For sale

$537,000

256 Middlefield Rd, Washington, MA 01223

3beds

1,656sqft

$3,395/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1980

8.55 Acres Lot

$523,000 Zestimate^®

$324/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Proud reproduction saltboxEnglish herb gardenQuiet country roadPrivacy and abundant wildlifeNature trail beckonsAcross from conservation land

On a quiet country road shared with a roving gang of wild turkeys, sits a proud reproduction saltbox that graciously honors its colonial heritage. Practicing the fine craftsmanship of another era, this 3BR, 2 BA home was built in 1980 by the original owner. Perfectly sited on 8 wooded acres and across from conservation land, privacy and abundant wildlife are assured. An English Herb Garden greets you at the kitchen door, a screened porch soothes with birdsong and sunsets and a nature trail beckons. This exceptional property inspires exploration of the grounds, barn/garage/workshop, along with neighboring treasures--Becket Arts Center, Becket Town Beach, Jacobs Pillow, October Mountain State Forest, and many fine restaurants. Half hour to Lenox, Stockbridge, Chester Theatre and Tanglewood!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2

Primary bedroom

Level: First
Area: 14238 Square Feet
Dimensions: 126.00x113.00

Bedroom 2

Level: Second
Area: 193880 Square Feet
Dimensions: 148.00x1310.00

Bedroom 3

Level: Second
Area: 8910 Square Feet
Dimensions: 81.00x110.00

Full bathroom

Level: First
Area: 5568 Square Feet
Dimensions: 96.00x58.00

Family room

Level: First
Area: 1995 Square Feet
Dimensions: 19.00x105.00

Kitchen

Level: First
Area: 20139 Square Feet
Dimensions: 147.00x137.00

Living room

Level: First
Area: 42456 Square Feet
Dimensions: 232.00x183.00

Other

Level: First
Area: 15194 Square Feet
Dimensions: 142.00x107.00

Heating

Wood, Electric, Fireplace(s)

Cooling

Electric

Appliances

Included: Dryer, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer

Features

Flooring: Linoleum, Wood
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Unfinished,Interior Entry,Full,Concrete
Has fireplace: Yes

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,656
Total interior livable area: 1,656 sqft

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 5
Parking features: Garaged & Off-Street
Garage spaces: 2
Details: Garaged & Off-Street

Accessibility

Accessibility features: Accessible Bedroom, Accessible Full Bath, 1st Flr Bdrm w/Bath

Features

Patio & porch: Porch, Patio
Exterior features: Landscaped
Has view: Yes
View description: Seasonal

Lot

Size: 8.55 Acres
Features: Wooded

Details

Additional structures: Barn/Stable, Outbuilding
Parcel number: WASH M:415 B:00000 L:00042
Zoning description: Residential

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Salt Box
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Roof: Asphalt Shingles

Condition

Year built: 1980

Utilities & green energy

Electric: 200 Amp
Sewer: Private Sewer
Water: Well
Utilities for property: Fiber Optic Availabl, Trash Private

Green energy

Energy efficient items: Windows

Community & HOA

Location

Region: Washington

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $324/sqft
Tax assessed value: $304,600
Annual tax amount: $4,230
Date on market: 10/28/2026

Estimated market value

$523,000

$497,000 - $549,000

$3,131/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
10/28/2026	Listed for sale	$537,000+123.8%$324/sqft
Source: BCMLS #251264 Report a problem
7/19/2013	Sold	$240,000-6.3%$145/sqft
Source: BCMLS #201982 Report a problem
4/29/2013	Listed for sale	$256,000$155/sqft
Source: POND PASTURE REAL ESTATE #201982 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$4,230 +1.5%	$298,700 +9.7%
2024	$4,167 +5.1%	$272,200 +4.4%
2023	$3,965 +12.3%	$260,700 +9.6%
2022	$3,530 -1%	$237,900 +11.4%
2021	$3,565 +18%	$213,600 +4.8%
2019	$3,022	$203,800
2018	$3,022 +3.9%	$203,800 -1.6%
2017	$2,909 -9.9%	$207,200 -11.9%
2016	$3,228 +4.9%	$235,100 +2.4%
2015	$3,078 +4.7%	$229,500 +4.8%
2014	$2,941 +14.7%	$219,000 +10.3%
2013	$2,563 -4.3%	$198,500 -2.8%
2012	$2,678 +2.9%	$204,300
2011	$2,603 +2.6%	$204,300
2010	$2,537 +18.5%	$204,300 +16.2%
2008	$2,141 +3.6%	$175,800 +1.2%
2007	$2,067 -1.7%	$173,700 +6.8%
2006	$2,102 +8.4%	$162,700 +34.9%
2003	$1,940 +20%	$120,600
2001	$1,617	$120,600