Seller's Agent in 2025
Peter Avdoulos
BKaye Realty
(413) 693-2460
2 in this area
12 Total Sales
253 Gillette Ave Springfield, MA 01118
East Forest Park Neighborhood
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,775
Sq Ft
5,998
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Golf Course Community
- Custom Closet System
- Property is near public transit and schools
- Medical Services
- Colonial Architecture
- Wood Flooring
About This Home
As of June 2025Charming three bedroom colonial conveniently located in a desirable East Forest Park neighborhood. Updates include kitchen, upstairs bathtub/shower, landscaping, and electric meter. Large living room opens to an awesome back porch overlooking a spacious and very functional back yard, perfect for yard games and cookouts! Patterned oak floors throughout both upstairs and downstairs. Laundry/utility room in the basement, as well as a large partially finished area with multiple possibilities, including an office or rec room. Plenty of storage space in the garage, basement built-ins and attic. Great opportunity for a first-time home buyer, or anyone interested in living in a great area. Act fast!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,005
Year Built
- Built in 1938 | Remodeled
Lot Details
- 5,998 Sq Ft Lot
- Fenced
- Level Lot
- Property is zoned R1
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- 2 Open Parking Spaces
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Block Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Shingle Roof
Interior Spaces
- Chair Railings
- Ceiling Fan
- Decorative Lighting
- Light Fixtures
- Insulated Windows
- Bay Window
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Attic Access Panel
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Plumbed For Ice Maker
- Dishwasher
- Solid Surface Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Custom Closet System
- Dual Closets
- Bathtub with Shower
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
- Sink Near Laundry
Partially Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
- Garage Access
- Block Basement Construction
Home Security
- Storm Windows
- Storm Doors
Utilities
- Window Unit Cooling System
- Central Heating
- 1 Heating Zone
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Hot Water Heating System
- Heating System Uses Steam
- Gas Water Heater
- Internet Available
- Cable TV Available
Additional Features
- Breezeway
- Property is near public transit and schools
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number S:05660 P:0095,2586092
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- Near Conservation Area
Amenities
- Medical Services
- Shops
- Coin Laundry
Recreation
- Golf Course Community
- Tennis Courts
- Park
- Jogging Path
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 15, 2025
Closed on
Jun 20, 2025
Sold by
Avdoulos Melanie S
Bought by
Murphy Coreen and Murphy Liam
Seller's Agent
Peter Avdoulos
BKaye Realty
Buyer's Agent
Brenda Cuoco
Cuoco & Co. Real Estate
List Price
$325,000
Sold Price
$350,000
Premium/Discount to List
$25,000
7.69%
Views
47
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
$4,170
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.81%
Original Mortgage
$339,500
Outstanding Balance
$337,725
Interest Rate
6.76%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$16,445
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 25, 2020
Closed on
Jul 16, 2020
Sold by
Cig 4 Llc
Bought by
Avdoulos Melanie S
Seller's Agent
Tanya Vital-Basile
Executive Real Estate, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Bryan Kaye
BKaye Realty
List Price
$239,900
Sold Price
$245,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,100
2.13%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.52%
Original Mortgage
$221,000
Interest Rate
3.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 26, 2019
Sold by
Edwards Cara
Bought by
Cig 4 Llc
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$160,200
Interest Rate
3.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 24, 2015
Sold by
Edwards Joseph D
Bought by
White Cara A
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 24, 2007
Sold by
Sullivan Linda M
Bought by
Edwards Cara and Edwards Joseph
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$206,000
Interest Rate
6.19%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 23, 1994
Sold by
Macconnell Patricia A and Affenito Hazel M
Bought by
Sullivan Linda M
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 28, 1992
Sold by
Chambers Jeffrey B and Chambers Linda S
Bought by
Affenito Patricia M
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 13, 1987
Sold by
Maloney David B
Bought by
Chambers Jeffrey B
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quit Claim Deed | $350,000 | None Available | |
| Quit Claim Deed | $350,000 | None Available | |
| Quit Claim Deed | $245,000 | None Available | |
| Quit Claim Deed | $245,000 | None Available | |
| Foreclosure Deed | $101,000 | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | $206,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $206,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $206,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $103,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $103,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $110,500 | -- | |
| Deed | $110,500 | -- | |
| Deed | $131,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $339,500 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Closed | $339,500 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $221,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $160,200 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $206,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/20/2025 06/20/25 | Sold | $350,000 | +7.7% | $197 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/16/2025 05/16/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/15/2025 05/15/25 | For Sale | $325,000 | +32.7% | $183 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/20/2020 07/20/20 | Sold | $245,000 | -2.0% | $132 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 06/02/2020 06/02/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/17/2020 05/17/20 | Price Changed | $250,000 | +4.2% | $134 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/17/2020 05/17/20 | For Sale | $239,900 | 0.0% | $129 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/11/2020 03/11/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 02/25/2020 02/25/20 | For Sale | $239,900 | -- | $129 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
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 | $5,005 | $319,200 | $46,800 | $272,400 |
| 2024 | $4,439 | $276,400 | $46,800 | $229,600 |
| 2023 | $4,041 | $237,000 | $44,600 | $192,400 |
| 2022 | $4,511 | $239,700 | $44,600 | $195,100 |
| 2021 | $4,037 | $213,600 | $40,500 | $173,100 |
| 2020 | $3,426 | $175,400 | $40,500 | $134,900 |
| 2019 | $3,344 | $169,900 | $40,500 | $129,400 |
| 2018 | $3,110 | $162,100 | $40,500 | $121,600 |
| 2017 | $3,110 | $158,200 | $40,500 | $117,700 |
| 2016 | $2,831 | $144,000 | $40,500 | $103,500 |
| 2015 | -- | $152,600 | $40,500 | $112,100 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Peter Avdoulos
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Brenda Cuoco
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Brenda Cuoco
Cuoco & Co. Real Estate
(413) 333-7776
31 in this area
857 Total Sales
-
T
Seller's Agent in 2020
Tanya Vital-Basile
Executive Real Estate, Inc.
-
Bryan Kaye
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Bryan Kaye
BKaye Realty
(413) 636-6928
6 in this area
141 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73375956
APN: SPRI-005660-000000-000095
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