254 Main St Sheffield, MA 01257
3 Beds
2 Baths
2,485 SqFt
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Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 2,485 sqft
Price per Sqft $120
MLS Listing ID 250056
Style Colonial
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
Year Built 1740
Annual Tax Amount $4,423
Tax Year 2025
Lot Size 1.020 Acres
Acres 1.02
Lot Dimensions 44,431
Source Berkshire County Board of REALTORS®
Property Description
Location & Lifestyle**
Tree-lined driveway, a short stroll to the village green , markets, dining, and outdoor recreation.
Proximity to the Housatonic River, lakes, and scenic trails, inviting year-round strolling, hiking, and local exploration.
Easy access to regional attractions, farms, and cultural events that define the area's heritage. Exterior & Structural Potential**
Traditional Colonial silhouette with original exterior detail awaiting revival.
clapboard siding offers excellent restoration potential.
Generous lot space with room for landscaping, a garden, or outdoor living areas once restored.
Interior Opportunity**
Classic floor plan with warm, natural light and period details that can be highlighted in a thoughtful renovation.
Fireplace and millwork elements that can become focal points in a reimagined living space.
Separate dining and living areas that can be reconfigured to suit modern lifestyles while preserving historic charm.
Kitchen and baths in need of modernization; planned updates present a chance to tailor finishes to taste.
Bedrooms & Bathrooms**
5 Bedrooms: Provide flexibility for a primary suite, home office, or guest rooms.
2 Bathrooms: Drainage, plumbing, and fixtures likely in need of updating to meet current standards.
Systems & Restoration Considerations**
Potential for enhanced insulation, updated HVAC, and rewired electrical with modern safety in mind during restoration.
Opportunities to preserve or restore historic details (trim, moldings, staircases) while integrating contemporary comfort.
Investment Scope & Customization**
Ideal for buyers seeking a restoration project with significant equity potential.
Flexible layout opportunities to create an open-concept feel or maintain classic room definitions.
Attic and basement space may offer expansion or storage possibilities to maximize usability.
Nearby Conveniences**
Walkable access to Sheffield's farmers market, and dining options.
Quick routes to regional parks, riverside recreation, and Berkshire events.
This Historic Colonial presents a distinctive chance to acquire a home with provenance and personality in Sheffield, MA. Restore its original essence or reimagine the layout to suit a modern lifestyle--the choice is yours.
Location
State MA
Area South Registry
Direction Heading South on US-7 from Great Barrington, just prior to arriving to downtown Sheffield on the turn there is an Truck with a plow entrance is there. House is hidden in the back. Heading North on US-7 from Canaan CT, pass the Mobile gas station. House is hidden in the back on your right. Sign out front.
Rooms
Basement Partial, Interior Access
Interior
Heating Oil, Hot Water
Flooring Linoleum, Wood
Appliance None
Exterior
Parking Features false
Garage Description Off Street
View Pastoral
Roof Type Asphalt Shingles
Garage false
Building
Sewer Private Sewer
Water Public
Architectural Style Colonial
Schools
Elementary Schools Undermountain
Middle Schools Mount Everett
High Schools Mount Everett