Supporting Amherst Community Homes

Applications are open for Amherst Community Homes, a new, all-electric, energy-efficient affordable homeownership community in North Amherst!

This thoughtfully designed neighborhood features 30 townhouse-style 2- and 3-bedroom condominiums set across 9 acres of welcoming, connected space. It’s an opportunity to own for less than rent, plant roots, and build stability in a vibrant Amherst community.

Highlights include:

  • All-electric, highly energy-efficient new construction
  • In-unit laundry and modern appliances
  • Deeded parking and EV charging spaces
  • Pet-friendly, smoke-free community
  • Walking distance to Puffer’s Pond, North Amherst Town Center, and Mill River Recreation Area

Work with Shelly H. Malo to take advantage of GCB perks!

Thirty year fixed-rate & 10/1 Adjustable-Rate Mortgage at a reduced Annual Percentage Rate Up to $1,500 on mortgage closing costs*

Shelly H. Malo

Senior Mortgage Originator

NMLS #71432 | 413-695-4344

Set across 9 acres, Amherst Community Homes offers room to relax, connect, and truly feel at home.

Here, you can begin building wealth, stability, and a lasting legacy for your future.

Apply Today!

Own for less than rent

  • 100% affordable homeownership community consisting of fifteen (15) duplex buildings
  • All electric and highly energy-efficient new construction buildings
  • Professionally managed
  • Pet-friendly building and smoke-free community
  • Walking distance to neighboring gems such as Puffer Pond Recreation Area, North Amherst Town Center, and Mill Recreation Area

Amenities include:

  • Front porch and rear patio for each home
  • Exclusive use of the lawn/yard adjacent to the home with privacy fencing between rear patios
  • Hardwood cabinets and solid surface countertops
  • Luxury Vinyl Plank flooring
  • Abundant natural light and bay windows
  • Fully-applianced with in-unit laundry
  • Fifty-eight (58) off-street parking spaces

*Greenfield Cooperative Bank will provide up to $1,500 on mortgage closings costs to homebuyers who finance the purchase of their condominium at Amherst Community Homes with Greenfield Cooperative Bank.

GCB will provide a mortgage closing credit of up to $1,000, and an additional $500 if a GCB pre-approval was obtained. The mortgage closing credits will be applied at closing. This credit applies to owner occupied homes located at Amherst Community Homes and purchased from Valley Community Development Corporation or its nominee by December 31, 2028. Minimum $100,000 loan applied for on or after 2/1/2025, closing by 12/31/2028.

Homeowners insurance and flood insurance (if applicable) is required. Offers are subject to change or end without notice, see bank for details.