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78 Forbes Ave

Northampton, MA 01060
$652,000
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,162 Living Area
  • Property Description
    Welcome to 78 Forbes Avenue; a truly special home in a coveted neighborhood-ideally located near Smith College, vibrant downtown Northampton, Florence Center & approx. 10 min. to Easthampton. Enjoy easy access to Childs Park, the scenic Mill River Greenway Trail & I-91-all just minutes away. After many years of thoughtful care, the time has come for a new owner to take over. This 3-bedroom mid-century ranch offers timeless charm, effortless flow & exceptional potential. A gracious living room anchors the home, complemented by nicely sized bedrooms & a full bath showcasing beautifully preserved original tile. The dining room connects seamlessly to the kitchen & extends into a sun-filled 3 season room overlooking a lovely, manageable yard - an inviting setting for both quiet mornings and relaxed gatherings. Thoughtful updates include a newer roof (2018), new doors & windows (2019). A two-car garage and full basement further enhance this property's appeal. Open 5/14 4:30-6 and 5/16 11-1.
  • Highlights
    • Heating: Baseboard, Oil
    • Property Class: Residential
    • Style: Ranch
    • Year Built: 1952
    • Parking Spots: 6
    • Property Type: Single Family Residence
    • Total Rooms: 6
    • Status: Closed
  • Additional Details
    • Appliances: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
    • Construction: Frame
    • Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Rain Gutters, Screens
    • Foundation: Block
    • Lot Features: Level
    • Roof: Shingle
    • Year Built Details: Actual
    • Zoning: Urb
    • Basement: Full, Interior Entry, Sump Pump, Unfinished
    • Exclusions: Staging Items
    • Flooring: Vinyl, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
    • Interior Features: Closet, Lighting - Overhead, Sun Room, Entry Hall, Other
    • Road Frontage Type: Public
    • SqFt Source: Public Record
    • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Amenities
    • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Private School, Public School, University, Other
    • Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
    • Covered Parking Spaces: 2
  • Utilities
    • Electric: Circuit Breakers
    • Water Source: Public
    • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Fees / Taxes
    • Assessed Value: $504,000
    • Taxes: $6,889
    • Tax Year: 2026

Location

78 Forbes Ave, Northampton, MA 01060

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