Hometown Team
Real Broker MA, LLC
(978) 709-2942
160 Total Sales
1 in Amherst
$800,000 Price
161 Chestnut St Amherst, MA 01002
Amherst AreaEstimated Value: $739,000 - $802,988
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,022
Sq Ft
$381/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- 1 Fireplace
- Corner Lot
- 2 Cooling Zones
- Amherst Regional Middle School Rated A-
- 1 Car Garage
About This Home
As of January 2026Rare 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.
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Property Details
Home Type
- Multi-Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $11,527
Year Built
- Built in 1949
Lot Details
- 15,750 Sq Ft Lot
- Corner Lot
Parking
- 1 Car Garage
- 6 Open Parking Spaces
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
- Total Actual Rent $6,300
- Assessor Parcel Number M:0011D B:0000 L:0066,3008818
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 1, 2025
Closed on
Jan 9, 2026
Sold by
Yg Chestnut 161 Llc
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Albert Hajdaraj
Reference Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Stacy Ashton
Ashton Realty Group Inc.
List Price
$765,000
Sold Price
$760,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-0.65%
Views
13
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$10,747
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.25%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 3, 2024
Closed on
Apr 9, 2024
Sold by
Dyar Melida
Bought by
Yg Chestnut 161 Llc
Seller's Agent
Naomi Elliott
Key Real Estate Western MA
Buyer's Agent
Xian Dole
Coldwell Banker Community REALTORS®
List Price
$785,000
Sold Price
$681,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$104,000
-13.25%
Views
42
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.59%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 16, 2012
Sold by
Mientka Edward and Mientka Karyn W
Bought by
Dyar Melinda
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$241,400
Interest Rate
3.86%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Amherst, MA
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Hometown Team
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Nikolas Goulas
Nikolas Goulas
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(857) 214-8798
4 Total Sales
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$340K - $547K Price Range
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George Goulas
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(774) 271-5224
42 Total Sales
1 in Amherst
$21,373 Price
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Lucy Cordero
Lucy Cordero
KW Legacy Partners
(413) 287-7815
114 Total Sales
2 in Amherst
$310K - $765K Price Range
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Cheryl Malandrinos
HB Real Estate, LLC
(413) 314-2727
81 Total Sales
1 in Amherst
$145,000 Price
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Rob Smith
Rob Smith
PREMIER SOTHEBY'S INTL REALTY
(508) 625-7572
171 Total Sales
1 in Amherst
$290,000 Price
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $760,000 | -- | ||
| Yg Chestnut 161 Llc | $695,800 | None Available | |
| Dyar Melinda | $315,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $300,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | -- | $241,400 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/08/2026 01/08/26 | Sold | $760,000 | -0.7% | $376 / Sq Ft | |
| 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 |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
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 | $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 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Albert Hajdaraj
Seller's Agent in 2026
Albert Hajdaraj
Reference Real Estate
(508) 851-5888
19 Total Sales
-
Stacy Ashton
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Stacy Ashton
Ashton Realty Group Inc.
(413) 687-3098
203 Total Sales
-
Naomi Elliott
Seller's Agent in 2024
Naomi Elliott
Key Real Estate Western MA
(413) 221-2910
7 Total Sales
-
Xian Dole
XD
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Xian Dole
Coldwell Banker Community REALTORS®
(413) 230-2910
36 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73458613
APN: AMHE-000011D-000000-000066
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