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Last Sold Price
4 beds2,212 sqft
1290 Bay Rd, Amherst, MA 01002
Single FamilyProperty Type
1.14 acresLot Size
1965Year Built
$173/sq ftPrice per sq ft
4 carsParking Spaces

Description

Enjoy country setting, 10 -15 min. from Amherst hub & UMASS. Custom built in 1965 by Stanmar Homes & updated & improved regularly, this 3 level, 2212 SF construction is named the Mid-Century Modern Chalet. Characteristic features are rich, post & beam wood & copious windows which capture distant but distinct northwest views of Amherst College Chapel, UMASS library & Mt. Sugarloaf, as well as 2 decks & 2 enclosed porches which bring the outdoors in and vice versa. In the warmer seasons your functional...Enjoy country setting, 10 -15 min. from Amherst hub & UMASS. Custom built in 1965 by Stanmar Homes & updated & improved regularly, this 3 level, 2212 SF construction is named the Mid-Century Modern Chalet. Characteristic features are rich, post & beam wood & copious windows which capture distant but distinct northwest views of Amherst College Chapel, UMASS library & Mt. Sugarloaf, as well as 2 decks & 2 enclosed porches which bring the outdoors in and vice versa. In the warmer seasons your functional living space expands for entertaining family & friends. Enjoy detached, 2 car garage. The formal entry is through the sunroom to main floor w/ open floor plan that combines spacious, cathedral ceiling LR w/ fireplace + deck, separate dining room & remodeled kitchen + encl. porch. MBR + MBath + fireplace + outside deck are on 2nd level along with 2 other bedrooms & 3/4 bath. 1st level features family room w/ fireplace, 4th bedroom, laundry & 3/4 bath. Robert Frost & M & M trails are nearby
  • Listed by: Sally Malsch • 5 College REALTORS®
Listing closed: 11/16/2018 12:00 AM • Source: MLS PIN, MLS#: 72397083

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$420,000

Avg days on market

42

Sale-to-list ratio

98.2%

Amherst, MA

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Listing Courtesy of 5 College REALTORS®, Sally Malsch

Sold By 5 College REALTORS® Northampton, Sarah Shipman

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Property Information for 1290 Bay Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $5,771 / year
  • MLS Type: Single Family / Detached
  • Town: Amherst
  • Area: MA-Amherst
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary, Other (See Remarks)
  • Style: Contemporary, Other (See Remarks)
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Open Parking Spaces: 4.00
  • Parking Spaces Total: 4
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1965
  • Lot Size: 1.14 AC / 49,658 SF
General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Walk/Jog Trails, Golf Course, Medical Facility, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, University
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 2212.0
  • Color: gray
  • SqFt with Basement: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual,Renovated Since
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Crocker Farm
  • High School: Amherst Reg Hs
  • Middle School: Amherst Reg Ms
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer, Propane Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Utility Connections for Electric Dryer
  • Basement Features: Full, Finished, Walk Out, Interior Access
  • Num of Baths: 3.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 3
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 3.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • FireplaceFeatures: Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Flooring: Vinyl, Carpet, Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Entrance Foyer, Foyer
  • Laundry Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Electric Dryer Hookup, Remodeled, Washer Hookup, First Floor
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows, Screens
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Post & Beam, Vertical Siding
  • Exterior Features: Professional Landscaping, Other (See Remarks)
  • Exterior Features: Screens, Professional Landscaping, Other (See Remarks), Porch - Screened, Deck - Wood
  • Lot Description: Wooded, Gentle Sloping
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch - Enclosed, Screened, Deck - Wood
  • Roof Material: Shingle
  • View: Scenic View(s)
  • View: Yes
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Detached, Side Entry, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Deeded, Improved Driveway, Stone/Gravel
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached, Side Entry, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Deeded, Improved Driveway, Stone/Gravel
  • Parking Features: Side Entry, Off-Street, Deeded, Improved Driveway, Stone/Gravel
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: 110 Volts, 220 Volts, 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Forced Air, Propane
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Private Sewerage
  • Utility Connections: for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Balcony / Deck,Exterior Access,Remodeled
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Bedroom4 Level: First
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Remodeled
  • Bathroom1 Level: Main
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Remodeled
  • Bathroom3 Level: First
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Features: Beamed Ceilings,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Open Floorplan,Remodeled
  • Dining Room Level: Third
Family Room
  • Family Room Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Exterior Access,Remodeled
  • Family Room Level: First
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Balcony / Deck,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,French Doors,Cabinets - Upgraded,Deck - Exterior,Remodeled,Stainless Steel Appliances,Gas Stove,Peninsula
  • Kitchen Level: Main
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Features: Beamed Ceilings,Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Window(s) - Picture,Balcony - Exterior,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan,Remodeled,Slider
  • Room Living Room Level: Main
Property Information
Property Info
  • UFFI: No
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: M:0030B B:0000 L:0037,3013591
  • Assessments: $273,000
  • Book: 1462
  • Tax Year: 2018
  • Zoning: res outlyi
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 4
Other Building Characteristics
  • Accessibility Features: No
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Frontage: 178.00
  • Levels: Multi/Split
  • Cooling Zones: 1
  • Heat Zones: 2
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2
  • Other Agent Compensation: 2

Property History for 1290 Bay Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 16, 2018

Sold

MLS PIN #72397083

$382,500
Sep 27, 2018

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #72397083

Sep 27, 2018

Contingent

MLS PIN #72397083

DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/16/2018

Sold

MLS PIN #72397083

$382,500
09/27/2018

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #72397083

09/27/2018

Contingent

MLS PIN #72397083

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1290 Bay Road

Taxable ValueLand$170,800Additions$328,500Total$499,300
Tax Record2025$90 ($7 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,584 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,584 SqFtStories2Lot Size49,658 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1965Year Renovated1965CountyHAMPSHIREAPNAMHE M:0030B B:0000 L:0037

Schools near 1290 Bay Road

This home is within Amherst-Pelham School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Crocker Farm Elementary School
PublicPK to 6

Amherst Regional Middle School
Public7 to 8

Amherst Regional High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 1290 Bay Road, Amherst, MA 01002
$382,500
4
2,212
49,658
$70,000
3
2,466
61,418
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