Estimated payment $3,456/month

Total Views 27,776
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,406 Sq Ft
$239 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Barn or Stable
  • Wood Flooring
  • Mature Landscaping
  • Multiple Garages
  • Stone Countertops
  • 5 Car Detached Garage

About This Home

Step into a piece of Adams history with the beautifully preserved Simmons Cottage, on the market for the first time in generations. Built in 1901, this elegant Victorian residence offers a rare in-town opportunity, blending architectural charm with modern comfort.Set on a .24 acre lot, just a short stroll to the vibrant center of Adams, with its restaurants, shops, and small town charm, this 9 room, 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home is rich with original detail and character. From the moment you step onto the welcoming front porch, ideal for lazy summer days, you'll appreciate the timeless appeal of this property.

Listing Agent

Diane Thorson

WILLIAM PITT SOTHEBY'S - GT BARRINGTON License #9574477 Listed on: 07/11/2025

WILLIAM PITT SOTHEBY'S - GT BARRINGTON

Co-Listing Agent

Nick Geranios

WILLIAM PITT SOTHEBY'S - LENOX License #9014914

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,899

Year Built

  • 1890

Lot Details

  • 10,454 Sq Ft Lot
  • Mature Landscaping
  • Irregular Lot

Home Design

  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,406 Sq Ft Home
  • Fireplace
  • Alarm System

Kitchen

  • Built-In Electric Oven
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Stone Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Dirt Floor

Parking

  • 5 Car Detached Garage
  • Multiple Garages
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Outbuilding
  • Porch

Schools

  • Hoosac Valley Elementary School
  • Hoosac Valley Middle & High School

Horse Facilities and Amenities

  • Barn or Stable

Utilities

  • Zoned Heating and Cooling
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Steam
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Water Heated On Demand
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Public Transportation

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,899

Year Built

1890

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential - Single Family
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Style: Victorian
  • Accessibility: 1st Flr Half Bath
  • Construction: Wood Frame
  • Directions: Park Street to Melrose. For ease of parking and entering, enter from Park Street (MA-8) in Adams, between the Adams Free Library and 90 Park Street.
  • Marketing Headline: Charming In-Town Victorian with Large Carriage House!
  • Year Built Description: Approximate
  • Estimated Year Built: 1890
  • Right Of Way: Unk, Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1890

Interior Features

  • Appliances Included: Dryer, Built-In Electric Oven, Washer, Refrigerator, Range, Microwave
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Total Full Baths: 2
  • Total Half Baths: 1
  • Basement: Dirt Floor, Interior Access, Concrete Floor, Full
  • Insulation: Unknown
  • Interior Amenities: Alarm System, Stone Countertop, Fireplace (s), Cable Available
  • Floor: Carpet, Wood, Ceramic Tile
  • Sq Ft Liv Apx: 2406.00
  • Total Rooms: 9

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Amenities: Barn/Stable, Mature Landscaping, Public Transportation within 1/2 Mile, Porch, Outbuilding, Landscaped
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingles
  • Exterior Siding: Wood

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Stalls: 5
  • Parking Spaces: 7.00
  • Parking Spaces Type: Garaged & Off-Street
  • Garage: Detached, Multiple, Oversized

Utilities

  • Electric Type: 200 Amp, Circuit Breaker
  • Fuel: Nat Gas
  • Hot Water: Tankless, On Demand
  • Internet Service: Cable Available
  • Sewer: Public
  • Underground Oil Tank: Unk
  • Water: Public
  • Flood Hazard Area: Unk
  • Heat Cool Vent: Hot Water, Steam, Multizone

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Mandatory HOA: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Hoosac Valley Elementary
  • Middle School: Hoosac Valley Middle & High School
  • High School: Hoosac Valley Middle & High School

Lot Info

  • Estimated Acres: 0.24
  • Total Assessed Value: 288000.00
  • Assessed Year: 2025.00
  • Lot Description: Paved Drive, Irregular Shape
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 10454.00
  • Map Ref: M: 1130 B: 0000 L: 02110
  • Right To Farm Comm: Yes
  • Zoning: Residential
  • Lot Dimensions: 10,454
  • Easement: Yes
  • Survey: Unk

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 4899.00
  • Tax Year: 2025

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Hoosac Valley Elementary
  • High School: Hoosac Valley Middle & High School
  • Middle School: Hoosac Valley Middle & High School

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Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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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 $4,899 $288,000 $53,600 $234,400
2024 $4,624 $263,600 $50,400 $213,200
2023 $4,330 $233,400 $45,800 $187,600
2022 $4,259 $203,900 $39,800 $164,100
2021 $4,151 $183,500 $39,800 $143,700
2020 $3,908 $178,600 $39,800 $138,800
2019 $4,438 $178,600 $39,800 $138,800
2018 $3,911 $176,100 $39,800 $136,300
2017 $3,763 $176,100 $39,800 $136,300
2016 $3,848 $179,900 $39,800 $140,100
2015 $3,735 $174,800 $41,600 $133,200
2014 $3,487 $174,800 $41,600 $133,200
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/11/2025 07/11/25 For Sale $575,000 -- $239 / Sq Ft
Source: Berkshire County Board of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $45,000 No Value Available
Open $111,000 No Value Available
Closed $6,280 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

About the Listing Agent

Diane Thorson

WILLIAM PITT SOTHEBY'S - GT BARRINGTON

(413) 666-1747

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Source: Berkshire County Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 247028

Berkshire County Board of REALTORS®

APN: ADAM-000113-000000-000211