Gundersheim Group Real Estate
Buy
Property SearchSearch all available MLS listingsSet AlertsGet notified about new listingsNeighborhood GuidesExplore local communities & data
Boston, MA
Somerville, MA
Newton, MA
Brookline, MA
Needham, MA
Wellesley, MA
View All Neighborhoods →
Featured PropertiesBrowse our exclusive local listings
78 Lafayette
9 M
554 East 4th St
View All Featured →
Sell
Home ValuationGet a free, instant estimateMy ListingsBrowse my active market properties
Insights
Resources
ResourcesHelpful guides and tools
About
Meet the AgentMy background and experienceClient StoriesRead reviews from past clients
Contact Me
Buy
Property Search
Set Alerts
Neighborhood Guides
Boston, MA
Back BayBeacon HillSeaport DistrictSouth EndSouth BostonCharlestownNorth EndFenway-KenmoreDowntownJamaica Plain
Somerville, MA
Newton, MA
Brookline, MA
Needham, MA
Wellesley, MA
View All Neighborhoods →
Featured Properties
78 Lafayette
9 M
554 East 4th St
View All Featured →
Sell
Home Valuation
My Listings
Insights
Resources
Resources
About
Meet the Agent
Client Stories
Contact Me

Melanie Gundersheim

Buy or sell in Boston, Newton, Needham, Brookline, Wellesley, and Somerville with clear guidance, local insight, and a calm, strategic process.

Explore

  • Home
  • About
  • Home Search
  • Set Alerts
  • My Active Listings
  • Featured Listings
  • Home Valuation
  • Insights
  • Testimonials
  • Resources
  • Contact
  • Privacy Policy

Contact

  • 10 Lincoln St, Newton, MA, 02461
  • (617) 997-8272
  • melanie@gundersheimgroup.com

Brokerage

Gundersheim Group Real Estate

© 2026 Melanie Gundersheim. All rights reserved.
Equal Housing Opportunity. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

  1. Home
  2. Listings
  3. 288 Saint James Ave, Springfield, MA 01109
Active
85 Days on market
288 Saint James Ave Springfield — Photo 1 of 41

288 Saint James Ave Springfield — Photo 1 of 41

$449,900

288 Saint James Ave, Springfield, MA 01109

Springfield, MA 01109

Beds

7

Baths

3.5

SqFt

3,238

Style

Single Family

Built

1901

Beautifully maintained historic home with three finished levels, completely updated top to bottom. A covered front porch leads into a grand foyer with soaring ceilings, refinished inlay hardwood floors, and stunning original woodwork. The main level offers a living room with fireplace, private office or library, formal dining room, and all-new kitchen with stainless appliances, granite counters, high-end cabinetry, and half bath. The second floor features four bedrooms and office — one with a fireplace and access to a private covered porch — two all-new full baths, double vanity, and stackable laundry. The third floor adds three more bedrooms, refinished hardwood floors, full bath, and bonus flex space. Major updates include new driveway, updated plumbing, rewired electrical, new boiler, new water heater, new fixtures throughout, and fresh paint from top to bottom. Detached two-car garage and private yard perfect for entertaining or play.

Market Value Analysis

This Property
Size (SqFt) →Price →
This Property$139/sqft
Local Avg (Springfield)$163/sqft
15% BelowMarket Average

* Analysis is based on 24 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Springfield, MA.

Property Details

Financials

Original Price$449,900
Annual Taxes$2,786

Parking

Garage2
Off-Street8

Interior Specifications

Total Rooms13
Fireplaces4
FlooringTile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
BasementFull, Interior Entry

Climate & Utilities

HeatingSteam, Natural Gas
CoolingWindow Unit(s)
WaterPublic
SewerPublic Sewer

Building & Exterior

ConstructionBrick
RoofShingle
FoundationBrick/Mortar
ZoningR1

Property & Lot

Acres0.19
SqFt Lot8,398
Lot FeaturesLevel

Amenities & Appliances

Gas Water Heater • Water Heater • Range • Dishwasher • Disposal • Refrigerator • Freezer

Neighborhood

Public Transportation • Shopping • Park • Golf • Medical Facility • Laundromat

Geography

Floorplan Breakdown

Structural Layout

Third
OfficeBedroom 5
Second
Master BedroomBedroom 2Bedroom 3Bedroom 4Bathroom 2Bathroom 3
First
Living RoomDining RoomKitchenFamily RoomBathroom 1
Living Room
Lvl First

Flooring - Hardwood, Remodeled, Crown Molding, Pocket Door

Dining Room
Lvl First

Flooring - Hardwood, Remodeled, Wainscoting, Crown Molding, Pocket Door, Tray Ceiling(s)

Kitchen
Lvl First

Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Kitchen Island, Cabinets - Upgraded, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Storage, Lighting - Sconce

Office
Lvl Third

Flooring - Hardwood

Family Room
Lvl First

Flooring - Hardwood, Pocket Door

Master Bedroom
Lvl Second

Closet, Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom 2
Lvl Second
Bedroom 3
Lvl Second

Closet, Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom 4
Lvl Second

Closet, Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom 5
Lvl Third

Closet, Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom 1
Lvl First

Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom 2
Lvl Second

Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Double Vanity, Dryer Hookup - Electric

Bathroom 3
Lvl Second

Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall

Population

31,124

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)

Median Household Income

$48K

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)

Renter-Occupied Homes

52.4%

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)

New Construction Permits — Hampden County

359 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (+20% vs the prior 12 months) — 74 in 5+ unit buildings

U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jun '26)

ADU Potential

Massachusetts allows one accessory dwelling unit by right in single-family zoning districts statewide (M.G.L. c. 40A §3; 760 CMR 71.00, effective Feb 2025). Estimated maximum ADU size for this property: 900 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 3,238 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 8,398 sq ft.

Based on listing data, which indicates the property type — not the zoning district. Local dimensional, septic (Title 5), and historic-district requirements still apply. Not legal advice — verify with the municipality.

Full Springfield, MA market report ZIP 01109 market data
Listing Provided By

Listing Agent: Kelsey & Ireland Team

Listing Office: Lock and Key Realty Inc.

MLS® Number: 73525095

Related Insights

View All
Massachusetts Home Buyer Aid After the Window Closed
Real Estate
Aug 15, 2026

Massachusetts Home Buyer Aid After the Window Closed

The Sale-to-List Tell: Massachusetts’ ZIP-by-ZIP Soft Top
Real Estate
May 30, 2026

The Sale-to-List Tell: Massachusetts’ ZIP-by-ZIP Soft Top

View All Insights

Browse More Homes in Springfield

Explore other active listings in the area.

  • 185 East St
    $279,900
    185 East St
    Springfield, MA
    2 bd2 ba1,296 sqft
  • 55 Gillette Cir
    $299,900
    55 Gillette Cir
Springfield, MA
2 bd1 ba1,022 sqft
  • 75 Knollwood St
    $234,900
    75 Knollwood St
    Springfield, MA
    3 bd2 ba920 sqft
  • 128 Newfield Rd
    $230,000
    128 Newfield Rd
    Springfield, MA
    2 bd2 ba885 sqft
  • 0 Allen St (Ss)
    $999,000
    0 Allen St (Ss)
    Springfield, MA
  • 109 Kingsley St
    $225,000
    109 Kingsley St
    Springfield, MA
    3 bd3 ba1,248 sqft