NOT LISTED FOR SALE

495 Old Farm Rd Amherst, MA 01002

Amherst Area

Estimated Value: $783,000 - $888,000

5 Beds
4 Baths
3,364 Sq Ft
$254/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: May 19, 2025

Last sale price $769,000 $229 Per Sq Ft

Est. 11% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,727 / mo

16 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Deck
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Amherst Regional Middle School Rated A-
  • Property is near public transit and schools
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of May 2025

A classic colonial in a scenic Amherst Woods neighborhood, this immaculate home offers gracious living just minutes from downtown Amherst and close to recreation and conservation areas. Inside, an open floor plan features a spacious kitchen and dining area, a living room with a cathedral ceiling and fireplace insert, five bedrooms, four baths, partially finished basement with a separate exterior entrance and a large, finished third floor room. Outside, a new deck (w. wheelchair access ramp) overlooks a shady backyard where you can entertain guests, barbeque or just relax on a summer evening. With quality construction throughout, this home provides endless opportunities for hosting an extended family, setting up a home office, yoga studio or what-have-you. The house, which was repainted in 2023, also features a new induction range & hood, microwave and a whole house water filtration system. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a truly exceptional home. All showings after1:00pm.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Hsiu Li Kelley

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Realty Professionals Listed on: 03/13/2025

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Realty Professionals

Last Buyer's Agent

Kimberly Raczka

5 College REALTORS® Northampton

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $12,466

Year Built

  • Built in 1993

Lot Details

  • 24,393 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property has an invisible fence for dogs
  • Corner Lot
  • Property is zoned Res.

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway
  • Open Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Saltbox Architecture
  • Shingle Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 3,364 Sq Ft Home
  • Central Vacuum
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Bonus Room

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Primary bedroom located on second floor
  • Dual Closets
  • 4 Full Bathrooms
  • Double Vanity
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Partially Finished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Laundry in Basement

Schools

  • Amherst Middle School
  • Amherst High School

Utilities

  • Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 220 Volts
  • 110 Volts
  • Gas Water Heater

Additional Features

  • Level Entry For Accessibility
  • Deck
  • Property is near public transit and schools

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 3012193

Community Details

Recreation

  • Park
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Additional Features

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Shops

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$12,466

Year Built

Built in 1993

Lot Details

0.56 Acres

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Colonial, Saltbox
  • Year Built: 1993
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Wood, Carpet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Vinyl
  • Interior Amenities: Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Bonus Room, Bathroom, Central Vacuum
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Flooring - Laminate
  • Room Bedroom3 Features: Flooring - Laminate
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom4 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom4 Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Room Bedroom5 Level: First
  • Room Bedroom5 Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Laminate, Closet - Double
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Master Bathroom Features: Yes
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Beamed Ceilings
  • Bathroom 1 Level: Second
  • Bathroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower
  • Bathroom 3 Level: First
  • Room Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Dining Room Level: First
  • Room Family Room Level: First
  • Room Family Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Kitchen Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Exterior Access
  • Laundry Features: In Basement, Washer Hookup
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Basement: Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 3364
  • Accessibility Features: Accessible Entrance
  • Living Area: 3364
  • Spa YN: No
  • MAIN LO: AN7274
  • MAIN SO: AN1019

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck - Wood, Invisible Fence
  • Construction Materials: Conventional (2x4-2x6)
  • Fencing: Invisible
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Wood
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Waterview Flag: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Attached Garage YN: Yes
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2
  • Garage YN: Yes
  • Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street
  • Total Parking Spaces: 4

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Electric Range, Washer Hookup
  • Cooling: Central Air, Ductless
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas, Ductless
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Electric: 110 Volts, 220 Volts
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: No
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Private School, Public School, University
  • Senior Community YN: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 3012193
  • Zoning: Res.
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.56
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 24393
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: Yes
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 12466

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

MLS Schools

  • High School: Amherst
  • Middle Or Junior School: Amherst

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 13, 2025
Closed on
May 9, 2025
Sold by
Su Jeffrey
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Hsiu Li Kelley
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Realty Professionals
Buyer's Agent
Kimberly Raczka
5 College REALTORS® Northampton
List Price
$769,000
Sold Price
$769,000
Views
52
Current Estimated Value
$853,637

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$84,637
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.43%
Original Mortgage
$500,000
Outstanding Balance
$493,616
Interest Rate
6.64%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$360,021

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 4, 2019
Closed on
Apr 28, 2019
Sold by
Aronson Michael and Aronson Rebecca
Bought by
Su Jeffrey
Seller's Agent
John Edwards
Edwards Realty
Buyer's Agent
Hsiu Li Kelley
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Realty Professionals
List Price
$519,000
Sold Price
$512,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$7,000
-1.35%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.94%
Original Mortgage
$472,000
Interest Rate
4.3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 10, 2005
Sold by
Baxendell Lorie and Baxendell Richard C
Bought by
Sirva Relocation Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 20, 1998
Sold by
Novak Bruce and Novak Julie A
Bought by
Baxendell Lorie and Baxendell Richard C

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 20, 1993
Sold by
Competitive Real Est
Bought by
Novak Bruce and Novak Julie A
Source: Public Records

Home Values in the Area

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Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$769,000 None Available
Su Jeffrey $512,000 --
Sirva Relocation Llc $475,000 --
Aronson Michael $475,000 --
Baxendell Lorie $275,000 --
Novak Bruce $294,706 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $500,000
Previous Owner Su Jeffrey $470,500
Previous Owner -- $472,000
Previous Owner Aronson Michael $136,500
Previous Owner Aronson Michael $140,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
05/19/2025 05/19/25 Sold $769,000 0.0% $229 / Sq Ft
03/29/2025 03/29/25 Pending -- -- --
03/13/2025 03/13/25 For Sale $769,000 +50.2% $229 / Sq Ft
04/30/2019 04/30/19 Sold $512,000 -1.3% $152 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
02/21/2019 02/21/19 Pending -- -- --
01/04/2019 01/04/19 For Sale $519,000 -- $154 / 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 $12,466 $694,500 $206,500 $488,000
2024 $12,174 $657,700 $194,900 $462,800
2023 $11,558 $575,000 $177,300 $397,700
2022 $11,303 $531,400 $161,100 $370,300
2021 $10,773 $493,700 $149,200 $344,500
2020 $10,526 $493,700 $149,200 $344,500
2019 $10,122 $464,300 $149,200 $315,100
2018 $9,815 $464,300 $149,200 $315,100
2017 $9,651 $442,100 $142,200 $299,900
2016 $9,381 $442,100 $142,200 $299,900
2015 $9,081 $442,100 $142,200 $299,900
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73345163

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: AMHE-000021A-000000-000047

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