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Featured Neighborhoods

Amherst Center, Massachusetts, United States

Overview

Featured neighborhoods in Amherst Center with vibe, safety, and price profiles.

Featured neighborhoods

Featured areas

Downtown Amherst

Touristy

Downtown Amherst is the lively heart of the city, known for its eclectic mix of shops, local restaurants, and lively college atmosphere thanks to nearby Amherst College and UMass Amherst.

Cost
$$$$
Safety
5/5
cafesbookstoreshistoric sites

East Amherst

Family

East Amherst is a quiet, residential area favored by families and professionals, offering lots of parks and easy access to the scenic countryside just outside town.

Cost
$$$
Safety
5/5
parkswalking trailslocal markets

North Amherst

Artsy

North Amherst features a mix of student housing, local businesses, and green spaces, making it a hub for craftspeople and students with an artsy, laid-back energy.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
community gardensstudent hangoutsartisan shops

South Amherst

Local

South Amherst is a peaceful suburban locale, popular with long-term residents, offering access to conservation trails and quiet residential streets.

Cost
$$$
Safety
5/5
nature reservesquiet streetsfarms

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