471 Flat Hills Rd, Amherst, MA, 01002
About This Home
Built to suit in 2013! Sited on 1+ A private lot in N Amherst close to UMASS, this 1,799 SF Ranch w/ 1-car garage is a modern contemporary featuring low maintenance, sustainable materials, energy efficiency & single level living. The exterior cladding is thick, insulated concrete mixed w/ permanent yellow color requiring only power washing. A lg array of owned solar panels are atop an architect designed, sunroom addition. The front entry opens onto a south facing wall of windows infusing the open concept LR & DR area w/ light, adjusted by shades & augmented by indirect lighting. 1 of 3 mini-splits (M-S) heats & cools this space & the 2nd bedroom by means of a dropped ceiling. A kitchen is tucked away on the east side w/ 3/4 bath. The main bedroom w/ M-S & walk-in closet + full bath w/ laundry are west facing. An office opens onto a stunning sunroom w/ (empty) Endless Pool (see comment). Large windows on 3 sides flood the space w/ light. Indirect lighting & M-S enhance the ambiance.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 2013
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
- Construction materials: Frame
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary,Ranch
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Electric Water Heater,Tankless Water Heater,Oven,Dishwasher,Range,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer,Range Hood,Other
- Laundry features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Vinyl,Main Level,Electric Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup,Lighting - Sconce,First Floor
Bathroom1
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Bathroom - With Tub, Flooring - Vinyl, Dryer Hookup - Dual, Washer Hookup, Lighting - Sconce
- Level: Main,First
Bathroom2
- Features: Bathroom - 3/4, Flooring - Vinyl, Lighting - Sconce
- Level: Main,First
Bedroom2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Vinyl, Slider, Lighting - Sconce
- Level: Main,First
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Dining Room
- Features: Flooring - Vinyl, Window(s) - Picture, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Lighting - Sconce
- Level: Main,First
Features
- Lighting - Sconce,Open Floorplan,Cedar Closet(s),Home Office,Sun Room,Entry Hall,Mud Room,Internet Available - Broadband,Other
- Window features: Picture,Insulated Windows,Screens
- Flooring: Tile,Vinyl / VCT,Flooring - Vinyl,Flooring - Wood,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Finished area above ground: 1,799
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Electric,Active Solar,Ductless
- Cooling features: Active Solar,Ductless
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,799
- Total interior livable area: 1,799 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Vinyl, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Main,First
Living Room
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Vinyl, Window(s) - Picture, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Lighting - Sconce, Window Seat
- Level: Main,First
Master Bathroom
- Features: Yes
Master Bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Vinyl, Lighting - Sconce
- Level: Main,First
Office
- Features: Flooring - Vinyl, Exterior Access, Lighting - Sconce
- Level: Main
Property
Details
- Parcel number: M:0003D B:0000 L:0085,4866203
- Zoning: RO
Features
- Private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Indoor
- Patio & porch: Porch - Enclosed
- Exterior features: Porch - Enclosed,Rain Gutters,Professional Landscaping,Screens,Garden,Stone Wall
Lot
- Lot size: 1.04 Acres
- Features: Wooded,Gentle Sloping,Level
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Attached,Garage Door Opener,Storage,Insulated,Paved Drive,Off Street,Deeded,Paved
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Covered spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Uncovered spaces: 3