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78 Vernon St, Northampton MA 01060

Northampton, MA 01060
$435,000
Est. $2,315/month
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,520
Sq Ft
$286
Price/Sq Ft
0.00
Acres
1900
Year Built
2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Type
53
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 27, 2025 • MLS# 73404324

About this home

Convenient location near Smith College and Northampton High School. Historic brick building originally a grocery store that was famous for its penny candy. Now used as a two family home with 2 one bedroom apartments. The owners 2nd floor apartment has updated kitchen and bath, bedroom, dining room/office, living room and sun room with large sliding windows. The apartment is sunny with hardwood floors and built-ins throughout . The tenant's first floor apt. has 2 large rooms, an eat-in kitchen and living room/bedroom. The bathroom has a separate shower area all in need of updating. Solid rental history from the same tenant for 38 years. The apartments have separate gas and electric meters. Laundry and storage in the basement. Sweet patio area filled with perennials. Exterior shingles and sun room freshly painted. One car attached garage with more storage. In town, close to restaurants, shops, entertainment and library. Easy drive to highways, schools, worship and hospital.

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $485,000
Final Sale Price: $435,000
Difference: $50,000 (-10.3%)
Performance Metrics
89.7%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
53
Days on Market
Average time
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $319
Sale $/sq ft: $286
This property sold for $286 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 10.3% below the original asking price.

The property spent 53 days on market before selling.

Facts & Features

Property Overview

Property Type
2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Property Category
Residential Income
Year Built
1900
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,520 sq ft
Total Rooms
7
Stories
2
Levels
2

Interior Features

Flooring
Wood, Tile, Vinyl, Carpet, Hardwood, Stone/Ceramic Tile
Has Fireplace
No
Appliances
Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features
Bathroom with Shower Stall, Internet Available - Broadband, Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Storage, Upgraded Cabinets, Bathroom With Tub & Shower, Kitchen, Living RM/Dining RM Combo, Living Room, Dining Room, Sunroom
Laundry Features
Electric Dryer Hookup
Basement Details
Partial, Interior Entry, Sump Pump, Concrete
Window Features
Picture Window, Storm Window(s)

Exterior & Structure

Construction Materials
Brick
Roof
Asphalt/Composition Shingles
Foundation
Stone, Brick/Mortar
Exterior Features
Garden
Patio/Porch Features
Patio
Has Spa
No
Waterfront Property
No

Lot & Land

Lot Size
0.00 acres
Lot Size
0 sq ft
Lot Size Area
0.0000
Lot Features
Corner Lot, Level
Frontage Length
27 ft
Road Surface Type
Paved
Road Frontage Type
Public

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces
1
Has Garage
Yes
Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces
1
Parking Features
Paved Drive, Off Street, Driveway
Covered Parking Spaces
1

Utilities & Systems

Utilities Available
for Gas Range, for Electric Range, for Gas Oven, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer
Water Source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Electric
Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service, Individually Metered

Community & HOA

Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, University
Senior Community
No

Financial & Tax Information

Annual Tax Amount
$6,307
Tax Year
2024
Tax Assessed Value
$421,100
Tax Lot
0001
Tax Block
0108
Tax Map Number
031A
Parcel Number
3719675
Zoning
URB

Additional Details

Year Built Source
Public Records
Year Built Details
Approximate
Disclosures
Second floor is grandfathered in for single egress for the homeowner. If top floor is rented the town would prefer a second egress but this is not enforceable. The house could also be converted to a single family home.
Listing Terms
Contract

Location

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Neighborhood

78 Vernon St, Northampton MA 01060

Northampton, MA 01060

Walkability

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Schools

Elementary School
Jackson St
Rating information coming soon
Middle School
Jfk
Rating information coming soon
High School
Northampton Hs
Rating information coming soon

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Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $526
Homeowners Insurance $200
PMI $0

Property History

Market Insights

Property Timeline

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Sold
Sep 25, 2025
Property sold
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Listed for Sale
Jul 15, 2025
$455,000
Original listing

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jul 15, 2025 New Listing Added $455,000 —

Market Statistics

Days on Market
53 days
Price per Sq Ft
$286

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $6,307 $421,100

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$6,307
Tax Year 2024
Assessed Value
$421,100

Listing Information

Listing Agent Joanie Schwartz
Listing Office Joanie Schwartz Real Estate
Agent MLS ID BB904226
Office MLS ID AC1082

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