253 Gillette Ave
Springfield, MA 01118
East Forest Park- 3 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 1,775 sqft
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,775 sqft
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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 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!
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from January 02, 2026
Home Highlights
Parking
1 Car Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
112 days ago
Home Details for 253 Gillette Ave
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Interior Details Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Interior Entry,Garage Access,ConcreteNumber of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 1775 Square Feet |
Appliances & Utilities Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker ConnectionAppliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Plumbed For Ice MakerDishwasherDryerLaundry: Electric Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup,Lighting - Overhead,SinkMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Central,Hot Water,Steam,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Window Unit(s)Has HeatingHeating Fuel: Central |
Fireplace & Spa Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Living RoomHas a FireplaceNo Spa |
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Window: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s)Door: Storm Door(s)Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Hardwood |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Floors: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Hardwood |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: ShingleFencing: Fenced/EnclosedFoundation: Block |
Parking & Garage Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Open Parking Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 3Parking: Attached,Off Street |
Frontage Road Frontage: PublicResponsible for Road Maintenance: Public Maintained RoadRoad Surface Type: PavedNot on Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Public Sewer |
Finished Area Finished Area (above surface): 1775Finished Area (below surface): 350 |
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Year Built Year Built: 1938 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Colonial |
Building Construction Materials: FrameNot Attached PropertyDoes Not Include Home Warranty |
Property Information Parcel Number: S:05660 P:0095, 2586092 |
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Price List Price: $325,000 |
Status Change & Dates Off Market Date: Fri May 23 2025 |
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MLS Status: Sold |
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Direction & Address City: Springfield |
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Building Area Building Area: 1775 Square Feet |
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Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, University, SidewalksNot Senior Community |
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No HOA |
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Lot Area: 5998 sqft |
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Contingencies: Pending P&SListing Terms: Contract |
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BasementMls Number: 73375956Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1775 |
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Public TransportationShoppingTennis Court(s)ParkWalk/Jog TrailsGolfMedical FacilityLaundromatConservation AreaHighway AccessHouse of WorshipPrivate SchoolPublic SchoolUniversitySidewalks |
Last check for updates: about 6 hours ago
Listed by Peter Avdoulos, (413) 883-6235
BKaye Realty, (413) 693-2460
Bought with: Team Cuoco, (413) 333-7776, Cuoco & Co. Real Estate, (413) 333-7776
Source: MLS PIN, MLS#73375956
Price History for 253 Gillette Ave
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 06/20/2025 | $350,000 | Sold | MLS PIN #73375956 |
| 05/17/2025 | $325,000 | Contingent | MLS PIN #73375956 |
| 05/15/2025 | $325,000 | Listed For Sale | MLS PIN #73375956 |
| 07/20/2020 | $245,000 | Sold | N/A |
| 05/17/2020 | $250,000 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
| 03/25/2020 | $239,900 | ListingRemoved | Agent Provided |
| 03/11/2020 | $239,900 | Pending | Agent Provided |
| 02/25/2020 | $239,900 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
| 09/27/2019 | $101,000 | Sold | N/A |
| 04/24/2007 | $206,000 | Sold | N/A |
| 12/23/1994 | $103,000 | Sold | N/A |
| 08/28/1992 | $110,500 | Sold | N/A |
| 11/13/1987 | $131,000 | Sold | N/A |
Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2025 |
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| Tax | $5,005 |
| Assessment | $319,200 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 253 Gillette Ave
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.07 | Single-Family Home | $330,000 | 04/23/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,438 | |
0.12 | Single-Family Home | $300,000 | 01/16/26 | 3 | 1.5 | 1,800 | |
0.07 | Single-Family Home | $313,000 | 08/01/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,382 | |
0.10 | Single-Family Home | $350,000 | 08/29/25 | 4 | 2 | 1,889 | |
0.16 | Single-Family Home | $342,000 | 06/20/25 | 3 | 1.5 | 1,296 | |
0.16 | Single-Family Home | $368,000 | 04/17/26 | 4 | 1.5 | 1,836 | |
0.09 | Single-Family Home | $300,000 | 12/05/25 | 3 | 1.5 | 1,150 | |
0.21 | Single-Family Home | $310,000 | 12/15/25 | 3 | 1.5 | 1,445 |
Assigned Schools
These are the assigned schools for 253 Gillette Ave.
What Locals Say about East Forest Park
At least 83 Trulia users voted on each feature.
89 % Say it's dog friendly
88 % Say parking is easy
87 % Say yards are well-kept
86 % Say car is needed
78 % Say there's holiday spirit
75 % Say there are sidewalks
69 % Say kids play outside
65 % Say streets are well-lit
60 % Say it's quiet
59 % Say people would walk alone at night
58 % Say neighbors are friendly
58 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
57 % Say there's wildlife
53 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
43 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
30 % Say there are community events
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253 Gillette Ave, Springfield, MA 01118 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,775 sqft single-family home built in 1938. 253 Gillette Ave is located in East Forest Park, Springfield. This property is not currently available for sale. 253 Gillette Ave was last sold on Jun 20, 2025 for $350,000 (8% higher than the asking price of $325,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 253 Gillette Ave is $364,400.

