41 Cottage St

Taxes: $10,119 (2026)

About this home

Ideally located in the heart of Amherst, this well-maintained 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath Colonial with 2 car detached garage offers easy access to Amherst College, UMass Amherst, shopping, dining, and entertainment. The property abuts Amherst Regional High School. The first floor features an updated kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and tile flooring. A full bathroom with a washer and dryer adds everyday convenience. The living room, dining room, and family room flow seamlessly together, creating an inviting layout that's perfect for both daily living and entertaining. The stunning family room, added in 1988, is the centerpiece of the home. It features beautiful hardwood flooring, a dramatic vaulted, wood-plank cathedral ceiling with skylights, a cozy fireplace, a bay window that fills the room with natural light, elegant French doors, and two exterior doors leading to the rear Trex deck, creating a wonderful connection between indoor and outdoor living. The second floor offers three bedrooms, all with hardwood flooring, and a full bathroom. Bedroom #2 features a charming interior balcony overlooking the family room, adding architectural interest and an open, airy feel. The full basement includes a half bathroom, a bulkhead for convenient exterior access, and a channel drain installed in 2025 for added peace of mind. A beautiful front porch welcomes you to this charming Colonial, while the spacious rear Trex deck overlooks the open school fields, offering a peaceful outdoor retreat for relaxing, entertaining, and enjoying the surrounding views. Combining classic colonial charm with thoughtful updates, unique architectural details, and generous living spaces, this home offers a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the best of Amherst living.

Property details

Sewer

Private

Style

Single Wide

Water

City/Town Water

Cooling

Ductless Mini-Split System

Heating

Forced Air, Electric Baseboard, Hot Air Gravity

Type

Detached

Flooring

Wood, Tile

Road type

Public, Paved, Publicly Maint.

Appliances

Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer

Master Bath

No

Construction

Aluminum, Conventional (2x4-2x6)

Roof

Aluminum

Garage

Detached, Garage Door Opener

Lot

Paved Drive, Cleared, Level

Parking

1-10 Spaces, Paved Driveway

Basement

Full, Partially Finished, Bulkhead

Electric

100 Amps

Exterior

Porch, Deck - Composite, Gutters, Screens

Interior

Central Vacuum, Security System, Cable Available, French Doors