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856 Barnum St, Sheffield, MA 01257 — Sold $875,000 by Lauren A. Molk
856 Barnum St, Sheffield, MA 01257
Another pre-probate listing closed by Lauren A. Molk in Berkshire County, MA. Good work.
856 Barnum St, Sheffield, MA 01257
Final sold price
SOLD$875,000
What sold at 856 Barnum St, and for how much?
856 Barnum St, Sheffield, MA 01257 sold for $875,000 on July 2, 2026. The listing was handled by Lauren A. Molk of ELYSE HARNEY REAL ESTATE. The property is a residential, 3 bed, 3 bath, 1,622 sq ft, built in 1987. LeadCruncher tracks it as a pre-probate lead sourced from county death, estate and successor filings in Berkshire County.
Sale record at a glance
| Address | 856 Barnum St, Sheffield, MA 01257 |
|---|---|
| Sold price | $875,000 |
| Sold date | |
| Property type | Residential |
| Beds / baths | 3 bed · 3 bath |
| Building area | 1,622 sq ft |
| Year built | 1987 |
| County | Berkshire County, MA |
| Listing agent | Lauren A. Molk, ELYSE HARNEY REAL ESTATE |
| APN | SHEF M:012.0 B:0002 L:0008.0 |
| MLS # | 249330 |
What is a pre-probate lead?
A pre-probate lead is a property whose owner has recently passed away but whose estate has not yet been filed with the probate court. LeadCruncher identifies these homes in Berkshire County, Massachusetts from county death and estate records, so agents can reach heirs before the property hits the MLS.
Recently Sold Pre-Probate Property: 856 Barnum St, Sheffield MA 01257
Property profile
- Address
- 856 Barnum St
- City / state / ZIP
- Sheffield, MA, 01257
- County
- Berkshire County
- Property type
- Residential
- Land use
- Single Family Residential
- Beds / baths
- 3 bed · 3 bath
- Year built
- 1987
- APN
- SHEF M:012.0 B:0002 L:0008.0
Mailing address
856 Barnum St, Sheffield, MA 01257
Ownership & pre-probate
- Successor owner
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- Current owner
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- Date of passing
- 06/22/2024
- Assessed value
- $843,600
- MLS #
- 249330
Numbers from this sale
A few quick comparisons we run from the recorded numbers so you can see how this sale stacks up.
- Sold price per sq ft$539Calculated from a 1,622 sq ft building and $875,000 sold price.
- Sold vs. assessed value104%Sold price was 104% of the $843,600 county-assessed value.
- Days from passing to sale740Time elapsed from the recorded date of passing to the sale closing date.
- Building-to-lot ratio2%Building footprint covers about 2% of the 87,556 sq ft lot.
About this pre-probate sale
Lauren A. Molk of ELYSE HARNEY REAL ESTATE represented the seller and COMPASS MASSACHUSETTS , LLC GB represented the buyer on 856 Barnum St, Sheffield MA 01257 in Sheffield. The two of them walked an inherited property all the way to closing, which is what pre-probate work asks for. The home closed at $875,000. Smooth pre-probate closes come from preparation. LeadCruncher gives you the data to be ready for the next family that needs help.
- Lauren A. Molk, ELYSE HARNEY REAL ESTATE
- COMPASS MASSACHUSETTS , LLC GB
Frequently asked about this sale
How much did 856 Barnum St, Sheffield, MA 01257 sell for?
856 Barnum St, Sheffield, MA 01257 sold for $875,000 on 07/02/2026.
When did 856 Barnum St, Sheffield, MA 01257 sell?
The transfer of 856 Barnum St, Sheffield, MA 01257 was recorded on in Berkshire County, MA.
Who sold 856 Barnum St, Sheffield, MA 01257?
856 Barnum St, Sheffield, MA 01257 was listed by Lauren A. Molk, ELYSE HARNEY REAL ESTATE.
Who represented the buyer of 856 Barnum St, Sheffield, MA 01257?
The buyer of 856 Barnum St, Sheffield, MA 01257 was represented by COMPASS MASSACHUSETTS , LLC GB.
What kind of property is 856 Barnum St, Sheffield, MA 01257?
856 Barnum St, Sheffield, MA 01257 is recorded as Residential. Its land-use classification is Single Family Residential. The record lists 3 bed · 3 bath. It was built in 1987.
How can I find more pre-probate leads near Sheffield?
LeadCruncher tracks pre-probate (also called inheritance or successor) leads across Berkshire County and nationwide. Each lead is identified from county death and estate records, giving you the chance to reach heirs before the property goes on the market. Use the Find Similar Leads button above to filter by MA and start with the freshest records.
What is a pre-probate lead?
A pre-probate lead is a property whose owner has recently passed away but whose estate has not yet been filed with the probate court. LeadCruncher identifies these homes in Berkshire County, Massachusetts from county death and estate records, so agents can reach heirs before the property hits the MLS.
Public records and inheritance references
Independent sources for anything on this page. The Berkshire County, Massachusetts recorder is the system of record for the deed; the links below explain the pre-probate process around it.
- Public Records Online Directory
County-by-county directory of recorder, assessor, and tax collector offices across all 50 states. Useful for pulling the original deed or recorded sale.
- How heirs inherit property — Cornell Law
Overview of probate and how heirs or beneficiaries gain the legal authority to sell inherited real estate — the process behind most pre-probate leads.
- Intestate succession explained — Cornell Law
What happens when an owner dies without a will and property passes to next of kin by law — the most common pre-probate scenario.
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