Last Sold Price
3 beds2,453 sqft$173/sqft
279 Market Hill Rd, Amherst, MA 01002

Description

Hidden amongst the whispering pines is this sprawling Raised Ranch. Nested on a 1.16 lot within minutes of Amherst center, area colleges and shopping this pristine home will not disappoint. Offering an open floor plan including vaulted ceilings and large glass windows - the light dances across gleaming hardwood floors. Two fireplaces, built-in bookshelves and remodeled Kitchen and master bath - all a plus! Walking distance to Atkins reservoir and area conservation trails - a short drive to Puffer's...Hidden amongst the whispering pines is this sprawling Raised Ranch. Nested on a 1.16 lot within minutes of Amherst center, area colleges and shopping this pristine home will not disappoint. Offering an open floor plan including vaulted ceilings and large glass windows - the light dances across gleaming hardwood floors. Two fireplaces, built-in bookshelves and remodeled Kitchen and master bath - all a plus! Walking distance to Atkins reservoir and area conservation trails - a short drive to Puffer's Pond and Cushman General Store. A must see for the discriminating buyer.
LISTING CLOSED: 07/25/2017 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Jacqui Zuzgo • 5 College REALTORS®

Property Details for 279 Market Hill Road

Status
MLS #
72124962
Days on Market
25
Taxes
$7,881 / year
HOA Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Single Family / Detached
Year Built
1968
Town
Amherst
Area
MA-Amherst
Architectural Style
Raised Ranch
Style
Raised Ranch
Garage Spaces
2
Open Parking Spaces
4.00
Parking Spaces Total
4

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$480,000

Avg days on market

51

Sale-to-list ratio

94.8%

Amherst, MA

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Location

Listing Courtesy of 5 College REALTORS®, Jacqui Zuzgo

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Building Information for 279 Market Hill Road

Stories-Year Built1968Building Size-Lot Size1.16 AC / 50,520 SF

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$2,816 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,160

Property Taxes

$657

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 279 Market Hill Road

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Walk/Jog Trails, Golf Course, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, University
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 2453.0
  • Color: Brown
  • 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: Amherst
  • High School: Amherst Hs
  • Middle School: Amherst Ms
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Propane Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater
  • Num of Baths: 3.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 2
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • FireplaceFeatures: Family Room, Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Interior Features: Library
  • Laundry Features: In Basement
  • Primary Bath: Yes
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Deck - Wood
  • Lot Description: Wooded, Gentle Sloping
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Wood
  • Roof Material: Shingle
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Forced Air, Propane
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Private Sewerage
  • Water: Private
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Primary Bedroom Level: First Floor
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom2 Level: First
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom3 Level: First
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Flooring - Vinyl
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
  • Bathroom2 Level: First
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Vinyl
  • Bathroom3 Level: Basement
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Deck - Exterior,Exterior Access
  • Dining Room Level: First
Family Room
  • Family Room Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Family Room Level: Basement
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Level: First
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Deck - Exterior,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan
  • Room Living Room Level: First
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
  • Disclosures: Art on both fireplaces will not stay. Preferred closing is end of July 2017.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: M:0003C B:0000 L:0065,3006756
  • Assessments: $371,400
  • Block: 0
  • Book: 7671
  • Lot: 65
  • Map: 3C
  • Tax Year: 2016
  • Zoning: Res
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 3
Other Building Characteristics
  • Accessibility Features: No
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Frontage: 200.00
  • Cooling Zones: 1
  • Heat Zones: 1
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.0
  • Other Agent Compensation: 2.0

Property History for 279 Market Hill Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 25, 2017

Sold

MLS PIN #72124962

$424,900
Mar 9, 2017

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #72124962

Mar 9, 2017

Contingent

MLS PIN #72124962

DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/25/2017

Sold

MLS PIN #72124962

$424,900
03/09/2017

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #72124962

03/09/2017

Contingent

MLS PIN #72124962

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

Public Records for 279 Market Hill Road

Taxable ValueLand$200,600Additions$379,300Total$579,900
Tax Record2025$10,409 ($867 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt1,653 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,653 SqFtStories1Lot Size50,520 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1968CountyHAMPSHIREAPNAMHE M:0003C B:0000 L:0065

Schools near 279 Market Hill Road

This home is within Amherst-Pelham School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Fort River Elementary School
PublicK 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: 279 Market Hill Road, Amherst, MA 01002
$424,900
3
2,453
50,520
$165,000
3
1,850
67,082
$127,000
3
2
1,668
38,658
$520,000
3
2,486
87,120
$241,000
3
1,968
128,937

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Listing Courtesy of 5 College REALTORS®, Jacqui Zuzgo

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