Highest and Best due by 5pm on 11/11/25! The Professor’s House Built in 1931, this classic gem embodies timeless New England. Welcome to this lovingly maintained 4-bedroom, 2-bath shingled Cape—a home that blends vintage character with enduring craftsmanship. Ideally located near UMass, downtown Amherst, and local amenities, the property offers the tranquility of countryside living. Inside, you’ll find a quaint kitchen, elegant dining room, and a cozy living room with a fireplace and access to the patio and secret gardens. The main level also includes 2 bedrooms and a full bath, while the second floor offers 2 additional bedrooms, generous closet space, and second full bath. Throughout the home, rich woodwork and original details speak to its history. One-car garage, spacious private yard that provide both comfort and privacy. Once home to beautifully designed English gardens, the property now offers an open lawn—ready for your own vision. A rare opportunity.
Sold for $538,800
$538,800
88 Farview Way, Amherst, MA 01002
4beds
1,381sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1931
0.48 Acres Lot
$542,800 Zestimate®
$390/sqft
$4,018 Estimated rent
Home value
$542,800
$499,000 - $586,000
$4,018/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 21, 2025 at 05:04pm
Listed by:
Kate Hogan 413-687-3599,
Brick & Mortar 413-259-8888
Bought with:
Cynthia O' Hare Owens
5 College REALTORS®
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73452501
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood
- Level: First
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood
- Level: Second
Bedroom 4
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood
- Level: Second
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Wood
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Exterior Access
- Level: First
Heating
- Forced Air, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Flooring: Wood, Vinyl
- Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Bulkhead,Sump Pump
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,381
- Total interior livable area: 1,381 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,381
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Patio
- Exterior features: Porch, Patio, Rain Gutters, Garden, Stone Wall
Lot
- Size: 0.48 Acres
- Features: Cleared, Level
Details
- Parcel number: 3007861
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1931
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Bike Path, Public School, University
Location
- Region: Amherst
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/19/2025 | Sold | $538,800+13.4%$390/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73452501 Report a problem | ||
| 11/7/2025 | Listed for sale | $475,000$344/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73452501 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,620 +2.7% | $424,500 +5.9% |
| 2024 | $7,423 +4.1% | $401,000 +13% |
| 2023 | $7,133 +3.5% | $354,900 +9.5% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 01002
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Wildwood Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 1.1 mi
- 5/10Amherst Regional Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 8/10Amherst Regional High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Wildwood Elementary
- Middle: Amherst Ms
- High: Amherst Hs
Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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