Under Agreement

557 Federal St, Belchertown, MA

Belchertown · MA 01007

$375,000
Price
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1404
Sq. ft.

Overview

Property type: Single Family
Year built: Built in 1930
Lot size: 0.58 Acre Lot
Price per square foot: $267 / Sq.Ft
Parking: No Parking
Heating & cooling: Heat, Mini-Split, Wood Stove, Electric, AC

About this home

This incredibly charming 1404 sf, 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath bungalow, nestled on a gently sloping hill and overlooking Arcadia Lake in Belchertown is ready for it's new owners. The current owners have made many updates to the home in the years they have lived there, including the fully renovated ~200 sf separate office/studio building with heating and cooling. The house sits directly across the street from beautiful Arcadia Lake, which does not allow motorized boats, but does allow year round fishing and summer swimming and boating, The town beach is short 0.6 miles walk or drive from the house - while views of the lake can be enjoyed year round from the many windows and deck on the first floor. The main living level includes a cozy living room with a bay window and insert wood stove. Adjacent to the living room a spacious dining room and kitchen, with a large walk out deck - overlooking to the beautiful 0.58 acre yard with shade gardens, stone paths and views of Arcadia Lake. A renovated full bathroom and guest room/office rounds out the first floor. The second floor has two bedrooms, a newer half bath and ample closets. Utlities, including washer/dryer, new boiler, hot water heat and well pump are accessed from the first floor in the small basement. There are two additional sheds on the property for yard equipment, bicycles, etc. Outdoor enthustiasts will be captivated by the nearby Norwottock Bike Trail, the New England Hiking Trail and cross country skiing at nearby Mt Lincoln. Enjoy swimming in the summer and ice skating in the winter at Arcadia Lake. This house is a peaceful, beautiful lakeside oasis within 6.5 miles of Amherst center. It has to be seen in person to be fully appreciated! First showings at open house on Saturday, October 3 from 11-1 pm.

Neighborhood & Transit

557 Federal St, Belchertown · MA 01007

Nearby transit

Within 0.5 mile, measured straight-line to the nearest station entrance.

No subway or commuter rail stations within 0.5 mile.

Price Insight

Days on Market:
34 days
Listing Price:
$375,000
Price per Sq.Ft:
$267
Tax Assessment:
$272,400 in 2026
Taxes:
$343 / Monthly

Home Facts

Interior Features

Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,404 Sq.Ft
Broker Disclosure about Living Area
GLA does not include fully finished detached office/studio ~200 sf.
Kitchen
Main Floor, Flooring - Vinyl, Remodeled, Dishwasher, Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Primary Bedroom
Floor 2, Closet, Flooring - Laminate
Laundry
Unknown
Living levels
Unknown
Rooms
5
Above grade area
1404
Flooring
Wood, Tile, Vinyl, Luxury Vinyl Plank / LVP, Laminate
Lead paint
Unknown

Utilities

Heating Type
Ductless Mini-Split System, Wood Stove, Electric Baseboard, Hot Water Radiators, Fan Coil, Extra Flue
Heating Zone
4
Cooling
Ductless Mini-Split System
Cooling Zones
2
Water
Private Water, Other (See Remarks)
Sewer
City/Town Sewer
Electric Features
200 Amps

Exterior Features

Lot Size
25,308 Sq.Ft
Lot Description
Wooded, Easements, Gentle Slope, Scenic View(s)
Exterior Features
Deck - Wood, Covered Patio/Deck, Gutters, Storage Shed, Professional Landscaping, Screens

Parking

Garage Parking
0 Parking Spaces
Off Street Parking
None, Off-Street

Construction Details

Construction Type
Frame
Siding
Clapboard, Shingles, Wood
Roof
Metal

Green Features

Electric Vehicle Charger
Unknown
Solar Panels
Unknown
Green Certified
Unknown
Insulation Features
Unknown
Energy Features
Unknown

Room details

Living room level
First Floor
Living room features
Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
Dining room level
First Floor
Dining room features
Flooring - Vinyl, Window(s) - Picture, Balcony / Deck
Bedroom 2 level
First Floor
Bedroom 2 features
Closet, Flooring - Laminate
Bedroom 3 level
Second Floor
Bathroom 1 level
First Floor
Bathroom 1 features
Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower
Bathroom 2 level
Second Floor
Bathroom 2 features
Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Vinyl

Listing information

Listing agent
Julie Starr
Listing office
5 College REALTORS® Northampton
MLS PIN #
73585083
Disclosure
Sellers have an easement with their neighbor for a small portion of the driveway offshoot. Propane tank is leased by Surner Oil.
Disclosure
GLA does not include fully finished detached office/studio ~200 sf.