161 Chestnut St Amherst, MA 01002
Estimated payment $4,985/month
Highlights
- 1 Fireplace
- Corner Lot
- 2 Cooling Zones
- Amherst Regional Middle School Rated A-
- 1 Car Garage
About This Home
Rare Amherst Opportunity! This legal 2-family home offers indoor–outdoor living, exceptional privacy, and unbeatable proximity to Amherst Regional Middle & High Schools. Featuring 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, and 2,022 sq. ft., the main residence includes hardwood floors, great natural light, and a seamless layout connecting to a fenced backyard with in-ground pool and patio. Upstairs are three comfortable bedrooms and two updated baths.A fully independent legal studio apartment/ADU with private entrance, kitchenette, full bath, and dedicated parking provides outstanding flexibility—ideal for rental income, guests, or multigenerational living.Two additional non-buildable wetlands parcels offer a natural privacy buffer rarely found this close to town. An oversized garage and ample off-street parking complete the package.Minutes to Amherst Center, UMass, cafés, conservation trails, and bus routes—perfect for owner-occupants or investors alike.
Property Details
Home Type
- Multi-Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $11,527
Year Built
- Built in 1949
Lot Details
- 0.36 Acre Lot
- Corner Lot
Parking
- 1 Car Garage
Home Design
- Block Foundation
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 2,022 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2 Levels
- 1 Fireplace
- Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
Utilities
- 2 Cooling Zones
- 2 Heating Zones
- 200+ Amp Service
Community Details
- 2 Units
- Net Operating Income $75,600
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number M:0011D B:0000 L:0066,3008818
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
| 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 | $115 | $642,200 | $202,800 | $439,400 |
| 2024 | $10,379 | $560,700 | $191,300 | $369,400 |
| 2023 | $9,927 | $493,900 | $173,900 | $320,000 |
| 2022 | $9,576 | $450,200 | $158,200 | $292,000 |
| 2021 | $9,570 | $438,600 | $146,600 | $292,000 |
| 2020 | $9,351 | $438,600 | $146,600 | $292,000 |
| 2019 | $9,003 | $413,000 | $146,600 | $266,400 |
| 2018 | $8,731 | $413,000 | $146,600 | $266,400 |
| 2017 | $8,505 | $389,600 | $139,600 | $250,000 |
| 2016 | $8,267 | $389,600 | $139,600 | $250,000 |
| 2015 | $8,002 | $389,600 | $139,600 | $250,000 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/03/2025 12/03/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 12/01/2025 12/01/25 | For Sale | $765,000 | +12.3% | $378 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/22/2024 04/22/24 | Sold | $681,000 | -4.1% | $337 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 03/06/2024 03/06/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 02/21/2024 02/21/24 | Price Changed | $710,000 | -5.3% | $351 / Sq Ft | |
| 01/22/2024 01/22/24 | Price Changed | $750,000 | -4.5% | $371 / Sq Ft | |
| 01/03/2024 01/03/24 | For Sale | $785,000 | -- | $388 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Not Resolvable | $315,000 | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $241,400 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $241,400 | New Conventional |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73458613
APN: AMHE-000011D-000000-000066
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