Step into history and modern comfort at this beautifully preserved 1844 colonial on 1.6 private acres in Alford. This 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home offers the rare luxury of a first-floor primary suite, ideal for one-level living without sacrificing charm or space. Original character blends seamlessly with today's lifestyle: enjoy morning coffee on the screened porch overlooking your expansive grounds, then retreat to the versatile outbuilding—perfect as an artist studio, workshop, or potting shed. With generous room sizes, thoughtful updates, and that unbeatable combination of low taxes and Berkshires beauty, this is country living at its finest. Minutes to hiking, culture, and Great Barrington dining. A rare find in a coveted location.
Sold for $1,199,082
$1,199,082
12 Alford Center Rd, Alford, MA 01266
4beds
2,640sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1840
1.6 Acres Lot
$1,212,500 Zestimate®
$454/sqft
$4,808 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,212,500
$1.08M - $1.37M
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First-floor primary suiteGenerous room sizesThoughtful updates
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Listed by:
Leslie G Chesloff 917-838-5357,
WILLIAM PITT SOTHEBY'S - GT BARRINGTON
Bought with:
Helen Mullany, 9053327
HELEN MULLANY REAL ESTATE, LLC
Source: BCMLS,MLS#: 248729
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Oil, Boiler, Hot Water, Fireplace(s), Radiant
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Wtr Treatment-Own
Features
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Sump Pump,Concrete,Bulk head
- Has fireplace: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,640
- Total interior livable area: 2,640 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garaged & Off-Street
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Details: Garaged & Off-Street
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: 1st Flr Bdrm w/Bath, 1st Flr Half Bath
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Patio
- Exterior features: Landscaped
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Seasonal, Scenic
Lot
- Size: 1.6 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding
- Parcel number: ALFO M:4030 B:0000 L:00770
- Zoning description: Residential
- Other equipment: Backup Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Asphalt Shingles,Metal
Condition
- Year built: 1840
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200 Amp
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Private
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Green energy
- Energy generation: Solar Panels Owned
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Alarm System
Location
- Region: Alford
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $454/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,215,400
- Annual tax amount: $6,016
- Date on market: 2/16/2026
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/2/2026 | Sold | $1,199,082-0.1%$454/sqft |
Source:  BCMLS #248729 Report a problem | ||
| 3/5/2026 | Pending sale | $1,200,000$455/sqft |
Source: BCMLS #248729 Report a problem | ||
| 2/16/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,200,000$455/sqft |
Source: BCMLS #248729 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,016 +5.3% | $1,215,400 +5.3% |
| 2024 | $5,714 +10.9% | $1,154,400 +12.1% |
| 2023 | $5,151 +1.2% | $1,030,100 +6.2% |
| 2022 | $5,092 +5.8% | $969,900 +11.8% |
| 2021 | $4,815 +32.3% | $867,600 +31.1% |
| 2020 | $3,639 +17.3% | $661,600 +8.2% |
| 2019 | $3,101 -1.4% | $611,700 |
| 2018 | $3,144 +0.8% | $611,700 |
| 2017 | $3,120 +9.6% | $611,700 -1.2% |
| 2016 | $2,847 +6.9% | $619,000 |
| 2015 | $2,662 | $619,000 |
| 2014 | $2,662 -1.4% | $619,000 -0.3% |
| 2013 | $2,700 +2.9% | $620,700 +4% |
| 2012 | $2,625 +2.3% | $596,700 |
| 2011 | $2,566 -3.3% | $596,700 +1.2% |
| 2010 | $2,653 +9.8% | $589,600 |
| 2008 | $2,417 -0.7% | $589,600 +21.2% |
| 2007 | $2,433 +1% | $486,500 |
| 2006 | $2,408 | $486,500 |
| 2005 | $2,408 +4.5% | $486,500 +40.4% |
| 2004 | $2,305 +0.7% | $346,600 +0.8% |
| 2003 | $2,288 +5.8% | $344,000 +23.1% |
| 2001 | $2,163 | $279,500 |
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Neighborhood: 01266
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GreatSchools rating
- 7/10New Marlborough Central SchoolGrades: PK-3Distance: 9.3 mi
- 6/10Mount Everett Regional SchoolGrades: 6-12Distance: 9.3 mi
- 4/10Undermountain Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 9.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Undermountain
- Middle: Mount Everett
- High: Mount Everett
Source: BCMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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