257 Main Street

Amherst, MA 01002

$1,988,000
Price
10
Beds
9
Baths
1
1/2 Bath
4,743 Sq. Ft.
$419 / Sq. Ft.
4,743
Sq. Ft.
$419
per Sq. Ft.

Description

A unique opportunity to own a piece of Amherst History. This Victorian home located across the street from the historic Emily Dickinson Homestead. Steeped in history and lovingly restored this home has many original details. Currently run as a Bed & Breakfast, however, would be an incredible HOME. Gracious front foyer to greet guests. Grand living room and large dining room both sporting fireplaces allow gracious entertaining. Original butler's pantry connects dining room with kitchen. Cooks kitchen...A unique opportunity to own a piece of Amherst History. This Victorian home located across the street from the historic Emily Dickinson Homestead. Steeped in history and lovingly restored this home has many original details. Currently run as a Bed & Breakfast, however, would be an incredible HOME. Gracious front foyer to greet guests. Grand living room and large dining room both sporting fireplaces allow gracious entertaining. Original butler's pantry connects dining room with kitchen. Cooks kitchen with six burner gas stove, counter bar, quartz countertops and pantry with two washers & dryers. First floor has two bedrooms suites that could be converted into shared living areas. Second floor sports six bedrooms and all but one have en suite baths Top floor, former maid's quarters, has two bedrooms, sitting room, a full bath with tub & large attic storage area. Home has central A/C, and natural gas heat. Come live in the grandeur of yesteryear with todays modern conveniences
  1. Listed by Nancy Hamel • William Raveis R.E. & Home Services

Property Details for 257 Main Street

Town
Amherst
Area
MA-Amherst
Architectural Style
Victorian
Style
Garden, Victorian
Garage Spaces
1
Parking Spaces
8.00
Parking Spaces Total
9

Location

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Property Details for 257 Main Street

StatusActive
MLS #73221231
Days on Market21
Taxes$14,625 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1878
CountyHampshire County

Location

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Building Information for 257 Main Street

Stories-Year Built1878Building Size-Lot Size0.88 AC / 38,387 SF

Payment Calculator

$12,068 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$10,849

Property Taxes

$1,219

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 257 Main Street

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, House of Worship, Private School, Other (See Remarks)
  • Living Area: 4743.0
  • Color: Blue
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • High School: Arhs
  • Middle School: Amherst Middle
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood, Other
  • Basement Features: Full, Partially Finished, Walk Out, Interior Access, Garage Access, Concrete Floor, Unfinished Basement
  • Num of Baths: 10.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 9
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 9.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 10
  • DoorFeatures: Storm Door(s)
  • FireplaceFeatures: Dining Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 5
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Flooring - Wood, Laminate
  • Interior Features: Bathroom - 3/4, Closet, Bedroom, Sitting Room, Walk-up Attic, Internet Available - Fiber-Optic, Other(See Remarks)
  • Interior Features: Internet Available - Fiber-Optic, Other(See Remarks)
  • Laundry Features: First Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Storm Window(s), Screens
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Permeable Paving, Porch, Porch - Screened, Rain Gutters, Storage Shed, Professional Landscaping, Screens, Garden, Other (See Remarks)
  • Exterior Features: Screens, Storage Shed, Professional Landscaping, Garden Area, Other (See Remarks), Porch, Porch - Screened
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot, Level, Other
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Screened
  • Roof Material: Slate, Rubber
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Under, Storage, Side Entry, Off-Street, Improved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Under, Storage, Side Entry, Off-Street, Improved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Side Entry, Off-Street, Improved Driveway, Permeable Pavement
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air, Ductless Mini-Split System
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service, Other (See Remarks)
  • Heating: Central, Hot Water, Natural Gas, Fireplace(s), Fireplace
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 240.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 15.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Main, First Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 16.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 210.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom2 Length: 14.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Main,First
  • Bedroom2 Width: 15.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 285.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Fireplace,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Bedroom3 Length: 19.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 15.0
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Area: 240.0
  • Bedroom4 Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Bedroom4 Length: 16.0
  • Bedroom4 Level: Second
  • Bedroom4 Width: 15.0
Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom5 Area: 168.0
  • Bedroom5 Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Flooring - Wood
  • Bedroom5 Length: 14.0
  • Bedroom5 Level: Second
  • Bedroom5 Width: 12.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Half
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Level: First
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Level: First
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 280.0
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Wood
  • Dining Room Length: 20.0
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 14.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 228.0
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Breakfast Bar / Nook,Cabinets - Upgraded,Exterior Access,Washer Hookup,Gas Stove,Peninsula,Lighting - Pendant
  • Kitchen Length: 19.0
  • Kitchen Level: Main,First
  • Kitchen Width: 12.0
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 408.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Wood
  • Room Living Room Length: 24.0
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Width: 17.0
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
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Disclosures: Weekday showings 11-5. S.F. APPROX. Closing after 6/3/24. Only pre-qualified buyers. All furnishings included. Electric Fireplaces in most fireplaces and heating some spaces. Fireplaces need to be lined. Many bedroom closets converted into bathrooms. Seller to sell small amount of land. See Agent
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: 3009655
  • Assessments: $790,100
  • Block: 0
  • Book: 4537
  • Lot: 30
  • Map: 14B
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Zoning: 2F-5F
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 10
Other Building Characteristics
  • Accessibility Features: No
  • Foundation: Stone, Brick/Mortar
  • Foundation Area: 0.0
  • Frontage: 162.00
  • Cooling Zones: 1
  • Heat Zones: 1
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2
  • Other Agent Compensation: 2

Property History for 257 Main Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Public Records for 257 Main Street

Taxable ValueLand$189,400Additions$600,700Total$790,100
Tax Record2024$14,625 ($1,219 / month)
Home Facts
Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt4,298 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,298 SqFtStories2Lot Size38,387 SqFtStyleMulti-Family Dwelling (2-4)Year Built1878CountyHAMPSHIREAPNAMHE M:0014B B:0000 L:0030

Schools near 257 Main 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
Rating
School
Distance
Crocker Farm Elementary School
PublicPK to 6

Amherst Regional Middle School
Public7 to 8

Amherst Regional High School
Public9 to 12

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257 Main Street is a single family home for sale in Amherst, MA 01002. This property was listed for sale on April 8, 2024 by William Raveis R.E. & Home Services, it's currently listed at $1,988,000. It has been on the market for a total of 21 days and was last sold on June 22, 1994. This listing's school districts are Amherst-Pelham School District, Amherst School District. Nearby schools include Crocker Farm Elementary School, Amherst Regional Middle School and Amherst Regional High School. 257 Main Street is a 10-bed, 9.5-bath, 4,743 sqft single family home built in 1878.

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