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For sale by owner
  • $624,900

    159 Montague Rd, Amherst, MA 01002

    5beds
    2,230sqft
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    $4,598/mo
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    MultiFamily
    Built in 1907
    -- sqft lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $280/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Two car garageUpdated kitchens
    A two minute walk to the Mill District in North Amherst or the Mill River Recreation Area with pickleball, tennis, and basketball courts and a pool, this sunny, well cared for home offers flexible living with separate utilities and updated kitchens. You will appreciate the two car garage and the fenced backyard, perfect for outdoor time with some privacy. Inside, all pine floors add warmth and character throughout. The first floor features two comfortable bedrooms, a lovely kitchen with pantry, and one bath. The second floor includes three bedrooms, a recently renovated kitchen, and one bath. Convenience is built in, with the UMass Campus about two miles away, plus easy walking access to Puffers Pond and nature trails.
    What the owner loves about this home
    Solidly built and well maintained
    14 days
    443
    16
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    Property Owner (413) 530-8928

    This property is for sale by owner and Zillow, Inc. is displaying it at the owner's request. It is not subject to a listing agreement with Zillow, Inc. or its affiliates.

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 5
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      Heating
      • Other, Oil
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Range / Oven, Refrigerator
      Features
      • Flooring: Softwood
      • Basement: Unfinished
      Interior area
      • Total interior livable area: 2,230 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: Garage - Detached
      Features
      • Exterior features: Shingle
      • View description: None
      Lot
      • Size: 0.33 Acres
      Details
      • Parcel number: AMHEM0005AB0000L0065

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: MultiFamily
      Materials
      • Roof: Asphalt
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1907

      Community & HOA

      Location
      • Region: Amherst

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $280/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $458,600
      • Annual tax amount: $8,232
      • Date on market: 10/14/2026

        Estimated market value

        Not available

        Estimated sales range

        Not available

        $2,463/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        10/14/2026Listed for sale$624,900+177.1%$280/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        3/26/2018Listing removed$1,635$1/sqft
        Source: 413 Lease LLC Report a problem
        3/15/2018Listed for rent$1,635+9%$1/sqft
        Source: 413 Lease LLC Report a problem
        5/3/2011Listing removed$1,500$1/sqft
        Source: Eagle Crest Property Management Report a problem
        4/27/2011Listed for rent$1,500$1/sqft
        Source: Eagle Crest Property Management Report a problem
        6/25/2004Sold$225,500+89.5%$101/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        9/3/1996Sold$119,000$53/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$8,232 +5.8%$458,600 +9.1%
        2024$7,782 +4.8%$420,400 +13.8%
        2023$7,427 +3.8%$369,500 +9.8%
        2022$7,157 +0.2%$336,500 +2.7%
        2021$7,146 +2.3%$327,500
        2020$6,982 +3.8%$327,500 +6.2%
        2019$6,725 +3.1%$308,500
        2018$6,522 +2.7%$308,500 +6%
        2017$6,353 +2.9%$291,000
        2016$6,175 +3.3%$291,000
        2015$5,977 +2.2%$291,000 +4.4%
        2014$5,846 +2.8%$278,800
        2013$5,685 +3.3%$278,800
        2012$5,504 +6.6%$278,800 -1.7%
        2011$5,162 +7.4%$283,600
        2010$4,807 +4.7%$283,600 -2.3%
        2009$4,593 +8.5%$290,300 +9.8%
        2008$4,234 +12%$264,300 +9.6%
        2007$3,782 +4.1%$241,200
        2006$3,632 $241,200 +10.8%
        2005$3,632 +9.6%$217,600 +14.2%
        2004$3,315 +3.6%$190,500 +1.9%
        2003$3,200 -2.5%$187,000 +8.3%
        2002$3,281 +27.1%$172,700 +22.7%
        1997$2,582 $140,800
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: North Amherst

        Getting around

        42 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        56 / 100
        Bikeable

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