8 Sunset Ave
8 Sunset Ave,
Amherst,
MA
01002
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Built in 1895
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5 units/3 stories
About 8 Sunset Ave Amherst, MA 01002
Welcome to 8 Sunset Ave in Amherst, MA. The location of this community is on Sunset Ave in the 01002 area of Amherst. From availability to location, the leasing team is ready to help you find your perfect home. Make a visit to see the available floorplan options. Life is great at 8 Sunset Ave. Contact or drop by to talk about leasing your new apartment.
8 Sunset Ave is an apartment community located in Hampshire County and the 01002 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Amherst attendance zone.
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As its namesake implies, Amherst Center is a neighborhood right in the middle of town. The neighborhood is home to two institutions of higher education: Amherst College and University of Massachusetts, Amherst. The neighborhood feels like a mix of urban and suburban living featuring classic New England architectural styles. Amherst Center is an artsy town with literary and musical roots. Visit Emily Dickinson Museum and learn about the birthplace of the famous poet. Local music lovers and musicians frequent renowned shops like Stamell String Instruments, Fretted Instrument Workshop, and Mystery Train Records. The community hosts multiple music events throughout the year. Bring your friends to the annual Jamherst, a two night festival of live original music including indie rock, bluegrass, alternative, and electronica. In the summer enjoy free outdoor concerts at Downtown Beats.
Learn more about living in Amherst CenterBelow are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments
| Beds | Average Size | Lowest | Typical | Premium |
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| Studio Studio Studio | 328-335 Sq Ft | $1,300 | $1,800 | $2,325 |
| 1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed | 660-673 Sq Ft | $1,630 | $2,064 | $2,608 |
| 2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds | 823-845 Sq Ft | $1,600 | $2,217 | $3,300 |
| 3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds | 1203 Sq Ft | $2,345 | $2,776 | $3,775 |
| 4 Beds 4 Beds 4 Beds | 1776 Sq Ft | $1,603 | $3,795 | $5,500 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 15 min | 0.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 4.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 19 min | 7.8 mi |
8 Sunset Ave is within 15 minutes or 0.8 mile from Amherst College. It is also near UMass Amherst and Hampshire College.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-6
345 Students
Nearby
Public Elementary School
Grades K-6
326 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle School
Grades 7-8
372 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
858 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
265 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-6
90 Students
Nearby
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What neighborhood is the property located in?
8 Sunset Ave Amherst, MA 01002 is in Amherst Center in the city of Amherst. Here you’ll find three shopping centers within 1.2 miles of the property. Five parks are within 2.9 miles, including Beneski Museum of Natural History, Massachusetts Natural History Museum, and Hitchcock Center for the Environment.
Similar Rentals Nearby
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Total Monthly Price New
$1,754 - $2,631
Total Monthly PriceBase Rent$1,754 - $2,631Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$1,754 - $2,63111 Month Lease1-2 Beds
DiscountsFitness Center Dishwasher Maintenance on site Microwave Stainless Steel Appliances Controlled Access Courtyard
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Total Monthly Price New
$2,235
Total Monthly PriceBase Rent$2,235Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$2,2352 Beds
SpecialsFitness Center Pool Laundry Facilities Basketball Court
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