Located in one of East Forest Park's most sought after neighborhoods, this home is waiting for you. This stately colonial with custom features includes a large eat-in kitchen with a bay window, formal dining room, living room with a fireplace, and a half bath on the first floor. All four bedrooms are on the second floor along with the main bath. There is a large walk-up attic perfect for storage. The backyard has a covered porch, a brick patio, and a large backyard for family functions and get-togethers. There is also an attached two-car garage.This is your opportunity to own a landmark property in a great neighborhood.
Single-familyProperty Type
1940Year Built
10,001 sq ftLot Size
$197Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Emmanuel Pedro• Ideal Real Estate Services, Inc.
East Forest Park, located between Forest Park and the East Longmeadow line, is a residential and park-adjacent Springfield neighborhood with curving, tree-lined streets and a strong mid-century feel. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Sumner Avenue corridor near the East Forest Park branch library, where small storefronts, takeout counters, and everyday services set a steady, local rhythm. Housing leans toward well-kept ranches, capes, and brick multifamilies, with tidy yards and deep setbacks. Paths and playing fields at nearby Forest Park shape daily routines with green space close at hand. The East Forest Park Branch Library and Forest Park’s Zoo in Forest Park serve as familiar cultural anchors. Sumner Avenue links the area to the larger city grid while keeping the streetscape calm.
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Offer insights
11 Benz St · $324,900
$346K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $346K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
2 days
The average home goes pending in 22 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
102.4%
Most homes are selling 2% above list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
Full basement
One fireplace
Seven total rooms
Bedrooms
Master bedroom on the second floor
Second bedroom on the second floor
Third bedroom on the second floor
Fourth bedroom on the second floor
Bathrooms
One full bathroom
One half bathroom
Full bathroom on the second floor
Half bathroom on the first floor
Kitchen
Gas water heater
Laundry & utility
Laundry located in the basement
Heating & cooling
Steam heating
Natural gas heating
Exterior features
Paved driveway
Lot of about 0.23 acres
Directions: Off of Sumner Ave
Home design
Single family residence
Above-grade finished area approximately 1,649
Parking
Two-car garage
Two covered parking spaces
Four open parking spaces
Total of six parking spaces
Construction
Year built (per public records)
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
HOA & community
Not a senior community
Other
Listing status: Active
Electricity and solar
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Located in one of East Forest Park's most sought after neighborhoods a delightful opportunity awaits you. This stately colonial with lovely custom features has been owned and cherished by the same family for approximately 70 years and is a bit of a landmark property to neighborhood folks. Large eat in kitchen with a bay window, formal dining room and living room make up the first floor. All 4 bedrooms are on the second floor and there is also a large walk-up attic which could be finished for additional living space. The backyard has a covered porch, brick patio and lots of beautiful perennials. There is also an attached two car garage and the entire exterior of the house was painted in November 2020. Very easy to show.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$4,679 (+3.8%)
$40,900 + $233,500
$274,400
2022
$4,506 (+6.9%)
$40,900 + $198,500
$239,400
2021
$4,215 (+1.2%)
$37,200 + $185,800
$223,000
2020
$4,166 (+5.0%)
$37,200 + $176,100
$213,300
2019
$3,967 (+0.7%)
$37,200 + $164,400
$201,600
2018
$3,940 (+3.5%)
$37,200 + $163,000
$200,200
2017
$3,808 (+1.8%)
$37,200 + $156,500
$193,700
2016
$3,741 (+4.4%)
$37,200 + $153,100
$190,300
2015
$3,582 (+0.3%)
$37,200 + $144,900
$182,100
2014
$3,573 (+7.1%)
$41,600 + $139,700
$181,300
2013
$3,337 (−2.9%)
$41,600 + $127,700
$169,300
2012
$3,437 (+1.6%)
$41,600 + $131,700
$173,300
2011
$3,382
$40,800 + $132,700
$173,500
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
10,019 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,585
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,585
Year built
1940
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Hampden County
APN
2573636
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2023.
RES A
Low Density Residential District
Low density residential, primarily single-family detached
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Garden center
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Other
Historical weather
Springfield, MA • 01118
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in
June and 4.3 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9.1 hrs
4.3 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 11 Benz St
$327,423
$2,523 over list price of $325K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $300K to $338K.