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This incredibly charming 1404 sf, 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath bungalow, nestled on a gently sloping hill and overlooking Arcadia Lake in Belchertown is ready for it's new owners. The current owners have made many updates to the home in the years they have lived there, including the fully renovated ~200 sf separate office/studio building with heating and cooling. The house sits directly across the street from beautiful Arcadia Lake, which does not allow motorized boats, but does allow year round fishing and summer swimming and boating, The town beach is short 0.6 miles walk or drive from the house - while views of the lake can be enjoyed year round from the many windows and deck on the first floor. The main living level includes a cozy living room with a bay window and insert wood stove. Adjacent to the living room a spacious dining room and kitchen, with a large walk out deck - overlooking to the beautiful 0.58 acre yard with shade gardens, stone paths and views of Arcadia Lake. A renovated full bathroom and guest room/office rounds out the first floor. The second floor has two bedrooms, a newer half bath and ample closets. Utlities, including washer/dryer, new boiler, hot water heat and well pump are accessed from the first floor in the small basement. There are two additional sheds on the property for yard equipment, bicycles, etc. Outdoor enthustiasts will be captivated by the nearby Norwottock Bike Trail, the New England Hiking Trail and cross country skiing at nearby Mt Lincoln. Enjoy swimming in the summer and ice skating in the winter at Arcadia Lake. This house is a peaceful, beautiful lakeside oasis within 6.5 miles of Amherst center. It has to be seen in person to be fully appreciated! First showings at open house on Saturday, October 3 from 11-1 pm.
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Basic Information
- Bedrooms3
- Mls StatusNew
- Bathroom2
- Lot Features Wooded, Easements, Gentle Sloping
- Parcel Number M:0102 L:0015,3857722
Tax Information
- Tax Assessed Value $272,400
- Tax Year 2026
- Taxes$4,121
Parking
- Parking Spaces6
- Parking Features Off Street
Rooms
- Bathroom 1 First
- Bathroom 2 Second
- Bathrooms Total Decimal 1.5
- Bedroom 2 First
- Bedroom 3 Second
- Dining Room First
- Full Bath1
- Half Baths1
- Kitchen First
- Living Room First
- Master Bedroom Second
Basic Information
- List Price$375,000
- MLS Number73585083
- Modification Date10/02/2026
- Property SubTypeSingle Family Residence
Location
- Address557 Federal Street
- Building Number557
- CountyHampshire
- StateMA
- StreetFederal Street
- TownBelchertown
- Zip01007
Building
- BasementPartial, Walk-Out Access, Concrete, Unfinished
- Building Area Units Square Feet
- Construction Materials Frame
- Door Features Insulated Doors, Storm Door(s)
- FireplaceYes
- Fireplaces Total 1
- FoundationConcrete Perimeter
- Patio And Porch Features Deck - Wood, Covered
- Property StyleBungalow
- Rooms5
- Utilities For Gas Range, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
- Window Features Insulated Windows, Screens
- Year Built1930
- Year Built Details Unknown/Mixed
- Year Built Source Public Records
Property
- Acreage0.58
Interior
- Flooring Wood, Tile, Vinyl, Laminate
- Interior Features Home Office-Separate Entry
Exterior
- Exterior Features
- Covered Patio/Deck
- Deck - Wood
- Professional Landscaping
- Rain Gutters
- Screens
- Storage
- RoofMetal
Utilities
- Cooling Ductless
- Cooling YN Yes
- Electric 200+ Amp Service
- Heat SystemYes
- Heating
- Baseboard
- Ductless
- Electric Baseboard
- Propane
- Wood
- Wood Stove
- Sewer Public Sewer
- Water Source Private, Other
Property Information
- Square Feet1,404
- Building Area Source Public Records
- Living Area 1,404
- Lot Size Square Feet 25,308
- Lot Size Units Acres
- Property Condition Updated/Remodeled
- View YN Yes
Amenities
- AmenitiesShopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Marina
- Appliances IncludedWater Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Water Body
- Miles to Beach0.5
- Waterfront Features Lake/Pond, Walk to,3/10 to 1/2 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public, Association)
Legal
- ZoningSF
Other
- Date Listed10/01/2026
- Farm Land Area Units Square Feet
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Listed by Julie Starr of 5 College REALTORS® Northampton
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