138 Sunset Ave Amherst, MA 01002
Amherst AreaEstimated payment $4,321/month
Highlights
- Colonial Architecture
- Deck
- Wooded Lot
- Amherst Regional Middle School Rated A-
- Property is near golf course, public transit, and schools
- Wood Flooring
About This Home
Investment opportunity! Ideally located within walking distance of the UMass Amherst campus, this 4-bedroom, 2-bath home is a proven income-producing rental with a strong rental history. Designed for comfortable shared living, the home offers generous common areas, a spacious family room, and a large deck overlooking the backyard—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The expansive yard provides additional outdoor space, while the central Amherst location offers easy access to UMass, Amherst College, shopping, restaurants, public transportation, and major routes. Whether you're expanding your investment portfolio or seeking a high-demand college rental, this property offers exceptional long-term value and investment potential. Showing start immediately.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $11,377
Year Built
- Built in 1938
Lot Details
- 12,478 Sq Ft Lot
- Fenced Yard
- Level Lot
- Wooded Lot
- Zero Lot Line
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Tuck Under Parking
- Parking Storage or Cabinetry
- Workshop in Garage
- Side Facing Garage
- Driveway
- Open Parking
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Brick Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Shingle Roof
Interior Spaces
- 2,516 Sq Ft Home
- Skylights
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Home Office
- Center Hall
Kitchen
- Range
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
Flooring
- Wood
- Wall to Wall Carpet
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom on Main
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Bathtub with Shower
- Bathtub Includes Tile Surround
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry on upper level
- Dryer
- Washer
Unfinished Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Interior Basement Entry
- Garage Access
Schools
- Amethyst Brook Elementary School
- ARMS Middle School
- ARHS High School
Utilities
- Window Unit Cooling System
- 2 Heating Zones
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Pellet Stove burns compressed wood to generate heat
- Baseboard Heating
- Tankless Water Heater
- High Speed Internet
Additional Features
- Deck
- Property is near golf course, public transit, and schools
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Shops
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number M:011C B:0000 L:0004,3008386
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
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| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $111 | $617,400 | $231,700 | $385,700 |
| 2024 | $10,814 | $584,200 | $218,600 | $365,600 |
| 2023 | $10,476 | $521,200 | $198,700 | $322,500 |
| 2022 | $9,846 | $462,900 | $180,600 | $282,300 |
| 2021 | $9,372 | $429,500 | $167,300 | $262,200 |
| 2020 | $9,157 | $429,500 | $167,300 | $262,200 |
| 2019 | $8,862 | $406,500 | $167,300 | $239,200 |
| 2018 | $8,593 | $406,500 | $167,300 | $239,200 |
| 2017 | $8,514 | $390,000 | $159,400 | $230,600 |
| 2016 | $8,276 | $390,000 | $159,400 | $230,600 |
| 2015 | $8,011 | $390,000 | $159,400 | $230,600 |
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/26/2026 08/26/26 | For Sale | $615,000 | 0.0% | $244 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/01/2026 08/01/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 07/30/2026 07/30/26 | For Sale | $615,000 | +41.4% | $244 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/24/2019 05/24/19 | Sold | $434,900 | 0.0% | $173 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 04/19/2019 04/19/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 02/21/2019 02/21/19 | Price Changed | $434,900 | -3.3% | $173 / Sq Ft | |
| 11/06/2018 11/06/18 | For Sale | $449,900 | -- | $179 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quit Claim Deed | $434,900 | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | $423,900 | -- | |
| Deed | $397,100 | -- | |
| Deed | $140,000 | -- |
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $347,920 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $216,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $145,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $44,000 | No Value Available |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73557208
APN: AMHE-000011C-000000-000004
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