Charming and well-appointed Amherst ranch offering comfortable one-floor living just minutes from Amherst town center, UMass Amherst, Amherst College, restaurants, shopping, and area amenities. This inviting home features a newly installed roof (2026), 2 bedrooms plus a versatile bonus room ideal for a guest room, home office, or den. The updated kitchen complements beautiful hardwood floors throughout, while the dining room features a large picture window by overlooking the private backyard. Relax in the welcoming living room with a classic wood-burning fireplace. A walk-up attic provides excellent storage and future possibilities, while the large, dry, partially finished basement offers additional flexible space. With its convenient location, manageable floor plan, and abundant storage, this Amherst home is an excellent option for downsizing, first-time buyers, or anyone seeking the ease of single-level living close to downtown.
Single-familyProperty Type
1960Year Built
0.27 acresLot Size
$482Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Stiles & Dunn• William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
Charming one-floor living in this well-maintained Ranch in superb in-town location. Rooms include living room with brick fireplace, formal dining room with bay window, efficiency kitchen, two bedrooms with large master. Features oak floors, breezeway, newer architectural-grade roof, newer forced hot air heat with central air conditioning. Washer, dryer, and appliances stay. Large garage. Distinguished neighborhood walking distance to center, UMass, cinema, and library. Call today to view.
MLS PIN #30284706
Jul 6, 1999
Sold
$168,950
$117/sq ft
Jan 8, 1999
Listed
$174,900
$121/sq ft
IN TOWN HOUSE WALK TO COLLEGES. PRIVATE BACK YARD, PLEASANT VIEW. ROOF 3 YEAR OLD. WELL MAINTAINED.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$6,723 (+5.1%)
$173,400 + $161,100
$334,500
2022
$6,398 (+5.2%)
$157,600 + $143,200
$300,800
2021
$6,081 (+2.3%)
$146,000 + $132,700
$278,700
2020
$5,942 (+5.4%)
$146,000 + $132,700
$278,700
2018
$5,638 (+4.2%)
$146,000 + $120,700
$266,700
2017
$5,412 (+2.9%)
$139,100 + $108,800
$247,900
2016
$5,260 (+3.3%)
$139,100 + $108,800
$247,900
2015
$5,092 (+1.5%)
$139,100 + $108,800
$247,900
2014
$5,016 (+2.9%)
$135,000 + $104,200
$239,200
2013
$4,877 (+1.2%)
$135,000 + $104,200
$239,200
2012
$4,821 (+11.0%)
$135,000 + $109,200
$244,200
2011
$4,344
$125,900 + $112,800
$238,700
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
0.27 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,008
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,008
Year built
1960
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Hampshire County
APN
3009330
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 19, 2023.
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
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
86/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Amherst. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.2 hrs
4.8 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 52 Blue Hills Rd
$685,302
$9,698 under list price of $695K
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