Is Amherst, MA 01003 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

3 months ending August 31, 2026 · Source: Redfin

Amherst is a balanced market. With about null months of supply, well-priced homes can still draw more than one offer, but buyers have some room to negotiate.

Months of supply—Under 4 months = seller’s market

Sold above original list—Share of sales, last 3 months

Median sale-to-list—Sold price ÷ list price

Median days on market—Listing to accepted offer

Median price per sq ft—

The Amherst housing market right now

There haven’t been enough recent sales here for a detailed summary yet.

About the area

Hampshire County, MA

Population	13,510
Average income	$152,111
Median rent	$2,643/month
Owner-occupied	0% of homes
Median year built	1976
Walkability	16.1 of 20Most walkable

Natural hazard riskHurricanes (moderate), extreme heat (moderate), tornadoes (moderate)

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates (household income; home value as estimated by owners), ZIP code tabulation area 01003; hazard risk from the FEMA National Risk Index for the census tracts in this ZIP code (not endorsed by FEMA); walkability from the EPA National Walkability Index.

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Nearby markets

Amherst 01002Seller’s market $314 /sq ft Belchertown 01007Seller’s market $258 /sq ft Chesterfield 01012Buyer’s market $87 /sq ft Cummington 01026Seller’s market $212 /sq ft Browse all markets →

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Questions about Amherst real estate

What are property taxes in Amherst?

About 1.43% of a home’s value a year in Hampshire County, or roughly $5,720 on a $400,000 home.

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