253 Gillette Ave

1,775 Sq. Ft.
$197 / Sq. Ft.
1,775
Sq. Ft.
$197
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Charming three bedroom colonial conveniently located in a desirable East Forest Park neighborhood. Updates include kitchen, upstairs bathtub/shower, landscaping, and electric meter. Large living room opens to an awesome back porch overlooking a spacious and very functional back yard, perfect for yard games and cookouts! Patterned oak floors throughout both upstairs and downstairs. Laundry/utility room in the basement, as well as a large partially finished area with multiple possibilities, including...Charming three bedroom colonial conveniently located in a desirable East Forest Park neighborhood. Updates include kitchen, upstairs bathtub/shower, landscaping, and electric meter. Large living room opens to an awesome back porch overlooking a spacious and very functional back yard, perfect for yard games and cookouts! Patterned oak floors throughout both upstairs and downstairs. Laundry/utility room in the basement, as well as a large partially finished area with multiple possibilities, including an office or rec room. Plenty of storage space in the garage, basement built-ins and attic. Great opportunity for a first-time home buyer, or anyone interested in living in a great area. Act fast!
  1. Listed by Peter Avdoulos • BKaye Realty

Property Details for 253 Gillette Avenue

Town
Springfield
Area
MA-Springfield
Architectural Style
Colonial
Style
Colonial
Garage Spaces
1
Open Parking Spaces
3.00
Parking Spaces Total
3
LISTING UPDATED: 01/02/2026 04:14 PM

Property Details for 253 Gillette Avenue

StatusSold
MLS #73375956
Days on Market8
Taxes$5,005 / year
HOA Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1938
CountyHampden County

Location

Listing Courtesy of BKaye Realty, Peter Avdoulos

Sold By Cuoco & Co. Real Estate, Team Cuoco

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Building Information for 253 Gillette Avenue

Stories-Year Built1938Building Size-Lot Size0.14 AC / 5,998 SF

Payment Calculator

$2,180 per month

30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,762

Property Taxes

$417

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 253 Gillette Avenue

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf Course, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, University, Sidewalks
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 1775.0
  • Color: Tan
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Plumbed For Ice Maker
  • Basement Features: Full, Partially Finished, Interior Access, Garage Access, Concrete Floor
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 1
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • DoorFeatures: Storm Door(s)
  • FireplaceFeatures: Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Walk-up Attic, Internet Available - Unknown
  • Interior Features: Internet Available - Unknown, Window AC
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Lighting - Overhead, Sink
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s)
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed
  • Lot Description: Level
  • Roof Material: Shingle
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Attached, Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Attached, Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Off-Street
Utilities
  • Cooling: Window AC
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Hot Water, Steam, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Attic Access,Lighting - Overhead,Closet - Double
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Lighting - Overhead
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Lighting - Overhead
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
  • Bathroom1 Level: Main
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Lighting - Sconce,Lighting - Overhead
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Chair Rail,Exterior Access,Lighting - Overhead
  • Dining Room Level: Main
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Countertops - Upgraded,Cabinets - Upgraded,Exterior Access,Remodeled,Lighting - Overhead
  • Kitchen Level: Main
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Features: Bathroom - Half,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Cable Hookup,Exterior Access,Lighting - Sconce,Breezeway
  • Room Living Room Level: Main
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Disclosures: Seller related to agent
Tax Information
  • Listing Terms: Contract
  • Tax ID: S:05660 P:0095,2586092
  • Assessments: $319,200
  • Book: 23319
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: R1
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 3
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Block
  • Heat Zones: 1
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 253 Gillette Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 20, 2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73375956

$350,000—
May 16, 2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73375956

—
May 16, 2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73375956

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/20/2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73375956

$350,000
05/16/2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73375956

—
05/16/2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73375956

—

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Public Records for 253 Gillette Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$46,800Additions$272,400Total$319,200
Tax Record2025$5,005 ($417 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,775 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,775 SqFtStories2Lot Size5,998 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1938ZoningR1CountyHAMPDENAPNSPRI S:05660 P:0095Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 253 Gillette Avenue

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

Kiley Academy
Public6 to 8

Putnam Vocational Technical High School
Public9 to 12

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Listing Courtesy of BKaye Realty, Peter Avdoulos

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