Discover your sanctuary in this passive solar contemporary home on 1.38 acres. This unique property offers both sustainability and comfort with an enormous wall of windows inviting abundant natural light. Step inside to an open-concept second floor, ideal for entertaining, featuring a spacious living room, dining room, and kitchen. Hardwood floors flow throughout, complemented by the warmth of an inviting wood stove and one of two fireplaces. The first floor layout has a primary bedroom, a second bedroom, and a full bathroom. The second floor also includes a private guest suite with a bedroom, a full bath, separate entrances, and a charming screened-in porch. Ascend to the third floor for a double office loft, perfect for remote work or creative pursuits, which opens onto a spacious outdoor deck. Enjoy the benefits of well-established gardens, outbuildings, and an impressive 20x20 astroturf field. Truly, a labor of love has been expended here over the years.
Single-familyProperty Type
1981Year Built
1.38 acresLot Size
$351Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Gregory Haughton• 5 College REALTORS®
Bought with Matthew Crowner• William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
Sunny passive solar contemporary encompassing three levels of living with an enormous wall of windows. Open floor plan with great flow - perfect for entertaining. Beautiful cherry kitchen with Corian counter tops, breakfast bar & wine storage. Master bedroom with fireplace and soaking tub. Guest quarters with private bath could serve as an office with separate entrance. Double office loft, screened-in porch, beams, skylights, wood floors, wood stove & deck. Versatile & Immaculate!
MLS PIN #30139144
Jun 1, 1998
Sold
$192,500
$89/sq ft
Dec 9, 1996
Listed
$199,000
$92/sq ft
GREAT CONTEMPORARY HOUSE, 3 LEVELS OF WONDERFUL LIVING SPACE. ONE OF A KIND HOUSE SITUATED ON A BEAUTIFUL PRIVATE COUNTRY LOT WITH VIEW. CLOSE TO TOWN--YOU CAN HAVE IT ALL!
Public Records
May 28, 1992
Sold
$170,000
$79/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$10,118 (+6.4%)
$190,700 + $312,700
$503,400
2022
$9,510 (+4.7%)
$173,200 + $273,900
$447,100
2021
$9,079 (+2.3%)
$160,700 + $255,400
$416,100
2020
$8,871 (+6.3%)
$160,700 + $255,400
$416,100
2018
$8,348 (+2.2%)
$160,700 + $234,200
$394,900
2017
$8,167 (+2.9%)
$153,100 + $221,000
$374,100
2016
$7,938 (+3.6%)
$153,100 + $221,000
$374,100
2015
$7,663 (+6.4%)
$153,100 + $220,000
$373,100
2014
$7,205 (+4.5%)
$148,800 + $194,800
$343,600
2013
$6,894 (+3.3%)
$148,800 + $189,300
$338,100
2012
$6,674 (+12.8%)
$148,800 + $189,300
$338,100
2011
$5,917
$138,900 + $186,200
$325,100
Tax history for 237 Shutesbury Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$10,118 (+6.4%)
$190,700 + $312,700
$503,400
2022
$9,510 (+4.7%)
$173,200 + $273,900
$447,100
2021
$9,079 (+2.3%)
$160,700 + $255,400
$416,100
2020
$8,871 (+6.3%)
$160,700 + $255,400
$416,100
2018
$8,348 (+2.2%)
$160,700 + $234,200
$394,900
2017
$8,167 (+2.9%)
$153,100 + $221,000
$374,100
2016
$7,938 (+3.6%)
$153,100 + $221,000
$374,100
2015
$7,663 (+6.4%)
$153,100 + $220,000
$373,100
2014
$7,205 (+4.5%)
$148,800 + $194,800
$343,600
2013
$6,894 (+3.3%)
$148,800 + $189,300
$338,100
2012
$6,674 (+12.8%)
$148,800 + $189,300
$338,100
2011
$5,917
$138,900 + $186,200
$325,100
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.38 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,640
Year built
1981
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Hampshire County
APN
3008106
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 19, 2023.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 5
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Stone/Gravel
Interior
Master Bedroom Information
Level: First
Bedroom #2 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Full
Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Full
Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full
Living Room Information
Level: Second
Family Room Information
Level: Second
Dining Room Information
Level: Second
Kitchen Information
Level: Second
Office Room Information
Level: Third
Basement Information
Basement: Full
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 2
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 7
Interior Features: Office, Loft
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,160
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Post & Beam
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Screened
Exterior Features: Porch - Screened
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 1.38
Lot Features: Level
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $10,878
Tax Year: 2025
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Private Sewer
Water Source: Private
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Oil
Cooling: Heat Pump
Location
Location Information
Directions: google
UnparsedAddress: 237 Shutesbury Rd, Amherst MA 01002
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,640
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1.38 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1981
Year Renovated: —
County: Hampshire County
APN: 3008106
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 19, 2023
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Places
Transit
Fort River Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 2.1mi
8/10
Amherst Regional Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.7mi
8/10
Amherst Regional High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.0mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 95° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
16% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Amherst, MA • 01002
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.8 hours in
June and 4.2 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
8.8 hrs
4.2 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$722,000 – $873,000
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