For sale

$695,000

52 Blue Hills Rd, Amherst, MA 01002

3beds

1,442sqft

$4,926/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1960

0.27 Acres Lot

$681,400 Zestimate^®

$482/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Private backyardUpdated kitchenComfortable one-floor livingInviting homeAbundant storageBeautiful hardwood floors throughout

Charming and well-appointed Amherst ranch offering comfortable one-floor living just minutes from Amherst town center, UMass Amherst, Amherst College, restaurants, shopping, and area amenities. This inviting home features 2 bedrooms plus a versatile bonus room ideal for a guest room, home office, or den. The updated kitchen complements beautiful hardwood floors throughout, while the dining room features a large picture window overlooking the private backyard. Relax in the welcoming living room with a classic wood-burning fireplace. A walk-up attic provides excellent storage and future possibilities, while the large, dry, partially finished basement offers additional flexible space. With its convenient location, manageable floor plan, and abundant storage, this Amherst home is an excellent option for downsizing, first-time buyers, or anyone seeking the ease of single-level living close to downtown. First showing Thursday September 10th Open House 4-6pm

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1

Primary bedroom

Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Level: First

Bedroom 2

Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Level: First

Bedroom 3

Features: Exterior Access, Slider, Flooring - Concrete
Level: First

Primary bathroom

Features: No

Bathroom 1

Features: Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Level: First

Dining room

Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
Level: First

Family room

Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built
Level: Basement

Kitchen

Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Exterior Access, Remodeled
Level: First

Living room

Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Exterior Access
Level: First

Heating

Forced Air

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Laundry: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Features

Mud Room, High Speed Internet
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Concrete
Number of fireplaces: 1
Fireplace features: Living Room

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,442
Total interior livable area: 1,442 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,252
Finished area below ground: 190

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 3
Parking features: Attached, Driveway, Paved
Attached garage spaces: 1
Uncovered spaces: 2

Features

Patio & porch: Screened
Exterior features: Porch - Screened
Frontage length: 80.00

Lot

Size: 0.27 Acres
Features: Cleared, Gentle Sloping, Level

Details

Parcel number: 3009330
Zoning: RES

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Ranch
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Frame
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Shingle

Condition

Year built: 1960

Utilities & green energy

Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, House of Worship, Public School, University

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Amherst

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $482/sqft
Tax assessed value: $435,800
Annual tax amount: $7,369
Date on market: 9/7/2026
Exclusions: Shelves In The Dining Room, Guest & Main Bedrooms Do Not Stay.

Estimated market value

$681,400

$647,000 - $715,000

$2,401/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
9/8/2026	Listed for sale	$695,000+65.5%$482/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73572705 Report a problem
5/17/2023	Sold	$420,000+19.7%$291/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
5/14/2021	Sold	$351,000-6.4%$243/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
4/30/2020	Listing removed	$375,000$260/sqft
Source: 5 College REALTORS� #72599928 Report a problem
12/11/2019	Listed for sale	$375,000$260/sqft
Source: 5 College REALTORS� #72599928 Report a problem
5/3/2018	Listing removed	$375,000$260/sqft
Source: 5 College REALTORS� #72300799 Report a problem
4/10/2018	Price change	$375,000-2.6%$260/sqft
Source: 5 College REALTORS� #72300799 Report a problem
4/2/2018	Listed for sale	$385,000+44.7%$267/sqft
Source: 5 College REALTORS� #72300799 Report a problem
11/30/2011	Sold	$266,000-1.1%$184/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
9/8/2011	Listed for sale	$269,000$187/sqft
Source: Jones Group REALTORS� #71283357 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$7,175 +2.6%	$399,700 +5.8%
2024	$6,991 +4%	$377,700 +12.9%
2023	$6,723 +5.1%	$334,500 +11.2%
2022	$6,398 +5.2%	$300,800 +7.9%
2021	$6,081 +2.3%	$278,700
2020	$5,942 +2.2%	$278,700 +4.5%
2019	$5,814 +3.1%	$266,700
2018	$5,638 +4.2%	$266,700 +7.6%
2017	$5,412 +2.9%	$247,900
2016	$5,260 +3.3%	$247,900
2015	$5,092 +1.5%	$247,900 +3.6%
2014	$5,016 +2.9%	$239,200
2013	$4,877 +1.2%	$239,200 -2%
2012	$4,821 +11%	$244,200 +2.3%
2011	$4,344 +7.4%	$238,700
2010	$4,046 +1.7%	$238,700 -5.1%
2009	$3,979 -12.7%	$251,500 -11.6%
2008	$4,556 +2.2%	$284,400
2007	$4,459 +4.1%	$284,400
2006	$4,283 +10.6%	$284,400 +22.6%
2005	$3,872 +14.7%	$232,000 +19.6%
2004	$3,376 +4.4%	$194,000 +2.6%
2003	$3,234 +5.1%	$189,000 +16.7%
2002	$3,076 +26.8%	$161,900 +22.5%
1997	$2,425	$132,200