Escape to the scenic hills of Chester with this unique 5.2-acre property offering the opportunity to create your year-round country home. Two major infrastructure investments are already in place with the well and three bedroom septic system. Giving you the head start on your new home. The existing 560-square-foot cottage provides a comfortable retreat while you plan and develop your vision for the property. Surrounded by wooded acreage, the setting offers privacy, natural beauty, and plenty of room to enjoy the outdoors. In the meantime, the existing cottage makes an excellent weekend getaway, hunting lodge, or recreational retreat. Built in 2011 with a metal roof, wood exterior, the cottage provides a solid starting point. A special opportunity to build a year-round home in a peaceful Western Massachusetts setting while enjoying the property today. Buyer to perform all due diligence regarding zoning, permitting, building requirements, and future use.
Welcome home to your little slice of a rural countryside community. This property is situated on the west branch of the Westfield River in a quiet but convenient location. Enjoy your coffee on the porch and get lost in the sounds of nature. Inside you will find an open floor plan, a newer primary first floor bedroom, and three rooms upstairs with closets. This home is a hidden gem with tons of potential. Book your showing and bring your vision. Water heater purchased in 2021. Roof on addition was put on this year APO. Roof on main part of house is about 12 years old. 500 gal propane tank is owned. Buyer to do due diligence. Sale is contingent on resolving prior contract. Property appraised for 239k.
Absolutely charming and lovingly maintained home across the road from Walker Brook! Move in ready! This is truly a special home. Enjoy the tranquil sounds of the running water, cool off on a hot summer day or cast out a line and enjoy a vacation right at home. Relaxing wrap around deck to enjoy your peaceful surroundings and seasonal views. An amazing sun room that provides for more space to take in the nature around you, even from inside! The living room with hardwood floors and a gas stove for cozy winter nights offers a large bow window to let in the natural light. The kitchen is bright and spacious with cathedral ceilings and a dining area. Convenient first floor laundry off the kitchen too. Good size bedrooms! The main bedroom has 2 closets, sliders to the wrap around deck and sunroom. Garage area, two storage sheds, garden beds and nicely landscaped. This one has it all, for year round or vacation living! Great location! An easy drive to the Berkshires and Northampton. Close to all the great local amenities, historic town center, Chester Theater and never ending popular recreational spots all through-out the hilltowns! This home is in meticulous condition and should qualify for all financing To the best of our knowledge it is not in a flood zone and no flood insurance is required. Verify with your lender. Call today.
Investors take note of the potential offered by this charming colonial home. Property is being sold as-is. The seller prefers a 60-day closing to allow sufficient time for removal of personal items from the house, yard, and barn. Title V has failed and will be the buyer’s responsibility. The home features partially updated plumbing and electrical systems, including an electrical panel and hot water tank installed approximately three years ago.
Colonial style home featuring 8 rooms, 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms located on 6+ acre lot.
Welcome to this historic Colonial home nestled in the center of Chester, offering charm and modern potential. Featuring 6 spacious rooms, including 3 generous bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms, this home is ideal for Living, investors, or those seeking an Airbnb rental opportunity. Inside, enjoy the warmth of beautiful wood floors throughout most of the home, a large kitchen with ample counter and cabinet space, and closets galore for all your storage needs. Additional features include a spacious three-season front porch that’s surrounded by natural light accented by a beautiful wood ceiling, vinyl windows, an attached 1-car garage, and a storage shed — all situated on a 0.36-acre lot. Located along the scenic Westfield River, this property is a haven for outdoor lovers, with nearby hiking and riding trails, and is just a short drive to Jacobs Pillow, Tanglewood, Lee Outlets, and only 30 minutes to Westfield or the Berkshires.
Chester is located in Massachusetts. Chester, Massachusetts has a population of 1,400. Chester is more family-centric than the surrounding county with 32.23% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 23.64%.
The median household income in Chester, Massachusetts is $76,283. The median household income for the surrounding county is $61,310 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Chester is 45.8 years.
The average high temperature in July is 79.4 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 11.5 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 51.9 inches per year, with 68.5 inches of snow per year.
