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Porch goals! Stunning woodwork! Over 4,500 sqft! Has a carriage house! C. 1890 in Massachusetts! $600,000
1176 Worthington St, Springfield, MA 01109 Price: $600,000
If you are looking for a piece of history, this home is truly something special. Known as the William McKnight House, it sits right in the heart of the McKnight Historic District. Built back in 1890, it actually belonged to the person who developed the neighborhood itself. It’s located in a beautiful garden district, tucked between a park and the landscaped grounds of Dartmouth Terrace.
The house offers 4,565 square feet of living space, giving you plenty of room to spread out. It’s a generous home that feels both grand and welcoming. With six bedrooms and four bathrooms, it’s designed to handle a large family or those who love to entertain. You will find that the home is filled with character, making it feel more like a historic retreat than just a standard house.
Features
- 6 Bedrooms
- 4 Bathrooms
- 4,565 sqft living space
- Located in McKnight Historic District
- Built in 1890
Classic Details and Elegant Spaces
When you walk inside, the level of detail is immediately obvious. The home features a mix of hardwood, marble, and tile floors that run throughout the main rooms. The ceilings are a major highlight, with coffered, vaulted, and unique paper maché designs that add a touch of drama to every room.
The woodwork is just as impressive. You’ll find beautiful hand-carved fretwork and original fireplace mantles throughout the home. There are five fireplaces in total, perfect for those chilly New England evenings. For those who love the classic feel, the pocket doors and French doors add such a charming, timeless touch to the floor plan.
Features
- Hardwood, marble, and tile flooring
- Coffered, vaulted, and paper maché ceilings
- Hand-carved fretwork
- 5 Fireplaces
- Original fireplace mantles
- Pocket doors and French doors
Modern Comforts in a Historic Setting
While the home is rich in history, it doesn’t skip on modern needs. The kitchen has been recently remodeled and now features high-end stainless steel appliances and custom cabinetry. It’s a great space for cooking and leads right out to a relaxing back porch, which overlooks a large, fenced-in yard.
The bathrooms have also been updated, offering a fresh, clean look while keeping the classic vibe of the house. Even the practical side is covered, with a two-car carriage house that includes a workshop area. Whether you are hosting an open house or just enjoying a quiet morning in the garden, this property offers the best of both worlds.
Features
- Remodeled kitchen
- High-end stainless steel appliances
- Custom cabinetry
- Remodeled bathrooms
- Large, fenced-in yard
- 2-car carriage house with workshop
From Zillow
Built in 1890, the William McKnight House is the namesake and crown jewel of the McKnight Historic District, built for and by the developer of the neighborhood.
Situated between Thompson Triangle park and landscaped Dartmouth Terrace, the property is an oasis in Springfield’s garden district, with winding, established gardens of its own.
With 4,565 sqft of living space, this historic 6-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom, 5-fireplace, 2-car carriage house home is generously and luxuriously appointed.
This home has it all: hardwood, marble, and tile floors; coffered, vaulted, and textured paper maché ceilings; pocket doors; French doors; an original tin ceiling in the butler’s pantry; hand-carved fretwork and fireplace mantles; leaded glass; built-ins; Dutch entry door; wrap-around piazza; second-floor balcony.
A remodeled kitchen with high-end stainless steel appliances and custom cabinetry exits off to relaxing back porch, into large, fenced-in yard. Remodeled bathrooms. Open House: Sun 6/28, 10am.
