Hometown Team
Real Broker MA, LLC
(978) 709-2942
162 Total Sales
1 in Florence
$510,000 Price
228 Florence Rd Florence, MA 01062
Florence NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $406,925 - $426,000
2
Beds
1
Bath
1,028
Sq Ft
$404/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Medical Services
- Cabana
- Open Floorplan
- Northampton High School Rated A-
- Solar Power System
- Fruit Trees
About This Home
As of July 2025Charming contemporary bungalow on 0.46 acre lot set far back from Florence Road with MUCH POTENTIAL. First floor has an open floor plan, soaring ceilings, picture windows + a pellet stove for back up heating. Main bedroom is off of the kitchen, with a private deck. The laundry is situated in the large, first floor bath. A slider off of the kitchen leads to the side deck. There is a spiral staircase to the a second floor bedroom, which includes a large closet. Large, 2 car garage presents opportunity to expand the living area - or to be used as a studio, workshop, additional storage, etc. Owners have replaced roof, windows, added mini-splits for HVAC, pellet stove, solar panels, a slider + front door, added a vapor barrier and rigid foam insulation in crawl space. MA Saves added extensive insulation. Property has mature fruit trees and perennial beds. Chicken coop and shed on property. Private, peaceful haven close to everything!
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,821
Year Built
- Built in 1970
Lot Details
- 20,203 Sq Ft Lot
- Level Lot
- Cleared Lot
- Fruit Trees
- Wooded Lot
- Property is zoned URA
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Parking Storage or Cabinetry
- Workshop in Garage
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Contemporary Architecture
- Block Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Blown-In Insulation
- Shingle Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,028 Sq Ft Home
- Open Floorplan
- 1 Fireplace
- Insulated Windows
- Picture Window
- Sliding Doors
Kitchen
- Range
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Plywood
- Wall to Wall Carpet
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Laundry in Bathroom
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Interior Basement Entry
- Crawl Space
Outdoor Features
- Cabana
- Deck
- Enclosed Patio or Porch
- Outdoor Storage
- Rain Gutters
Schools
- Ryan Road Elementary School
- Jfk Middle School
- NHS High School
Utilities
- Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
- 3 Cooling Zones
- Forced Air Heating System
- 3 Heating Zones
- Pellet Stove burns compressed wood to generate heat
- 200+ Amp Service
- Electric Water Heater
Additional Features
- Solar Power System
- Property is near public transit and schools
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number M:030A B:0001 L:0001,3719244
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- Near Conservation Area
Amenities
- Medical Services
- Shops
Recreation
- Park
- Jogging Path
- Bike Trail
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 2, 2025
Closed on
Jul 10, 2025
Sold by
Brooks Joseph
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Julie Starr
5 College REALTORS® Northampton
Buyer's Agent
Louis Poulin
eRealty Advisors, Inc.
List Price
$329,000
Sold Price
$375,000
Premium/Discount to List
$46,000
13.98%
Views
61
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$39,981
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.13%
Original Mortgage
$262,500
Outstanding Balance
$260,011
Interest Rate
6.89%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$154,970
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 21, 2015
Closed on
Oct 23, 2015
Sold by
Watson Robert
Bought by
Brooks Joseph
Seller's Agent
Melody Glenn
Remax Revolution
Buyer's Agent
Melody Glenn
Remax Revolution
List Price
$217,900
Sold Price
$220,000
Premium/Discount to List
$2,100
0.96%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.64%
Original Mortgage
$220,000
Interest Rate
3.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Florence, MA
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Hometown Team
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Dorothy Maiwald
Dorothy Maiwald
HB Real Estate, LLC
(413) 779-8828
54 Total Sales
1 in Florence
$335,000 Price
-
Susan Lefebvre
Susan Lefebvre
HB Real Estate, LLC
(413) 420-5351
54 Total Sales
1 in Florence
$211,000 Price
-
Mary O'Connell
Mary O'Connell
Wolcott Realty
(413) 216-4443
33 Total Sales
1 in Florence
$165,000 Price
-
Patricia Almeida Vega
Patricia Almeida Vega
Vega Realty, LLC
(774) 214-2177
67 Total Sales
1 in Florence
$340,000 Price
-
Lisa Carroll
Lisa Carroll
Delap Real Estate LLC
(413) 414-4721
35 Total Sales
4 in Florence
$139K - $745K Price Range
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $375,000 | -- | ||
| Brooks Joseph | $220,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $262,500 | ||
| Previous Owner | Brooks Joseph E | $191,309 | |
| Previous Owner | Brooks Joseph E | $198,182 | |
| Previous Owner | -- | $220,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Watson Robert E | $60,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Watson Robert E | $72,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/11/2025 07/11/25 | Sold | $375,000 | +14.0% | $365 / Sq Ft |
| 05/05/2025 05/05/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/02/2025 05/02/25 | For Sale | $329,000 | -- | $320 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
Tax History
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| 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 | $4,651 | $333,900 | $125,100 | $208,800 |
| 2024 | $4,821 | $317,400 | $125,100 | $192,300 |
| 2023 | $4,746 | $299,600 | $113,600 | $186,000 |
| 2022 | $4,254 | $237,800 | $113,600 | $124,200 |
| 2021 | $3,745 | $215,600 | $108,600 | $107,000 |
| 2020 | $3,622 | $215,600 | $108,600 | $107,000 |
| 2019 | $3,672 | $211,400 | $108,600 | $102,800 |
| 2018 | $3,665 | $215,100 | $108,600 | $106,500 |
| 2017 | $3,590 | $215,100 | $108,600 | $106,500 |
| 2016 | $3,476 | $215,100 | $108,600 | $106,500 |
| 2015 | $3,500 | $221,500 | $108,600 | $112,900 |
| 2014 | $3,409 | $221,500 | $108,600 | $112,900 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Julie Starr
Seller's Agent in 2025
Julie Starr
5 College REALTORS® Northampton
(413) 584-2900
13 in this area
50 Total Sales
-
Louis Poulin
LP
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Louis Poulin
eRealty Advisors, Inc.
(413) 200-9860
3 in this area
24 Total Sales
-
Melody Glenn
MG
Seller's Agent in 2015
Melody Glenn
Remax Revolution
(401) 374-3045
44 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73368637
APN: NHAM-000030A-000001-000001
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