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The Town of Sunderland is a rural-residential community in the southeast corner of Franklin County. Sunderland has a long history of agricultural operations, many of which continue today, including several active dairy farms, tobacco farms, produce farms and maple sugaring businesses. Sunderland is home to Mount Toby State Forest, a favorite hiking, biking and trail-riding spot. The Connecticut River provides the town's border to the west.
The college town of Amherst is the town's most populous near neighbor and is in large part responsible for the high number of rental units in the town. Statistics indicate that Sunderland has the highest number of rental units per capita, outside of the City of Boston, than any other municipality in Massachusetts. Three large apartment complexes have provided housing for a somewhat transient population-primarily students and staff from the University of Massachusetts.
In the last several years, young families from urban communities to the south have been moving to these apartment complexes, diversifying the community and requiring new services from the school and town government. One of the first towns in the region to construct a new elementary school, the community is proud of this beautiful building that has received architectural awards and favorable comments.
The town's "Buttonball Tree" (over 350 years old) is a majestic presence on North Main Street and a tourist attraction. Main Street (Route 47), intersected by Route 116 in the town's center, is a beautiful stretch of road, notable for its historic homes, wide lawns and maple trees. The historic Town Hall and architecturally significant Graves Memorial Library, sit in the town center and provide a focal point for town activities.
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School System Info
MCAS Ranking (of 351 towns) in State:
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Spending/Student:
$8,675
Average SAT scores:
1496
Student/Teacher Ratios:
10 to 1
Community
Population:3,721 Median Income in town: $47,989 Population Density: (people per square mile)
Crime Rate (per 1000 residents):
Property: 11.6 / 1,000
Violent: 3.8 / 1,000
Real Estate
Number of active:
Singles/Condos/Multis:
18
/ 4
/ 0
Median home price this year: N/A Median home price last year: $250,000
Median home price 5 yrs ago: $259,000
% change since last year: N/A
% change since 5 years ago: -4%
Avg single family tax bill:
$3,477
Transportation
Rail info: (T stops, commuter rail stops)
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Bus lines:
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Miles to Boston:
117
Drive time to Boston (minutes):
117
Rail time to Boston:
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RECENT LISTING
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$239,000
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Charming Ranch in quiet family area near shopping, elementary school and the Connecticut River. Private backyard.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$369,900
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Wonderful location and excellent condition. Fireplace in family room, open to kitchen with island & laundry room, pantry, formal dining room, spacious entry, second living room - 4 well appointed bedrooms with 2 full bathrooms. Minutes to UMASS and easy highway access.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$290,000
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New home to be built in established neighborhood, by quality builder. This tri-level home is a great plan, that allows for a lot of living space and a huge garage in a smaller footprint. This lot is 5 minutes from UMass and 10 from the center of Amherst. Wooded lot allows for maximum privacy.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$324,900
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This open concept spacious Ranch boasts great entertaining layout and wonderful kitchen. Plenty of square footage to accommodate a family, with well designed bedroom wing with 2 bedrooms, full bath, and master bedroom with bath. Sliders off the living room open to a large composite deck with privacy all around. The level, landscaped lot abuts conservation land. A separate entrance room off the rear of the house would make the perfect home office. Come see!
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$290,000
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Wonderful Buttonball Meadows condo with 3 bedrooms/2.5 baths, attached garage and finished basement.Join this great community and enjoy all the benefits of condo life in a scenic setting only minutes to shopping, Amherst and major routes. Open floor plan, kitchen fully applianced with matching stainless,cherry cabinets, breakfast bar, seperate dining area overlooking private deck, living room all with hardwood floors.Great room with skylights, gas fireplace, 3 season porch add to the charm!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$319,000
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Immaculate 3 bedroom, 2 bath contemporary located on a cul-de-sac within minutes of UMass & major routes. This beautiful home sports many amenities including fireplace, first floor master bedroom, cathedral ceilings, many custom features, screened porch, great back yard and deck. You will enjoy the craftsmanship details in each room this is a must see property!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$359,000
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Well set back from the road, this spacious, contemporary home has an open floor plan-kitchen/dining room/family room-with large windows that add an abundance of natural light and spectacular views. Other amenities include maple hardwood and ceramic tiled 1st floor, free standing gas fireplace, geothermal heating and central air, large heated garage and fenced-in backyard. Sit on the deck enjoying the panoramic views of pasture land and the wooded hillsides and peaks of Mt. Sugarloaf and Mt. Toby
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$179,900
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1920's Bungalow style home with many original details including the natural moldings, hardwood floors,built in bookcase and cabinets,but with a Newer Furnace and updated wiring,ready for you to come and add the finishing touches.... conveniently located on Main St close to Rt 91,U Mass,shopping malls,libraries,and restaurants.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$219,900
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Enjoy the spectacular views of Mount Sugarloaf from the wrap around porch of this custom built ranch! Single level living with open living area, eat in dining area, cozy living room with wood stove. Newer appliances, carpeting and hot water heater. Anderson windows, new septic (2007), new roof (2009) and the resurfaced driveway (2010) make this move in ready! Two storage sheds, fenced rear yard, gardening space all combine to make this a must see property!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$259,000
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One level living - This sweet 6+ room, 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Ranch is set on nearly an acre of great soil for gardening surrounded on 3 sides by protected land with pastoral views. It sports a nice size deck, a basement - perfect for finishing, plus a 24' X 24' garage with heated 1/2 bath & office for the hobbiest. All this plus a quick commute to I-91, Amherst and Hadley Centers.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$229,900
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All spruced up. This is a perfect home for an in-law situation. The upper floor has a large open kitchen with a new tile floor. The hardwood floors were just refinished. The lower level has a separate living area with a full kitchen, bedroom, bath, and living room. There's a separate entrance to keep things private. This home is set well back from the street. The lot is mostly open with enough wood to keep your fireplace going all winter. Take a look. It's easy to show.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$339,900
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Nice Dutch Colonial situated on a corner lot. Great location close to the center of town. Great views of Mt Sugarloaf from this seven room home. Many possibilties including an additional building lot.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$328,500
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Enjoy space and convenience with this free-standing 3 bedroom condo at Buttonball Meadow. Enjoy the privacy of a single family home without any exterior maintenance, snow removal or lawn care. You'll like the remodeled kitchen. The pellet stove in living room fireplace helps with fuel costs as does the efficient Lennox Pulse furnace. Enclosed porch is passive solar. Trail access to Mt Toby's trail system. Only 10 minutes to UMass and Amherst. Come see how much you can get for your money here.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$349,900
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Classic New England Farmhouse offers a quintessential setting with Mt. Sugarloaf as the backdrop. Walking distance to downtown, this well cared for home offers a separate office, 2 car garage, screened porch, studio (30'x50') and large 2-story barn with drive under heated shop. A unique opportunity-like no other property on the market!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$239,000
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Nice home, office, salon, etc with commercial zoning. Right on busy Route 116 at the bridge. New roof and siding in 2011. Handsome woodwork, fireplace, oak floors. Well built from 1938. Plenty of parking potential for a business.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$299,000
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Lovely three bedroom townhouse in a fantastic location central to Amherst and Route 91. Generous and gracious living spaces, flooded with light, featuring an open floor plan that is perfect for entertaining. Nestled on a private cul-de-sac with mountain views enjoy the serenity on your 3 season porch or sunny deck. Master bedroom with sky lights, ample closets and spectacular master bath. Nothing compares in todays market at this price with low Sunderland taxes. Dogs welcomed with approval.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$314,900
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Sunny free-standing unit at Buttonball Meadow. This 3 BD, 2.5 BA unit has privacy but convenience. An easy drive to Amherst, Northampton or Greenfield. You can walk to the bus, restaurants and stores. Amenities include: hardwood and tile floors, fireplace, enclosed porch, deck, updated bathrooms, attached 2-car garage, and lots of storage space. Pets are allowed. Seller will credit buyer $2,000. towards closing costs and pay 2012 deck assessment.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$425,000
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Great country setting for this older farmhouse, currently with in-law unit /apartment / home office suite etc. Parcel has 11+ acres of Pioneer Valley's rich, fertile soil, some cleared field & some wooded. When you throw in the large barn & the 30 X 14 storage / workshop shed .. the opportunities are endless ! Quiet road with nice views.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$378,900
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New construction of colonial style home on nice quiet street 5 min from UMass campus. High quality local builder will customize this home for the buyer. Other plans available, price could vary.Wooded lot allows for privacy. Easy commute to I91 or Northampton. Low Sunderland taxes. Floor plans on houseplans web site, plan number 419-176.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$579,000
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Beautiful, spacious house on the lower slopes of Mt. Toby in Sunderland, MA on a private road. This house is located 8 min. from Rte. 91, 20 min. from Northhampton, 15 min. from Amherst, 1 hour from Mt. Snow & minutes from CT River & Mt. Sugarloaf. Spectacular views from a widow's walk on the roof, an extensive wrap-around deck & lots of birds & other wildlife to enjoy. Very special, quiet, private spot with no visible neighbors. Lot size is 4+ acres property borders acres of protected woods.
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