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$800,000

86 Bowdoin St, Springfield MA 01109
Springfield, MA 01109
Listed by Carol E. Smith
Bedrooms
11
Bathrooms
5
Living area
5,574 sqft
Year built
1911

About this home

Step into Springfield history with this exceptional architect-designed residence located in the National Register and Local Historic Districts in the highly desirable McKnight neighborhood. Beautifully preserved, this turn-of-the-century home, and remarkable architectural details throughout.Offering 17 spacious rooms, 11 bedrooms, 3 full baths, and 4 half baths, plus two former maid’s quarters, this distinctive property seamlessly blends historic elegance with modern updates. The inviting kitchen features newer cabinetry, new flooring, abundant storage, and multiple workspaces, making it ideal for everyday living and entertaining.Enjoy mornings on the expansive covered rear porch or cozy evenings by the fireplace. Thoughtful updates throughout enhance the home’s original character while providing today’s conveniences.This rare property offers exceptional space and flexibility for a variety of residential living arrangements. Buyers are encouraged to verify any intended use, including potential short-term rental or other occupancy options, with local zoning and permitting authorities.An extraordinary opportunity to own one of Springfield’s architectural treasures in one of its most admired historic neighborhoods.

Highlights

Private poolFireplace

Property details

MLS #
73560940
Property type
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
McKnight
Status
Active
Days on market
62
On market date
August 7, 2026
Stories
N/A
Total bathrooms
5
Garage spaces
1
Parking spaces
5
Lot size
0.59 acres
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card (e.g. NC Dept. of Public Instruction, SC Report Card).

Elementary
William N. DeBerry
0.58 mi away · Grades 0-5
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
5.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
236
Student:teacher ratio
8.7:1
District
Springfield
MiddleCharter
Libertas Academy Charter School
0.88 mi away · Grades 6-9
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
5.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
332
Student:teacher ratio
7.9:1
District
Libertas Academy Charter School (District)
HighCharter
Phoenix Academy Public Charter High School Springfield
0.17 mi away · Grades 9-12
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
2.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
175
Student:teacher ratio
19.4:1
District
Phoenix Academy Public Charter High School Springfield (Dist

Walkability

Blended score for Springfield's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).

82
Highly walkable
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
13.8 / 20 -- Above average walkable
Google Places amenity density
100 / 100
Restaurants & cafes20
Grocery stores20
Parks20
Schools20
Transit stops20
Pharmacies8

Market position

How this listing compares to current activity in Springfield, from live MLS data.

On the market 62 days -- 48 fewer days than Springfield's current average of 110 days.
For reference, the median list price across 723 active listings in Springfield right now is $305,000.

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$160,000 down
$640,000 loan
Principal & interest$4,151
Property tax (est.)$667
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by MLS Property Information Network via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated September 4, 2026.

Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed; all measurements, school assignments, HOA fees, taxes, and feature lists are approximate and should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.