3 beds2,181 sqft$339/sqft
494 Station Rd, Amherst, MA 01002
Est: $4,762/moGet pre-approved

Description

Tucked into the woods of South Amherst on a .7-acre lot, a spacious, Contemporary home offers comfort and flexibility that blends craftmanship with artistic updates. The first level organizes the flow from entry to living, dining, kitchen and to three season porch. The living room features a vaulted ceiling with a bank of south facing windows. The dining area is anchored by a handcrafted stone fireplace. A large eat-in kitchen is steps away with plenty of cabinet space, granite countertops, a walk-in...Tucked into the woods of South Amherst on a .7-acre lot, a spacious, Contemporary home offers comfort and flexibility that blends craftmanship with artistic updates. The first level organizes the flow from entry to living, dining, kitchen and to three season porch. The living room features a vaulted ceiling with a bank of south facing windows. The dining area is anchored by a handcrafted stone fireplace. A large eat-in kitchen is steps away with plenty of cabinet space, granite countertops, a walk-in pantry and two additional storage closets. An additional multi-use room with full bath attached completes the first floor. Upstairs the expanded primary bedroom with sitting area has a raised ceiling, Palladian windows, a walk-in closet and en-suite bath. A second bedroom has a walk-in closet and en-suite bath. The lower-level functions as a bedroom or private guest suite with new windows, dressing/closet area and ensuite bath. Striking Goshen stone steps and walkways distinguish the three entries to the house. Mature trees and landscaping frame the front and back yards. An over-sized garage offers potential work and storage spaces. The Amherst Center is close by, the Norwottuck Rail Trail and Robert Frost Trails are minutes away from this most desirable location.
LISTING UPDATED: 08/05/2026 05:02 PM

  1. Listed by Sally Malsch • 5 College REALTORS®

Property Details for 494 Station Road

Status
MLS #
73559721
Days on Market
Listed Today
Taxes
$12,012 / year
HOA Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Single Family / Detached
Year Built
1983
Town
Amherst
MLS Area
South Amherst
Area
MA-Amherst-South Amherst, MA-Amherst
Architectural Style
Contemporary
Style
Garden, Contemporary
Garage Spaces
2
Open Parking Spaces
3.00
Parking Spaces Total
5

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Building Information for 494 Station Road

Stories-Year Built1983Building Size-Lot Size0.70 AC / 30,622 SF

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$4,762 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,761

Property Taxes

$1,001

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 494 Station Road

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Private School, Public School, University
  • Living Area: 2181.0
  • Color: gray
  • SqFt with Basement: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Fort River
  • High School: Amherst Reg Hs
  • Middle School: Amherst Reg Ms
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Other
  • Basement Features: Full, Partially Finished, Interior Access, Bulkhead, Radon Remediation System
  • Num of Baths: 4.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 4
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 4.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 4
  • FireplaceFeatures: Dining Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Interior Features: Bathroom - 3/4, Ceiling Fan(s), Beamed Ceilings, Dining Area, Closet, Cable Hookup, Bathroom, Sun Room, Office, Entry Hall, Internet Available - Broadband
  • Interior Features: Internet Available - Broadband, Security System
  • Laundry Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Storm Window(s)
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Patio, Rain Gutters, Garden
  • Exterior Features: Garden Area, Patio
  • Lot Description: Wooded, Gentle Sloping, Level
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch - Enclosed, Patio
  • Roof Material: Shingle
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Heated, Side Entry, Insulated, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Deeded, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Heated, Side Entry, Insulated, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Deeded, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Heated, Side Entry, Off-Street, Deeded, Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: 110 Volts, 220 Volts, Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat
  • Heating: Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Inspection Required for Sale, Private Sewerage
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Window(s) - Picture,Recessed Lighting,Closet - Double
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Walk-In Closet(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Window(s) - Picture,Dressing Room,Lighting - Overhead
  • Bedroom3 Level: Basement
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub,Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Lighting - Overhead,Soaking Tub
  • Bathroom1 Level: Second
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Bathroom - With Shower Stall,Ceiling Fan(s),Closet - Linen,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Lighting - Overhead
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Vinyl,Lighting - Overhead
  • Bathroom3 Level: Main,First
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Open Floorplan,Lighting - Overhead
  • Dining Room Level: Main,First
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Dining Area,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting,Peninsula,Lighting - Overhead,Closet - Double
  • Kitchen Level: Main,First
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s),Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Cable Hookup,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan,Lighting - Overhead
  • Room Living Room Level: Main,First
Other Room 1
  • Room Office Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Cable Hookup
  • Room Office Level: Main
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: NEW IN 2026: ROOF,WINDOWS AND SILL AND SIDING REPLACEMENTS. Septic system has new 1500 gallon tank. Town records indicate 4 bedroom house; original septic is for 3 bedroom design (cf. Title 5). Enclosed sunroom is 18'x16'.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: M:0021D B:0000 L:0001,3012424
  • Assessments: $700,900
  • Book: 9562
  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Zoning: RN
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 3
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Frontage: 150.00
  • Cooling Zones: 3
  • Heat Zones: 3
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Security: Security System
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 494 Station Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 5, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73559721

$739,900
May 11, 2026

Canceled

MLS PIN #73493795

$729,900
May 5, 2026

Contingent

MLS PIN #73493795

DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/05/2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73559721

$739,900
05/11/2026

Canceled

MLS PIN #73493795

$729,900
05/05/2026

Contingent

MLS PIN #73493795

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

Public Records for 494 Station Road

Taxable ValueLand$217,600Additions$426,800Total$644,400
Tax Record2025$11,567 ($964 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths4Total Finished SqFt1,968 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,968 SqFtStories2Lot Size30,622 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1983CountyHAMPSHIREAPNAMHE M:0021D B:0000 L:0001

Schools near 494 Station 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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494 Station Road is a single family home for sale in Amherst, MA 01002. This listing's school districts are Amherst School District, Amherst-Pelham School District. Nearby schools include Fort River Elementary School, Amherst Regional Middle School and Amherst Regional High School. 494 Station Road is a 3-bed, 4-bath, 2,181 sqft single family home built in 1983.

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