Perfectly placed at the end of a long gravel driveway is the Charles H Atherton home. Owned by one of the most prominent men in Amherst from 1797-1855, Charles H Atherton, was a Harvard graduate, served as county register of probate, and was a NH and US representative and senator. Flash forward to 2015 and you have one of the most gorgeous homes in Amherst with no amenities spared. Recently renovated kitchen is fit for a chef, offering commercial grade appliances, custom built cabinetry, and soapstone counter tops. Cozy dining room with built in cabinetry, chair rail, raised paneling, fireplace and boxed in beams add that special detail. Formal living room is unique in its own right with 3 foot deep walls, custom built in shelving, coffered ceilings and wide pine floors. Three generously sized bedrooms and master ensuite with walk in closets. Outside, enjoy your patio overlooking the beautiful gardens and pond. Fully functional 2 story barn, 2 car garage and plenty of private land.
Perfectly placed at the end of a long gravel driveway is the Charles H Atherton home. Owned by one of the most prominent men in Amherst from 1797-1855, Charles H Atherton, was a Harvard graduate, served as county register of probate, and was a NH and US representative and senator. Flash forward to 2015 and you have one of the most gorgeous homes in Amherst with no amenities spared. Recently renovated kitchen is fit for a chef, offering commercial grade appliances, custom built cabinetry, and soapstone counter tops. Cozy dining room with built in cabinetry, chair rail, raised paneling, fireplace and boxed in beams add that special detail. Formal living room is unique in its own right with 3 foot deep walls, custom built in shelving, coffered ceilings and wide pine floors. Three generously sized bedrooms and master ensuite with walk in closets. Outside, enjoy your patio overlooking the beautiful gardens and pond. Fully functional 2 story barn, 2 car garage and plenty of private land.
MLS PIN #71848270
Oct 30, 2015
Sold
$907,500
$223/sq ft
Sep 28, 2015
Pending
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Jun 1, 2015
Listed
$995,000
$245/sq ft
PrimeMLS #124647
Dec 19, 2003
Sold
$1,085,000
$267/sq ft
Nov 9, 2003
Listed
$1,100,000
$271/sq ft
PARADISE FOUND IN AMHERST VILLAGE! MAGNIFICENT 4-5 BR "ATHERTON HOUSE" SET AMIDST PERENNIAL GARDENS OFFERING INCREDIBLE PRIVACY. BEAUTIFULLY RESTORED W/ AUTHENTIC ANTIQUE FEATURES. MASSIVE BARN, PASTURES PADDOCK. CALL FOR BROCHURE. BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$30,289 (+4.6%)
$194,200 + $1,068,900
$1,263,100
2024
$28,963 (+4.8%)
$194,200 + $1,068,900
$1,263,100
2023
$27,637 (+3.6%)
$194,200 + $1,068,900
$1,263,100
2022
$26,672 (+2.7%)
$193,400 + $1,068,900
$1,262,300
2021
$25,975 (−1.8%)
$193,400 + $1,025,500
$1,218,900
2020
$26,455 (+5.6%)
$163,400 + $765,500
$928,900
2019
$25,043 (−1.0%)
$163,400 + $765,500
$928,900
2018
$25,294 (+4.7%)
$163,400 + $765,500
$928,900
2017
$24,161 (+3.6%)
$163,400 + $765,500
$928,900
2016
$23,315 (+5.5%)
$163,400 + $765,500
$928,900
2015
$22,108 (+0.1%)
$167,700 + $667,200
$834,900
2013
$22,083
$167,700 + $667,200
$834,900
Tax history for 24 Courthouse Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$30,289 (+4.6%)
$194,200 + $1,068,900
$1,263,100
2024
$28,963 (+4.8%)
$194,200 + $1,068,900
$1,263,100
2023
$27,637 (+3.6%)
$194,200 + $1,068,900
$1,263,100
2022
$26,672 (+2.7%)
$193,400 + $1,068,900
$1,262,300
2021
$25,975 (−1.8%)
$193,400 + $1,025,500
$1,218,900
2020
$26,455 (+5.6%)
$163,400 + $765,500
$928,900
2019
$25,043 (−1.0%)
$163,400 + $765,500
$928,900
2018
$25,294 (+4.7%)
$163,400 + $765,500
$928,900
2017
$24,161 (+3.6%)
$163,400 + $765,500
$928,900
2016
$23,315 (+5.5%)
$163,400 + $765,500
$928,900
2015
$22,108 (+0.1%)
$167,700 + $667,200
$834,900
2013
$22,083
$167,700 + $667,200
$834,900
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
7.2 Acres
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
4,674
Year built
1790
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Hillsborough County
APN
3426
Parking Spaces
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Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 5, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 10
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Workshop in Garage, Garage Faces Side, Off Street, Stone/Gravel