2br / 1ba furnished downstairs of house in Downtown Amherst, includes heat

Description

Stately 1890s in-town Amherst Victorian-Colonial furnished offering old world charm and today's updates. High ceilings (9'), gleaming hardwood floors, and natural original woodwork throughout! This is a spacious 5-room 2-bedroom/1 bath home on the quiet and private 1st floor of a 2-family house. * House provided FURNISHED * Rent includes most utilities, ***including gas heat and hot water*** (worth $125+/month), water, trash removal, landscaping, and plowed driveway. Tenant responsible for electricity (and Internet, if desired). * First bedroom features four large windows and a spacious closet * Second bedroom includes a bump out area with large windows that is perfectly sized for a desk. Watch the butterflies while enjoying the landscaped yard. * Living room with original woodwork is awash in natural light with plenty of space for reading, sitting, and relaxing. * Kitchen has gas stove, large peninsula, plenty of food storage, and a dishwasher. Also has eat-in dining space and the rear entry. * Bonus sunroom off the dining space can be an arts space, additional living area, office, or perfect playroom. Includes a flat panel TV that is already wall mounted on a swivel. Enjoy together time in this versatile space. * Full bathroom was recently and thoughtfully redesigned - includes cast-iron tub, luxury shower set, radiant floor heat, and a stacked washer and dryer. * Front porch with a ceiling fan has great space for meals, drinks, hosting, and passing the time. Front yard has shade trees and open grass areas for your enjoyment. Enjoy a short walk to restaurants, cafes, museums, Amherst College and UMass campuses, the PVTA bus stop connecting to nearby towns and colleges (one block away), and to one of the most important and distinguished towns in American literary history. Two dedicated off-street parking spaces and copious on street parking. First and last month's rent and security deposit required upon lease signing with no brokerage fee. Available in January 2027, with a lease that ends at the end of Spring 2027 semester, end of Summer 2027, or beyond, including potential for renewal. Will also consider a cat or dog for a small increase in rent.