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Amherst Town, MA Community

18 discussions from residents and visitors

Kinsley R.

Housing market in Amherst Town right now

I work in legal and The unemployment rate is 4.8%, which is about average. Household incomes average around $65,938 in Amherst Town. Poverty rate is 3.7%, which is pretty low. With a population of 35,472, Amherst Town is a smaller city. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. It's not perfect, ...

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Delilah Walker

Best companies to work for in Amherst Town?

Median household income is $65,938, which feels about average for the area. Household incomes average around $65,938 in Amherst Town. You can expect to pay around $1,570 for rent here. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The scho...

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Pamela W.

What's it really like living in Amherst Town?

Hey, I work in finance and Median household income is $65,938, which feels about average for the area. Household incomes average around $65,938 in Amherst Town. It's a a smaller city city with about 35,472 people. Poverty rate is 3.7%, which is pretty low. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you...

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Kinsley R.

How much do you pay for rent in Amherst Town?

OK so I've been here for 9 years and The unemployment rate is 4.8%, which is about average. It's a a smaller city city with about 35,472 people. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Is this normal for Amherst Town? Traffic can be rough durin...

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urban_william43

What's it really like living in Amherst Town?

Hello, We're a young couple and Rent is about $1,570/month for a decent place. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. TIA! It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Public transit ...

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Henry Gray

Best apartments in Amherst Town under ?

OK so I'm single, late 20s, and Average temperature is around 48--F, so expect cold winters. Homes are going for about $454,000 on average. The suburbs are where most families end up. Property taxes are high but you get good services. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Would love s...

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Sadie S.

Biggest downsides of living in Amherst Town?

So, My partner and I are Rent is about $1,570/month for a decent place. Poverty rate is 3.7%, which is pretty low. Average temperature is around 48--F, so expect cold winters. You can expect to pay around $1,570 for rent here. Household incomes average around $65,938 in Amherst Town. Property taxes ...

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Delilah Walker

Rent vs buy in Amherst Town -what makes sense?

We're a young couple and Median household income is $65,938, which feels about average for the area. Household incomes average around $65,938 in Amherst Town. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.

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Dylan Miller

How is the nightlife in Amherst Town?

Crime rate is something to consider -Amherst Town sits at 250.0 per 100K. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Does this match your experience?

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atl_julian

Amherst Town quality of life -am I missing something?

Hey folks, I'm a remote worker and Rent is about $1,570/month for a decent place. With a population of 35,472, Amherst Town is a smaller city. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. What neighborhoods would you suggest?

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Delilah Walker

Couple moving to Amherst Town from out of state

Curious what people think. You can expect to pay around $1,570 for rent here. Rent is about $1,570/month for a decent place. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Anyone in a similar situation? Cheers. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The city has invested a lot ...

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atl_julian

Living in Amherst Town -the reality

Been living here since 2006. Rent is about $1,570/month for a decent place. Crime rate is something to consider -Amherst Town sits at 250.0 per 100K. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Any advice would be great. Thanks in advance!

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Kinsley R.

Best neighborhoods in Amherst Town

So, Any advice would be great. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood.

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atl_julian

Moving to Amherst Town -what should I know?

Born and raised here. Average temperature is around 48--F, so expect cold winters. With a population of 35,472, Amherst Town is a smaller city. Crime rate is something to consider -Amherst Town sits at 250.0 per 100K. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Public transit needs a lot of work hones...

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Mateo Carter

Best restaurants in Amherst Town?

First post here. What are your go-to spots? Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable.

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Kinsley R.

Moving to Amherst Town -what should I know?

So, Median household income is $65,938, which feels about average for the area. Poverty rate is 3.7%, which is pretty low. The median home value here is around $454,000, which is pretty steep. It's a a smaller city city with about 35,472 people. The city has invested a lot in new development. The su...

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Ezra Thompson

Rent in Amherst Town getting crazy

Hi all, We're a young couple and Median household income is $65,938, which feels about average for the area. The median home value here is around $454,000, which is pretty steep. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable.

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