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The Town of Greenfield is a residential community located at the cross roads of Interstate 91, Route 2 and the famous Mohawk Trail in Western Massachusetts, 98 miles from Boston. There are airports nearby and travel to New York City, Springfield, Brattleboro, Vt., Keene, New Hampshire and Montreal, Canada by bus or automobile is convenient.
Greenfield offers all the amenities for residents and visitors for the whole of Franklin County: theaters, drama groups, local newspapers, restaurants, radio stations, library, YMCA, churches, golf courses, centralized shopping with free parking, Farmers Market, covered bridge, historic walking district, skiing and skating areas, museum, hospital, motels, post office, senior center, full time police and fire departments, industrial park, financial institutions, internationally famous private schools, court house and professional services.
Poet Seat Tower provides a picturesque view of a scenic Greenfield Community College Campus and a quiet, friendly town proud of its renovated schools, volunteerism, industrial history, parks and playgrounds, county fair, active business and civic organizations, art and craft shows and the outstanding Pioneer Valley Symphony Orchestra.
Greenfield residents feel it's just the kind of town most people dream about as the ideal place to live and raise a family - small enough to get to know people personally, yet private - not a suburb to any big city. With its ever changing four-season climate, and surrounded by rivers, lakes, mountains, apple orchards and farm land; they believe it is a good place to visit and a good place to live.
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School System Info
MCAS Ranking (of 351 towns) in State:
10th Grade Math: |
129 |
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10th Grade Eng: |
128 |
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8th Grade Math: |
124 |
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8th Grade Eng: |
157 |
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8th Grade Science: |
134 |
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4th Grade Math: |
163 |
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4th Grade Eng: |
185 |
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Spending/Student:
$8,196
Average SAT scores:
1475
Student/Teacher Ratios:
12.1 to 1
Community
Population:17,706 Median Income in town: $39,969 Population Density: (people per square mile)
Crime Rate (per 1000 residents):
Property: 26.9 / 1,000
Violent: 2.1 / 1,000
Real Estate
Number of active:
Singles/Condos/Multis:
92
/ 15
/ 10
Median home price this year: N/A Median home price last year: $179,000
Median home price 5 yrs ago: $170,250
% change since last year: N/A
% change since 5 years ago: 5%
Avg single family tax bill:
$3,190
Transportation
Rail info: (T stops, commuter rail stops)
N/A
Subway info:
N/A
Bus lines:
N/A
Miles to Boston:
94
Drive time to Boston (minutes):
120
Rail time to Boston:
N/A
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RECENT LISTING
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$149,900
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Very quaint and charming Turn-of-the-century Victorian Farmhouse. Much of the original charm is still there. Every owner has put their stamp on it...you can add yours too!! There is more room than you'd think inside this freshly painted exterior with wonderful detail, Kitchen with Pantry, formal Dining Room, Living Room, 2 Bedrooms and Office or Playroom. Private back yard and walking distance to K-12 Schools and Downtown.
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TYPE:
Land
PRICE:
$55,000
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Terrific building lot in a great location. Rural setting yet minutes to I-91, Route 2 and downtown. Public sewer and water, underground utilities. Some restrictions and covenants apply. A wonderful spot for your new home!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$105,000
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Freddie Mac First look program. Offers from owner occupants for first 15 days on market expires 6/6/12 at which time investors offers also considered. Good size rooms in need of some repairs. Decent kitchen and back yard. Owner occupants can get up to 3% back towards closing cost and $500 credit towards home warranty. Must be in original offer. 48 hours to return contract or seller may void.
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$165,000
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Owner occupants take note! Here is a very nice 2 family home. All separate utilites, A+ floorplan, gorgeous maple floors, front and back porches, newer heating systems,10 year old roof and 4 car garage. Exterior in need of attention but both units are turnkey due to their very good interior condition.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$215,000
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This Wonderful, Close to town, 2-3 Bedroom, 2 bath home features formal Dining room, big living room, fantastic wood floors and much more. Extra Large Garage with a wood stove and bonus space above for studio. Enjoy the BIG back yard which is perfect for entertaining your summer guests with a dip in the swimming pool! Great opportunity to be close to town with the space you've been looking for!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$151,900
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This 50s vinyl-sided ranch has a large living room with hardwood floors, large eat-in kitchen, two bedrooms also with hard wood floors and full bath. There is an open front porch and rear patio. The full basement is unfinished with room for storage, workshop and laundry. Located on a quiet street with a nice back yard.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$159,900
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Easy Living with this affordable 2 bedroom 2 Bathroom condo! Great Space on this split level unit features first floor Living room with fireplace, 2nd level kitchen, dining room and bedroom, and 3rd level Master with full bathroom and large jetted tub. Also features a one car garage, full basement and new very efficient Heating system! Can't beat this location and priced to sell!
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TYPE:
Land
PRICE:
$139,500
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Builders and investors take notice. This is a great opportunity to own three lots together with town water and sewer near town. Possible six building lots, with the frontage and acerage. Previously the site of a single family home. A rare find near town.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$389,900
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Not often does a home like this come on the market. Meadows location, dead end street. Huge Kitchen, cherry cabinets, corian counter tops and breakfast table. Formal dining room, living room and den, 2 fireplaces, two rooms for the master and bath. Finished family room in basement and storage. Entertain and relax on the unique 2 tiered stone patio professionally designed, quality construction w fire-pit and grilling area. Built in pool with lap-lane. Many updates, a real gem!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$379,900
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$77,900
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GO GREEN! Live easy, affordable and efficiently in this 2nd Floor, well maintained unit. Walking distance to town, shopping, hospital, restaurants, houses of worship, walking & hiking trails. Why drive when you can save gas!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$209,900
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Located in a desirable Greenfield Meadows neighborhood on a cul de sac, this 3 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath home has many fine features. Fireplaced living room,wood floors, finished family room in basement, and wonderful covered slate patio which overlooks the in-ground pool. 1.15 acre lot which backs up to woods for privacy. Wonderful location.
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$139,900
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Well maintained and cared for with a nice big & level back yard this home was owned by one family for many years. Systems updated, Gas heat and hot water. All appliances. Can be used for a big or extended family, or as a 2 family. Needs new exterior back stairs for 2nd floor egress to be used as a 2 family/Door still in place. This home is clean and ready for the next owners.
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$159,000
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Vinyl sided two family home within walking distance to town. Property was renovated in 2001 s0 is still relatively low maintenance. Nice wood floors, washer, dryer in each unit included along with stoves and refrigerators. Good rental history. Good opportunity for an owner occupant or investor.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$229,000
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Charming Colonial located in desirable neighborhood. This 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath home has a newer addition off the living room which adds lots of space and sunlight. Large updated kitchen, fireplaced living room with pellet stove insert, 1st floor den/office and 3 large bedrooms. Updated electrical and asbestos has been removed. Beautiful refinished wood floors and fresh paint. Conveniently located to Poet Seat, downtown and major highways.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$219,900
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Charming classic cape located on a dead-end street in North Greenfield. This spotless home offers hardwood floors, beautiful natural woodwork and wonderful built-ins. There is a large fireplaced living room, 2 large bedrooms on the second floor, a 1st floor bedroom and a charming dining room with bay windows overlooking the large backyard. 2 car attached garage. Great curb appeal.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$162,000
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Nestled perfectly on ?The Trail? with compelling northern views from this handsome well loved home. Set high and private you will be surrounded by decks and gardens. This two bedroom 1.5 bath home features; cathedral ceilings, sunken living room with woodstove, spacious dining room, and four patio openings.... Newly sanded hardwood floors? fabulous location!
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$125,000
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Easy to Maintain, Attractive Condo, Needs some fresh Paint for the walls, the ceilings have been Painted. Well Kept 2 Bedrooms, 1.5 Baths, Energy Efficient. Good Closet & Storage Space. Private Deck Quilted Window Treatments, FHA Gas Heat-Open Concept Living, Cathedral Ceiling. Low Condo Fee. Priced to Sell-Owner moving out of area.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$200,000
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A stylish new kitchen is the first think you see when you walk in this comfortable cape. The next thing you notice is the beautiful large stone fireplace in the living room and then the sparkling in-ground pool with a screened sitting room. The bedrooms are good sized and there is a bonus study/den off the dining room. Lots of interior updates including an expanded first floor bathroom. Nothing left to do except enjoy!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$599,000
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Sensational views, privacy and ambiance at this beautifully restored home which is only minutes from the center of town. The property offers 12+ acres with a 3 stall horse barn, approximately 3 acre fenced field, and an outdoor riding arena. There is a heated in-ground pool and lovely landscaping. A stunning home that you will love!
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