390 Shays St

1,290 Sq. Ft.
$379 / Sq. Ft.
1,290
Sq. Ft.
$379
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Built in 1956, this cheerful, classic cape is situated in a desirable South Amherst neighborhood. The original hardwood floors, built-ins, sun-drenched rooms, and cozy floor plan give this house warmth and charm. The first floor offers living/dining spaces, a bedroom, a full bath, and a kitchen. Upstairs, you'll find two generous bedrooms and a space suitable for a home office or potential second bathroom. A walkout basement offers easy access to the ¾-acre plot with mature shade trees, plantings,...Built in 1956, this cheerful, classic cape is situated in a desirable South Amherst neighborhood. The original hardwood floors, built-ins, sun-drenched rooms, and cozy floor plan give this house warmth and charm. The first floor offers living/dining spaces, a bedroom, a full bath, and a kitchen. Upstairs, you'll find two generous bedrooms and a space suitable for a home office or potential second bathroom. A walkout basement offers easy access to the ¾-acre plot with mature shade trees, plantings, stone walls, and unbridled potential. Shays Street is easily commutable, close to public transportation, and is lined with sidewalks perfect for a stroll. Close to Amherst shops, restaurants, and amenities, it's an unbeatable location. Come experience all this home has to offer at the open house Sat 4/11, 11 am-1 pm.
  1. Listed by Alexis Noyes • Brick & Mortar Northampton

Property Details for 390 Shays Street

Town
Amherst
Area
MA-Amherst
Architectural Style
Cape
Style
Cape
Garage Spaces
0
Open Parking Spaces
4.00
Parking Spaces Total
4
LISTING UPDATED: 04/16/2026 07:25 PM

Property Details for 390 Shays Street

StatusActive
MLS #73498960
Days on Market12
Taxes$7,974 / year
HOA Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1956
CountyHampshire County

Location

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Building Information for 390 Shays Street

Stories-Year Built1956Building Size-Lot Size0.74 AC / 32,400 SF

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$3,127 per month

30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,462

Property Taxes

$665

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 390 Shays Street

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf Course, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, University
  • Living Area: 1290.0
  • Color: White
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
  • Basement Features: Full, Walk Out, Interior Access, Concrete Floor
  • Num of Baths: 1.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 1
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • DoorFeatures: Storm Door(s)
  • FireplaceYN: No
  • Fireplaces: 0
  • Flooring: Wood, Vinyl, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Office
  • Laundry Features: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Primary Bath: No
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Screens
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters, Storage Shed, Screens, Stone Wall
  • Exterior Features: Screens, Storage Shed, Stone Wall
  • Lot Description: Cleared, Gentle Sloping
  • Roof Material: Shingle
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling: No
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Forced Air, Oil
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Private Sewerage
  • Utility Connections: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Features: Closet,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom3 Level: First
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Vinyl
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Dining Room Level: First
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Vinyl,Exterior Access
  • Kitchen Level: First
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Exterior Access
  • Room Living Room Level: First
Other Room 1
  • Room Office Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Office Level: Second
Property Information
Property Info
  • UFFI: Unknown
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
  • Disclosures: Sellers have never resided in property. Furnace is original. Minor seepage in basement during heavy rain/thaw. Shed as is. One broken window pane. Some two-prong outlets. Septic is a pump system (2021). Per previous owner- water tank (98'),original windows,main roof 2003,dormer 1995.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: M:0020D B:0000 L:0016,3012107
  • Assessments: $471,600
  • Book: 14329
  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Zoning: RN20/21
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 3
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Block
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 390 Shays Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 9, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73498960

$489,000
Oct 29, 2021

Sold

MLS PIN #72893622

$370,000
Sep 19, 2021

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #72893622

DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/09/2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73498960

$489,000
10/29/2021

Sold

MLS PIN #72893622

$370,000
09/19/2021

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #72893622

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

Public Records for 390 Shays Street

Taxable ValueLand$196,000Additions$212,600Total$408,600
Tax Record2024$7,563 ($630 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,290 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,290 SqFtStories2Lot Size32,400 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1956CountyHAMPSHIREAPNAMHE M:0020D B:0000 L:0016

Schools near 390 Shays Street

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
Private - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Crocker Farm Elementary School
PublicPK to 6

Amherst Regional Middle School
Public7 to 8

Amherst Regional High School
Public9 to 12

Amherst Montessori School
PrivateK to 5

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390 Shays Street is a single family home for sale in Amherst, MA 01002. This property was listed for sale on April 9, 2026 by Brick & Mortar Northampton, it's currently listed at $489,000. It has been on the market for a total of 12 days and was last sold on October 29, 2021. This listing's school districts are Amherst School District, Amherst-Pelham School District. Nearby schools include Crocker Farm Elementary School, Amherst Regional Middle School and Amherst Regional High School. 390 Shays Street is a 3-bed, 1-bath, 1,290 sqft single family home built in 1956.

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