41 Cottage St, Amherst, MA 01002
What's special
Ideally located in the heart of Amherst, this well-maintained 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath Colonial with 2 car detached garage offers easy access to Amherst College, UMass Amherst, shopping, dining, and entertainment. The property abuts Amherst Regional High School. The first floor features an updated kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and tile flooring. A full bathroom with a washer and dryer adds everyday convenience. The living room, dining room, and family room flow seamlessly together, creating an inviting layout that's perfect for both daily living and entertaining. The stunning family room, added in 1988, is the centerpiece of the home. It features beautiful hardwood flooring, a dramatic vaulted, wood-plank cathedral ceiling with skylights, a cozy fireplace, a bay window that fills the room with natural light, elegant French doors, and two exterior doors leading to the rear Trex deck, creating a wonderful connection between indoor and outdoor living. The second floor offers three bedrooms, all with hardwood flooring, and a full bathroom. Bedroom #2 features a charming interior balcony overlooking the family room, adding architectural interest and an open, airy feel. The full basement includes a half bathroom, a bulkhead for convenient exterior access, and a channel drain installed in 2025 for added peace of mind. A beautiful front porch welcomes you to this charming Colonial, while the spacious rear Trex deck overlooks the open school fields, offering a peaceful outdoor retreat for relaxing, entertaining, and enjoying the surrounding views. Combining classic colonial charm with thoughtful updates, unique architectural details, and generous living spaces, this home offers a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the best of Amherst living.
- 30 days |
- 1,645 |
- 71 |
Travel times
Family Room
Kitchen
Dining Room
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Burke Group 413-262-1565,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Realty Professionals 413-568-2405
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom 2
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Balcony / Deck
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Washer Hookup
- Level: Main
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Washer Hookup
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Half
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Main
Family room
- Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Balcony / Deck, French Doors, Cable Hookup, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Cable Hookup
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
- Level: Main,First
Heating
- Forced Air, Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: First Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Central Vacuum
- Flooring: Wood, Tile
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Insulated Windows, Screens
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Bulkhead
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,496
- Total interior livable area: 2,496 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,496
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 7
- Parking features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 5
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Entrance
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Deck - Composite
- Exterior features: Porch, Deck - Composite, Rain Gutters, Screens
Lot
- Size: 0.29 Acres
- Features: Cleared, Level
Details
- Parcel number: M:0011D B:0000 L:0045,3008799
- Zoning: RG10/11
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Conventional (2x4-2x6)
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Stone, Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, University
- Security: Security System
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Amherst
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $280/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $598,400
- Annual tax amount: $10,119
- Date on market: 8/21/2026
- Listing terms: Contract
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/18/2026 | Price change | $699,000-6.7%$280/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73561050 Report a problem | ||
| 9/17/2026 | Listed for rent | $2,700$1/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 8/21/2026 | Listed for sale | $749,000$300/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73561050 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,876 +2.6% | $550,200 +5.8% |
| 2024 | $9,629 +5% | $520,200 +14.1% |
| 2023 | $9,168 +5.6% | $456,100 +11.8% |
| 2022 | $8,680 +4.6% | $408,100 +7.3% |
| 2021 | $8,298 +2.3% | $380,300 |
| 2020 | $8,108 +2.8% | $380,300 +5.1% |
| 2019 | $7,889 +3.1% | $361,900 |
| 2018 | $7,651 -0.6% | $361,900 +2.6% |
| 2017 | $7,697 +2.9% | $352,600 |
| 2016 | $7,482 +3.3% | $352,600 |
| 2015 | $7,242 +0.5% | $352,600 +2.6% |
| 2014 | $7,203 +2.8% | $343,500 |
| 2013 | $7,004 +3.3% | $343,500 |
| 2012 | $6,781 +4% | $343,500 -4.1% |
| 2011 | $6,521 +7.4% | $358,300 |
| 2010 | $6,073 -4.5% | $358,300 -10.9% |
| 2009 | $6,361 +12% | $402,100 +13.5% |
| 2008 | $5,677 +2.2% | $354,400 |
| 2007 | $5,557 +4.1% | $354,400 |
| 2006 | $5,337 +17% | $354,400 +29.6% |
| 2005 | $4,563 +17.8% | $273,400 +22.8% |
| 2004 | $3,873 +6.8% | $222,600 +5% |
| 2003 | $3,626 -3.4% | $211,900 +7.3% |
| 2002 | $3,753 +11.5% | $197,500 +7.6% |
| 1997 | $3,365 | $183,500 |
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Monthly payment
Estimated market value
$683,800
$650,000 - $718,000
$3,970/mo
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