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Listing broker remarks

This exceptional location doesn’t come along often! Beautifully situated directly across from the serene Gull Pond Conservation Area lies this thoughtfully updated Cape-style home. The stone patio entry creates a lovely first impression. A tiled compact mudroom welcomes you into a modernized kitchen with granite counters, a kitchen island and stainless steel appliances. There are two stylish contemporary bathrooms with tiled showers. The expansive and comfortable living room opens directly to a screened-in porch perfect for enjoying the peaceful back yard. Upstairs there are two spacious bedrooms with wood flooring, one with a gorgeous view of the pond. A walkout basement provides flexible space, with a den area, utility room with laundry, storage and easy access to the outdoors. Numerous updates throughout make this home move in ready with central air conditioning, a new furnace in 2023 and a brand new roof. The spacious two-car garage provides added convenience and plenty of room for vehicles, storage, or hobbies. Step outside and enjoy the tranquil surroundings, with Gull Pond offering opportunities for fishing, peaceful nature watching, and ice skating in the winter. In addition there are extensive hiking trails and bike path access within walking distance. Also home to the new beautifully built Amethyst Brook Elementary School. Come and see all this beautiful home and neighborhood have to offer.— William Raveis R.E. & Home Services

Key details

  • 1,248 sq ft
  • 11,359 lot sq ft
  • 3 beds
  • 2 baths
  • 1976 built
  • $388 / sq ft
  • $6,776 2026 taxes
  • HOA monthly
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠6⁠9⁠1⁠6⁠5⁠
Last updated
Address
97 Crossbrook Ave
Town
Amherst, MA
ZIP
01002
Deed (Bk/Pg)
5128 / 283

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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.