About this home

Currently a single family, but could be easily converted back to a 2 family. The Thomas Smith Hayden house, was built in 1850 for the son of Lt. Gov. Joel Hayden, whose family became the namesake of Haydenville, MA. An Italianate marvel, designed by William Fenno Pratt, The same architect known for The Henry F Hills House, The Emily Dickinson house and the Amherst Women's club and many other historic buildings. Just 14 minutes from Smith College and the vibrant city of Northampton. Journey back in time and experience the charm and grace of this stunning Italianate Victorian, featuring the beautiful craftsmanship of its time. Beautiful wide pine floors, hand carved woodwork, 6 Marble fireplaces, numerous bay windows, and a gracious front hall with stunning banister. The original light fixtures were made at the Haydenville Brassworks, there are 3 full bathrooms with clawfoot tubs, tin ceilings, a gorgeous screened-in porch overlooking the stunning gardens, and a carriage house with garden shed. This is a gem of a property that has been lovingly cared for inside and out. The gardens are magical with surprises at every turn. The house has been thoughtfully updated while preserving its original beauty. Major improvements include a newly painted exterior, brand new rubber roof, state of the art Viessmann heating system with energy efficient European radiators, new hot water heaters, updated electrical, and 1st floor laundry. This spacious home was once a 2-family and could be again given its many lovely vignettes with bedrooms on both floors. Great for multi-generational living and those who appreciate the esthetics and artistry of the Victorian era. This is a rare opportunity to own a piece of local history that is in pristine condition and close to the village center.

Facts and features

Schools

• Anne T. Dunphy School

  elementary · K-6 · 1.9 mi

  10

• Hill Institute Kindergarten

  elementary · K · 3.3 mi

• Smith Vocational And Agricultural High School

  high · 9-12 · 3.8 mi

  3

• Hallmark Developmental School

  elementary · 3.7 mi

• Lander Grinspoon Academy - Solomon Schechter

  elementary · K-6 · 4.3 mi

Price history

• Oct 28, 2026 · Listed$737,000
• Sep 18, 2026 · Price Changed$737,000
• Aug 24, 2026 · Listed$757,900

Tax history

• 2026$10,245 tax · $639,900 assessed
• 2025$9,407 tax · $495,900 assessed
• 2024$8,742 tax · $483,000 assessed
• 2023$8,681 tax · $442,000 assessed
• 2022$8,594 tax · $442,100 assessed
• 2021$8,491 tax · $404,900 assessed
• 2019$7,574 tax · $382,500 assessed
• 2018$7,719 tax · $382,500 assessed

Home value

$725,000

• Cotality$725,000
• Quantarium$722,260
• Collateral Analytics$750,000

Where it is