12 Riverfront St

$339,900
Price
2
Beds
1,450 Sq. Ft.
$234 / Sq. Ft.
1,450
Sq. Ft.
$234
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Charming riverfront home in historic Chester, close to all main attractions in Berkshire County and the college towns of Amherst and Northampton. The house has been lovingly maintained as a short-term rental since 2018, with excellent occupancy rates for visitors looking for a quiet getaway with a small town atmosphere while also central to all of Western Massachusetts. Single floor living, hardwood floors, updated kitchen and bath, back porch/mudroom and stunning deck with hot tub situated high...Charming riverfront home in historic Chester, close to all main attractions in Berkshire County and the college towns of Amherst and Northampton. The house has been lovingly maintained as a short-term rental since 2018, with excellent occupancy rates for visitors looking for a quiet getaway with a small town atmosphere while also central to all of Western Massachusetts. Single floor living, hardwood floors, updated kitchen and bath, back porch/mudroom and stunning deck with hot tub situated high above the serene Westfield River. This house is sold fully and tastefully furnished for immediate occupancy as your main home, vacation hideaway, or as a top-rated investment opportunity. Walking distance to Chester's quaint Main Street and nearby Becket and Chester State Forest trails.
  1. Listed by Stephen Daoust • STONE HOUSE PROPERTIES, LLC

Property Details for 12 Riverfront Street

Architectural Style
Ranch
View
Water, Scenic
Parking Spaces Type
Garaged & Off-Street
Waterfront
Yes
Zoning Description
Residential
LISTING UPDATED: 11/26/2025 08:01 AM

Property Details for 12 Riverfront Street

StatusActive
MLS #246228
Days on Market170
Taxes$3,852 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1900
Lot Size0.34 AC / 14,810 SF
CountyHampden County

Location

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Building Information for 12 Riverfront Street

Stories-Year Built1900Building Size-Lot Size0.34 AC / 14,810 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,978 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,657

Property Taxes

$321

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 12 Riverfront Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Take Route 20 to Main Street in Chester, turn left after bridge on to Riverfront St, house on left.
  • MLS Area Major: Outside Berkshire Other MA
  • Latitude: 42.28
  • Longitude: -72.98
  • MLS Area Minor: Outside Berkshire Other MA
  • Views Scenic: Yes
  • Views Water: Yes
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax Book Number: 9020
  • Association Fee: $.00
  • Tax Amount: $3,852.00
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Book: 9020
  • Page: 336
School Information
  • Middle Or Junior School: Gateway
  • High School: Gateway Regional
  • Elementary School: Chester Elementary
  • Elementry School: Chester Elementary
  • Middle School: Gateway
Parking
  • Other Parking: Garaged & Off-Street
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Detached: Yes
Virtual Tour
  • Virtual Tours Count: 0
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Size Area: 0.34
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.34
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 14,810
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 14810.0
  • Square Feet Source: Assessor
  • Living Area: 1450.0
  • Building Area Total: 1450.0
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Restrict Covenants No: Yes
Property and Assessments
  • Floor Plans Count: 0
  • Total Bathrooms Source: MLS
  • Photos Count: 36
  • Videos Count: 0
  • Documents Count: 2
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Easement Unknown: Yes
  • Survey Unknown: Yes
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
  • Flood Hazard Area Unknown: Yes
  • Title V Fail: Yes
  • Title V Date: 4/8/2025
Utilities
  • Sewer: Private
  • Water Yes: Yes
  • Water Access Public: Yes
  • Sewer Private: Yes
  • Electric Type 200 Amp: Yes
  • Stove Permit Unknown: Yes
  • Internet Service Cable Available: Yes
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Trash Private, Deck, Hot Tub Outdoor
  • Exterior Amenities Deck: Yes
  • Exterior Amenities Hot Tub Outdoor: Yes
  • Exterior Amenities Trash Private: Yes
  • Waterfront Close to Water: Yes
  • Waterfront River: Yes
  • Waterfront River Access: Yes
  • Waterfront River View: Yes
  • Exterior Siding Wood: Yes
  • Right of Way Unknown: Yes
  • Post Beam Wood Frame: Yes
  • Style Ranch: Yes
Interior Features
  • Baths Half: 0
  • Baths Total: 1.00
  • Baths Full: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.00
  • Bathrooms Total Notational: 1.00
  • Total Rooms: 5.00
  • Accessibility 1st Floor Full Bath: Yes
  • Heating: Oil, Furnace, Hot Water
  • Kitchen Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Heating: Yes
  • Underground Oil Tank Unk: Yes
  • Building Information Exterior Color: Yellow
  • Building Information Wood Stove: 1
  • Interior Features: Cable Available, Sun Room
  • Interior Amenities Sun Room: Yes
  • Basement Concrete Floor: Yes
  • Basement Full: Yes
  • Basement Interior Access: Yes
  • Basement Unfinished: Yes
  • Fuel Oil: Yes
  • Hot Water Oil: Yes
  • Insulation Unknown: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Included Microwave: Yes
  • Appliances Included Refrigerator: Yes
  • Appliances Included Washer: Yes
  • Floor Laminate: Yes
  • Floor Wood: Yes
  • Heat/Cool/Vent Furnace: Yes
  • Heat/Cool/Vent Hot Water: Yes
  • Heat/Cool/Vent Wood Stove: Yes
  • Heat/Cool/Vent Air Exchange System: Yes
  • Lead Paint Unk: Yes
Room Information
Room Details
  • Rooms Total: 5
  • Room Type: Kitchen, Living Room, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Office, Full Bathroom
Room 1
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Width: 11.0
  • Room Area: 198.0
Room 2
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Width: 13.0
  • Room Area: 234.0
Room 3
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Width: 11.0
  • Room Area: 165.0
Room 4
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Length: 18.5
  • Room Width: 9.5
  • Room Area: 175.75
Room 5
  • Room Type: Office
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Width: 13.0
  • Room Area: 143.0
Room 6
  • Room Type: Full Bathroom
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Width: 6.0
  • Room Area: 66.0
Rental
Rental Information
  • Certified Occupancy No: Yes

Property History for 12 Riverfront Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 19, 2025

Price Change

Berkshire County Board of REALTORS #246228

$339,900—
May 5, 2025

Listed (Active)

Berkshire County Board of REALTORS #246228

$359,900—
Jul 31, 2003

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #126352256

$131,000

+7.5% / yr

Jul 31, 2003

Sold

MLS PIN #30711510

$131,000—
Jun 12, 2003

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #30711510

—
Jun 12, 2003

Contingent

MLS PIN #30711510

—
Apr 21, 2003

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #30711510

$125,000—
Dec 19, 1994

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #89479824

$70,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/19/2025

Price Change

Berkshire County Board of REALTORS #246228

$339,900
05/05/2025

Listed (Active)

Berkshire County Board of REALTORS #246228

$359,900
07/31/2003

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #126352256

$131,000

+7.5% / yr

07/31/2003

Sold

MLS PIN #30711510

$131,000
06/12/2003

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #30711510

—
06/12/2003

Contingent

MLS PIN #30711510

—
04/21/2003

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #30711510

$125,000
12/19/1994

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #89479824

$70,000

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Public Records for 12 Riverfront Street

Taxable ValueLand$16,400Additions$209,100Total$225,500
Tax Record2025$4,073 ($339 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,450 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,450 SqFtStories1Lot Size14,810 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1900ZoningARCountyHAMPDENAPNCHES M:201.0 B:0000 P:0085.0

Schools near 12 Riverfront Street

This home is within Gateway School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Chester Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Gateway Regional Junior High School
Public6 to 8

Gateway Regional High School
Public9 to 12

Littleville Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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12 Riverfront Street is a single family home for sale in Chester, MA 01011. This property was listed for sale on May 5, 2025 by STONE HOUSE PROPERTIES, LLC, it's currently listed at $339,900. It has been on the market for a total of 170 days and was last sold on July 31, 2003. This listing's school district is Gateway School District. Nearby schools include Chester Elementary School, Gateway Regional Junior High School and Gateway Regional High School. 12 Riverfront Street is a 2-bed, 1-bath, 1,450 sqft single family home built in 1900.

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Listing Courtesy of STONE HOUSE PROPERTIES, LLC, Stephen Daoust

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