Pending

$1,200,000

12 Alford Center Rd, Alford, MA 01266

4beds

2,640sqft

Est.:

Single Family Residence

Built in 1840

1.6 Acres Lot

$1,175,900 Zestimate^®

$455/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

First-floor primary suiteGenerous room sizesThoughtful updates

Step into history and modern comfort at this beautifully preserved 1844 colonial on 1.6 private acres in Alford. This 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home offers the rare luxury of a first-floor primary suite, ideal for one-level living without sacrificing charm or space. Original character blends seamlessly with today's lifestyle: enjoy morning coffee on the screened porch overlooking your expansive grounds, then retreat to the versatile outbuilding—perfect as an artist studio, workshop, or potting shed. With generous room sizes, thoughtful updates, and that unbeatable combination of low taxes and Berkshires beauty, this is country living at its finest. Minutes to hiking, culture, and Great Barrington dining. A rare find in a coveted location.

30 days

1,685

97

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 4
Full bathrooms: 3
1/2 bathrooms: 1

Heating

Oil, Boiler, Hot Water, Fireplace(s), Radiant

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Wtr Treatment-Own

Features

Flooring: Wood
Basement: Sump Pump,Concrete,Bulk head
Has fireplace: Yes

Interior area

Total structure area: 2,640
Total interior livable area: 2,640 sqft

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 1
Parking features: Garaged & Off-Street
Attached garage spaces: 1
Details: Garaged & Off-Street

Accessibility

Accessibility features: 1st Flr Bdrm w/Bath, 1st Flr Half Bath

Features

Patio & porch: Porch, Patio
Exterior features: Landscaped
Has view: Yes
View description: Seasonal, Scenic

Lot

Size: 1.6 Acres

Details

Additional structures: Outbuilding
Parcel number: ALFO M:4030 B:0000 L:00770
Zoning description: Residential
Other equipment: Backup Generator

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Colonial
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Roof: Asphalt Shingles,Metal

Condition

Year built: 1840

Utilities & green energy

Electric: 200 Amp
Sewer: Private Sewer
Water: Private
Utilities for property: Cable Available

Green energy

Energy generation: Solar Panels Owned

Community & HOA

Community

Security: Alarm System

Location

Region: Alford

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $455/sqft
Tax assessed value: $1,215,400
Annual tax amount: $6,016
Date on market: 2/16/2026

Estimated market value

$1,175,900

$1.12M - $1.23M

$3,988/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
3/5/2026	Pending sale	$1,200,000$455/sqft
Source: BCMLS #248729 Report a problem
2/16/2026	Listed for sale	$1,200,000$455/sqft
Source: BCMLS #248729 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$6,016 +5.3%	$1,215,400 +5.3%
2024	$5,714 +10.9%	$1,154,400 +12.1%
2023	$5,151 +1.2%	$1,030,100 +6.2%
2022	$5,092 +5.8%	$969,900 +11.8%
2021	$4,815 +32.3%	$867,600 +31.1%
2020	$3,639 +17.3%	$661,600 +8.2%
2019	$3,101 -1.4%	$611,700
2018	$3,144 +0.8%	$611,700
2017	$3,120 +9.6%	$611,700 -1.2%
2016	$2,847 +6.9%	$619,000
2015	$2,662	$619,000
2014	$2,662 -1.4%	$619,000 -0.3%
2013	$2,700 +2.9%	$620,700 +4%
2012	$2,625 +2.3%	$596,700
2011	$2,566 -3.3%	$596,700 +1.2%
2010	$2,653 +9.8%	$589,600
2008	$2,417 -0.7%	$589,600 +21.2%
2007	$2,433 +1%	$486,500
2006	$2,408	$486,500
2005	$2,408 +4.5%	$486,500 +40.4%
2004	$2,305 +0.7%	$346,600 +0.8%
2003	$2,288 +5.8%	$344,000 +23.1%
2001	$2,163	$279,500