Welcome to this truly special home in the highly sought-after Forest Park Heights neighborhood, where pride of ownership is evident at every turn. Ideally located just steps from Springfield’s crown jewel, the breathtaking 735-acre Forest Park, this timeless residence offers a rare blend of history, character, and opportunity. Loved, cherished & cared for by the same family for an incredible 83 years, this home tells a story that simply can’t be replicated. From its classic architectural details to its warm and inviting spaces, the character here reflects an era of craftsmanship and charm. Offering generous living space with 11 rooms, 7 bedrooms, and 2.5 baths, there is room to create, grow, and make it yours. Hardwood floors, fireplaces, beamed ceilings and period details add to the appeal, while the location provides convenience to parks, schools, and local amenities. A true legacy property ready for its next chapter—now its your turn to create new memories for generations to come.
Sold for $400,000
$400,000
227 Forest Park Ave, Springfield, MA 01108
7beds
3,300sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1899
9,039 Square Feet Lot
$401,600 Zestimate®
$121/sqft
$3,297 Estimated rent
Home value
$401,600
$382,000 - $422,000
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Listed by:
Chester Ardolino 413-221-0310,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Realty Professionals 413-596-6711
Bought with:
Thomas Hampton
Lamacchia Realty, Inc.
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73505184
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 182.75
- Dimensions: 10.75 x 17
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 209.04
- Dimensions: 14.5 x 14.42
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 192.31
- Dimensions: 14.33 x 13.42
Bedroom 4
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Third
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Cabinets - Upgraded, Remodeled
- Level: Second
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall
- Level: Third
Dining room
- Features: Beamed Ceilings, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Wainscoting
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 182.14
- Dimensions: 13.83 x 13.17
Family room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 152.08
- Dimensions: 12.17 x 12.5
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Laminate, Dining Area, Open Floorplan
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 283.33
- Dimensions: 17 x 16.67
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 219.14
- Dimensions: 13.42 x 16.33
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Laundry: In Basement, Washer Hookup
Features
- Closet, Bedroom
- Flooring: Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Basement: Full
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Master Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,300
- Total interior livable area: 3,300 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,300
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 6
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Screened, Patio
- Exterior features: Porch, Porch - Screened, Patio, Rain Gutters, Sprinkler System
Lot
- Size: 9,039 Square Feet
- Features: Cleared, Level
Details
- Parcel number: S:05280 P:0082,2584952
- Zoning: R1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Victorian,Queen Anne
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Slate
Condition
- Year built: 1899
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, Washer Hookup
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Stable(s), Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, University
- Subdivision: Historic Forest Park Heights across from the City's Crown Jewel FP Recreational Park
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Springfield
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $121/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $267,000
- Annual tax amount: $4,187
- Date on market: 6/16/2026
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/13/2026 | Sold | $400,000+0%$121/sqft |
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| 8/5/2026 | Pending sale | $399,900$121/sqft |
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| 7/23/2026 | Contingent | $399,900$121/sqft |
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| 7/9/2026 | Price change | $399,900-4.8%$121/sqft |
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| 5/26/2026 | Price change | $419,900-1.2%$127/sqft |
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| 4/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $425,000+121.4%$129/sqft |
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| 6/4/2004 | Sold | $192,000+666.9%$58/sqft |
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| 8/23/2002 | Sold | $25,036$8/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,187 +2% | $267,000 +4.5% |
| 2024 | $4,105 +12.1% | $255,600 +19% |
| 2023 | $3,661 +1.8% | $214,700 +12.4% |
| 2022 | $3,595 +0.6% | $191,000 +1.1% |
| 2021 | $3,572 -0.7% | $189,000 +10.7% |
| 2020 | $3,597 +9.3% | $170,800 +2.2% |
| 2019 | $3,290 +1.6% | $167,200 +1.6% |
| 2018 | $3,239 +1% | $164,600 +0.9% |
| 2017 | $3,207 +14.6% | $163,100 +14.6% |
| 2016 | $2,798 +5.4% | $142,300 +5.4% |
| 2015 | $2,655 -2.5% | $135,000 -2.2% |
| 2014 | $2,722 -0.1% | $138,100 -0.1% |
| 2013 | $2,726 -9.9% | $138,300 -9.3% |
| 2012 | $3,024 -5.2% | $152,500 -6.8% |
| 2011 | $3,191 -21.8% | $163,700 -21.8% |
| 2010 | $4,081 +11.1% | $209,300 +1.9% |
| 2009 | $3,673 +5.4% | $205,300 -5.6% |
| 2008 | $3,485 -7.6% | $217,400 -7.6% |
| 2007 | $3,773 +15.8% | $235,200 +22.7% |
| 2006 | $3,259 +2.5% | $191,700 +5.6% |
| 2005 | $3,180 -7% | $181,600 +0.9% |
| 2004 | $3,418 +5.2% | $180,000 +7.5% |
| 2003 | $3,249 +10.2% | $167,400 +12.9% |
| 2002 | $2,948 | $148,300 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Forest Park
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GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Sumner Avenue SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 3/10Forest Park Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.2 mi
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- Massachusetts
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- Springfield
- 01108
- Forest Park
- 227 Forest Park Ave
