85 Days on market
296 Main Street Plainfield — Photo 1 of 42
Recent Drop: $4,000
$533,000$529,000
$529,000
296 Main Street, Plainfield, MA 01070
Plainfield, MA 01070
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
SqFt
3,464
Style
Single Family
Built
1831
Elegant historic home has many antique features, 5 fireplaces, bullet glass above front door and much of the original paneling It is set on 3 acres of level pasture w/fruit trees, berry bushes, aspargus & perennial beds. Property is a sanctuary of peace & privacy. There are 13 rooms – close to 3500 sq ft - 4 bedrooms (2 w/fireplaces), 2.5 baths, formal LR and DR + Breezy Family Room opens to Goshen Stone patios. Modern addition includes a formal entryway, 1/2 bath, walk-in closet, 1st flr laundry room, 2 car garage (26x26) & Master Suite w/beautiful windows + Master bath w/deep jetted tub & separate shower. Spacious living room has a woodstove and beautiful doors that open to the patio. Fiber Internet is available for all of your home office needs! Electric Dog fence. For the nature lover, there are miles of trails in the nearby Hawley State Forest, & Plainfield Pond.
Market Value Analysis
Not enough listings in Plainfield for a city-only view.
This Property$153/sqft
Nearby Avg (5 mi)$203/sqft
25% BelowMarket Average
* Analysis is based on 2 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties within ~5 miles of this property.
Property Details
Financials
Original Price$533,000
Annual Taxes$8,667
Parking
Garage2
Off-Street6
Interior Specifications
Total Rooms13
Fireplaces5
FlooringWood, Stone / Slate, Flooring - Wood
BasementNone
Climate & Utilities
HeatingForced Air, Electric Baseboard, Propane, Wood Stove, Fireplace(s)
CoolingNone
WaterPrivate
SewerPrivate Sewer
Building & Exterior
ConstructionFrame, Post & Beam
RoofShingle
FoundationStone
ZoningRes
Property & Lot
Acres3
SqFt Lot130,680
Lot FeaturesCleared, Level
Amenities & Appliances
Water Heater • Range • Dishwasher • Refrigerator • Washer • Dryer
Neighborhood
Walk/Jog Trails • Stable(s) • Conservation Area
Geography
Floorplan Breakdown
Structural Layout
Second
Master BedroomBedroom 2Bedroom 3Bedroom 4Bathroom 2Bathroom 3
First
Living RoomDining RoomKitchenFamily RoomBathroom 1
Living Room
Lvl First16 x 29
Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove, Flooring - Wood, Exterior Access
Dining Room
Lvl First15 x 17
Flooring - Wood, Exterior Access
Kitchen
Lvl First8 x 12
Flooring - Hardwood
Family Room
Lvl First15 x 19
Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove, Exterior Access, Slider
Master Bedroom
Lvl Second14 x 16
Bathroom - Half, Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom 2
Lvl SecondBedroom 3
Lvl Second10 x 15
Flooring - Wood
Bedroom 4
Lvl Second9 x 8
Flooring - Wood
Bathroom 1
Lvl FirstBathroom - Half
Bathroom 2
Lvl Second8 x 14
Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Hardwood, Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub
Bathroom 3
Lvl Second5 x 10
Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Flooring - Vinyl
Property History
Price Drop
$529,000
Was $533,000
Jul 28, 2026
MLS® 73525821
Listed
$533,000
May 28, 2026
MLS® 73525821
Expired
$539,000
Apr 30, 2026
MLS® 73467135
Listed
$539,000
Jan 9, 2026
MLS® 73467135
Terminated
$549,000
Jul 17, 2025
MLS® 73360491
Listed
$549,000
Apr 16, 2025
MLS® 73360491
Population
575
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)
Median Household Income
$61K
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)
Renter-Occupied Homes
2.2%
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)
New Construction Permits — Hampshire County
384 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (+45% vs the prior 12 months) — 272 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 3,464 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 130,680 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.
Listing Provided By
Listing Agent: Carla Ness
Listing Office: Delap Real Estate LLC
MLS® Number: 73525821
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