Investment Analysis — 71 Birch Bluffs Drive

Westfield, MA 01085

Based on HUD Small Area Fair Market Rent for Amherst Town-Northampton, MA MSA, a 2-bedroom in 01085 carries an estimated $1,640/mo in gross rent — about a 3.30% cap rate and $10,718/yr in estimated NOI at the $325,000 list price. Adjust every assumption in the calculator below.

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Beds

Baths

SqFt

912

Style

Single Family

Built

1955

Welcome to Birch Bluffs Drive! This charming 2-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom, Ranch style home offers comfortable main level living in a convenient location just off Shaker Road (near the golf course, shopping, and area amenities). An inviting covered front porch welcomes you into a bright and cheerful home featuring beautiful wood floors throughout. The dining room has sliding glass doors that open to the rear deck overlooking a generously sized backyard, perfect for outdoor entertaining or simply relaxing. The partially finished basement provides additional flex space including work areas and plenty of closet storage. Additional highlights include gas heat and one-car attached garage with a workshop area in the rear. With its inviting curb appeal, main level living, and lovely outdoor spaces, this delightful ranch has so much to offer!

ADU Potential

Massachusetts allows one accessory dwelling unit by right in single-family zoning districts statewide (M.G.L. c. 40A §3; 760 CMR 71.00, effective Feb 2025). Estimated maximum ADU size for this property: 456 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 912 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 21,800 sq ft.

Based on listing data, which indicates the property type — not the zoning district. Local dimensional, septic (Title 5), and historic-district requirements still apply. Not legal advice — verify with the municipality.

Estimates — not financial advice

These figures are illustrative estimates for informational purposes only — not an appraisal, valuation, or guarantee of rent, income, or returns, and not financial, tax, or investment advice. Rent is either the figure reported on the MLS listing — in-place rent that may differ from market and is not verified against the actual leases — or, where the listing reports none, an estimate from HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents, a government benchmark that may differ from actual market rent. Each figure is labelled with its source. Cap rate, NOI, and returns depend on the assumptions shown, which you can change. MLS and other third-party data may be inaccurate or out of date. Verify all figures independently and consult your own financial, tax, and legal advisors before making any investment decision.