$950,000
5 bd · 3.5 ba · 4,555 sqft · 5.67 acre lot
237 Birnam Rd, Northfield, MA 01360
Single family · Built 1903 · $209/sqft ·
$5,626/mo est. payment
- Garage
- 2 cars
About this home
Distinguished brick country estate built for William R. Moody, eldest son and successor of Dwight L. Moody, founder of the Northfield Seminary School. Thoughtfully updated while preserving its original character. Three-and-a-half levels of living space featuring exquisite architectural details, period craftsmanship, timeless millwork, custom cabinetry, exceptional built-ins, and three working fireplaces. A gracious foyer with original staircases introduces living spaces rich in character and craftsmanship. The kitchen is complemented by a walk-in pantry and butler's pantry, while south-facing windows and a sun-filled conservatory overlook gardens, fruit trees, pool, and gazebo. Set on 5.67 acres with paddocks, a four-stall stable, and a carriage-style barn with one stall, tack room, run-in shed, and two-car garage, the property borders state land with miles of trails. Minutes to Northfield Center and the New Hampshire border. A rare opportunity to own a piece of Northfield's history.
Facts and features
Other Rooms
- Total Rooms: 16
- Basement Features: Full, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Concrete
- Family Room Dimensions: 17.5' x 13.416666666'
- Living Room Dimensions: 14.333333333' x 28.166666666'
- Family Room Sqft: 235
- Living Room Sqft: 404
- Office/Study Room Sqft: 115
- Family Room Level: First
Appliances
- Water heater
- Range
- Dishwasher
- Refrigerator
- Washer
- Dryer
- Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Primary Bedroom Dimensions: 13.5' x 16.5'
- Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 13.5' x 11.333333333'
- Bedroom 3 Dimensions: 14.166666666' x 8.166666666'
- Bedroom 4 Dimensions: 17.5' x 12.833333333'
- Bedroom 5 Dimensions: 14.333333333' x 18.333333333'
- Primary Bedroom Sqft: 223
- Bedroom 2 Sqft: 153
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3.5
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 Bathrooms: 1
- Bathroom 1 Dimensions: 6.75' x 8.166666666'
- Bathroom 2 Dimensions: 6.666666666' x 7.833333333'
- Bathroom 3 Dimensions: 9.25' x 6.166666666'
- Bathroom 1 Sqft: 55
- Bathroom 2 Sqft: 52
Interior Features
- Closet/cabinets - custom built
- Chair rail
- Crown molding
- Lighting - overhead
- Bathroom - half
- Lighting - sconce
- Study
- Foyer
Heating and Cooling
- Fireplace Features: Living Room, Master Bedroom
- Heating Features: Baseboard, Oil, Wood Stove
- Heating: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 3
Kitchen and Dining
- Dining Room Dimensions: 18.333333333' x 14.666666666'
- Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Chair Rail, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding
- Dining Room Level: First
- Dining Room Sqft: 269
- Kitchen Dimensions: 15' x 22.416666666'
- Kitchen Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Dining Area,Pantry,Cabinets - Upgraded,Exterior Access,Lighting - Overhead
- Kitchen Level: First
- Kitchen Sqft: 336
Exterior and Lot Features
- Patio
- Pool - inground
- Cabana
- Rain gutters
- Barn/stable
- Paddock
- Greenhouse
- Screens
Schools
- 4
Pioneer Valley Regional School
middle · 7-12 · 2.8 mi
- 6
Northfield Elementary School
elementary · K-6 · 1.0 mi
Northfield Mount Hermon School
high · 9-12 · 3.5 mi
Linden Hill School
middle · 6-9 · 4.0 mi
Full Circle School
elementary · K-6 · 4.9 mi
- 5
Bernardston Elementary School
elementary · K-6 · 6.8 mi
Price history
- Sep 30, 2026 · Price Changed$950,000
- Jul 20, 2026 · Listed$985,000
- Aug 29, 2013 · Sold$422,000
- Jan 11, 2013 · Price Changed$435,750
- Dec 18, 2012 · Relisted$499,000
- Dec 15, 2012 · Listing Removed$499,000
- Nov 15, 2012 · Price Changed$499,000
- Sep 10, 2012 · Price Changed$525,000
Tax history
- 2025$9,568 tax · $691,300 assessed
- 2024$9,162 tax · $674,700 assessed
- 2023$8,224 tax · $605,600 assessed
- 2022$7,310 tax · $527,800 assessed
- 2021$7,925 tax · $491,600 assessed
- 2020$8,044 tax · $484,300 assessed
- 2019$8,027 tax · $461,300 assessed
- 2018$8,046 tax · $450,500 assessed
Home value
$925,237
- Quantarium$925,237
- Cotality$888,900
- Collateral Analytics$975,000
Where it is
Listed by Corinne Fitzgerald · FITZGERALD Real Estate · MLSPIN