Under contract

$399,000

144 Cottage St, Great Barrington, MA 01230

2beds

1,569sqft

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1900

0.27 Acres Lot

$386,600 Zestimate^®

$254/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Distinctive polychrome-style homeAntique doorsHardwood floorsSolid brick cottage

Charming solid brick cottage on Cottage St. in the heart of Gt Barrington. This distinctive polychrome-style home features 2BRs, with the option to convert back to 3, & 2 full BAs. Inside, you'll find antique doors, hardwood floors & built-ins that add warmth & character. The sunroom is bright & inviting, filled with natural light, while the downstairs bathroom includes a convenient laundry area. Outside, a spacious backyard with mature landscaping offers great potential to make it your own. Ideally located near shopping, dining, hiking, skiing, & community events, this home is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy life in the Berkshires. House will need new roof, it's near end of life, price reflects updates needed. Pellet stove does not have permit and will be disconnected prior to close.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2

Primary bedroom

Level: Second

Bedroom 2

Level: Second

Full bathroom

Level: First

Full bathroom

Level: Second

Dining room

Level: First

Foyer

Level: First

Kitchen

Level: First

Laundry

Level: First

Living room

Level: First

Mud room

Level: First

Sunroom

Level: First

Heating

Pellet Stove, Oil, Boiler, Hot Water, Fireplace(s)

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer

Features

Sun Room
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood
Basement: Unfinished,Interior Entry,Full,Concrete
Has fireplace: Yes

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,569
Total interior livable area: 1,569 sqft

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 12
Parking features: Off Street, Paved Drive
Details: Off Street

Accessibility

Accessibility features: Accessible Full Bath

Features

Exterior features: Public Transportation within 1/2 Mile, Mature Landscaping
Fencing: Partial
Has view: Yes
View description: Hill/Mountain

Lot

Size: 0.27 Acres

Details

Parcel number: GREA M:014.0 B:0000 L:0295.0
Zoning description: Residential

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Cottage
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Roof: Asphalt Shingles,Fiberglass

Condition

Other
Year built: 1900

Utilities & green energy

Electric: 100 Amp Service
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Location

Region: Great Barrington

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $254/sqft
Tax assessed value: $360,700
Annual tax amount: $4,974
Date on market: 5/6/2026
Listing terms: Own Finance

Estimated market value

$386,600

$367,000 - $406,000

$3,179/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
6/17/2026	Contingent	$399,000$254/sqft
Source: BCMLS #249415 Report a problem
5/6/2026	Listed for sale	$399,000+53.5%$254/sqft
Source: BCMLS #249415 Report a problem
10/10/2019	Sold	$260,000-6.8%$166/sqft
Source: BCMLS #224226 Report a problem
10/8/2019	Pending sale	$279,000$178/sqft
Source: LANCE VERMEULEN RE, INC #224226 Report a problem
7/9/2019	Price change	$279,000-6.5%$178/sqft
Source: LANCE VERMEULEN RE, INC #224226 Report a problem
4/17/2019	Price change	$298,500-6.4%$190/sqft
Source: LANCE VERMEULEN RE, INC #224226 Report a problem
10/11/2018	Price change	$319,000-8.6%$203/sqft
Source: LANCE VERMEULEN RE, INC #224226 Report a problem
8/30/2018	Price change	$349,000-4.4%$222/sqft
Source: LANCE VERMEULEN RE, INC #224226 Report a problem
7/31/2018	Listed for sale	$365,000$233/sqft
Source: LANCE VERMEULEN RE, INC #224226 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$4,974 +7.5%	$360,700 +8.3%
2024	$4,628 +8.7%	$333,200 +10.1%
2023	$4,259 +9%	$302,700 +15.1%
2022	$3,907 +11.8%	$262,900 +18.2%
2021	$3,496	$222,400
2019	$3,496 +6.5%	$222,400 +1.5%
2018	$3,284 +2.6%	$219,200
2017	$3,200 +5.6%	$219,200 +3.4%
2016	$3,029 +4.1%	$212,000
2015	$2,909 +4.6%	$212,000 +3.4%
2014	$2,781 -6%	$205,100 -8.9%
2013	$2,959 +0.1%	$225,200
2012	$2,955 +15.2%	$225,200 +6.7%
2011	$2,566 -0.2%	$211,000 -5.4%
2010	$2,570 +14.8%	$223,100 +12.4%
2008	$2,239 +12.7%	$198,500 +34.5%
2006	$1,987	$147,600

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