NOT LISTED FOR SALE

37 Birnie Rd Longmeadow, MA 01106

Estimated Value: $799,082 - $873,000

4 Beds
3 Baths
3,870 Sq Ft
$216/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold February 06, 2024

Last sale price $720,000 $186 Per Sq Ft

Est. 16% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,643/month

129 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Golf Course Community
  • Open Floorplan
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Center Elementary School Rated A-
  • Custom Closet System
  • Fruit Trees

About This Home

As of February 2024

QUINTESSENTIAL NEW ENGLAND! Welcome to this rarely available opportunity to be the next caretaker of this Antique Colonial built circa 1710. The “Thomas Hale” house, offers a glimpse into what life in Longmeadow was like a few hundred years ago. The over 3,800 sf home has been remarkably renovated and offers all the modern-day conveniences, yet maintains its old-world charm. Original details like visible structural beams, wide plank floors, wainscotting, and built-ins are seamlessly intertwined with an open concept kitchen/dining area, primary bedroom with en-suite bath and walk-in closet, CENTRAL AIR, and much more. The home is nestled on an amazing private, park-like lot, featuring a two-car garage with storage. In close proximity is the picturesque town green and all the rest of the homes in the Historic District offering easy access to the town's rich history. Don't miss the opportunity to own a piece of history and experience the timeless allure of this Longmeadow gem!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Nick Gelfand

NRG Real Estate Services, Inc. Listed on: 07/13/2023

Last Buyer's Agent

Nick Gelfand

NRG Real Estate Services, Inc. Listed on: 07/13/2023

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $14,132

Year Built

  • Built in 1710 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 0.76 Acre Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Fruit Trees
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned RA1

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway
  • Open Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Stone Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 3,870 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • Crown Molding
  • Wainscoting
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Coffered Ceiling
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Decorative Lighting
  • Light Fixtures
  • French Doors
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room with Fireplace
  • 3 Fireplaces

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Pine Flooring
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Primary bedroom located on second floor
  • Custom Closet System
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 3 Full Bathrooms
  • Pedestal Sink
  • Bathtub
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Partially Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Sump Pump
  • Block Basement Construction

Outdoor Features

  • Bulkhead
  • Patio

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Schools

  • Center Elementary School
  • Glenbrook Middle School
  • LHS High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Heating System Uses Steam
  • Natural Gas Connected

Listing and Financial Details

  • Legal Lot and Block 22 / 33
  • Assessor Parcel Number M:0078 B:0033 L:0022,2542735

Community Details

Recreation

  • Golf Course Community
  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Pool
  • Park

Additional Features

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Shops

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$14,132

Year Built

Built in 1710 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Year Built: 1710
  • Buyer Agency: 2.5
  • Transaction Broker: 1
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Compensation Based On: Net Sale Price
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Pine
  • Door Features: French Doors
  • Fireplace Features: Dining Room, Family Room, Living Room
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Appliances: Range,Dishwasher,Disposal,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer, Utility Connections for Gas Range, Utility Connections for Electric Oven, Utility Connections for Electric Dryer
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: First
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Bedroom2 Area: 210
  • Room Bedroom3 Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Wainscoting
  • Room Bedroom3 Area: 234
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom4 Area: 410
  • Room Bedroom4 Level: Third
  • Room Bedroom4 Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full, Coffered Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Master Bedroom Area: 320
  • Master Bathroom Features: Yes
  • Bathroom 1 Area: 63
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Wood, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Wainscoting
  • Bathroom 1 Level: Main,First
  • Bathroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom 2 Area: 40
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Wainscoting, Pedestal Sink
  • Bathroom 3 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Bathroom - With Tub, Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Upgraded, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead
  • Bathroom 3 Level: Second
  • Bathroom 3 Area: 108
  • Room Dining Room Features: Beamed Ceilings, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Wainscoting, Lighting - Pendant, Crown Molding
  • Room Dining Room Level: Main,First
  • Room Dining Room Area: 300
  • Room Family Room Level: Main,First
  • Room Family Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood, French Doors, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Sunken
  • Room Family Room Area: 336
  • Room Kitchen Level: Main,First
  • Room Kitchen Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Cabinets - Upgraded, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Wainscoting, Gas Stove, Lighting - Pendant, Crown Molding
  • Room Kitchen Area: 308
  • Laundry Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Recessed Lighting, Second Floor, Washer Hookup
  • Room Living Room Level: Main,First
  • Room Living Room Area: 320
  • Room Living Room Features: Beamed Ceilings, Flooring - Hardwood, Wainscoting, Crown Molding
  • Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Sump Pump, Concrete
  • Living Area: 3870
  • Spa YN: No
  • MAIN LO: M95357
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 187.34
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 186.05
  • MAIN SO: M95357

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Patio, Sprinkler System, Fruit Trees, Garden
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
  • Frontage Length: 231
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Waterview Flag: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Attached Garage YN: No
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2
  • Garage YN: Yes
  • Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street
  • Total Parking Spaces: 6

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Steam, Natural Gas
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: No
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Golf, Highway Access, Public School
  • Senior Community YN: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: M:0078 B:0033 L:0022,2542735
  • Zoning: RA1
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Features: Easements, Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.76
  • Lot Size Area: 0.76
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 33049
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: No
  • PAGE: 354
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Annual Amount: 14132
  • Tax Block: 33
  • Tax Book Number: 22136
  • Tax Lot: 22
  • Tax Map Number: 78

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

MLS Schools

  • High School: Lhs
  • Elementary School: Center
  • Middle Or Junior School: Glenbrook

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 2, 2017
Closed on
Apr 18, 2018
Sold by
Collins Craig E and Collins Denise D
Bought by
Thompson Joseph M and Thompson Kristin B
Seller's Agent
Moira Murphy
William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
Buyer's Agent
Nick Gelfand
NRG Real Estate Services, Inc.
List Price
$619,000
Sold Price
$610,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,000
-1.45%
Current Estimated Value
$836,021

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$226,021
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.91%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 30, 1997
Sold by
Lafountain Darlene M
Bought by
Collins Craig E and Collins Denise D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$165,000
Interest Rate
7.31%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 15, 1988
Sold by
Wright Douglas
Bought by
Lafountain Gary R
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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
Thompson Joseph M $610,000 --
Collins Craig E $304,500 --
Lafountain Gary R $405,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Lafountain Gary R $360,000
Previous Owner Lafountain Gary R $165,000
Previous Owner Lafountain Gary R $202,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/06/2024 02/06/24 Sold $720,000 -0.7% $186 / Sq Ft
11/21/2023 11/21/23 For Sale $725,000 +0.7% $187 / Sq Ft
11/20/2023 11/20/23 Off Market $720,000 -- --
11/20/2023 11/20/23 Pending -- -- --
09/14/2023 09/14/23 Price Changed $725,000 -3.3% $187 / Sq Ft
07/13/2023 07/13/23 For Sale $749,900 +22.9% $194 / Sq Ft
04/18/2018 04/18/18 Sold $610,000 -1.5% $163 / Sq Ft
11/07/2017 11/07/17 Pending -- -- --
10/02/2017 10/02/17 For Sale $619,000 -- $166 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

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 $14,524 $687,700 $171,300 $516,400
2024 $14,304 $691,700 $171,300 $520,400
2023 $14,132 $616,600 $147,900 $468,700
2022 $13,729 $557,200 $147,900 $409,300
2021 $13,233 $534,900 $140,700 $394,200
2020 $12,575 $519,400 $132,900 $386,500
2019 $12,250 $508,500 $132,900 $375,600
2018 $12,041 $494,700 $166,200 $328,500
2017 $11,665 $494,700 $166,200 $328,500
2016 $11,369 $467,300 $158,400 $308,900
2015 $11,002 $465,800 $156,900 $308,900
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73135855

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: LONG-000078-000033-000022