
136 Lincoln Avenue Amherst — Photo 1 of 36
$550,000
136 Lincoln Avenue, Amherst, MA 01002
Amherst, MA 01002
Beds
3
Baths
2
SqFt
2,136
Style
Single Family
Built
1953
Location, location, location! This 3-bedroom, 2-bath Ranch-style home is located just steps from Amity Street, the Jones Library, Amherst Cinema, and Town center. Set back from the street with plenty of natural privacy screening this property offers single floor living and great potential to create the home of your dreams. Although in need of updates and cosmetic repairs, this home is offered at a price that will allow for improvements. The large living and dining areas offer an open floor plan with wood floors, fireplace, and expansive windows to bring in eastern morning light. The kitchen has ample cabinetry and storage space, gas cooktop and wall oven and is situated along the back of the house with large windows facing the backyard. A rear sunroom with wood floors was added to enjoy the quiet privacy of the outdoor spaces. Other features include a one-car attached garage, walk-out basement, natural gas heating, walk-up attic, porch, patio, and new hook-up to Town sewer. This property is a rare opportunity to secure a prime in-town location, single floor living, and with potential to expand and customize to your liking. Showings deferred until Open House on Thursday, September 17th, 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Second Open House Saturday, September 19th, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
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Market Value Analysis
* Analysis is based on 23 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Amherst, MA.
Property Details
Financials
Parking
Interior Specifications
Climate & Utilities
Building & Exterior
Property & Lot
Amenities & Appliances
Electric Water Heater • Water Heater • Oven • Dishwasher • Disposal • Range • Refrigerator • Washer • Dryer • Range Hood
Neighborhood
Public Transportation • Shopping • House of Worship • Public School • University
Geography
Floorplan Breakdown
Structural Layout
Living Room
Lvl FirstFlooring - Wood, Window(s) - Picture, Exterior Access, Window Seat
Dining Room
Lvl FirstFlooring - Wood, Window(s) - Picture
Kitchen
Lvl FirstFlooring - Vinyl, Exterior Access, Gas Stove
Primary Bedroom
Lvl FirstWalk-In Closet(s), Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Bedroom 2
Lvl FirstBedroom 3
Lvl FirstCeiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Slider
Bathroom 1
Lvl FirstBathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
Bathroom 2
Lvl FirstBathroom - With Shower Stall, Flooring - Vinyl, Pedestal Sink
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
389 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (+48% vs the prior 12 months) — 274 in 5+ unit buildings
U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jul '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: 900 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 2,136 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 20,963 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: Kathleen Z. Zeamer
Listing Office: 5 College REALTORS®
MLS® Number: 73576667
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