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48 Railroad St Amherst — Photo 1 of 36
$575,000
48 Railroad St, Amherst, MA 01002
Amherst, MA 01002
Beds
3
Baths
2
SqFt
1,207
Style
Single Family
Built
1900
Adorable 1900 farmhouse in town, on deadend street, large .86 acre lot with undeniable potential. 3 Bedroom, 2 full bath. original wood trim, leaded glass window and fir floors, built in cabinet in living room, good sized kitchen with a 5x7 pantry and dining space. 2022 New 4 zone, gas tankless hot water/boiler system. with outbuilding/bungalow, potential for an ADU.
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Market Value Analysis
This Property
Size (SqFt) →Price →This Property$476/sqft
Local Avg (Amherst)$307/sqft
55% AboveMarket Average
* Analysis is based on 23 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Amherst, MA.
Property Details
Financials
Original Price$575,000
Annual Taxes$7,031
Parking
Garage0
Off-Street2
Interior Specifications
Total Rooms6
FireplacesNone
FlooringWood, Vinyl / VCT
BasementFull, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Concrete, Unfinished
Climate & Utilities
HeatingSteam, Natural Gas
CoolingNone
WaterPublic
SewerPublic Sewer
Building & Exterior
ConstructionFrame
RoofShingle, Metal
FoundationStone
ZoningRG
Property & Lot
Acres0.86
SqFt Lot37,600
Lot FeaturesGentle Sloping
Amenities & Appliances
Gas Water Heater • Tankless Water Heater • Range • Refrigerator
Neighborhood
Public Transportation • Shopping • Park • Walk/Jog Trails • Medical Facility • Laundromat
Geography
Floorplan Breakdown
Structural Layout
Second
Bedroom 2Bedroom 3Bathroom 2
First
Bathroom 1
Main,First
Living RoomKitchenMaster Bedroom
Living Room
Lvl Main,First12.666666666 x 13.166666666
Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood
Kitchen
Lvl Main,First13.166666666 x 17.5
Flooring - Vinyl, Dining Area, Pantry
Master Bedroom
Lvl Main,First12.25 x 14.416666666
Bathroom - Full, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom 2
Lvl Second10.083333333 x 13.166666666
Bedroom 3
Lvl Second17 x 12.25
Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Bathroom 1
Lvl First8.166666666 x 12.083333333
Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Flooring - Vinyl
Bathroom 2
Lvl Second10 x 9.583333333
Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Population
26,370
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)
Median Household Income
$71K
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)
Renter-Occupied Homes
53.0%
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)
New Construction Permits — Hampshire County
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)
ADU Potential
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: 604 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 1,207 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 37,600 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 Provided By
Listing Agent: Raphael Elison
Listing Office: Brick & Mortar
MLS® Number: 73567696
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