Historic 19th century Cape-style home that has been beautifully maintained and updated over the years. Hillside view of Amherst’s skyline and location of Orra White Hitchcock’s 1833 sketch: Autumn Scenery. Centrally located within the Pioneer Valley and a five-minute drive to downtown Amherst. The house is spacious with 3,200 sq feet, 4-5 Bedrooms, 3 full baths, large open kitchen, a primary suite, formal dining room, natural gas fireplace with exposed brick and an all season sunroom overlooking the backyard. Beautiful wood floors throughout, with many rooms and creative spaces which provide diverse options for living. Light flows into the house from all directions. Home to several artists over the years with a first-floor gallery-lit space for hanging art, it also features an office with a separate entrance. Current owners are relocating for family purposes. There is a separate 12ft x 18ft two story heated studio building on the property, along with a 1-car garage and a tool shed.
Single-familyProperty Type
1808Year Built
1.24 acresLot Size
$188Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Justine Rosewarne• 5 College REALTORS®
Bought with Chrissy Neithercott• Maple and Main Realty, LLC
Circa 1880’s Cape-style home that has been beautifully maintained and updated over the years. Located across the street from The Pelham Elementary School, it is centrally located within the Pioneer Valley. The house is spacious with 4-5 Bedrooms, 3 Full baths, an in-law studio apartment, and 3200 square feet of living space. Beautiful wood floors throughout, with many rooms and creative spaces which provides many options for the next owner. Currently an artist's home with a first floor gallery-lit space for hanging art, it also features an office with a separate entrance, and a wonderful four season porch overlooking the back yard. Light flows into the house from all directions. There is a separate 12ft x18ft heated studio building on the property, along with a 1-car garage and a tool shed. Enjoy the oversized yard with perennial beds, stone walls, and a southwestern view, all of which is beautifully set on 1.24 Acres. Offers Due March 21st by Noon.
MLS PIN #71701934
Nov 18, 2014
Sold
$292,075
$91/sq ft
Jun 19, 2014
Listed
$299,900
$94/sq ft
+25
Well appointed circa 1808 Cape sizzles with great spaces - perfect for a growing family! Flexible floor plan offers up to 5 bedrooms and the opportunity to live on one level. In mint condition, the interior is newly painted with refinished hardwood floors and sports a beautiful sun room which looks out to a private back yard with gardens and is used year round. Nestled on 1.24 acres the spacious yard will not disappoint and offers a large deck, garden shed and 12 x 18 heated writer's cottage with deck. Walking distance to Pelham Elementary and a short drive to Umass and downtown. A great buy in todays market!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$6,640 (−2.7%)
$111,500 + $260,300
$371,800
2022
$6,822 (+3.4%)
$93,300 + $238,500
$331,800
2021
$6,595 (−0.8%)
$88,800 + $219,100
$307,900
2019
$6,648 (+3.5%)
$88,800 + $219,100
$307,900
2018
$6,426 (+3.3%)
$88,800 + $219,100
$307,900
2017
$6,222 (−1.0%)
$101,000 + $195,300
$296,300
2016
$6,285 (+2.0%)
$101,000 + $195,300
$296,300
2015
$6,160 (+5.4%)
$101,000 + $195,300
$296,300
2014
$5,847 (+11.5%)
$101,000 + $185,600
$286,600
2013
$5,244 (+2.0%)
$101,000 + $160,800
$261,800
2012
$5,142 (+0.3%)
$101,000 + $160,800
$261,800
2011
$5,129
$114,900 + $166,900
$281,800
Tax history for 44 Amherst Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$6,640 (−2.7%)
$111,500 + $260,300
$371,800
2022
$6,822 (+3.4%)
$93,300 + $238,500
$331,800
2021
$6,595 (−0.8%)
$88,800 + $219,100
$307,900
2019
$6,648 (+3.5%)
$88,800 + $219,100
$307,900
2018
$6,426 (+3.3%)
$88,800 + $219,100
$307,900
2017
$6,222 (−1.0%)
$101,000 + $195,300
$296,300
2016
$6,285 (+2.0%)
$101,000 + $195,300
$296,300
2015
$6,160 (+5.4%)
$101,000 + $195,300
$296,300
2014
$5,847 (+11.5%)
$101,000 + $185,600
$286,600
2013
$5,244 (+2.0%)
$101,000 + $160,800
$261,800
2012
$5,142 (+0.3%)
$101,000 + $160,800
$261,800
2011
$5,129
$114,900 + $166,900
$281,800
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
5
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.24 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,203
Year built
1808
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Hampshire County
APN
3056563
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 19, 2023.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Detached, Off Street
Interior
Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom #2 Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom #4 Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom #5 Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
Master Bathroom Features: Yes
Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Living Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Family Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Dining Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Kitchen Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Basement Information
Basement: Full, Bulkhead, Unfinished
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: First Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup