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Last Sold Price
3 beds2,184 sqft

42 Ridgecrest Rd, Amherst, MA 01002

Single FamilyProperty Type
0.34 acresLot Size
1959Year Built
$190/sq ftPrice per sq ft
4 carsParking Spaces

Description

Sophisticated and Stylish ! Architect designed totally remodeled Cape from top to bottom,features open floor plan,state of the art cooks kit. with granite baking center,and gorgeous cherry cook island. Light and bright formal and informal spaces,living rm w/ cathedral ceiling,fireplace w/ built ins,windows with transoms to enjoy the fabulous view and sunsets din. rm w/ fireplace. 1st floor master bedrm, walkin in closet,Oak hardwoods and tile! Just 5 Min's. to U Mass,A must see!Sophisticated and Stylish ! Architect designed totally remodeled Cape from top to bottom,features open floor plan,state of the art cooks kit. with granite baking center,and gorgeous cherry cook island. Light and bright formal and informal spaces,living rm w/ cathedral ceiling,fireplace w/ built ins,windows with transoms to enjoy the fabulous view and sunsets din. rm w/ fireplace. 1st floor master bedrm, walkin in closet,Oak hardwoods and tile! Just 5 Min's. to U Mass,A must see!
  • Listed by: Nancy L. Dickinson • Gallagher Real Estate
Listing closed: 06/14/2013 12:00 AM • Source: MLS PIN, MLS#: 71511555
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Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$455,000

Avg days on market

50

Sale-to-list ratio

98.6%

Amherst, MA

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Location

Listing Courtesy of Gallagher Real Estate, Nancy L. Dickinson

Sold By 5 College REALTORS®, Gregory Haughton

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Property Information for 42 Ridgecrest Road

Property Details

  • Taxes: $5,880 / year
  • MLS Type: Single Family / Detached
  • Town: Amherst
  • MLS Area: North Amherst
  • Area: MA-Amherst-North Amherst, MA-Amherst
  • Architectural Style: Cape
  • Style: Garden, Cape
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Spaces Total: 4

Building Information

  • Year Built: 1959
  • Lot Size: 0.34 AC / 14,700 SF

General Details

Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Walk/Jog Trails, Stables, Conservation Area
  • Current Financing: Cash
  • Living Area: 2184.0
  • Color: Gray
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate,Renovated Since
  • Year Built Source: Public Records

Features

Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Utility Connections for Electric Range, Utility Connections for Electric Oven, Utility Connections for Electric Dryer
  • Basement Features: Full, Partially Finished, Interior Access, Bulkhead
  • Num of Baths: 3.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 2
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • DoorFeatures: Insulated Doors, Storm Door(s)
  • FireplaceFeatures: Dining Room, Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Interior Features: Closet, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Entry Hall, Game Room
  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • SpaYN: Yes
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows, Screens
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame, Block
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters, Storage Shed, Professional Landscaping, Decorative Lighting, Garden
  • Exterior Features: City View(s), Screens, Storage Shed, Professional Landscaping, Decorative Lighting, Garden Area, Porch, Patio
  • Lot Description: Level
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Patio
  • Roof Material: Shingle
  • View: City View(s), City
  • View: Yes
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Tandem
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Tandem
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Tandem
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat
  • Heating: Forced Air, Oil, Propane, Fireplace
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Water: Public

Room Information

Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,High Speed Internet Hookup,Remodeled
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Main
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Attic Access,Remodeled
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Remodeled
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub,Closet - Linen,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Countertops - Upgraded,Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub,Enclosed Shower - Fiberglass,Cabinets - Upgraded,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Half,Closet - Linen,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Countertops - Upgraded,Cabinets - Upgraded,Dryer Hookup - Electric,Remodeled,Washer Hookup
  • Bathroom2 Level: First
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet - Linen,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Countertops - Upgraded,Enclosed Shower - Fiberglass,Cabinets - Upgraded
  • Bathroom3 Level: Second
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Chair Rail,Open Floorplan,Remodeled
  • Dining Room Level: Main
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Countertops - Upgraded,Kitchen Island,Cabinets - Upgraded,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled
  • Kitchen Level: Main
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s),Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Cable Hookup,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Slider
  • Room Living Room Level: Main

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: Microwave on microwave shelf does not remain.Propane fuel heats fireplace in liv. rm.tank leased.
Tax Information
  • Listing Terms: Contract
  • Tax ID: M:0005D B:0000 L:0033,3007333
  • Assessments: $0
  • Book: 6384
  • Lot: 33
  • Map: 5D
  • Tax Year: 2013
  • Zoning: Res

Building / Association Information

Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 3
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Block
  • Frontage: 98.00
  • Cooling Zones: 1
  • Heat Zones: 1

Market and Agent Information

Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2
  • Other Agent Compensation: 1.5

Property History for 42 Ridgecrest Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 14, 2013

Sold

MLS PIN #71511555

$416,000—
Apr 30, 2013

Contingent

MLS PIN #71511555

—
Apr 19, 2013

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71511555

$415,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/14/2013

Sold

MLS PIN #71511555

$416,000
04/30/2013

Contingent

MLS PIN #71511555

—
04/19/2013

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71511555

$415,000

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

Public Records for 42 Ridgecrest Road

Taxable Value

Land

$157,200

Additions

$434,800
Total$592,000

Tax Record

2025

$10,626 ($886 / month)

Home Facts

Beds

3

Baths

2.5

Total Finished SqFt

2,184 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

2,184 SqFt

Stories

2

Lot Size

14,700 SqFt

Style

Single Family Residence

Year Built

1959

County

HAMPSHIRE

APN

AMHE M:0005D B:0000 L:0033

Schools near 42 Ridgecrest 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
Wildwood Elementary School
PublicK to 6

Amherst Regional Middle School
Public7 to 8

Amherst Regional High School
Public9 to 12

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 42 Ridgecrest Road, Amherst, MA 01002
$416,000
3
2,184
14,700
$365,000
3
1,694
14,700
$516,000
3
1,696
14,625
$405,000
5
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17,150
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14,700

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