Small, charming, and easy to care for, this adorable home packs plenty of personality into a manageable package! The living and dining room combination features wood floors and a fireplace that brings character to the main living space, while the lightly updated kitchen keeps everyday living simple and functional. Two bedrooms and a full bath with a shower stall complete the layout. Main bedroom with large closet and walk up attic. Looking for a little extra room? The sunroom adds seasonal living space, perfect for a quiet morning, a reading nook, or simply enjoying the change of seasons. A mini-split system provides both heating and cooling, offering year-round comfort with convenient temperature control. Outside, enjoy the side deck, fenced yard, and low-maintenance grounds. A detached one-car garage adds useful storage and parking. Located near the East Longmeadow line, this cute home offers a cozy feel, practical amenities, and a convenient location close to local shopping and everyday essentials. A great option for anyone looking for a home with character and less upkeep!
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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Market insights
120 Ellsworth Ave · $274,900
DAYS ON MARKET
1 days
The average home goes pending in 24 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
101.5%
Most homes are selling 2% above list price.
LIST PRICE
$274,900
Median sale price in this area is $367,490. (34% higher than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
25% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Insulated windows
Sunroom
Slider
Fireplace in the living room
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms on the first floor
Bathrooms
1 full bathroom on the first floor with a shower stall
Kitchen
Range
Refrigerator
Stainless steel appliances
Laundry & utility
Washer and dryer
Washer hookup and electric dryer hookup in the basement
Flooring
Wood and vinyl flooring
Heating & cooling
Ductless heating and cooling
Exterior features
Fenced yard
Cleared, level terrain
Wood and vinyl decks
Home design
Single-family residence
Parking
Detached garage with one space
Three open parking spaces
Paved driveway
Off-street parking
Garage door opener
Parking storage
Construction
Frame construction
Block foundation
Shingle roof
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Circuit breakers
100-amp electrical service
HOA & community
Near public transportation, shopping, parks, medical facilities, houses of worship, and public schools
Electricity and solar
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Take me I'm yours! One look & you'll fall in love w/this eye-catching 5RM, 2BR Cape on tree lined street! Updated inside & out this home offers a great open floor plan with fireplaced LRM, formal DRM, fully applianced Kitchen & newer bath! Hdwd flrs, 3 season porch w/sliders to deck overlooking yard. Newer roof,security system, maintenance free vinyl exterior, insulated windows & brand new garage.
MLS PIN #30754304
Jan 12, 2004
Sold
$110,000
$125/sq ft
Aug 6, 2003
Listed
$114,900
$131/sq ft
THIS ADORABLE 2 BEDROOM COTTAGE OFFERS HARDWOOD FLOORS, FIREPLACE IN LIVING ROOM, FORMAL DINING ROOM, ENCLOSED 3-SEASON PORCH, LARGE DECK, PRIVATE BACK YARD AND AN OVERSIZED 1-CAR GARAGE.
Public Records
Jun 20, 1991
Sold
$86,000
$98/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$3,009 (+4.2%)
$43,100 + $133,400
$176,500
2022
$2,887 (+8.3%)
$43,100 + $110,300
$153,400
2021
$2,665 (−0.6%)
$39,200 + $101,800
$141,000
2020
$2,681 (+6.5%)
$39,200 + $98,100
$137,300
2019
$2,517 (+1.0%)
$39,200 + $88,700
$127,900
2018
$2,493 (+7.0%)
$39,200 + $87,500
$126,700
2017
$2,330 (+3.2%)
$39,200 + $79,300
$118,500
2016
$2,257 (+1.3%)
$39,200 + $75,600
$114,800
2015
$2,229 (+4.8%)
$39,200 + $74,100
$113,300
2014
$2,127 (+3.6%)
$40,600 + $67,300
$107,900
2013
$2,054 (−8.5%)
$40,600 + $63,600
$104,200
2012
$2,245 (−3.1%)
$40,600 + $72,600
$113,200
2011
$2,317
$37,100 + $81,800
$118,900
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,792 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
880
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
880
Year built
1928
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Hampden County
APN
2583257
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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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
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 98° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Springfield, MA • 01118
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Sun exposure
80/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.2 hrs
4.6 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 120 Ellsworth Ave
$285,605
$11K over list price of $275K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $235K to $300K.