178 Amherst Street

Closed 10/15/20
Closed 10/15/20
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Last Sold Price
$569,000
4 beds5,327 sqft$107/sqft
178 Amherst St, Amherst, NH 03031

Description

Never judge a book by its cover! From the outside this home looks like a cute little cape but walk thru the front door and you will be AMAZED at what you see! Updated from top to bottom there is nothing '58 about this open concept sprawling cape w/versatile floor plan (w/5300+ sqft of living) that could accommodate a multitude of multi-generational living options. The chef's dream kitchen w/gleaming granite counters, custom cabinetry, pot filler, double wall ovens, breakfast bar, 2 sinks & beverage...Never judge a book by its cover! From the outside this home looks like a cute little cape but walk thru the front door and you will be AMAZED at what you see! Updated from top to bottom there is nothing '58 about this open concept sprawling cape w/versatile floor plan (w/5300+ sqft of living) that could accommodate a multitude of multi-generational living options. The chef's dream kitchen w/gleaming granite counters, custom cabinetry, pot filler, double wall ovens, breakfast bar, 2 sinks & beverage fridge is open to the family rm & there is a breakfast nook overlooking the private, fenced in backyard. The living room w/wood FP is open to this space - ideal for entertaining w/plenty of space to keep your social distance too! There is also an office, full bath, incredible laundry room & bonus room with soaring ceilings and access to the 3 season porch on the 1st floor. Head to the palatial master on the 2nd floor w/sitting area, gas fireplace, huge walk-in closet & incredible master bath w/custom multi-headed tiled shower, jetted tub & double vanities. 2 more spacious bedrooms & a full bath complete the 2nd floor. Head to the basement to find 2 more bedroom options, living room, kitchenette & 3/4 bath - ideal as a potential in-law or au-pair suite w/direct access to a private patio area & the backyard. There is a 1 car attached garage PLUS a carriage house w/1 car garage & 2 rooms (with heat and a wall A/C) In home business potential??! The opportunities are endless!
LISTING CLOSED: 10/15/2020 12:00 AM

    Sold By Bean Group / Amherst

    Property Details for 178 Amherst Street

    Status
    Closed
    MLS #
    4821224
    Days on Market
    19
    Taxes
    $12,526 / year
    HOA Fees
    -
    Condo/Co-op Fees
    -
    Property Type
    Single Family
    MLS Type
    Residential / Single Family
    Year Built
    1958
    Lot Size
    0.72 AC / 31,363 SF
    County
    Hillsborough County
    Zoning
    Historic Residential
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    Building Information for 178 Amherst Street

    Stories1Year Built1958Building Size-Lot Size0.72 AC / 31,363 SF

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    Property Information for 178 Amherst Street

    Summary
    Location and General Information
    • Area Description: Historic District
    • City: Amherst
    • County: NH-Hillsborough
    • Directions: Route 122 to Amherst Street. House is across the street from the police station.
    • Latitude: 42.865543362816652
    • Longitude: -71.616475626983643
    • Road Frontage: TBD
    • Seasonal: No
    • State: NH
    • Street Designation: Street
    • Map: 18
    • Zip: 03031
    Taxes and HOA Information
    • Tax - Gross Amount: $12,526.00
    • Tax Year: 2019
    • Taxes TBD: No
    School Information
    • School - High: Souhegan High School
    • School - District: Souhegan Cooperative
    • School - Elementary: Wilkins Elementary School
    • School - Middle/Jr: Amherst Middle
    Parking
    • Garage: Yes
    • Garage Capacity: 1.00
    • Driveway: Paved
    Property
    Lot Information
    • Block: 007
    • Lot: 00
    • Lot - Sqft: 31363.0
    • Lot Size Acres: 0.72
    • Square Feet Apx Finished Above Grade: 3627.0
    • Square Feet Apx Finished AG Source: Public Records
    • Square Feet Apx Finished Below Grade: 1700.0
    • Square Feet Apx Finished BG Source: Public Records
    • Square Feet Apx Total: 5651.0
    • Square Feet Apx Total Finished: 5327.0
    • Square Feet Apx Unfinished Above Grade: 0.0
    • Square Feet Apx Unfinished Below Grade: 324.0
    • Square Feet Apx Unfinished BG Source: Public Records
    Property and Assessments
    • Property Class: Residential
    • Property Type: Single Family
    • Construction Status: Existing
    • Flood Zone: No
    • Foundation: Concrete
    • PreConstruction: No
    • Surveyed: Yes
    • Year Built: 1958
    Utilities
    • Electric: Circuit Breaker(s)
    • Sewer: Concrete, Leach Field, Private, Septic
    • Utilities: Cable, Internet - Cable
    Interior and Exterior Features
    Exterior Features
    • Color: White
    • Features - Accessibility: 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Hrd Surfce Flr, Paved Parking, 1st Floor Laundry
    • Features - Exterior: Deck, Fence - Partial, Outbuilding, Patio, Porch - Enclosed
    • Roads: Paved, Public
    • Roof: Shingle - Asphalt
    Interior Features
    • Appliances: Cooktop - Gas, Dishwasher, Exhaust Hood, Microwave, Oven - Double, Oven - Wall, Refrigerator, Wine Cooler
    • Basement: Yes
    • Basement Access Type: Walkout
    • Basement Description: Daylight, Finished, Full, Stairs - Interior, Storage Space, Sump Pump, Walkout
    • Baths - Total: 4
    • Baths - Full: 3
    • Half Baths: 0
    • One Quarter Baths: 0
    • Three Quarter Bath: 1
    • Rooms - Total: 13
    • Rooms: Level 1: Level 1: Bath - Full, Level 1: Family Room, Level 1: Kitchen, Level 1: Kitchen/Dining, Level 1: Laundry Room, Level 1: Living Room, Level 1: Office/Study, Level 1: Other, Level 1: Studio
    • Rooms: Level 2: Level 2: Bedroom, Level 2: Bath - Full, Level 2: Master Bedroom
    • Rooms: Level B: Level B: Bedroom, Level B: Bath - 3/4, Level B: Den, Level B: Kitchen/Living, Level B: Other
    • Bedrooms - Total: 4
    • Equipment: Irrigation System, Radon Mitigation, Security System
    • Features - Interior: Ceiling Fan, Fireplace - Gas, Fireplace - Wood, Fireplaces - 2, Kitchen Island, Master BR w/ BA, Skylight, Soaking Tub, Walk-in Closet, Laundry - 1st Floor
    • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
    • Heat Fuel: Gas - LP/Bottle
    • Heating: Hot Air, Multi Zone
    • Cooling: Central AC
    • Total Stories: 1.75
    Room Information
    Room 1
    • Room Dimensions: 23'6 x 13'10
    • Room Level: 1
    • Room Type: Kitchen
    Room 2
    • Room Dimensions: 11'9 x 8'
    • Room Level: 1
    • Room Type: Kitchen/Dining
    Room 3
    • Room Dimensions: 23'6 x 20'
    • Room Level: 1
    • Room Type: Family Room
    Room 4
    • Room Dimensions: 23'10 x 12'3
    • Room Level: 1
    • Room Type: Living Room
    Room 5
    • Room Dimensions: 13'3 x 12'10
    • Room Level: 1
    • Room Type: Office/Study
    Room 6
    • Room Dimensions: 17'1 x 15'5
    • Room Level: 1
    • Room Type: Other
    Room 7
    • Room Dimensions: 21' x 21'5 + 11'9 x 7'5
    • Room Level: 2
    • Room Type: Master Bedroom
    Room 8
    • Room Dimensions: 18' x 12'2
    • Room Level: 2
    • Room Type: Bedroom
    Room 9
    • Room Dimensions: 18' x 10'11
    • Room Level: 2
    • Room Type: Bedroom
    Room 10
    • Room Dimensions: 21' x 14'
    • Room Level: Basement
    • Room Type: Bedroom
    Room 11
    • Room Dimensions: 21'4 x 19'
    • Room Level: Basement
    • Room Type: Kitchen/Living
    Room 12
    • Room Dimensions: 14'5 x 10'6
    • Room Level: Basement
    • Room Type: Other
    Room 13
    • Room Dimensions: 21'6 x 10'
    • Room Level: Basement
    • Room Type: Den
    Room 14
    • Room Dimensions: 10'2 x 9'8
    • Room Level: 1
    • Room Type: Laundry Room
    Room 15
    • Room Level: 1
    • Room Type: Bath - Full
    Room 16
    • Room Level: 2
    • Room Type: Bath - Full
    Room 17
    • Room Level: 2
    • Room Type: Bath - Full
    Room 18
    • Room Level: Basement
    • Room Type: Bath - 3/4
    Room 19
    • Room Dimensions: 14' x 9'
    • Room Level: 1
    • Room Type: Studio
    Room 20
    • Room Dimensions: 13'4 x 13'
    • Room Level: 1
    • Room Type: Studio

    Property History for 178 Amherst Street

    DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
    Oct 15, 2020

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #680286430

    		$569,000

    +5.7% / yr

    Oct 15, 2020

    Sold

    New England Real Estate Network #4821224

    		$569,000—
    Aug 7, 2020

    Listed (Active)

    New England Real Estate Network #4821224

    		$569,000—
    DateEvent & SourcePrice
    10/15/2020

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #680286430

    $569,000

    +5.7% / yr

    10/15/2020

    Sold

    New England Real Estate Network #4821224

    $569,000
    08/07/2020

    Listed (Active)

    New England Real Estate Network #4821224

    $569,000

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

    Public Records for 178 Amherst Street

    Taxable ValueLand$111,100Additions$481,600Total$592,700
    Tax Record2025$14,213 ($1,184 / month)
    Home Facts
    Beds4Baths4Total Finished SqFt3,627 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,627 SqFtStories2Lot Size31,363 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1958Year Renovated1958ZoningHCountyHILLSBOROUGHAPNAMHS M:018 B:007 L:000

    Schools near 178 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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