560 S East St, Amherst, MA 01002
What This Apartment Offers
560 B South East Street, Amherst, MA
1 Bed • 1 Bath Ground Level Apartment
$1,850/month • Includes Heat, Electricity, Water, Mowing & Plowing
This quiet, 1... bedroom apartment is located on the ground floor of a well maintained two family farmhouse directly beside the Norwottuck Rail Trail. Surrounded by conservation land and offering private entry, private laundry, and off street parking, this home is ideal for a single resident seeking peaceful living close to Amherst’s colleges and town center.
Apartment Details
• 1 bedroom, 4 room layout
• Private ground level entrance with ramp
• Private laundry facilities
• Shared yard bordering conservation property
• No common living spaces with upstairs residents
• Not on the bus route
• No storage available on site
• Stairs, hallways, and entry areas must remain clear at all times
Utilities & Services Included
• Heat
• Electricity
• Water
• Lawn mowing
• Snow plowing
Resident responsibilities:
• Shoveling from private entry to driveway
• Trash removal
• Internet and cable (if desired)
Parking & Pets
• Off street parking for one vehicle, located closest to the private entry
• Caged or aquarium pets allowed
• Other pets negotiable
• Non smokers only
Location
This apartment offers excellent proximity to Amherst’s major destinations:
• Amherst Center – approx. 1 mile
• Amherst College – approx. 1 mile
• UMass Amherst – approx. 3 miles
• Norwottuck Rail Trail – directly outside the property
• Conservation land surrounding the home provides a quiet, natural setting
Lease Requirements
• First, last, and security deposit required
• Full 12 Month lease required
• References and proof of current employment required
• Move in date negotiable
• Tours scheduled by mutual arrangement
Showings
Tours arranged privately.
Unit 560 B
- $1,850
Total Monthly Price 12 Month Lease
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 830 sq. ft.
- Available Now
Unit 560
- $4,100
Total Monthly Price 12 Month Lease
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1800 sq. ft.
- Available Now
Apartment Features
- Lawn
- Yard
Community Features
- Laundry Facilities
- Walking/Biking Trails
560 S East St is an apartment community in Amherst, MA
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
One-Time Move-In Fees
- Broker Fee$0
No Pets Allowed
Property Fee Disclaimer Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
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Get In Touch
Amherst, MA 01002
Area Scores
Walkability
Somewhat walkable30 / 100
Transit
Minimal public transit10 / 100
Driveability
Exceptionally drivable100 / 100
Bikeability
Moderately bikeable70 / 100
Soundscore ™
Active71 / 100
Travel and Transit

Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Fort River Elementary School
Grades K-5
Public
Crocker Farm Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Public
The Common School
Grades PK-5
Private
Amherst Regional Middle School
Grades 6-8
Public
Amherst Regional High School
Grades 9-12
Public
The Hartsbrook School
Grades PK-12
Private
Data provided by GreatSchools.org © 2026. All rights reserved.
Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
Amherst College
Drive: 5 min (2.4 mi)
UMass Amherst
Drive: 8 min (3.7 mi)
Hampshire College
Drive: 8 min (3.7 mi)
Smith College
Drive: 22 min (8.5 mi)
Discover Amherst/East Hampshire County, Amherst, MA
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 560 S East St proximity to 360-366 College St, Amherst Crossing, and 314-328 College St. 360-366 College St is 1.1 miles away, and Amherst Crossing is within a 22 minute walk.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 560 S East St are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 3.6 miles, including Norwottuck Rail Trail, Beneski Museum of Natural History, and Hitchcock Center for the Environment.
Airports
Living in Amherst/East Hampshire County provides easy access to Bradley International, located just 67 minutes from 560 S East St. Another nearby airport is Worcester Regional, located 45.6 miles away.
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