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48 Railroad St Amherst — Photo 1 of 39

$575,000

Investment Analysis — 48 Railroad St

Amherst, MA 01002

Based on HUD Small Area Fair Market Rent for Amherst Town-Northampton, MA MSA, a 3-bedroom in 01002 carries an estimated $3,100/mo in gross rent — about a 3.69% cap rate and $21,241/yr in estimated NOI at the $575,000 list price. Adjust every assumption in the calculator below.

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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.

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.

Estimates — not financial advice

These figures are illustrative estimates for informational purposes only — not an appraisal, valuation, or guarantee of rent, income, or returns, and not financial, tax, or investment advice. Rent is either the figure reported on the MLS listing — in-place rent that may differ from market and is not verified against the actual leases — or, where the listing reports none, an estimate from HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents, a government benchmark that may differ from actual market rent. Each figure is labelled with its source. Cap rate, NOI, and returns depend on the assumptions shown, which you can change. MLS and other third-party data may be inaccurate or out of date. Verify all figures independently and consult your own financial, tax, and legal advisors before making any investment decision.

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 RoomKitchenPrimary Bedroom
Living Room
Lvl Main,First

12.666666666 x 13.166666666

Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen
Lvl Main,First

13.166666666 x 17.5

Flooring - Vinyl, Dining Area, Pantry

Primary Bedroom
Lvl Main,First

12.25 x 14.416666666

Bathroom - Full, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom 2
Lvl Second

10.083333333 x 13.166666666

Bedroom 3
Lvl Second

17 x 12.25

Closet, Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom 1
Lvl First

8.166666666 x 12.083333333

Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Flooring - Vinyl

Bathroom 2
Lvl Second

10 x 9.583333333

Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Listing Provided By

Listing Agent: Raphael Elison

Listing Office: Brick & Mortar

MLS® Number: 73567696