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Located in the fertile and scenic Connecticut River Valley, Amherst enjoys views of hills and mountains in all directions. Although originally a farming community, Amherst's main industry is now education, since it is the home of the main campus of the University of Massachusetts as well as two private colleges, Amherst College and Hampshire College. Consequently, the town's population varies from about 35,000 during the academic year to the mid-20's during the summer.
While the town's commercial, social and cultural life benefit from the liveliness and diversity stimulated by the colleges and the University, the town suffers financially from the fact that over half its land is tax-exempt. Amherst has long supported excellent public schools, libraries and town services; it has also worked hard both to preserve farming and open space and to provide affordable housing. Amherst is one of the few towns in the State to have met the State's goal of having 10% of its housing stock affordable.
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School System Info
MCAS Ranking (of 351 towns) in State:
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4th Grade Math: |
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4th Grade Eng: |
134 |
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Spending/Student:
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Average SAT scores:
1735
Student/Teacher Ratios:
10.8 to 1
Community
Population:17,050 Median Income in town: 57,050 Population Density: (people per square mile)
Crime Rate (property/violent):
Property: 5 / 1,000
Violent: 22 / 1,000
Real Estate
Number of active:
Singles/Condos/Multis:
86
/ 64
/ 4
Median home price this year: $275,000 Median home price last year: N/A
Median home price 5 yrs ago: N/A
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Avg single family tax bill:
$4,107
Transportation
Rail info: (T stops, commuter rail stops)
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Bus lines:
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Miles to Boston:
94
Drive time to Boston (minutes):
112
Rail time to Boston:
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RECENT LISTING
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$154,900
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Move right into this well maintained 3 bedoom, 1.5 bath Garden style Condo in Salem Place. New carpeting, freshly painted unit. Laundry and staroage in basement. Walk to town, public transportation nearby.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$359,900
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New Hot water heater. Great location, walk to Umass and center. Lovely private back yard. New cabinets in Kitchen with corian counters. Wonderful brick patio. Tastefully appointed. A wonderful home to start a new family.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$329,900
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Well maintained, split level on acre, private lot, close to UMASS & town center. 2300 SF includes finished 1st level (potential In-law suite), MBR w/bath,2 BRs & 2 baths, deck off DR & family room walk out. Upgrades include 2 natural gas stoves (65,000 & 40,000 BTU's). Inserted into 2 firepls. on each level they keep home toasty warm. Features tiling of all baths, kitchen & Fam. Rm along w/oak flooring on main level. Deck off dining room overlooks expansive meadow lot dotted w/ fruit trees.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$419,900
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Spacious Cape in lovely residential neighborhood with Contemporary style. Close to UMass, short walk to bus, large rear deck, lovely perennial gardens, very versatile floor plan, finished large office in basement.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$269,900
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Ready for occupancy and close to UMASS and town center: coveted Amity Place Complex: 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath townhouse with detached garage. Patio in private setting abuts conservation area with views to open field. Many improvements include newer heating and A/C system and hot water tank, new kitchen range and fresh interior painting. Walk or bike to everything!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$429,900
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Move right into this fully updated energy efficient home. Features include 3 levels of living space, fully remodeled bathrooms and kitchen, hardwood flooring, maple cabinets, high-energy efficient appliances, and a huge backyard for gardening & entertaining. New roof, siding, electric, hot water tank and Buderus furnace in 2006!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$469,900
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Beautifully remodeled 4 bedroom cape in South Amherst location with spectacular views. Property features open floor plan with great natural light, hardwood floors, fireplace master bed and bath, updated eat-in kitchen, and screened in deck, so you can enjoy the view of the surrounding conservation land.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$495,000
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Immaculate, full of light, in the heart of downtown Amherst. Master bedroom suite on 1st floor placed away from regular traffic pattern of home. 3-Car detached garage, large back deck, front porch, central air conditioned.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$215,000
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Bring your imagination and dream of restoring this wonderful Farm house. Wisteria & grape vines are but a few of the mature plantings for your green thumb. Large garage and private backyard complete this property.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$478,300
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Great neighborhood,cul-de-sac,minutes to UMass and downtown Amherst,close to bus stop,walking distance to Fort River School. Spacious well-maintained 5 bedroom 3,5 bath cape with 1st fl bedroom,full bath and laundry.Family room features fire-place and new slider to re-stained deck,central air-conditioning.Finished basement,plenty of storage space.Potential to expand attic space for in-law etc.Private backyard full of perennials and vegetable gardens,abuts Conservation land and R.Frost Trail.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$469,500
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Prime location in Amherst Woods. Custom built by J. Wright Builders with an interior featuring a living room with cathedral ceiling, first floor master bedroom suite and a large open kitchen. It also features central air conditioning, lots of storage space, cedar closet, dark room & alarm system and new carpet. The house is 600 feet from the road, abutting conservation land & close to bike path & hiking trails. Sit on the private rear deck & watch beautiful sunsets.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$449,000
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You can simply move into this tastefully renovated Amherst Woods 3BDs, 2.5 Bath post and beam contemporary. This home has an open floor plan with hardwoods on 1st floor and new carpet throughout 2nd floor, new maple kitchen & appliances. Large LR/DR with cathedral ceilings, family room w/fireplace, master bedroom suite, walkout lower level w/large finished room w/fireplace. New Buderus systems, new A/C compressor, freshly painted inside and out. Stunning...come see!!!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$289,000
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Efficient home with 4 bedrooms and 2 baths on dead end street near conservation land and Amethyst Brook. Birch floors through out with marmoleum(all natural linoleum) in bathrooms. All windows were replaced with Energy Star windows in 2009. Oil heat will keep you toasty and plenty of sunlight streams thru the house! Deck off kitchen for BBQs and great backyard. Perfect for first time homebuyers- don't delay!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$625,000
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Classic Contemporary Cape at The Eastman Meadow Settlement! This Authentic Reproduction Circa 1800 Features State of the Art Construction & is Beaming w/Light. Finely Crafted w/Architectural Millwork, Crown Moldings, Granite Countertops & Plaster Walls. The Ashfield Stone Patio & Walkway,Yellow Pine Flooring, 12 over 12 Windows & Beautiful Tile Work Add Grace & Warmth. First Floor Master & Additional 3 BRs up. Additional Great Room Complete with Cupola, in a Lovely 9 Home Community. Great Value!
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$210,000
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This Autumn Lane 2 bedroom townhouse could be a wonderful opportunity for you to live in South Amherst. Views from the back deck of open fields. Association offers a pool, tennis courts. Pets OK. Assessement for new siding and roof paid in full.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$243,000
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Economical & Convenient Living in Echo Hill. 3 bedrm, 1.5 bath townhouse features gas heat & hot water & fully finished 600 SF +/- basement walkout ? & seldom found 2 vehicle carport. Living room with dining area opens to spacious deck for seasonal, outdoor living. Enjoy short walk to PVTA (stops at Court) & Hampshire Athletic Club. Recent exterior improvemts: roof, gutters, siding, windows, deck waterproofing.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$159,900
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End unit - Private setting. An excellent value for the new buyer. Southern exposure, suny & bright. Walk to bus & Amherst Fitness Club.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$594,900
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Dreamy days & starry nights will be spent in this avant-garde architecturally designed Contemporary home. Custom-built and sporting a knockout view of the Holyoke range, this desirable location also offers Goshen stone walls with mature perennials & fruit trees. Adjacent to Mt. Pollux Conservation area this custom home was built by Teagno Construction & delights with many European influences. A must see for the discriminate buyer! Close to schools, shopping, and major routes.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$298,500
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Charming Cape only a brief walk to UMass Engineering School and North edge of Campus. Cute and in good condition. 3-season room, oak floors, garage, public transportation.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$259,900
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Nicely maintained Upper Orchard Contemporary Townhouse Condo with 2 BDs, 1.5 baths, LR w/fireplace, dining room, kitchen w/oak cabinetry, gas heat, central A/C, & garage. Lovely community close to Atkins.
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