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78 Forbes Ave

Northampton, MA 01060

$524,900 $2,212/Mo

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Overview

Bed

Bath

1,162

Sqft

0.14

Acre(Lot)

Description

Welcome to 78 Forbes Avenue; a truly special home in a coveted neighborhood-ideally located near Smith College, vibrant downtown Northampton, Florence Center & approx. 10 min. to Easthampton. Enjoy easy access to Childs Park, the scenic Mill River Greenway Trail & I-91-all just minutes away. After many years of thoughtful care, the time has come for a new owner to take over. This 3-bedroom mid-century ranch offers timeless charm, effortless flow & exceptional potential. A gracious living room anchors the home, complemented by nicely sized bedrooms & a full bath showcasing beautifully preserved original tile. The dining room connects seamlessly to the kitchen & extends into a sun-filled 3 season room overlooking a lovely, manageable yard - an inviting setting for both quiet mornings and re laxed gatherings. Thoughtful updates include a newer roof (2018), new doors & windows (2019). A two-car garage and full basement further enhance this property's appeal. Open 5/14 4:30-6 and 5/16 11-1.

Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $524,900

AD Id : 78442356

MLS Id : 73516577

Beds : 3

Lot Size : 0.14 Acre

Living Area Size : 1,162

Year Built : 1952

Garage : 2

County : Hampshire

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Bathroom Information

Total Baths: 1 Full Baths: 1

Kitchen Information

Dining Room Remarks: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Vinyl, Open Floorplan Kitchen Room Remarks: Flooring - Vinyl, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Lighting - Overhead

Room Information

Total Bedroom: 3 Window Feature: Insulated Windows, Screens
Flooring Information

Vinyl, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Roofing Information

Shingle
Interior Features

Closet, Lighting - Overhead, Sun Room, Entry Hall, Other Roof: Shingle Appliances: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement
Heating & Cooling

Heating: Baseboard, Oil Cooling: None WaterSource: Public

Building Information

Year Built: 1952 Construction Materials: Frame Basement: Full, Interior Entry, Sump Pump, Unfinished
Exterior Features

Porch - Enclosed, Rain Gutters, Screens

Foundation Details: Block

Porch: Porch - Enclosed

Lot Information

Lot Description: Level Lot Size Area: 0.14 Lot Size Units: Acres Lot Square Feet: 5,985 Lot Acres: 0.14 Main Square Feet: 0.14

Property Information

Property Type: Residential Sub Type: Single Family ResidenceStyle: Ranch SQ ft (Living Area): 1,162

Listing Price Information

Original Listing Price: $524900

Tax Information

Parcel Number: M:031A B:0135 L:0001,3719702 Annual Tax: $6889

Parking Information

# of Garage Spaces: 2 Has Garage: Yes Parking Total: 6 Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Elementary School: Jackson Street

Junior High School: John F. Kennedy Middle School

Senior High School: Northampton High School
Utility Information

for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Location Information

Direction: Elm Street to Forbes Avenue

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35 Rust Avenue, Northampton, MA, 01060	$619,900	4	2	1,960	1,960 SqFt

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ByOwner last updated this listing 06/11/2026 @ 08:00

MLS: 73516577 LISTED BY: Kathryn Daly, River Flows Realty LLC 917-520-2593 SOURCE: MLS Property Information Network