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  3. Building Photo - The Social Amherst
    2 BEDS
    $1,225
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,225 - $1,275
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,225 - $1,275
         - 11 Month Lease

    The Social Amherst

    279 Amherst Rd, Sunderland, MA 01375
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  4. Building Photo - Fieldstone - Artisan Graduate Housing
    Good Value
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    2 BEDS
    $1,754
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,754 - $2,631
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,754 - $2,631
         - 11 Month Lease

    Fieldstone - Artisan Graduate Housing

    345 Lincoln Ave, Amherst, MA 01003
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  5. Building Photo - One East Pleasant
    STUDIO
    $1,850+
    1 BED
    $2,140+
    Plus Fees - 12 Month Lease

    One East Pleasant

    1 E Pleasant St, Amherst, MA 01002
  9. Fun in the Sun at the Cliffside Pool! - Cliffside Apartments
    1 Month Free
    1 Month Free
    1 BED
    $1,435+
    2 BEDS
    $1,785+
    3 BEDS
    $2,535+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,400 - $2,700
    Required Monthly Fees$35
    Total Monthly Price$1,435 - $2,735
         - 12 Month Lease

    Cliffside Apartments

    248 Amherst Rd, Sunderland, MA 01375
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  11. Rent Special
    Rent Special
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    STUDIO
    $2,550+
    1 BED
    $2,609+
    2 BEDS
    $3,099+
    3 BEDS
    $4,225+
    Plus Fees - 12 Month Lease

    Aspen Heights Amherst

    408 Northampton Rd, Amherst, MA 01002
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  14. Rent Special
    Rent Special
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    2 BEDS
    $2,090
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,090 - $2,265
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,090 - $2,265

    Sugarloaf Estates

    28 River Rd, Sunderland, MA 01375
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  17. Building Photo - 61 Old Amherst Rd
    Rent Special
    Rent Special
    3 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $2,995+
    4 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $3,295+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,995 - $3,295
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,995 - $3,295
         - 8 Month Lease

    61 Old Amherst Rd

    61 Old Amherst Rd, Sunderland, MA 01375
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  20. Building Photo - Mill Valley Estates
    2 BEDS
    $2,195+
    3 BEDS
    $2,345+
    4 BEDS
    $3,650+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,195 - $3,650
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,195 - $3,650
         - 12 Month Lease

    Mill Valley Estates

    420 Riverglade Dr, Amherst, MA 01002
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  29. Building Photo - 36 N Maple St
    5 BEDS, 3.5 BATHS
    $3,500
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,500
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,500
         - 12 Month Lease

    36 N Maple St

    36 N Maple St, Hadley, MA 01035
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  30. Building Photo - 23 N Maple St
    5 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $4,000
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$4,000
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$4,000
         - 12 Month Lease

    23 N Maple St

    23 N Maple St, Hadley, MA 01035
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  31. 2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $2,500
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,500
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,500
         - 12 Month Lease

    31 Boltwood Walk Unit 1

    31 Boltwood Walk, Amherst, MA 01002
  32. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $2,200+
    2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $2,600+
    4 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $4,350+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,200 - $4,350
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,200 - $4,350
         - 12 Month Lease

    25 N Pleasant St

    25 N Pleasant St, Amherst, MA 01002
  33. 4 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $4,250
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$4,250
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$4,250
         - 12 Month Lease

    28 Stockbridge St

    28 Stockbridge St, Hadley, MA 01035
  34. 4 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS
    $4,200
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$4,200
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$4,200
         - 12 Month Lease

    24 Hobart Ln

    24 Hobart Ln, Amherst, MA 01002
  35. 3 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $3,775
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,775
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,775
         - 12 Month Lease

    15 N Pleasant St Unit 2S

    15 N Pleasant St, Amherst, MA 01002
  36. 2 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $2,095
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,095
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,095
         - 12 Month Lease

    27 Green Leaves Dr Unit 722

    27 Green Leaves Dr, Amherst, MA 01002
  37. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,000
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,000
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,000
         - 2 Month Lease

    320 S Silver Ln

    320 S Silver Ln, Sunderland, MA 01375
  38. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,900
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,900
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,900
         - 11 Month Lease

    98 Fearing St Unit #3

    98 Fearing St, Amherst, MA 01002
  39. 4 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $4,300
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$4,300
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$4,300
         - 5 Month Lease

    502 Main St Unit 2

    502 Main St, Amherst, MA 01002
  40. Building Photo - 60 Red Gate Ln
    6 BEDS, 3.5 BATHS
    $5,500
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$5,500
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$5,500

    60 Red Gate Ln

    60 Red Gate Ln, Amherst, MA 01002
  41. Building Photo - 986 S East St
    4 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $3,200
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,200
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,200

    986 S East St

    986 S East St, Amherst, MA 01002
  42. Building Photo - Olympia Place
    3 BEDS
    $1,450
    Plus Fees - 12 Month Lease

    Olympia Place

    57 Olympia Dr, Amherst, MA 01002

Amherst at a Glance

Average Rent

$1,820
(All bedrooms and property types)
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Average Rent in Amherst
7

School Rating

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Schools in Amherst
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Some Transit

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Transportation in Amherst
56

Somewhat Bikeable

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Transportation in Amherst

Amherst, MA Houses for Rent

Nestled in the Connecticut River Valley, Amherst combines academic heritage with small-town appeal. As home to the University of Massachusetts Amherst, Amherst College, and Hampshire College, the town offers apartments throughout its walkable neighborhoods. The historic downtown features independent shops and eateries, while the surrounding landscape includes hiking trails along the Mount Holyoke Range.

Amherst's rental options include apartments near campus and converted historic homes throughout various neighborhoods. With an average rent of $1,760 for a one-bedroom apartment, the town provides housing at competitive rates for the region. The Pioneer Valley Transit Authority connects residents to neighboring communities, while the pedestrian-friendly downtown makes it possible to accomplish daily tasks without a car. The town's mix of educational institutions, cultural attractions, and natural surroundings creates an atmosphere that embraces both scholarly pursuits and outdoor recreation.

Renting in Amherst

Average Rental Rates and Apartment Sizes

Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in Amherst

(For 1 bedroom apartments)
  • Neighborhoods Average Sq Ft Average Rent
  • Amherst Center 639 Sq Ft $2,142/mo

Getting Around Amherst

Transportation

58

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you need a car.
56

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you'll most likely want your car for most errands.
0

Minimal Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
Scores provided by Walk Scoreⓘ

Education

Private University
Public University
Private University
Private University
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Amherst Regional High

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
858 Students
GreatSchools Rating
Amherst Regional Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 7-8
372 Students
GreatSchools Rating
Fort River Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-6
379 Students
GreatSchools Rating
Wildwood Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-6
326 Students

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