Yes, you can have it all with this affordable, well-located property consisting of TWO houses! With a 520 sq.ft. cottage in the back of the property there are plenty of possibilities - rental income, guest house, studio or office space...the list goes on. Situated less than 2 miles from downtown Amherst and nearly across from the Amethyst Brook conservation area, this unique property offers single-level living on a large half-acre lot that's ideal for gardening or just enjoying nature. The main house has front and back patio areas, wood flooring, plenty of storage space, and a second front entrance for a private office if desired. All that's needed are some finishing touches to make it your own little oasis!
251 Pelham Road is a framework for possibilities. The new owner can renovate, rebuild or start over. A single-level cottage, the house was revamped a decade ago for an owner with disabilities. The floors and thresholds are level, the doorways widened and it has an accessible bath and ramps to the outside. A new addition in front, adjacent to the bedroom, added a large living room with a w/d closet and ash wood flooring, The accessible kitchen and many other features of the house are ready for your finishing touches. These include the bathroom, dining room, 3-season office and utility room. It has a newer roof and 1/2 acre of yard with shade trees and large raised beds with berry bushes. Located on a sidewalked street with city water and sewer services, less than 2 miles from downtown Amherst and across from extensive conservation lands and trails. A 1 BR rental cottage in the rear has separate utilities including propane heat, electric and water. CLICK ON THE VIDEO TOUR ICON!
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Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Hampshire County
APN
3010176
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Last updated by owner on Jul 25, 2025.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Shared Driveway, Off Street, Unpaved
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Basement Information
Basement: Partial, Bulkhead, Concrete
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 8
Flooring: Wood, Vinyl, Laminate, Hardwood
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Internet Available - Broadband, Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Mudroom, Office/Den
Unit #1 Information
# of Levels: 1
# of Floors: 1
Lease: N
Unit #2 Information
# of Levels: 2
# of Floors: 1
Lease: Y
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,192
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Block, Stone, Irregular
Construction Materials: Frame
Stories (Total): 3
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: brown
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Garden
Property Information
PropertySubType: 2 Family - 2 Units Side by Side
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.45
Lot Features: Easements, Cleared, Level
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $4,577
Tax Year: 2023
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Hot Water, Oil, Propane
Heating Units: 2
Location
Location Information
Directions: Main St. becomes Pelham Rd., approx.1 mi. from intersection of Main & Southeast St., house on right
UnparsedAddress: 251-253 Pelham Rd, Amherst MA 01002
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Conservation Area, Public School, University
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Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
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County: Hampshire County
APN: 3010176
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 25, 2025
Other
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Fort River Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.7mi
8/10
Amherst Regional Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.5mi
8/10
Amherst Regional High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi
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
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 96° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
18% 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.
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Estimated sale price
$437,000 – $528,000
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