Imagine slow mornings surrounded by nature, cozy evenings beside a dramatic stone fireplace, and 15+ acres of Berkshires countryside to call your own. This distinctive Sheffield post-and-beam home offers soaring timber beams, wood floors crafted from a tree harvested on the property, and a substantial 3 bay barn/workshop complete with two additional lean-tos perfect for ATVs, tractors, or a prized vehicle collection.The kitchen and baths invite your personal vision, offering over time, the opportunity to blend modern comforts with its inherent timeless character. Discover a private country retreat with room to dream, create, and make it yours at 525 Rote Hill. Tucked away on one of the region's most coveted rural corridors, this property offers an unparalleled gateway to Berkshire living. Positioned perfectly in the scenic southwestern hills of Sheffield, you are just 15 minutes from the vibrant cultural pulse, boutique shopping, and celebrated dining of downtown Great Barrington and Salisbury & Lakeville, CT picturesque Connecticut towns offering upscale dining, Twin Lakes, and access to deep wilderness hiking.
For sale
$1,295,000
525 Rote Hill Rd, Sheffield, MA 01257
3beds
3,017sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1992
15.22 Acres Lot
$1,228,900 Zestimate®
$429/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Dramatic stone fireplaceSoaring timber beams
- 18 days
- 614
- 38
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Leslie Claus Van Hise 970-556-9303,
BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES BARNBROOK REALTY
Source: BCMLS,MLS#: 251034
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Propane, Wood, Boiler, Hot Water, Fireplace(s), Radiant
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Gas Oven, Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Cedar Closet(s), Sun Room, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood
- Basement: Walk-Out Access,Finished
- Has fireplace: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,017
- Total interior livable area: 3,017 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garaged & Off-Street
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Details: Garaged & Off-Street
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Bedroom, Accessible Full Bath
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Exterior features: Privacy, Mature Landscaping
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Seasonal, Scenic, Pasture, Hill/Mountain, Distant
Lot
- Size: 15.22 Acres
- Dimensions: 177x475x807x741x1283
- Features: Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Barn/Stable, Outbuilding
- Parcel number: SHEF M:021 B:0001 Lot:0004.5
- Zoning description: Residential, Agricultural
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Timber Frame,Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Asphalt Shingles
Condition
- Year built: 1992
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200 Amp
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Sheffield
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $429/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $575,500
- Annual tax amount: $6,969
- Date on market: 10/2/2026
Estimated market value
$1,228,900
$1.17M - $1.29M
$3,923/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,295,000$429/sqft |
Source:  BCMLS #251034 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,969 +3% | $575,500 0% |
| 2024 | $6,764 +2% | $575,700 0% |
| 2023 | $6,633 +7.8% | $575,800 +16.4% |
| 2022 | $6,153 +0.9% | $494,600 +12.5% |
| 2021 | $6,100 +3.9% | $439,500 +4.8% |
| 2020 | $5,872 -2.4% | $419,400 +8.1% |
| 2019 | $6,016 +5.2% | $388,100 +0% |
| 2018 | $5,719 +0.5% | $388,000 +0.1% |
| 2017 | $5,693 -1.3% | $387,800 -3.6% |
| 2016 | $5,769 -1% | $402,300 |
| 2015 | $5,829 +5.5% | $402,300 +0% |
| 2014 | $5,526 +3.8% | $402,200 +0.8% |
| 2013 | $5,324 +0.4% | $399,100 -3.3% |
| 2012 | $5,302 +2.7% | $412,900 0% |
| 2011 | $5,164 +2.2% | $413,100 -0.1% |
| 2010 | $5,052 +20.7% | $413,400 +19.8% |
| 2009 | $4,184 +6.6% | $345,200 +3.3% |
| 2008 | $3,925 +2.4% | $334,300 |
| 2007 | $3,834 -1.9% | $334,300 -2.5% |
| 2006 | $3,909 -5.9% | $342,900 +5.2% |
| 2005 | $4,155 +5.5% | $326,100 |
| 2004 | $3,939 +4.4% | $326,100 +16.3% |
| 2003 | $3,774 +11.7% | $280,400 +17.9% |
| 2001 | $3,378 | $237,900 |
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Neighborhood: 01257
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Undermountain
- Middle: Mount Everett
- High: Mount Everett
Source: BCMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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