$350,000

43 Francis Ave Pittsfield, MA 01201

$4,156
Closing credit¹
15 beds
4 full
8,943 sqft
0.8 acres
$39 / sqft
House

Property details

About 43 Francis Ave

West Side Grand Colonial with Breathtaking Views - A Rare Opportunity in Pittsfield! Perched on top of a hill overlooking the city of Pittsfield, this stunning Grand Colonial offers miles of breathtaking views of the Appalachian Mountains and Bousquet Ski Resort. Formerly the headquarters of a nonprofit organization, this remarkable property is now available for sale for the first time in 22 years. Conveniently located on a quiet street within short distance to North St, it's minutes away from restaurants, shopping and offers easy access to the bus station. The property also includes plenty of on-site paved parking and has an expansive yard. The property is zoned RM (Residential Multi), allowing for a variety of potential uses, including a multi-family residence, office conversion, or a grand single-family estate. The first floor features one kitchen, three bathrooms, and eight spacious rooms, offering a versatile layout suitable for many possibilities. The second floor boasts two kitchens, one bathroom, and eleven rooms, providing additional living or workspaces. The third floor is unfinished, with some remaining wall framing, making it a blank canvas ready for customization to suit your vision. The home also features a full basement with both interior and exterior access, providing ample storage and flexibility. A mechanical room with a high-efficiency Buderus heating system ensures reliable comfort and energy efficiency throughout the seasons. See Floor Plans in Documents. This is a great opportunity to own a large Pittsfield property with lots of potential. Whether you envision a multi-unit residence, a unique business space, or a stately private home, this special property is ready to be transformed to meet your needs.

Highlights

Home typeOther
HeatingNatural Gas, Hot Water
StatusActive
Size8,943 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.79 Acres
Year built1867
ParkingOff Street
MLS #245556
ViewScenic

Summary

  • MLS Number: 245556
  • MLS Name: BerkshireCounty
  • Office Name: WILLIAM PITT SOTHEBYS - GT BARRINGTON
  • Office Phone: (413) 528-4192
  • Office Email: smcnair@williampitt.com
  • Listing Agent: Christian G Deckert

Information from the Berkshire County Board of Realtors, Inc. or it's Multiple Listing Service. Site contains live data. Information herein believed to be accurate, but not warranted. All right, title and interest in the exclusively listed property information represented on this website was created, maintained and copyrighted by the Berkshire County Board of Realtors® and in copyrights therein, hall at all times remain vested in the Berkshire County Board of Realtors®. As a Participant of the Berkshire County Multiple Listing Service, this company was granted a lease to use this information in accordance with all rules and regulations of the Service. This information is being provided for Consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties Consumers may be interested in purchasing.
Data displayed may be a portion of, and not a complete set of all listings published in the MLS.
Last updated on: 2/22/2025, 8:15:59 AM Eastern. If you have any questions regarding the accuracy of this data, please contact us at help@rockethomes.com.

Get an agent. Get a mortgage. Save big.¹

view of front of property

$350,000

43 Francis Ave

$4,156

closing credit¹

Sell your home with Rocket and save even more!

Seller rebate

0.5% sale price²

Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Nov 19, 2002
Home Sold
$140,000
Jun 26, 2002
Home Sold
$48,000
Jun 26, 2002
Home Sold
$40,000
Sep 14, 2000
Home Sold
$22,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$266,500$-
2023$266,500$-
2022$262,200$-
2021$262,200$-
2020$262,200$-
2019$274,000$-

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

2

Silvio O Conte Community

Public District PK-5

0.6 mi

200 W Union St

2

Crosby

Public District PK-5

0.7 mi

517 West St

2

Morningside Community School

Public District PK-5

0.8 mi

100 Burbank St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $35,882. The most common annual income of people living in Pittsfield, MA is less than $<35k. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. The majority of residents in this area have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

49%
<35k
47%
35k-100k
5%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

49%
Single, No Kids
26%
Single, with Kids
12%
Married, No Kids
13%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

22%
<11 yrs old
10%
12-17 yrs old
27%
18-34 yrs old
35%
35-64 yrs old
6%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • UFCUFC
  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • NHRA Drag RacingNHRA Drag Racing

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Family DollarFamily Dollar
  • BurlingtonBurlington
  • Big LotsBig Lots

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Burger KingBurger King
  • PopeyesPopeyes
  • Golden CorralGolden Corral

What do the neighbors drive?

  • BuickBuick
  • DodgeDodge
  • KiaKia

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Urban ContemporaryUrban Contemporary
  • Adult StandardsAdult Standards
  • RockRock
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

Frequently asked questions

About 43 Francis Ave

This home is located at 43 Francis Ave in Pittsfield, MA and zip code 01201. This 8,943 square foot home, which was built in 1867, sits on a 0.79 acre lot. Features: 15 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since February 15, 2025 and is currently priced at $350,000.

While more than 12 listings in Pittsfield, MA in January 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 10 listings sold at asking price, and more than 18 were sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Pittsfield, MA between December and January 2025 decreased by 1.3%. While the average time on the market in January 2025 was 86 days, the median list price was $289,857.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

More resources