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MLS# 73498157
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About this home
Built in 1879, 270 Maple Street—historically known as the Frederick Harris House and more recently as Valentine Mansion—is a remarkable 30-room historic estate spanning 11,102 square feet. The largest single-family home in Springfield’s “City of Homes,” it features a 40-foot grand ballroom, ornate floor-to-ceiling hand-carved fireplaces, 12 bedrooms, 6.5 bathrooms, and what may be the city’s finest residential view. Set on 2.93 acres, with an additional 0.99-acre lot available, the property currently operates as an owner-occupied short-term rental B&B. Built for banker Frederick Harris and social activist Emily Osborne, the home offers multiple primary suites—including a rare adjoining his-and-hers suite—coffered ceilings, six sets of pocket doors on the first floor alone, and exquisite original woodwork, tile, brass hardware, and metalwork. Energy-efficient mini-splits, stainless steel appliances, a nine-zone sprinkler system, ample parking—this property has it all.
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Market Insights
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Price Changes
3.8%
Price Range
Property Timeline
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Price Reduced
May 11, 2026
$1,250,000
$50,000
(-3.85%)
From $1,300,000 to $1,250,000 (-3.9%)
🏠
Listed for Sale
Apr 8, 2026
$1,300,000
Original listing
Agent: Erica SwallowOffice: Swallow Real Estate, Inc.
Date
Event
Price
Change
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Details
05/11/2026
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Price Reduced
$1,250,000
$50,000
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From $1,300,000 to $1,250,000 (-3.9%)
04/08/2026
🏠
Listed for Sale
$1,300,000
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Original listing
Tax History
Year
Taxes
Assessment
Tax history not available
Facts & Features
Home Facts
TypeBusiness Opportunity
Year Built1879
Lot Size127,831 sq ft
Interior
HeatingNone
CoolingNone
FlooringNone
AppliancesNone
FireplaceNone
BasementNone
LaundryNone
FeaturesNone
Exterior
ConstructionBrick, Frame
ArchitectureNone
RoofNone
FeaturesNone
PoolNone
SpaNone
FencingNone
Patio/PorchNone
Parking
FeaturesNone
Utilities
ElectricNone
WaterNone
SewerNone
GasNone
OtherPublic Water, Private Water, Natural Gas Available
Financial
No financial details available
HOA & Community
Fee IncludesNone
AmenitiesNone
Optional Fee IncludesNone
MA Disclosures
Seller DisclosuresSee All Mls Attachments: Property History, Feature Sheet, Business Opportunity, Floor Plan, Etc. Two Lots Convey—1.5898-acre With House, And 1.3448-acre Lot To Right Of House. Additional 0.9927-acre Lot To Left Of House Available For Purchase (see Mls #73484572). Buyer To Verify Zoning & Usage.
Additional Details
PossessionNone
Accepted FinancingNone
Structure Type[]
DocumentsAerial Photo, Owner Provided, May Show Books, Pro. Forma, Lease Agreement (5)
CountyHampden
Property Overview
Listing Type
Business Opportunity
Year Built
1879
Room Details
Other Floor
Bathroom1
Bedroom5
Bedroom4
Bedroom3
Dining Room
Kitchen
Bathroom2
Bedroom2
Living Room
Bathroom3
Master Bedroom
Office
Family Room
Master Bathroom
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Construction & Materials
Year Built:1879
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Nearby Schools
School District
Springfield School District local
D
🎓Where Graduates GoClass of 2021
36%attend college
20%4-Year16%2-Year3%Out of State3%Working
⚠School Safety2024-25
5.9%Above Average
5.1%Suspensions1.4%In-School0.8%Emergency
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0.4% above state avg
E
Elementary Schools
10 schools
B+
Veritas Preparatory Charter School
0.2 mi
|
#10 of 25 |
Score: 34.4
Improved 341 spots from last year
-23.8 below state avg
712 students
Moderate
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 05-12
Your Educational Success Academy
0.5 mi
Grades K-12
D
The Springfield Virtual School
1.5 mi
|
#330 of 346 |
Score: 26.8
Improved 7 spots from last year
-31.4 below state avg
250 students
Moderate
College Ready Curriculum
Grades PK-12
A
Alfred G. Zanetti Montessori Magnet School
1.7 mi
|
#3 of 16 |
Score: 47.5
Improved 137 spots from last year
-10.7 below state avg
432 students
Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-08
St. Michael's Academy
1.9 mi
Grades PK-08
Academy Hill School
2.7 mi
Grades PK-08
Pioneer Valley Christian Academy
3.1 mi
Grades PK-12
A+
Springfield Preparatory Charter School
3.2 mi
|
#2 of 16 |
Score: 48.6
Improved 94 spots from last year
-9.7 below state avg
486 students
Moderate
Rising School
Grades K-08
Grace Academy
3.4 mi
Grades K-12
Pioneer Valley Montessori School
4.1 mi
Grades PK-06
M
Middle Schools
10 schools
C
John J. Duggan Middle School
2.9 mi
|
#266 of 346 |
Score: 44.7
Improved 20 spots from last year
-13.5 below state avg
823 students
Diverse
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
College Ready Curriculum
Grades 06-12
Springfield Commonwealth Academy
0.1 mi
Grades 06-08
F
South End Middle School
0.4 mi
|
#350 of 352 |
Score: 23.5
Improved 12 spots from last year
-34.7 below state avg
163 students
Moderate
Grades 06-08
F
Forest Park Middle School
1.0 mi
|
#343 of 352 |
Score: 25.3
Improved 16 spots from last year
-32.9 below state avg
282 students
Diverse
Grades 06-08
C+
STEM Middle Academy
2.0 mi
|
#12 of 16 |
Score: 26.4
Improved 298 spots from last year
-31.8 below state avg
269 students
Diverse
Rising School
Grades 06-08
Springfield Middle School
2.2 mi
18 students
Less Diverse
Grades 06-08
F
Springfield Public Day Middle School
2.2 mi
|
#352 of 352 |
Score: 19.6
Improved 14 spots from last year
-38.6 below state avg
60 students
Diverse
Grades 06-08
D
Springfield Legacy Academy
2.3 mi
|
#16 of 16 |
Score: 19.0
Improved 340 spots from last year
-39.2 below state avg
299 students
Less Diverse
Rising School
Grades 06-08
C-
Impact Prep at Chestnut
2.3 mi
|
#14 of 16 |
Score: 23.5
Improved 349 spots from last year
-34.7 below state avg
278 students
Moderate
Rising School
Grades 06-08
B
Chestnut Accelerated Middle School (Talented and Gifted)
2.3 mi
|
#164 of 352 |
Score: 43.2
Dropped 11 spots from last year
-15 below state avg
265 students
Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades 06-08
H
High Schools
10 schools
C-
Conservatory of the Arts
0.6 mi
|
#303 of 346 |
Score: 37.5
Improved 2 spots from last year
-20.7 below state avg
296 students
Moderate
College Ready Curriculum
Grades 06-12
C
Emergence Academy
0.6 mi
|
#21 of 25 |
Score: 25.5
Improved 356 spots from last year
-32.7 below state avg
382 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-12
C-
Libertas Academy Charter School
0.9 mi
|
#292 of 346 |
Score: 40.6
Improved 52 spots from last year
-17.7 below state avg
563 students
Moderate
7 sports
• 134 athletes
Rising School
Strong Attendance
Grades 06-12
C
The Springfield Renaissance School an Expeditionary Learning School
2.4 mi
|
#274 of 346 |
Score: 44.0
Improved 7 spots from last year
-14.3 below state avg
593 students
Diverse
High Graduation Rate
College Ready Curriculum
Grades 06-12
C-
Baystate Academy Charter Public School
3.1 mi
|
#314 of 346 |
Score: 34.8
Improved 29 spots from last year
-23.5 below state avg
388 students
Moderate
Rising School
College Ready Curriculum
Grades 06-12
C-
High School of Commerce
0.6 mi
|
#286 of 346 |
Score: 42.2
Improved 16 spots from last year
-16 below state avg
966 students
Moderate
11 sports
• 554 athletes
Early College Program
College Ready Curriculum
Grades 09-12
B+
Gateway to College at Springfield Technical Community College
0.9 mi
|
#123 of 346 |
Score: 74.4
Same rank as last year
25 students
Moderate
College Ready Curriculum
Grades 09-12
F
Phoenix Academy Public Charter High School, Springfield
0.9 mi
|
#340 of 346 |
Score: 20.6
Improved 8 spots from last year
-37.6 below state avg
158 students
Moderate
College Ready Curriculum
Grades 09-12
Pope Francis Preparatory School
1.8 mi
18 sports
• 1,124 athletes
Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
F
Springfield International Academy at Sci-Tech
2.0 mi
|
#338 of 346 |
Score: 21.5
Dropped 38 spots from last year
-36.7 below state avg
95 students
Diverse
Career Tech Programs
College Ready Curriculum
Grades 09-12
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