Live in the Heart of Amherst!
Looking for the perfect off-campus apartment? Welcome to The Grand Block Building, right at 69 S. Pleasant St. in downtown Amherst steps from your favorite restaurants, coffee shops, nightlife, Amherst Cinema, and everything else that keeps the College Town vibe alive!
This iconic building has history (it started as Amherst's first school back in 1765!) but now features modern upgrades think exposed brick walls, high ceilings, granite countertops, hardwood floors, and fully remodeled bathrooms. Plus, heat and hot water are included so you can focus on your studies (and your social life).
You'll love being close to UMass, Amherst College, Hampshire, Mount Holyoke, and Smith with easy access to parks, bike paths, and all the local attractions that make Amherst such a great place to live and learn.
Parking? No problem. You can grab an in-town parking permit or get a 24-hour garage pass nearby.
Make history your home live modern in a landmark!
Schedule your tour today, and experience the best of downtown Amherst living!
10.5 month lease 8/15/26-6/26/27
Annual renewal option
Apartment for rent
Special offer
$3,000/mo
69 S Pleasant St, # 12, Amherst, MA 01002
2beds
954sqft
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Apartment
Available Fri Jan 15 2027
No pets
Shared laundry
Baseboard, wall furnace
What's special
Exposed brick wallsHardwood floorsGranite countertopsFully remodeled bathroomsHigh ceilings
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Baseboard, Wall Furnace
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Oven, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Shared
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 954 sqft
Property
Parking
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Exterior features: Heating included in rent, Heating system: Baseboard, Heating system: Wall, Hot water included in rent, Near PVTA bus stops
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Building
Management
- Pets allowed: No
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Amherst
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 1 Year
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
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| 4/30/2026 | Price change | $3,000+20%$3/sqft |
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| 4/23/2026 | Price change | $2,500-31.5%$3/sqft |
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| 4/6/2026 | Price change | $3,650-6.4%$4/sqft |
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| 3/18/2026 | Price change | $3,900-4.9%$4/sqft |
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| 1/14/2026 | Price change | $4,100+2.5%$4/sqft |
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| 10/31/2025 | Price change | $4,000-9.1%$4/sqft |
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| 9/10/2025 | Listed for rent | $4,400+22.2%$5/sqft |
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| 5/19/2025 | Listing removed | $3,600$4/sqft |
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| 4/14/2025 | Listed for rent | $3,600$4/sqft |
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Neighborhood: 01002
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Crocker Farm Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 1.9 mi
- 7/10Amherst Regional Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 8/10Amherst Regional High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
There are 6 available units in this apartment building
- Special offer! $300 SIGNING INCENTIVE/REFERRAL
If you refer a group who signs a lease for an apartment with us, we'll give your group $300.Expires August 15, 2026
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