Walking distance to downtown Amherst as well as Amherst College and Umass, this beautifully appointed Cape will not disappoint. Nestled on a sunny .7 acre lot with fenced in back yard - the location sings with the beauty of perennial gardens, flowering bushes and stunning katsora trees. Sporting an architecturally appealing triple arched front porch - the perfect place to enjoy morning coffee or afternoon tea! A sizable entry offers a lovely place to greet guests. The spacious living room sports a wood burning fireplace with built-ins, a warm and inviting heart of the home. The dining room, adorned with two corner cabinets is ideal for entertaining. The kitchen is large with pantry closet and a door to the rear yard where a lovely herb garden would be ideal. There are 3 bedrooms, one is presently used as a library/office, and 2 baths. Amenities are many and include hardwood floors throughout, built-ins, 2 car attached garage and more. Second story expansion a possibility.
Sold for $715,000
$715,000
229 Amity St, Amherst, MA 01002
3beds
1,673sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1963
0.7 Acres Lot
$766,200 Zestimate®
$427/sqft
$2,377 Estimated rent
Home value
$766,200
$705,000 - $835,000
$2,377/mo
Zestimate® history
Loading...
Owner options
Explore your selling options
What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: June 05, 2024 at 11:18am
Listed by:
Jacqui Zuzgo 413-221-1841,
5 College REALTORS® 413-549-5555
Bought with:
Jacqui Zuzgo
5 College REALTORS®
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73211353
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Main,First
Bedroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - 3/4, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Closet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
- Level: Main,First
Dining room
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Main,First
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Dining Area, Pantry, Exterior Access
- Level: Main,First
Living room
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Cable Hookup, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Main,First
Heating
- Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Internet Available - Unknown
- Flooring: Wood, Tile
- Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,673
- Total interior livable area: 1,673 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Workshop in Garage, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Exterior features: Porch, Rain Gutters, Garden, Stone Wall
- Frontage length: 110.00
Lot
- Size: 0.70 Acres
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: M:0014A B:0000 L:0289,3009493
- Zoning: RG
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1963
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Golf, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, University, Sidewalks
Location
- Region: Amherst
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/3/2024 | Sold | $715,000-1.4%$427/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73211353 Report a problem | ||
| 4/1/2024 | Listed for sale | $725,000$433/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73211353 Report a problem | ||
| 3/19/2024 | Contingent | $725,000$433/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73211353 Report a problem | ||
| 3/12/2024 | Listed for sale | $725,000+61.1%$433/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73211353 Report a problem | ||
| 4/1/2010 | Sold | $450,000-35.7%$269/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $12,759 +2.7% | $710,800 +5.9% |
| 2024 | $12,426 +4.4% | $671,300 +13.3% |
| 2023 | $11,905 +2.9% | $592,300 +8.9% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 01002
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Wildwood Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 1 mi
- 5/10Amherst Regional Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1 mi
- 8/10Amherst Regional High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Amherst
- Middle: Amherst
- High: Amherst
Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
Get pre-qualified for a loan
At Zillow Home Loans, we can pre-qualify you in as little as 5 minutes with no impact to your credit score.An equal housing lender. NMLS #10287.
Sell with ease on Zillow
Get a Zillow Showcase℠ listing at no additional cost and you could sell for —faster.
$766,200
2% more+$15,324
With Zillow Showcase(estimated)$781,524