
494 Station Rd Amherst — Photo 1 of 39
$739,900
Investment Analysis — 494 Station Rd
Amherst, MA 01002 — South Amherst
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 2.20% cap rate and $16,260/yr in estimated NOI at the $739,900 list price. Adjust every assumption in the calculator below.
Beds
3
Baths
4
SqFt
2,181
Style
Single Family
Built
1983
Tucked into the woods of South Amherst on a .7-acre lot, a spacious, Contemporary home offers comfort and flexibility that blends craftmanship with artistic updates. The first level organizes the flow from entry to living, dining, kitchen and to three season porch. The living room features a vaulted ceiling with a bank of south facing windows. The dining area is anchored by a handcrafted stone fireplace. A large eat-in kitchen is steps away with plenty of cabinet space, granite countertops, a walk-in pantry and two additional storage closets. An additional multi-use room with full bath attached completes the first floor. Upstairs the expanded primary bedroom with sitting area has a raised ceiling, Palladian windows, a walk-in closet and en-suite bath. A second bedroom has a walk-in closet and en-suite bath. The lower-level functions as a bedroom or private guest suite with new windows, dressing/closet area and ensuite bath. Striking Goshen stone steps and walkways distinguish the three entries to the house. Mature trees and landscaping frame the front and back yards. An over-sized garage offers potential work and storage spaces. The Amherst Center is close by, the Norwottuck Rail Trail and Robert Frost Trails are minutes away from this most desirable location.
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 2,181 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 30,622 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
Parking
Interior Specifications
Climate & Utilities
Building & Exterior
Property & Lot
Amenities & Appliances
Gas Water Heater • Water Heater • Range • Dishwasher • Microwave • Refrigerator • Washer • Dryer • Other
Neighborhood
Walk/Jog Trails • Medical Facility • Bike Path • Conservation Area • Private School • Public School
Geography
Floorplan Breakdown
Structural Layout
Living Room
Lvl Main,FirstCathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Cable Hookup, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Lighting - Overhead
Dining Room
Lvl Main,FirstFlooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Lighting - Overhead
Kitchen
Lvl Main,FirstFlooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Dining Area, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Peninsula, Lighting - Overhead, Closet - Double
Office
Lvl MainBathroom - 3/4, Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Cable Hookup
Master Bedroom
Lvl SecondBathroom - Full, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Picture, Recessed Lighting, Closet - Double
Bedroom 2
Lvl SecondBedroom 3
Lvl BasementBathroom - 3/4, Walk-In Closet(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Picture, Dressing Room, Lighting - Overhead
Bathroom 1
Lvl SecondBathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Lighting - Overhead, Soaking Tub
Bathroom 2
Lvl SecondBathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Ceiling Fan(s), Closet - Linen, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Overhead
Bathroom 3
Lvl Main,FirstBathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Vinyl, Lighting - Overhead
Property History
$739,900
Aug 5, 2026
MLS® 73559721
$729,900
May 11, 2026
MLS® 73493795
$729,900
Mar 31, 2026
MLS® 73493795
Listing Agent: Sally Malsch
Listing Office: 5 College REALTORS®
MLS® Number: 73559721
