Two Pittsfield Habitat for Humanity Homes Open for Tours

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PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Central Berkshire Habitat for Humanity is inviting the public to tour two newly built, affordable homes at 21 and 23 Murphy Place during upcoming open houses in February.
 
Located on a dead-end street just off Upper North Street heading towards Pontoosuc Lake, these three-bedroom, one-bath condominiums offer an opportunity for income-qualified buyers to achieve homeownership.
 
The homes will be sold to families earning between 50 percent and 65 percent of the Area Median Income (AMI). For Pittsfield, current income eligibility ranges by household size are approximately:
  • Family of 2: $49,150 – $63,895
  • Family of 3: $55,300 – $71,890
  • Family of 4: $61,400 – $79,820
  • Family of 5: $66,350 – $86,255
Prospective homeowners who can afford approximately $1,700 per month may be eligible to purchase one of the homes. Estimated monthly payments include principal and interest at current rates, as well as estimated property taxes and homeowner’s insurance. Rates are representative of recent offers.
 
The open houses will be held on:
  • Friday, February 6, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.
  • Saturday, February 14, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon
The homes feature modern, energy-efficient construction, Whirlpool Energy Star appliances including full-size washers and dryers, and energy-saving mini-split heat pumps for cooling and heating.
 
 
Anyone with questions can call 413.442.3181 x7 or email Homes@BerkshireHabitat.org.

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Pittsfield Fire Knock Down Virginia Ave. Blaze

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PITTSFIELD, Mass. — On Jan. 31 at 11:21pm the Pittsfield Fire Department (PFD) responded to 7 Virginia Ave. for a reported structure fire. 
 
4 Engine companies, a ladder company and Deputy Chief responded.
 
Engine 2 arrived on the scene within 60 seconds of leaving their station and reported fire coming from the front of the single-story cape cod style residence. E-2 immediately stretched a hose line to attack the fire and make entry into the building.
 
E-3 and E-6 arrived and worked together to establish a water supply. 
 
Tower 1 was assigned to perform a primary search of the building while E-2 continued attack of the fire. A short time later, a female was located by E-2 and Tower 1 crew on the first floor and rapidly removed out the front of the building and transferred to Action Ambulance for transport to BMC. 
 
No other victims were located during the primary and secondary searches. 
 
E-1 was assigned as the rapid intervention team. The fire was deemed under control in less than 30 minutes and crews worked for another 30 minutes overhauling and cooling any remaining hot spots. 
 
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