166 Amherst St

Amherst, NH 03031

$1,499,000
Price
3
Beds
2,775 Sq. Ft.
$540 / Sq. Ft.
2,775
Sq. Ft.
$540
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Opportunities like this are extremely rare in Amherst. Set on 4.3± acres just minutes from the Town Common and downtown, this meticulously maintained, one-owner property offers a unique blend of privacy, usability, and convenience. The home features 3 bedrooms with a 4-bedroom approved septic system, offering flexibility for future expansion or potential ADU (subject to approvals). A spacious great room with gas stove anchors the home, complemented by a screened porch and a classic front farmer’s...Opportunities like this are extremely rare in Amherst. Set on 4.3± acres just minutes from the Town Common and downtown, this meticulously maintained, one-owner property offers a unique blend of privacy, usability, and convenience. The home features 3 bedrooms with a 4-bedroom approved septic system, offering flexibility for future expansion or potential ADU (subject to approvals). A spacious great room with gas stove anchors the home, complemented by a screened porch and a classic front farmer’s porch with a 6-person hot tub. An attached oversized 3-car garage provides excellent functionality. The land is mostly level and highly usable, with a scenic brook running through the property. Additional improvements include a detached 3-car garage and a 2-story heated barn engineered for strength, durability, and long-term use—ideal for car collectors, storage, equipment, workshop space, or potential equestrian use. Town-approved small excavation business use is allowed, subject to variance conditions, making this an ideal setup for contractors, landscapers, or trades. Check with town for other approved home business uses. A rare opportunity offering space, versatility, and a prime Amherst location just minutes from downtown amenities.
  1. Listed by Tim McGibbon • Gibson Sotheby's International Realty • Cell: 603-400-5180

Property Details for 166 Amherst Street

Water Body Type
Brook/Stream
Zoning
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LISTING UPDATED: 04/05/2026 05:50 PM

Property Details for 166 Amherst Street

StatusActive
MLS #5081601
Days on Market5
Taxes$15,836 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family
Year Built1996
Lot Size4.30 AC / 187,308 SF
CountyHillsborough County
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Location

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Building Information for 166 Amherst Street

Stories1Year Built1996Building Size-Lot Size4.30 AC / 187,308 SF

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$7,548

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Property Information for 166 Amherst Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Amherst
  • County: NH-Hillsborough
  • Directions: GPS Friendly
  • Latitude: 42.863081000001003
  • Longitude: -71.619365999999999
  • Road Frontage: Yes
  • Seasonal: No
  • State: NH
  • Street Designation: Street
  • Map: 018
  • Zip Code: 03031
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Taxes TBD: Yes
Parking
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Capacity: 14.00
  • Driveway: Circular, Gravel
Property
Lot Information
  • Block: 047
  • Lot: 000
  • Lot Features: Country Setting, Landscaped, Level, Stream, Wooded, In Town, Neighborhood, Near School(s), Private
  • Lot Size Acres: 4.3
  • Road Frontage Length: 242.0
  • Water Body Access: Yes
  • Water Body Name: Beaver Brook
  • Total Finished Area: 2775.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2550.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Source: Measured
  • Above Grade Unfinished Area: 244.0
  • AboveGradeUnfinishedAreaSource: Measured
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 225.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area Source: Measured
  • Below Grade Unfinished Area: 1724.0
  • BelowGradeUnfinishedAreaSource: Measured
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 187308.0
  • Total Area: 4743.0
Property and Assessments
  • Property Class: Residential
  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Easements: Yes
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Owned Land: Yes
  • PreConstruction: No
  • Surveyed: Yes
  • Water Body Restrictions: Unknown
  • Year Built: 1996
  • School District: Amherst Sch District SAU #39
  • High School: Souhegan High School
  • Middle/Jr School: Amherst Middle
  • Elementary School: Amherst Street Elementary Sch
Utilities
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breaker(s), Generator Ready, Underground
  • Sewer: 1500+ Gallon
  • Water Source: Public
  • Utilities: Cable, Underground Utilities
  • Water Access Details: Directly Adjoining
  • Internet: High Speed Intrnt Avail
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Roof: Metal, Architectural Shingle
Interior Features
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Access Type: Walkout
  • Basement Description: Climate Controlled, Concrete, Daylight, Full, Insulated, Partially Finished, Interior Stairs, Storage Space, Walkout, Interior Access, Exterior Access
  • Rooms: Level 1: Level 1: 1/2 Bathroom, Level 1: Foyer, Level 1: Kitchen, Level 1: Living/Dining, Level 1: Living Room, Level 1: Mudroom, Level 1: Office/Study, Level 1: Sunroom
  • Rooms: Level 2: Level 2: Bedroom, Level 2: Full Bathroom, Level 2: Primary Bedroom
  • Rooms: Level B: Level B: Bonus Room, Level B: Mudroom, Level B: Utility Room
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
  • Heating: Oil, Forced Air, Gas Fireplace
  • Cooling: Central AC
  • Total Stories: 1.75
  • Rooms Total: 8
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms One Quarter: 0
  • Bathrooms Three Quarter: 0
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bathrooms Total: 3
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 27'2 x 13'5
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 14'1 x 13'6
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Sunroom
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 5'6 x 8'3
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Mudroom
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 8'5 x 3'2
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Bathroom Half
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 14'8 x 13'2
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Foyer
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 13'4 x 9'4
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Office/Study
Room 7
  • Room Dimensions: 17'5 x 13'4
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 8
  • Room Dimensions: 30'6 x 15'6
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Living/Dining
Room 9
  • Room Dimensions: 8'2 x 7'4
  • Room Level: 2
  • Room Type: Bathroom Full
Room 10
  • Room Dimensions: 9'6 x 8'4
  • Room Level: 2
  • Room Type: Bathroom Full
Room 11
  • Room Dimensions: 18'5 x 13'1
  • Room Level: 2
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 12
  • Room Dimensions: 14'4 x 9'6
  • Room Level: 2
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 13
  • Room Dimensions: 13'8 x 13'4
  • Room Level: 2
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 14
  • Room Dimensions: 17'6 x 17
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Bonus Room
Room 15
  • Room Dimensions: 26'5 x 13'2
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Utility Room
Room 16
  • Room Dimensions: 13'11 x 8'10
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Mudroom

Property History for 166 Amherst Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 1, 2026

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #5081601

$1,499,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/01/2026

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #5081601

$1,499,000

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

Public Records for 166 Amherst Street

Taxable ValueLand$152,600Additions$507,800Total$660,400
Tax Record2025$15,836 ($1,320 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,456 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,456 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt616 SqFtStories2Lot Size187,308 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1996ZoningHCountyHILLSBOROUGHAPNAMHS M:018 B:047 L:000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 166 Amherst Street

This home is within Amherst School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Clark-Wilkins School
Public - PK to 4
Amherst Middle School
Public - 5 to 8
Souhegan Coop High School
Public - 9 to 12
Clark School
Public - K to 1
Rating
School
Distance
Clark-Wilkins School
PublicPK to 4

Amherst Middle School
Public5 to 8

Souhegan Coop High School
Public9 to 12

Clark School
PublicK to 1

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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More information about 166 Amherst Street, Amherst, NH 03031

166 Amherst Street is a single family home for sale in Amherst, NH 03031. This property was listed for sale on April 1, 2026 by Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, it's currently listed at $1,499,000. This listing's school districts are Souhegan Cooperative School District, Amherst School District. Nearby schools include Clark-Wilkins School, Amherst Middle School and Souhegan Coop High School. 166 Amherst Street is a 3-bed, 3-bath, 2,775 sqft single family home built in 1996.

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