856 Barnum St Sheffield, MA 01257
Estimated payment $5,638/month
Highlights
- View of Hills
- Contemporary Architecture
- Wood Flooring
- Deck
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Stone Countertops
About This Home
Modernist delight in a Berkshire pastoral setting. A refined retreat where every detail reflects quality and style. Designed by acclaimed architect Deby Reiser, this light-filled three-bedroom, three-bath home blends the sophistication of urban design with the calm of Berkshire countryside living. Tucked away on a quiet country road beside Moon In the Pond Farm an eco-friendly farm with peaceful views and grazing sheep. This completely reimagined and renovated residence offers low maintenance luxury in a modest footprint for cozy and artistic carefree living. Clean dramatic lines, natural textures, and surprise window placement with thoughtfully curated finishes give this home a calm, modern presence. Floor-to-ceiling windows invite the landscape indoors, white vaulted ceilings
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,853
Year Built
- 1987
Lot Details
- 2.01 Acre Lot
- Privacy
Home Design
- Contemporary Architecture
- Wood Frame Construction
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,800 Sq Ft Home
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Skylights
- Fireplace
- Views of Hills
- Partially Finished Basement
- Interior Basement Entry
- Dryer
Kitchen
- Range
- Dishwasher
- Stone Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Full Bathrooms
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Insulated Garage
- Off-Street Parking
Outdoor Features
- Deck
Schools
- Undermountain Elementary School
- Mount Everett Middle School
- Mount Everett High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Propane
- Well
- Electric Water Heater
- Private Sewer
- Cable TV Available
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $10,216 | $843,600 | $69,700 | $773,900 |
| 2024 | $7,361 | $626,500 | $69,700 | $556,800 |
| 2023 | $4,913 | $334,500 | $69,700 | $264,800 |
| 2022 | $4,913 | $394,900 | $69,700 | $325,200 |
| 2021 | $3,585 | $258,300 | $66,500 | $191,800 |
| 2020 | $3,601 | $257,200 | $66,500 | $190,700 |
| 2019 | $3,529 | $227,700 | $57,500 | $170,200 |
| 2018 | $3,356 | $227,700 | $57,500 | $170,200 |
| 2017 | $3,343 | $227,700 | $57,500 | $170,200 |
| 2016 | $3,496 | $243,800 | $74,000 | $169,800 |
| 2015 | -- | $166,300 | $74,000 | $92,300 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/30/2024 07/30/24 | For Sale | $998,000 | +145.2% | $554 / Sq Ft |
| 07/31/2020 07/31/20 | Sold | $407,000 | +7.1% | $296 / Sq Ft |
| 07/09/2020 07/09/20 | Price Changed | $379,900 | +0.2% | $276 / Sq Ft |
| 07/02/2020 07/02/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/30/2020 06/30/20 | For Sale | $379,000 | +53.4% | $275 / Sq Ft |
| 06/19/2015 06/19/15 | Sold | $247,000 | -14.5% | $171 / Sq Ft |
| 05/13/2015 05/13/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/26/2013 09/26/13 | For Sale | $289,000 | -- | $200 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Deed | $155,000 | -- | |
| Foreclosure Deed | $185,000 | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | $235,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $375,000 | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $901,500 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Closed | $901,500 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $197,600 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $8,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $152,192 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $200,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $209,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Berkshire County Board of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 245872
APN: SHEF-000120-000002-000080
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