
155 Amity St Amherst — Photo 1 of 36
Recent Drop: $26,000
$699,000
Amherst, MA 01002
Beds
5
Baths
2
SqFt
1,754
Style
Single Family
Built
1910
Excellent LOCATION in the heart of downtown Amherst! Ready for investors or owner-occupants to make it their own, this 5 bedroom, 2 bathroom single-family home is full of opportunity. Hardwood floors and a flexible floor plan shine throughout, with bedrooms on both floors and a full bath on each level. The eat-in kitchen with ample cabinetry, laundry, spacious rooms and side porch offer great bones with plenty of room to add your personal touch. Key updates already done including roof, windows and electric panel, so those big-ticket items are checked off. Outside, you'll love the outdoor space with a large driveway for lots off-street parking, an attached garage and carport ideal for vehicles, storage or hobbies. All of this and more in the middle of it all steps to UMass, Amherst College and free PVTA bus. Enjoy the many restaurants, shops, parks, local cinema, library, live music venue and more right outside of your door. Bring your vision and creativity as the potential is endless!
* Analysis is based on 21 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Amherst, MA.
Range • Dishwasher • Refrigerator
Public Transportation • Shopping • Pool • Tennis Court(s) • Park • Walk/Jog Trails
Flooring - Hardwood
Flooring - Hardwood
Flooring - Hardwood
Flooring - Hardwood
Flooring - Hardwood
Flooring - Wood
Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Wood
Flooring - Wood
Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Flooring - Vinyl
Was $725,000
Jul 6, 2026
MLS® 73537461
Jun 17, 2026
MLS® 73537461
Aug 26, 2025
MLS® 73371456
May 7, 2025
MLS® 73371456
26,370
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)
$71K
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)
53.0%
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)
384 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (+45% vs the prior 12 months) — 272 in 5+ unit buildings
U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jun '26)
Massachusetts allows one accessory dwelling unit by right in single-family zoning districts statewide (M.G.L. c. 40A §3; 760 CMR 71.00, effective Feb 2025). Estimated maximum ADU size for this property: 877 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 1,754 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 8,276 sq ft.
Based on listing data, which indicates the property type — not the zoning district. Local dimensional, septic (Title 5), and historic-district requirements still apply. Not legal advice — verify with the municipality.
Listing Agent: Heather Ferrari
Listing Office: William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
MLS® Number: 73537461
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