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Listing broker remarks

Motivated seller! Conveniently located 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with a great mix of updates and character and a tranquil outdoor space at the rear. Situated on a side street with easy access to Rte 91, this hillside property with a large and inviting front porch has freshly refinished hardwood floors on the first floor. Living room with plenty of light and arched doorway to dining room with access to rear deck & patio and yard with terraced gardens and water features. Kitchen with large passthrough to dining room that also serves as a breakfast bar, large pantry and 3/4 bath. The second floor features a beautifully renovated spa-style bathroom with marbled tile floors, glass shower and tub and built in cabinets. Three bedrooms with hardwood floors complete the upstairs. Full basement with interior access off the kitchen, side door driveway access and laundry. Driveway has been freshly seal-coated.— Canon Real Estate, Inc.

Key details

  • 1,378 sq ft
  • 5,401 lot sq ft
  • 3 beds
  • 2 baths
  • 1920 built
  • $217 / sq ft
  • $4,176 2026 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠6⁠5⁠3⁠3⁠8⁠
Last updated
Address
51 Francis Ave
Town
Holyoke, MA
ZIP
01040
Deed (Bk/Pg)
22215 / 247

Historic designations

MACRIS Inventory
Oakdale

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Neighborhood: Holyoke

National Historic Landmark

Federally designated as nationally significant — the highest U.S. historic recognition. Section 106 review applies to federal undertakings affecting the property.

National Register

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Owners may qualify for the 20% federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit on certified rehabilitation work.

State Register

Listed on the Massachusetts State Register of Historic Places.

Local Historic District

Inside a Local Historic District. Exterior changes visible from a public way require approval from the local historic district commission.

Local Landmark

Individually designated by the town as a local landmark. Exterior alterations require commission approval.

MACRIS Inventory

Documented in MACRIS, the state historic inventory. Informational only — no regulatory constraints.

Article 85 (Boston)

Subject to Boston Article 85 demolition-delay review, which can pause demolition of buildings 50+ years old for up to 90 days.

Ch. 91 Waterways License

An active MassDEP permit for a dock, pier, seawall, or other structure on or over a Massachusetts waterway. Many older licenses are not digitized; this record is provided for reference only.

Massachusetts Great Pond

A Great Pond under M.G.L. Ch. 91 — the Commonwealth retains public rights to fish and navigate these state-designated waters. Private docks and other waterfront structures require a Waterways License from MassDEP.

Likely Great Pond

The MLS listing describes this property as being on a Great Pond, which would be a state-designated water body under M.G.L. Ch. 91. GIS data did not independently confirm the pond name — verification needed.