Downtown Real Estate

Welcome to Downtown Amherst, a vibrant and charming subdivision nestled in the heart of Hampshire County, Massachusetts. Known for its picturesque streets and rich cultural heritage, Downtown Amherst offers an unparalleled blend of small-town charm and urban convenience, making it an ideal place to call home.

As you stroll through the tree-lined streets, you’ll discover a delightful mix of historic architecture and modern amenities. Downtown Amherst is a hub of activity, featuring an array of boutique shops, cozy cafés, and gourmet restaurants that cater to every palate. The local farmers' market is a must-visit, showcasing fresh produce and artisanal goods, while the lively arts scene, including galleries and theaters, keeps the spirit of creativity alive.

For families, Downtown Amherst is served by highly-rated schools and numerous parks, providing ample opportunities for outdoor activities and community engagement. The nearby Amherst College and UMass Amherst add to the vibrant atmosphere, fostering a youthful energy and offering a wealth of educational and cultural resources.

With its close-knit community feel and a calendar brimming with events—from seasonal festivals to art walks—Downtown Amherst invites residents to participate and connect. The convenient location allows for easy access to major highways, making commuting a breeze.

Whether you’re seeking a cozy apartment, a charming historic home, or a contemporary residence, Downtown Amherst has something for everyone. Experience the perfect blend of culture, community, and convenience in this enchanting subdivision—your new home awaits!

Newest Listings in Downtown

$699,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 73591935 MLS

Single Family - MLS # 1421855 - Active1 / 326 Varnum Avenue , Bristol, RI 02809RE Taxes/Yr:$6,769 / 2026List Price:$699,000Exempt Inc:NoOriginal LP:$749,000Assessment:$559,200Price/SqFt:$426.22Asso Fee/Per:0DOM:49Year Built:1957Fire Dist Tax:$0Type:RanchPublic Rems:Welcome to this stunning 3-bedroom, 2-full-bath ranch offering more than 2,800 square feet of beautifully maintained living space. Designed for both comfort and entertaining, this exceptional home features a spacious finished lower level, providing flexible space for a family room, home office, gym, or guest accommodations. The home also includes paid-off solar panels, offering energy efficiency and long-term savings. Step outside to your own private backyard retreat, where professionally landscaped grounds create a serene setting. Enjoy the tranquil koi pond, a fully equipped outdoor kitchen perfect for gatherings, and a dedicated workshop for hobbies, projects, or additional storage. Ideally located just minutes from downtown Bristol's charming restaurants, boutique shops, Bristol Harbor, and the scenic East Bay Bike Path. This home combines peaceful outdoor living with convenient access to some of the area's most desirable attractions. A rare opportunity to enjoy single-level living with abundant indoor and outdoor space in one of Bristol's most sought-after locations.

6 Varnum, Bristol

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Kenneth Ascoli from Listing Office: Century 21 Topsail Realty.

$1,399,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 73591686 MLS

Charming Gambrel in Downtown Hingham with nearly 2 acres of land and 3200+ SF of living space, tucked away down a private tree lined drive that opens up to a lovely sunny clearing. The original home known as "Roseneath Cottage" offers the opportunity to step back in time and enjoy graciously proportioned rooms adorned with 3 large fireplaces, wide plank floors and many of the original architectural details. The original home was expanded to include a spacious kitchen/family room space perfect for all to gather, featuring a custom kitchen with cherry cabinetry and oversized island OPEN to a sunny breakfast room and cozy sitting room with fireplace. Upstairs, there are 4 bedrooms including a generous primary suite with large bath and 2 walk in closets. The grounds are an integral part of the story, with established gardens and brick patios planned by renowned landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted, creating an enchanting setting for outdoor gatherings and everyday enjoyment. A sunroom with views and access to the grounds extends the living space and creates an effortless connection to the outdoors. Extraordinary opportunity to enjoy a truly private retreat just moments to Hingham's great restaurants and shops!

102 Central St, Hingham

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Tara Coveney from Listing Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Hingham.

$1,175,000

5 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 73588792 MLS

Don't miss this circa 1880 single family residence with a unique business opportunity conveniently located close to downtown with approximately 4250 square feet of space on a 1/2 acre lot with a detached garage. An addition was added to the home for a hair salon and a primary suite both with bathrooms, closets and extra storage and a walk-up attic. The five bedrooms provides lots of personal space for everyone. The front porch welcomes you to the living room and the dining with tons of natural lighting. There are Anderson windows throughout. The kitchen has a commercial stove and hood, with a 12x17 dining area, pantry, and an island. The large wood deck has 2x12 framing to accommodate a hot tub. Enjoy the sunsets from your deck. In 2001 the first-floor bonus room with 567 square feet which currently is a hair salon with a nail room, color room/storage area, both with sinks, and a 3/4 bathroom. This property offers so many business options for the owner; keep it as a salon, make the area an attached ADU, offices, a multi-generational room, a catering space, perhaps a first-floor primary bedroom. The choice is yours! See document "other" regarding the zoning. The primary bedroom was also added in 2001 with oak hardwood floors and a beautiful en-suite with a large tiled shower, soaking tub, and a double vanity. It has an office and a large walk-in closet. There are stairs leading to the unfinished attic The yard has garden areas and a chicken coop that can serve as a shed. Hopkinton offers so many beautiful areas to enjoy including the Town Common, Lake Whitehall, Lake Maspenock with its town beach known as Sandy Island and the Hopkinton State Park. Enjoy the nearby walking trails! The start of the Boston Marathon is down the street at the beautiful Town Common. Hopkinton is rated as a safe community and a great school system. Quick closing possible, be in for the holidays.

12 Wood Street, Hopkinton

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Lily Holden from Listing Office: Northstar Properties Group, LLC.

$429,900

4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 73588069 MLS

Close to downtown Middleboro, this four-bedroom home has local shops and restaurants within a short distance of home. The first floor features an open living area that connects to the kitchen, plus a separate dining room for everyday meals or gatherings with friends. A first-floor bedroom offers lots of options, currently used as the primary bedroom but perfect for a guest room or home office, with a full bath nearby. Upstairs are three generous-sized bedrooms and a second full bath. Improvements include updated flooring and carpeting, plus bathroom updates. The stove, refrigerator, washer, and dryer were purchased in 2022. A new water heater was installed in 2025. Outside, the fenced yard offers space for pets, play, or sitting outside and enjoying fresh air; the fencing was added in 2023. Four off-street parking spaces, gas heat, and town water and sewer add to the convenience. With four bedrooms, two full baths, and a central location, 13 Clifford Street has a lot to offer!

13 Clifford St, Middleboro

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Ellen Johnson from Listing Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Plymouth.

$1,449,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 73580717 MLS

CHARMING c.1687 antique Cape, beautifully updated for today’s lifestyle, just moments to downtown Hingham and the train! Gorgeous period details—including wide-plank pine floors, exposed beams, the original center chimney and multiple fireplaces—create warmth and character throughout. The amount of living space is truly surprising! The first floor offers a spacious dining room perfect for entertaining, a pretty living room and a FABULOUS 30' x 14' family room at the heart of the home, anchored by a SPECTACULAR 7-foot-wide fireplace. The kitchen features custom inset cabinetry, a sit-at island, Viking range and walk-in pantry. A generous mudroom with half bath provides the perfect drop zone upon entry. Upstairs are four bedrooms, including a lovely primary suite with private bath. Outside, enjoy a charming patio and backyard, plus a brick and cobblestone driveway for parking. A truly extraordinary opportunity to become the next steward of this exquisite home—nearly three and a half centuries of history…if only the walls could talk!

217 North St, Hingham

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Tara Coveney from Listing Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Hingham.

$389,000

1 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 73573446 MLS

Absolutely adorable and newly renovated 1 bedroom 1.5 bath adobe style bungalow with an extra bonus room which could serve as a home office, studio, or guest room. This one level home located downtown Gloucester, is perfect as a condo alternative convenient to many restaurants, music venues, the train station, churches and Gloucester harbor and beaches... all just a short distance away! Many improvements include kitchen, dining area, new remodeled interior walls, ceiling, and new floors. The washer dryer has been moved upstairs to the living level. In addition, the full basement offers plenty of storage. This cozy home is in move in condition and just waiting for you!

139A Prospect St., Gloucester

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Heather Dagle from Listing Office: RE/MAX Beacon.

$989,900

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 73554768 MLS

MUST SEE!! Don’t miss this opportunity to buy a completely renovated home in downtown Hopkinton for under $1,000,000.00! Enjoy the outstanding school system and community activities. Walk to the farmers’ market, the starting line of the Boston Marathon and quaint shops & restaurants. Offering 2446 sq. ft. of beautifully finished living space, this stunning home includes 4 spacious bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms. The main level, with hardwood flooring throughout, features an open concept layout which includes a kitchen with custom cabinets, a prep island, quartz countertops and high-end stainless-steel appliances, a dining area and a living room with an electric fireplace. On this main level you will also find a designated home office, a large mudroom, a half bath, a spacious deck overlooking an expansive back yard, & one of two primary suites- perfect for guests or multi-generational families. Each primary suite has hardwood floors, a fabulous custom walk-in closet, & a private ensuite bath with custom cabinets, quartz countertops & porcelain tiles. The second level features the other primary suite, two more bedrooms with custom closets, a full bath with custom cabinets & a quartz countertop, a convenient laundry room & a large storage closet. Designed for comfort & efficiency, this home is all electric and energy certified with brand new two-zone heat pumps, an electric water heater, 200 amp electrical service, and town water and sewer. The unfinished lower level offers 1000 square feet of potential living space with direct access to the back yard. Additional features include wainscoting & shiplap on the main level and a storage shed attached to the home. This listing also includes attached Lot #17 which is approved for the construction of a garage and/or an ADU.

15 Mount Auburn St, Hopkinton

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Deborah Delbuono from Listing Office: Advise Realty.

$899,900

6 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 73549299 MLS

Gracious and stately, this sunny center entrance colonial offers a lovely updated main house plus two income generating apartments, making this a wonderful opportunity and investment. Located in the charming village of downtown Holliston, this home offers a coveted lifestyle of walking to schools, shops, cafes, playground, library, Upper Charles Rail Trail and Lake Winthrop. Updated kitchen features white cabinetry, wood flooring, granite counters, stainless appliances and an exposed beam; living room with pine flooring, built-ins and working fireplace; family room with lots of windows, built-ins, working fireplace and pine flooring; spacious dining room with beautiful original mantle and detailing, plus built-ins. The new screened porch & half bath complete the main level. Upstairs bedrooms are spacious and inviting, including the primary bedroom which offers the potential of being two rooms. Walk up 3rd floor provides either another bedroom or a fabulous home office space. A gem!

865 Washington St., Holliston

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Kathy Chisholm from Listing Office: Realty Executives Boston West.

$900,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 73498731 MLS

This remarkable farmhouse is one of the most recognizable homes in Westborough first for its beautiful wrap-around pillared porch viewable from both Denny Street and South Street entrances. Enter from its circular driveway revealing the peace and tranquility of nature’s open fields. Ample space to add a gorgeous barn, 3 car garage, and/or ADU. Scenic Denny Street stoned marked entrance guides you to the edged gardens. Explore recently updated shaker style kitchen with leathered granite which opens to a sun-soaked flex room. The cozy family room centered by a wood burning stove. Quaint office with glassed doors to the open stunning sun-drenched dining and living rooms sharing the formal fireplace. The foyer leads to the original curved railing of the main staircase. Formally entertain or curl up by the fire or spend your days and nights taking in the serene landscapes & sound of your stream, you may have found what you’re looking for. Sidewalks direct to downtown. A pet lover's paradise, with open fields and fenced-in grounds to roam. A distinctive piece of Westborough history, this 1878 farmhouse pairs period character with nearly one and a half acres just steps from downtown.” Spacious wraparound porch, refinished hardwoods, beautiful fireplace”

109 South Street, Westborough

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Michael Mathieu from Listing Office: Mathieu Newton Sotheby's International Realty.

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