Basics
| Lease Start Date 02/01/27 | Lease End Date 08/26/27 | Rent Period 2026-2027 Academic Year | Rental Type: Single Family House |
| Bedrooms 3 beds | Bathrooms 3 baths | Total rooms 6 | Floors 2 floors |
| Listing Views | Status available |
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Amenities & Features
- Payments Required: First Mo. Rent, Prepaid Last Mo Rent, Security Dep.
- Rent Includes: Lawn & Yard Care, Water & Sewer
- Heat Type: Oil
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Appliances Provided: Fridge, Stove, Dishwasher, Microwave-built in
- Laundry: Laundry Provided In Unit
- Flooring Types: Hardwood, Vinyl, Tile
- Extras: Garage, Basement Use/Access, Porch
- Parking Spaces Included: 4
- Yard Use: Private Yard
- Student Restrictions: No Undergraduates
- Pets Negotiable: No
- Managed by VPM: Yes
Description
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Description:
Welcome to 29 Ridgecrest Dr, Amherst! A charming 3 BR / 3 BA Single-Family Ranch
1,500 sq ft • Built 1959 • Private 0.39‑acre lot
This bright, well-maintained single-family home for rent Amherst MA sits on a quiet cul-de-sac and offers a perfect mix of one-level living with extra space.
Ideal for families, visiting scholars, or professionals (sorry no undergraduate students), it balances proximity to campus with peaceful neighborhood charm.Highlights:
- Spacious ranch-style layout with living room, enclosed porch, and family room
- Three full bathrooms for convenient living
- Hardwood floors throughout, cozy fireplace(s), and plenty of natural light
- Extra finished space in basement for home office, home gym, and much more! Lower lever rooms do not meet code for sleeping space. Cannot be used for bedrooms.
- Two-car attached garage + ample driveway parking
- Private, landscaped backyard — perfect for relaxing or gardening
Location & Schools:
- Located in the desirable North Amherst neighborhood
- Located just 1.4 miles from UMass Amherst Campus
- PVTA bus routes are just 3 streets over at the intersection of Van Meter Dr. and East Pleasant St.
- Zoned for Wildwood Elementary School, Amherst Middle School, and Amherst High School
Utilities & Extras:
- Oil-fired baseboard (forced hot water) heating
- Backup Generator
- Central Air
- Public water and sewer
- Full basement with laundry
- Enclosed porch adds bonus living space
Rental Terms:
- Rent: $2.850/mo plus utilities
- Available: September 1, 2026
- Lease term: 9/1/2026 through 8/26/2027, renewable yearly, sorry no pets, no smoking, no vaping, no undergraduate students.
- Included in Rent: Lawn and grounds care, water sewer
- Tenant Responsible For: All utilities, snow and ice removal
Contact: Call or text Larry at (413) 206-6198 or use the email contact form on this page.
Showings: Available by appointment—reach out to schedule!
The housing advertised may no longer be available for rental.