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136 Lincoln Avenue Amherst — Photo 1 of 36

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

This Property
Size (SqFt) →Price →
This Property$257/sqft
Local Avg (Amherst)$340/sqft
24% BelowMarket Average

* Analysis is based on 23 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Amherst, MA.

Property Details

Financials

Original Price$550,000
Annual Taxes$11,137

Parking

Garage1
Off-Street4

Interior Specifications

Total Rooms7
Fireplaces2
FlooringWood, Tile, Vinyl, Carpet, Flooring - Wood
BasementFull, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Concrete, Unfinished

Climate & Utilities

HeatingForced Air, Space Heater, Natural Gas
CoolingNone
WaterPublic
SewerPrivate Sewer

Building & Exterior

ConstructionFrame
RoofShingle
FoundationBlock
ZoningRN

Property & Lot

Acres0.48
SqFt Lot20,963
Lot FeaturesGentle Sloping

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

First
Living RoomDining RoomKitchenPrimary BedroomBedroom 2Bedroom 3Bathroom 1Bathroom 2
Living Room
Lvl First

Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Picture, Exterior Access, Window Seat

Dining Room
Lvl First

Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Picture

Kitchen
Lvl First

Flooring - Vinyl, Exterior Access, Gas Stove

Primary Bedroom
Lvl First

Walk-In Closet(s), Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedroom 2
Lvl First
Bedroom 3
Lvl First

Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Slider

Bathroom 1
Lvl First

Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid

Bathroom 2
Lvl First

Bathroom - 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 Provided By

Listing Agent: Kathleen Z. Zeamer

Listing Office: 5 College REALTORS®

MLS® Number: 73576667

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