288 Saint James Ave, Springfield MA 01109

Springfield, MA 01109
$449,900
Est. $2,707/month
7
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,238
Sq Ft
$139
Price/Sq Ft
0.19
Acres
1901
Year Built
2
Garage Spaces
89
Days on Market
For Sale Listed May 27, 2026 • MLS# 73525095 Copied! • Updated Aug 19, 2026

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About this home

Beautifully maintained historic home with three finished levels, completely updated top to bottom. A covered front porch leads into a grand foyer with soaring ceilings, refinished inlay hardwood floors, and stunning original woodwork. The main level offers a living room with fireplace, private office or library, formal dining room, and all-new kitchen with stainless appliances, granite counters, high-end cabinetry, and half bath. The second floor features four bedrooms and office — one with a fireplace and access to a private covered porch — two all-new full baths, double vanity, and stackable laundry. The third floor adds three more bedrooms, refinished hardwood floors, full bath, and bonus flex space. Major updates include new driveway, updated plumbing, rewired electrical, new boiler, new water heater, new fixtures throughout, and fresh paint from top to bottom. Detached two-car garage and private yard perfect for entertaining or play.

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Property History

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Listed for Sale
May 27, 2026
$449,900
Original listing
Agent: Kelsey & Ireland Team Office: Lock and Key Realty Inc.

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $2,786 $177,700

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$2,786
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$177,700

Facts & Features

2 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1901
Living Area 3,238 sq ft
Lot Size 0.19 acres
Bedrooms 7
Full Baths 3
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 13

Interior

Heating Steam, Natural Gas
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/ceramic Tile
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer
Fireplace Living Room, Master Bedroom
Fireplaces 4
Basement Full, Interior Entry
Laundry Second Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features Closet, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub, Bedroom, Bathroom, Home Office

Exterior

Construction Brick
Architecture Colonial
Roof Shingle
Features Porch, Covered Patio/deck
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Porch, Covered
Garage Spaces 2
Has Garage Yes
Features Detached, Paved Drive, Paved
Total Spaces 8
Electric Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Annual Tax $2,786
Assessed Value $177,700
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Down Payment Resource Eligible
Lead Paint Unknown
Seller Disclosures None
Possession None
Accepted Financing Contract
Structure Type []
House Color green
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Documents None
County Hampden
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 84 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1901
Bedrooms
7
Full Bathrooms
3
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
3,238 sq ft
Total Rooms
13

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer
Interior Features: Closet, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub, Bedroom, Bathroom, Home Office
Windows:
Basement: Full, Interior Entry
Laundry: Second Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial
Year Built: 1901
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Brick
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Brick/Mortar

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Steam, Natural Gas
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch, Covered Patio/Deck
Patio & Porch: Porch, Covered
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Level
Road Surface: Paved

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 2
Total Parking Spaces: 8
Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Paved

Special Features

Fireplaces: 4
Fireplace Type: Living Room, Master Bedroom
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, University
School District
Springfield School District local
D
🎓 Where Graduates Go Class of 2021
36% attend college
20% 4-Year 16% 2-Year 3% Out of State 3% Working
School Safety 2024-25
5.9% Above Average
5.1% Suspensions 1.4% In-School 0.8% Emergency
0.4% above state avg
E

Elementary Schools

3 schools
F
William N. DeBerry School
0.7 mi | #807 of 824 | Score: 26.5
Improved 10 spots from last year
-31.7 below state avg
483 students Moderate
Grades PK-05
F
Benjamin Swan Elementary
0.7 mi | #800 of 824 | Score: 28.0
Improved 24 spots from last year
-30.2 below state avg
486 students Moderate
Rising School
Grades PK-05
C
Edward P. Boland School
0.8 mi | #625 of 824 | Score: 39.4
Dropped 116 spots from last year
-18.8 below state avg
587 students Moderate
Grades PK-05
M

Middle Schools

3 schools
C+
STEM Middle Academy
1.1 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
C
Van Sickle Prep School
1.1 mi | #13 of 16 | Score: 23.5
Improved 332 spots from last year
-34.7 below state avg
206 students Moderate
Rising School
Grades 06-08
B-
Van Sickle Academy
1.1 mi | #10 of 16 | Score: 28.3
Improved 340 spots from last year
-29.9 below state avg
262 students Moderate
Rising School
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

3 schools
F
Phoenix Academy Public Charter High School, Springfield
0.5 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
B+
Gateway to College at Springfield Technical Community College
0.6 mi | #123 of 346 | Score: 74.4
Same rank as last year
25 students Moderate
College Ready Curriculum
Grades 09-12
C-
High School of Commerce
0.8 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
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288 Saint James Ave, Springfield MA 01109

Springfield, MA 01109

Listing Information

Listing Agent Kelsey & Ireland Team
Listing Office Lock and Key Realty Inc.
Office Phone 413-282-8080
Agent MLS ID TM360879
Office MLS ID AN5521
Listing Data Updated Aug 19, 2026 11:22 AM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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