Historic, renovated, 3 bed, 3 full bath colonial, a stone's throw to Amherst Center, UMass and Amherst College. Detached barn/garage was recently zoned and approved for an ADU rental/guest buildout. Or use now as an office or studio. Main house has original charm, including wide plank floors, fireplaces and raised panels, and many modern upgrades. Recent complete exterior period-centric restoration, including new Marvin 12/12 windows, cedar clapboard with Old Village Paint and custom storm door with hand-wrought iron hardware. Shaker kitchen with farmhouse sink and large picture window facing the yard with mature perennial gardens, stone walls and Goshen stone patio. Downstairs bedroom with fireplace and full country cottage bath. 2 large upstairs bedrooms with matching subway tile bathrooms. The combined living/dining room boasts beautiful bow windows and is separated from the 4-season sunroom/den/office by a custom hand-built barn door. Central AC, alarm, Generac backup generator.
Single-familyProperty Type
1750Year Built
0.29 acresLot Size
$479Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Michael Lissack• The Virtual Realty Group
Bought with Micki Sanderson• Delap Real Estate LLC
Walk back into time when you enter this immaculate charm filled 1750 distinctive cape that wraps its arms around you. It is seldom that a house of this vintage has been so meticulously maintained and thoughtfully restored. Beautiful 12 over 12 windows throughout except in the living and dining room which has the most exquisite bow windows, Light streams in. The kitchen is custom designed with plenty of storage and all the modern conveniences and yet maintaining its old age charm. Three bedrooms with 3 baths makes guesting easy and private. The home has wonderful curb appeal,old stone walls and steps leading to the front door. The back yard is private, level and open with flowers,holly and lovely old birch trees. Even the garage is picturesque with heated storage and finished upper level. Steps to theater,churches and restaurants, Amherst College and UMass. Enjoy the lifestyle of a Stroll into town for a movie and fine dining on a lovely summer evening.
MLS PIN #30378725
Jun 22, 2000
Sold
$335,000
$175/sq ft
Jan 13, 2000
Listed
$324,900
$170/sq ft
GORGEOUS ANTIQUE CAPE WITH MANY BEAUTIFUL DETAILS. LOTS OF CHARM AND CHARACTER. ALL UPDATED SYSTEMS. NEW GARAGE AND WORKSHOP WITH A LARGE STUDIO OR HOME OFFICE ABOVE. LOVELY YARD!
MLS PIN #14109118
Mar 30, 1993
Sold
$150,000
$78/sq ft
Aug 14, 1990
Listed
$179,000
$93/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$11,361 (+3.0%)
$284,200 + $281,000
$565,200
2022
$11,031 (+4.7%)
$258,400 + $260,200
$518,600
2021
$10,535 (+2.4%)
$239,300 + $243,500
$482,800
2020
$10,293 (+9.1%)
$239,300 + $243,500
$482,800
2018
$9,435 (+1.6%)
$239,300 + $207,000
$446,300
2017
$9,289 (+2.9%)
$228,000 + $197,500
$425,500
2016
$9,029 (+3.3%)
$228,000 + $197,500
$425,500
2015
$8,740 (+1.8%)
$228,000 + $197,500
$425,500
2014
$8,583 (+2.8%)
$221,300 + $188,000
$409,300
2013
$8,346 (+3.3%)
$221,300 + $188,000
$409,300
2012
$8,080 (+4.9%)
$221,300 + $188,000
$409,300
2011
$7,699
$192,500 + $230,500
$423,000
Tax history for 272 Amity St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$11,361 (+3.0%)
$284,200 + $281,000
$565,200
2022
$11,031 (+4.7%)
$258,400 + $260,200
$518,600
2021
$10,535 (+2.4%)
$239,300 + $243,500
$482,800
2020
$10,293 (+9.1%)
$239,300 + $243,500
$482,800
2018
$9,435 (+1.6%)
$239,300 + $207,000
$446,300
2017
$9,289 (+2.9%)
$228,000 + $197,500
$425,500
2016
$9,029 (+3.3%)
$228,000 + $197,500
$425,500
2015
$8,740 (+1.8%)
$228,000 + $197,500
$425,500
2014
$8,583 (+2.8%)
$221,300 + $188,000
$409,300
2013
$8,346 (+3.3%)
$221,300 + $188,000
$409,300
2012
$8,080 (+4.9%)
$221,300 + $188,000
$409,300
2011
$7,699
$192,500 + $230,500
$423,000
*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
3
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.29 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,915
Year built
1750
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Hampshire County
APN
3009380
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 19, 2023.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Carport
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Detached, Carport, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Garage Faces Side, Barn, Off Street, Paved
Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Patio, Rain Gutters, Barn/Stable, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Screens, Garden, Stone Wall
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Other Structures: Barn/Stable
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.29
Lot Features: Wooded, Easements, Level
ViewYN: Has View
View: Scenic View(s)
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $11,813
Tax Year: 2024
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Heat Pump
Location
Location Information
Directions: 3.5 blocks west of Amherst Center, on the south side of the street between Sunset and Dana Streets
UnparsedAddress: 272 Amity St, Amherst MA 01002
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Stable(s), Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Public School, University
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,915
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.29 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1750
Year Renovated: —
County: Hampshire County
APN: 3009380
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 19, 2023
Other
Listing Information
Exclusions: All Furnishing, Art, Stained Glass
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Crocker Farm Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 1.9mi
8/10
Amherst Regional Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi
8/10
Amherst Regional High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi
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 97° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
19% 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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In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$872,000 – $1.06M
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