Sited above Main St. to enjoy Mtn. views & southern exposure, this Italianate Villa is the Amherst Center stand-out! In 1863 W.F Pratt designed & built it for the hat-maker Henry Hills. The restored structure & estate spread over 1+ groomed Ac. weds classical Antique form (balanced cubic massing, overhanging eaves, tall, narrow windows & ornate brackets) w/ contemporary functionality. The fastidiously maintained 5311 SF dwelling touts 3- state-of-the-art HVAC systems; 4 bedrms, 3.5 bath, 3-car garage; Cook’s Kitchen; 3 gorgeous bathrms; built-ins; 900 SF studio w/ bath/cabinets/mini-split/laundry. Enter from the signature wrap-around porch into formal foyer w/ soaring ceiling & staircase. On the left is parlor w/ pocket doors to library; on the right are drawing & dining rms. Each features marble fireplaces, chandeliers, crown moldings. The informal space extends into both the all Bells & Whistles eat-in Kitchen & upstairs FamRm w/ ensuite bedrm. Historic Appeal & Modern Livability!
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Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Wildwood Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.7mi
8/10
Amherst Regional Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi
8/10
Amherst Regional High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.3mi
8/10
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About Dickinson Historic
District
Dickinson Historic District, located between Main Street and Triangle Street, is a historic and walkable Amherst Center neighborhood with tree-lined sidewalks and preserved 19th-century architecture. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Main Street–Pleasant Street junction, where independent bookstores, cafes, and small galleries set a steady, campus-town rhythm. The Emily Dickinson Museum anchors the district’s literary identity, with the Amherst Cinema and Amherst College’s Mead Art Museum adding year-round cultural pull. Streetscapes feature clapboard Colonials, Victorian-era details, and deep front porches behind mature maples. Pocket greens and the nearby campus quads shape a calm, pedestrian-first feel. Side streets stay quiet while the center stays active with readings, film nights, and gallery openings.
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Offer insights
38 Gray St · $2,250,000
$2.24M and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $2.24M+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
129 days
The average home goes pending in 25 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
100.6%
Most homes are selling 1% above list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Remodeled interior with decorative molding and custom built cabinets
Master bedroom on the second floor with double closet, overhead lighting, hardwood flooring, remodeled, and 3/4 bathroom
Additional bedrooms on the second floor with hardwood flooring, remodeled, closets and overhead lighting; some feature fireplaces and custom built closet/cabinets
Bathrooms
Three full bathrooms and one half bathroom
Main-level half bath with hardwood flooring, ceiling fan and stone/granite countertops
Second-floor 3/4 bath with double vanity, tiled shower stall and stone/granite countertops (remodeled)
Second-floor full bath with double vanity, tiled tub/shower, granite countertops and a whirlpool soaking tub (remodeled)
Kitchen
Remodeled kitchen on the main level with upgraded cabinets, kitchen island, pantry and dining area
Stone/granite countertops, recessed and pendant lighting
Stainless steel appliances and gas stove, range hood
Laundry & utility
Second-floor laundry area with washer hookup, electric dryer hookup and sink
Custom built cabinets in laundry area
Flooring
Predominantly hardwood floors throughout
Some tile flooring in select areas
Heating & cooling
Central heating and forced air with propane and fireplaces as heat sources
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Porch, patio and balcony
Professional landscaping, garden and stone wall
Sprinkler system
City and scenic views
Guest house on the property
Rain gutters and screens
Home design
Single family residence
Updated/remodeled; originally built and renovated since (public records)
Tan and white exterior color
Parking
Detached garage with 3 garage spaces (garage faces side, insulated, with garage door opener and storage)
Three covered spaces
Six open parking spaces for a total of nine parking spaces
Paved driveway and off-street parking
Construction
Frame construction with brick/mortar and granite foundation details
Slate and rubber roofing
Utilities
Public water and public sewer
Generator and generator connection available
200+ amp service with 110V and 220V, circuit breakers
HOA & community
Community offers public transportation access, shopping, bike path, houses of worship, private and public schools, and a nearby university
Other
Property sits on a gently sloping to level lot of approximately 1.21 acres with public road frontage and paved public road access
Electricity and solar
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Restored to its luxurious self, this Italianate Villa is within walking distance of downtown Amherst. Nestled on a 1.21 acre lot with views of the Pelham Hills and a southern vista, this beautifully crafted, elegant home is to be admired. Originally built in 1862/63 and designed by Northampton architect William Fenno Pratt, the design and functionality are a perfect compliment to today's family. A large wrap around front porch is the entrance to the grand foyer, a central architectural feature, and encapsulates the essence of formality, yet sports a sophistication of today. The living room, family room, library and dining room each have an original working marble fireplace(either wood or gas) and are complimented by detailed plaster crown moldings, pocket doors, inlay parquet floors and so much more. The kitchen, a chef's dream, is beautifully appointed and includes a large center island and stainless steel appliances. A stunning example of a by-gone era.
Public Records
Jan 8, 2008
Sold
$1,120,000
$211/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 20, 2007
Sold
$725,000
$137/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$33,696 (+3.0%)
$179,700 + $1,496,700
$1,676,400
2022
$32,726 (+4.6%)
$163,000 + $1,375,600
$1,538,600
2021
$31,288 (+2.3%)
$151,400 + $1,282,500
$1,433,900
2020
$30,571 (+17.0%)
$151,400 + $1,282,500
$1,433,900
2018
$26,140 (+7.9%)
$151,400 + $1,085,100
$1,236,500
2017
$24,220 (+168.3%)
$144,400 + $965,100
$1,109,500
2016
$9,027 (−21.5%)
$144,400 + $281,000
$425,400
2015
$11,494 (+2.8%)
$144,400 + $415,200
$559,600
2014
$11,179 (+2.8%)
$139,100 + $394,000
$533,100
2013
$10,870 (+3.3%)
$139,100 + $394,000
$533,100
2012
$10,523 (+6.1%)
$139,100 + $394,000
$533,100
2011
$9,921
$154,700 + $390,400
$545,100
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.21 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
5,311
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
5,311
Year built
1862
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Hampshire County
APN
3009644
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 19, 2023.
Aug 3, 2021 • Final
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Gas
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
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
21% 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
89/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 19% for direct sun exposure in Amherst. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.3 hrs
5.9 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 38 Gray St
$2,113,959
$136K under list price of $2.25M
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $650K to $1.4M.