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Listing broker remarks

Privately set on 1.2 acres in South Amherst, this eco-friendly home offers a spacious, welcoming feel with abundant natural light and hardwood floors throughout. The heart of the home is the inviting family room with cathedral ceilings and wood stove, opening to large screen porch on one side and on the other, the updated kitchen with light wood cabinets, great storage and workspace, and stainless appliances all new within the last two years. The flexible floor plan includes a mudroom with built-ins, formal living room, handsome dining room or 4th bedroom, full bath, and first-floor bedroom. Upstairs are two additional bedrooms, both large, and a second updated full bath with tile and glass shower. The gracious yard offers ample room for gardening, play, and pets and abuts conservation area. The living is easy with owned 7.56kW solar array, three mini-split units for AC and supplemental heat, heat pump water heater, partially finished basement, and brand-new wraparound deck. Thoughtful updates complete a home that balances comfort, efficiency, and connection to its natural setting.— Delap Real Estate LLC

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Key details

  • 1,887 sq ft
  • 1.20 acres
  • 4 beds
  • 2 baths
  • 1983 built
  • $312 / sq ft
  • $10,946 2026 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠5⁠5⁠4⁠9⁠7⁠
Last updated
Address
590 Middle St.
Town
Amherst, MA
ZIP
01002
Deed (Bk/Pg)
13815 / 211

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Neighborhood: Amherst

National Historic Landmark

Federally designated as nationally significant — the highest U.S. historic recognition. Section 106 review applies to federal undertakings affecting the property.

National Register

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Owners may qualify for the 20% federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit on certified rehabilitation work.

State Register

Listed on the Massachusetts State Register of Historic Places.

Local Historic District

Inside a Local Historic District. Exterior changes visible from a public way require approval from the local historic district commission.

Local Landmark

Individually designated by the town as a local landmark. Exterior alterations require commission approval.

MACRIS Inventory

Documented in MACRIS, the state historic inventory. Informational only — no regulatory constraints.

Article 85 (Boston)

Subject to Boston Article 85 demolition-delay review, which can pause demolition of buildings 50+ years old for up to 90 days.

Ch. 91 Waterways License

An active MassDEP permit for a dock, pier, seawall, or other structure on or over a Massachusetts waterway. Many older licenses are not digitized; this record is provided for reference only.

Massachusetts Great Pond

A Great Pond under M.G.L. Ch. 91 — the Commonwealth retains public rights to fish and navigate these state-designated waters. Private docks and other waterfront structures require a Waterways License from MassDEP.

Likely Great Pond

The MLS listing describes this property as being on a Great Pond, which would be a state-designated water body under M.G.L. Ch. 91. GIS data did not independently confirm the pond name — verification needed.