NOT LISTED FOR SALE

557 Captain Whitney Rd Becket, MA 01223

Estimated Value: $530,000 - $564,000

3 Beds
4 Baths
1,680 Sq Ft
$322/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 29, 2021

Last sale price $436,600 $260 Per Sq Ft

Est. 24% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,364/month

10 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 481,774 Sq Ft lot
  • Deck
  • Saltbox Architecture
  • Pasture Views
  • Wooded Lot
  • Main Floor Bedroom

About This Home

As of October 2021

In the quiet South East corner of Berkshire County is Captain Whitney Rd. and this original owner ,custom built New England salt box situated on 11+ acres including stone outcroppings and beautiful gardens.. The white birch lined driveway welcomes you to this well maintained home with modern amenities throughout yet the charm of yesteryear including a New England sleeping porch and a bluestone fireplace.The primary bedroom and full bathroom is on the first floor with two additional bedrooms on the second floor.An open floor plan allows for for easy living and entertaining. Many custom finishes throughout. including kitchen cabinetry.Come relax in this truly magical Berkshires retreat just20 minutes to Lee and nearby to all the Berkshire and Pioneer Valley attractions.

Last Listed By

Michael Linden

WILLIAM PITT SOTHEBY'S - GT BARRINGTON License #9582674 Listed on: 08/09/2021

WILLIAM PITT SOTHEBY'S - GT BARRINGTON

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,777

Year Built

  • 1995

Lot Details

  • 11.06 Acre Lot
  • Mature Landscaping
  • Wooded Lot

Property Views

  • Pasture
  • Hills
  • Seasonal

Home Design

  • Saltbox Architecture
  • Updated or Remodeled
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,680 Sq Ft Home
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Fireplace
  • Bay Window
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Attic Fan

Kitchen

  • Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Linoleum
  • Concrete
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Cedar Closet
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathroom on Main Level

Laundry

  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer

Parking

  • No Garage
  • Off-Street Parking

Accessible Home Design

  • Handicap Accessible
  • Handicap Modified
  • Doors are 32 inches wide or more
  • Hand Rail

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Green Energy Fireplace or Wood Stove
  • Energy-Efficient Lighting

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Outbuilding
  • Porch

Schools

  • Becket Washington Elementary School
  • Nessacus Regional Middle School
  • Wahconah Regional High School

Utilities

  • Zoned Heating and Cooling
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Radiant Heating System
  • Power Generator
  • Well
  • Oil Water Heater
  • Private Sewer

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,777

Year Built

1995

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential - Single Family
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Style: Salt Box
  • Accessibility: 1st Fl Bdrm | Wide Doorways | Handrails | Handicap Design | 1st Flr Full Bath | 1st Flr Bdrm w/Bath
  • Condition: Recently Renovated
  • Construction: Wood Frame
  • Directions: Route 20 East to Wade Inn Rd. Continue on Wade Inn Rd to Captain Whitney Rd. The house is the last house on the road located on the left hand side.
  • Marketing Headline: ''Going to the woods is going home'' John Muir American Naturalist
  • Year Built Description: Renovated Since
  • Views: Hill/Mountain | Pastoral | Seasonal
  • Estimated Year Built: 1995
  • Right Of Way: Unk
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1995

Interior Features

  • Appliances Included: Cooktop, Microwave, Freezer, Energy Star Rated Washer, Energy Star Rated Stove/Oven, Energy Star Rated Refrigerator, Energy Star Rated Dryer, Energy Star Rated Dishwasher
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 4.00
  • Total Full Baths: 3
  • Total Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: Concrete Floor, Finished-Partially, Interior Access
  • Interior Amenities: Backup Generator | Radiant Heat | Walk-In Closet(s) | Skylight(s) | Fireplace (s) | Cedar Closet(s) | Bay/Bow Window
  • Floor: Carpet | Linoleum | Ceramic Tile | Concrete
  • Sq Ft Liv Apx: 1680.00
  • Stove Permit: Yes
  • Total Rooms: 6

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Amenities: Deck | Landscaped | Porch | Patio | Outbuilding | Mature Landscaping | Lighting
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingles
  • Exterior Siding: Other | Vinyl

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Spaces Type: Off Street
  • Garage: None

Utilities

  • Electric Type: 200 Amp
  • Fuel: Oil | Wood
  • Hot Water: Oil
  • Sewer: Private
  • Underground Oil Tank: No
  • Water: Well
  • Flood Hazard Area: Unk
  • Heat Cool Vent: Attic Fan | Wood Stove | Radiant | Hot Water | Multizone | Ceiling Fan

Schools

  • Elementary School: Becket Washington
  • Middle School: Nessacus Regional
  • High School: Wahconah Regional

Lot Info

  • Estimated Acres: 11.06
  • Total Assessed Value: 236900.00
  • Assessed Year: 2020.00
  • Lot Description: Wooded
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 481774.00
  • Map Ref: BECK M:4180 L:002400000
  • Right To Farm Comm: Yes
  • Zoning: Residential
  • Lot Dimensions: 1 x 1
  • Easement: Unk
  • Survey: Yes

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Energy * Appliances
  • Green Energy Efficient: Lighting

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 2776.63
  • Tax Year: 2020

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Becket Washington
  • High School: Wahconah Regional
  • Middle School: Nessacus Regional

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 9, 2021
Closed on
Oct 29, 2021
Sold by
Farrar Gary A and Farrar Paula L
Bought by
Silcher Matthias and Bauch Pele M
Seller's Agent
Michael Linden
WILLIAM PITT SOTHEBY'S - GT BARRINGTON
Buyer's Agent
Chapin Fish
BROCKMAN REAL ESTATE, LLC
List Price
$429,000
Sold Price
$436,600
Premium/Discount to List
$7,600
1.77%
Total Days on Market
10
Current Estimated Value
$540,821

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$104,221
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.27%
Original Mortgage
$340,000
Outstanding Balance
$314,057
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$226,764

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Silcher Matthias $440,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Silcher Matthias $340,000
Previous Owner Farrar Gary A $120,000
Previous Owner Farrar Gary A $117,000
Previous Owner Farrar Gary A $119,200
Previous Owner Farrar Gary A $51,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/29/2021 10/29/21 Sold $436,600 +1.8% $260 / Sq Ft
08/19/2021 08/19/21 Pending -- -- --
08/09/2021 08/09/21 For Sale $429,000 -- $255 / 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 $4,218 $481,500 $36,800 $444,700
2024 $4,474 $457,900 $35,700 $422,200
2023 $4,340 $403,300 $33,000 $370,300
2022 $2,670 $247,200 $35,700 $211,500
2020 $2,625 $236,900 $35,700 $201,200
2019 $2,480 $224,000 $35,700 $188,300
2018 $2,435 $224,000 $35,700 $188,300
2017 $2,361 $224,000 $35,700 $188,300
2016 $2,343 $224,000 $35,700 $188,300
2015 $2,341 $224,000 $35,700 $188,300
2014 $2,339 $224,000 $35,700 $188,300
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Michael Linden

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Michael Linden

    William Pitt

    (917) 796-6002

    11 in this area

    59 Total Sales

    Michael Linden
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  • Chapin Fish

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Chapin Fish

    BROCKMAN REAL ESTATE, LLC

    (413) 528-4859

    7 in this area

    110 Total Sales

    Chapin Fish
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Source: Berkshire County Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 235427

Berkshire County Board of REALTORS®

APN: BECK-004180-000240

Massachusetts Berkshire County Becket 01223

557 Captain Whitney Rd, Becket, MA

Homes for Sale in Becket, MA

This home is located at 557 Captain Whitney Rd, Becket, MA 01223 since 09 August 2021 and is currently estimated at $540,821, approximately $321 per square foot. This property was built in 1995. 557 Captain Whitney Rd is a home located in Berkshire County with nearby schools including Wahconah Regional High School.

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