OFF MARKET

Off market jul 2017 for $424K

$697,119

•

2,453

sq ft

279 Market Hill Rd, Amherst, MA 01002

About this home

Hidden amongst the whispering pines is this sprawling Raised Ranch. Nested on a 1.16 lot within minutes of Amherst center, area colleges and shopping this pristine home will not disappoint. Offering an open floor plan including vaulted ceilings and large glass windows - the light dances across gleaming hardwood floors. Two fireplaces, built-in bookshelves and remodeled Kitchen and master bath - all a plus! Walking distance to Atkins reservoir and area conservation trails - a short drive to Puffer's Pond and Cushman General Store. A must see for the discriminating buyer.

Single-familyProperty Type

1968Year Built

1.16 acresLot Size

$284Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Jacqui Zuzgo • 5 College REALTORS®

Bought with Jacqui Zuzgo • 5 College REALTORS®

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•Source:MLS PIN #72124962

Redfin Estimate

$697,119

$272K since sold in July 2017$10K since September

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This home's estimate is 21.5% higher than the average sale price ($574K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD OCT 15, 2026
$425,000
A
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SOLD JUL 28, 2026
$590,000
B
4 beds3 baths2,016 sq ft
13 Cider Mill Rd, Leverett, MA 01054
SOLD SEP 2, 2026
$423,750
C
3 beds2 baths1,382 sq ft
418 State St, Amherst, MA 01002
SOLD AUG 31, 2026
$629,900
D
3 beds2 baths1,705 sq ft
31 Colonial Ct, Amherst, MA 01002
SOLD JUN 11, 2026
$725,000
E
4 beds2.5 baths2,873 sq ft
43 Morgan Cir, Amherst, MA 01002
SOLD SEP 10, 2026
$650,000
F
4 beds2 baths2,148 sq ft
208 Rolling Ridge Rd, Amherst, MA 01002

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Market trends in 01002, MA

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

99.9%

0.7% MoM

Median sale price

$551K

$162 MoM

Avg. days on market

25d

3 days MoM

Recently sold homes

3 MoM

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$425,000
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$689,900
4 beds3 baths2,879 sq ft
521 Old Farm Rd, Amherst, MA 01002
$190,000
1 bed1 bath620 sq ft
170 E Hadley Rd #140, Amherst, MA 01002
$545,000
3 beds1.5 baths1,586 sq ft
36 Valley View Dr, Amherst, MA 01002
$445,000
4 beds2 baths1,244 sq ft
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$775,000
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Sale history for 279 Market Hill Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$9,403 (+5.1%)

$172,400 + $295,400

$467,800

2022

$8,944 (+5.1%)

$156,700 + $263,800

$420,500

2021

$8,512 (+2.3%)

$145,300 + $244,800

$390,100

2020

$8,317 (+6.8%)

$145,300 + $244,800

$390,100

2018

$7,790 (−3.9%)

$145,300 + $223,200

$368,500

2017

$8,108 (+2.9%)

$138,400 + $233,000

$371,400

2016

$7,881 (+3.3%)

$138,400 + $233,000

$371,400

2015

$7,629 (+2.8%)

$138,400 + $233,000

$371,400

2014

$7,419 (+2.8%)

$131,900 + $221,900

$353,800

2013

$7,214 (+3.3%)

$131,900 + $221,900

$353,800

2012

$6,984 (+7.3%)

$131,900 + $221,900

$353,800

2011

$6,508

$139,300 + $218,300

$357,600

Tax history for 279 Market Hill Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$9,403 (+5.1%)

$172,400 + $295,400

$467,800

2022

$8,944 (+5.1%)

$156,700 + $263,800

$420,500

2021

$8,512 (+2.3%)

$145,300 + $244,800

$390,100

2020

$8,317 (+6.8%)

$145,300 + $244,800

$390,100

2018

$7,790 (−3.9%)

$145,300 + $223,200

$368,500

2017

$8,108 (+2.9%)

$138,400 + $233,000

$371,400

2016

$7,881 (+3.3%)

$138,400 + $233,000

$371,400

2015

$7,629 (+2.8%)

$138,400 + $233,000

$371,400

2014

$7,419 (+2.8%)

$131,900 + $221,900

$353,800

2013

$7,214 (+3.3%)

$131,900 + $221,900

$353,800

2012

$6,984 (+7.3%)

$131,900 + $221,900

$353,800

2011

$6,508

$139,300 + $218,300

$357,600

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

2.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

1.16 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,653

Year built

1968

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Hampshire County

APN

3006756

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 19, 2023.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 4
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Flooring - Vinyl

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Basement
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Vinyl

Living Room Information
Level: First
Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Deck - Exterior,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan

Family Room Information
Level: Basement
Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Dining Room Information
Level: First
Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Deck - Exterior,Exterior Access

Kitchen Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Stainless Steel Appliances

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 2
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 7
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Interior Features: Library

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,453
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual,Renovated Since
Color: Brown

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Wood
Exterior Features: Deck - Wood

Property Information
Accessibility Features: No
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 1.16
Lot Features: Wooded, Gentle Sloping
Frontage Length: 200
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $7,881
Tax Year: 2016

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Private Sewer
Water Source: Private
Electric: Circuit Breakers

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Propane
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Location Information
Directions: Off Bridge St.
UnparsedAddress: 279 Market Hill Rd, Amherst MA 01002

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, University

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,653
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.16 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1968
Year Renovated: —
County: Hampshire County
APN: 3006756

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 19, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Fort River Elementary School

Public K-6 • Assigned • 3.3mi

8/10

Amherst Regional Middle School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 2.7mi

8/10

Amherst Regional High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.0mi

8/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

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

17% 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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Estimated sale price

$663,000 – $802,000

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Home values near 279 Market Hill Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
336 Market Hill Rd, Amherst, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2416 Sq. Ft.	$624,772
330 Market Hill Rd, Amherst, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2269 Sq. Ft.	$671,838

Address	Redfin Estimate
405 Market Hill Rd, Amherst, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3242 Sq. Ft.	$930,129
235 Market Hill Rd, Amherst, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1828 Sq. Ft.	$538,005

Address	Redfin Estimate
394 Market Hill Rd, Amherst, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2666 Sq. Ft.	$644,962
255 Market Hill Rd, Amherst, MA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2486 Sq. Ft.	$678,710

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