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68 Blue Hills Rd, Amherst, MA, 01002

$575,000

Home List Price

$6,828*

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3 Bedrooms
2 Full Baths
1,640 SqFt
$351/SqFt
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68 Blue Hills Rd, Amherst$575,000

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$6,828*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
ParkingUnder, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Off Street, Deeded, Paved
Attached Garage1 space
Year Built1945
HeatingCentral, Baseboard, Steam, Oil, Ductless
CoolingCentral Air, Ductless
BasementYes
FireplaceLiving Room
ViewCity
MLS #73238787
Lot Size0.27 Acres
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(Contingent)

About 68 Blue Hills Rd

In-town Classic Cape with Additions and Upgrades. Walk to UMASS, Amherst College or Center. This 3-bedrm, 2 bath home w/ 1-car garage has aesthetic trademarks of likely builder, Bill Gass. From the 1940’s onward, he created authentic reproductions of New England homes in their vintage garb: well-proportioned symmetry of rooms, oak floors & trim, finely crafted doors w/ wrought iron hardware, built-ins, fireplace w/ distinctive mantle & shutters w/ evergreen tree. In keeping with tradition, seller added 3rd bedrm w/ built-ins. Encl. 3 season sunporch w/ deck off LR overlooks east facing, expansive bkyd. Both updated bathrms retain the original tiled floors & walls (main bath). Enter thru French doors into the DR & step up to Fam Rm/now music room w/ folding wd door partition. Go thru swinging door into compact kitchen. 2 large, dormered bedrms w/ bath occupy 2nd floor. Ext. improvements enhance historic look w/ Goshen stone walkway & retaining wall along w/ flowering trees & bushes.

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Cape
  • Year Built: 1945
  • Living Area: 1,640 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: 5 College REALTORS®
  • Listing Agent: Sally Malsch

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Tile, Laminate, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Interior: Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Lighting - Overhead, Sun Room, Bonus Room
  • Fireplace: Living Room

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • View: City
  • Exterior: Porch - Enclosed, Patio, Rain Gutters, Screens, Fenced Yard, Garden

Parking Information:

  • Garage Space: 1 space
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking: Under, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Off Street, Deeded, Paved

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot: Sloped
  • Lot Size: 0.27 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Central, Baseboard, Steam, Oil, Ductless
  • Cooling: Central Air, Ductless

School Info

Assigned Schools Information:

  • Crocker Farm Elementary School, Public District Grades PK-6

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: Amity St. or Northampton Rd to Blue Hills

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $575,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $351/SqFt

Agent Commission:

  • Buyer's Agent Commission: 2

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $7,711
  • Tax Year: 2021
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Amherst, MA

City

Med. Sold Price

$469K

Med. Price/SqFt

$273

Avg. Days On Market

33

# of Sold Homes

12

68 Blue Hills Rd vs Amherst

15 DAYS ON ROCKET

-18 Days

$575,000

+$106K More

$351/SqFt

+$78 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $106K more than the Median Sold Price and $78/SqFt more than other homes in Amherst, MA.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
  • MLS Number: #73238787

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: 5 College REALTORS®
  • Listing Agent: Sally Malsch

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Property Sales & Tax

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2021$7,711$353,400
2020$7,534$353,400
2018$7,073$334,600
2017$6,695$306,700

History based on county public records data.

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Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Elementary School

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5
/10

  • Crocker Farm Elementary School

  • 280 West St

  • 1.80 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-6

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Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $50,694. Residents of Amherst, MA typically earn less than $35k each year. The majority of families are single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 68 Blue Hills Rd

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 68 Blue Hills Rd property is $575,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 68 Blue Hills Rd is a house located in Amherst, Massachusetts, 01002.

Is this property for sale now?

Accepting Backup Offers: 68 Blue Hills Rd is Accepting Backup Offers (Active Under Contract), there is still a chance to have your real estate agent submit an offer.

What are the assigned schools for this property?

The assigned schools for 68 Blue Hills Rd are:
Crocker Farm Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 5/10

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $7,711 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 68 Blue Hills Rd has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 68 Blue Hills Rd is 1,640 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 68 Blue Hills Rd is 1945.

Rocket Homes›Massachusetts›Hampshire County›Amherst›01002›68 Blue Hills Rd

This home is located at 68 Blue Hills Rd in Amherst, MA and zip code 01002. This 1,640 square foot home, which was built in 1945, sits on a 0.27 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 16, 2024 and is currently priced at $575,000.

In April 2024 more than 6 listings in Amherst, MA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 1 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 5 were sold below. In April 2024 in Amherst, MA there were 46.3% more homes for sale than in March 2024. In April 2024 median list price was $469,000 and the average listing age was 33 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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