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*BUYER GOT COLD FEET*Step into a beautifully restored piece of history where timeless character meets modern convenience. This stunning renovated Victorian showcases eye-catching architecture, a welcoming wraparound porch, soaring ceilings, and an abundance of natural light throughout. Inside, you'll find a thoughtfully updated interior featuring a brand-new kitchen with butcher block countertops, stainless steel appliances, subway tile backsplash, and a spacious center island perfect for entertaining. Updated flooring, fresh paint, modern lighting, and renovated baths blend seamlessly with preserved historic details. Generous bedrooms offer flexibility for family, guests, or home office space, while the unique turret and architectural accents create one-of-a-kind charm rarely found today. Enjoy the convenience of move-in-ready living with major updates already completed. The yard provides space for outdoor enjoyment, gardening, or future possibilities.— Lock and Key Realty Inc.

Key details

  • 2,931 sq ft
  • 5,401 lot sq ft
  • 9 beds
  • 2 baths
  • 1896 built
  • $127 / sq ft
  • $2,567 2025 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠3⁠8⁠5⁠8⁠5⁠
Last updated
Address
205 St James Ave
Town
Springfield, MA
ZIP
01109
Deed (Bk/Pg)
25255 / 315

Historic designations

Local Historic District
McKnight Historic District
MACRIS Inventory
Faith Baptist Church · includes SPR.1209, SPR.1210

What this means for buyers →

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Neighborhood: Springfield

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.