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71 S Prospect St, Amherst, MA 01002, USA
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Property Overview
71 South Prospect Street is rated as a strong option for renters, with especially high marks for location, amenities, and value for money. It also offers useful photo coverage and is near top-rated schools at convenient distances, while its detailed, transparent listing adds to its overall appeal.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- High school nearby
- Middle school nearby
Great for
Social life
Floor plans
| 71 South Prospect Street - 6 | 1 bed | 1 bath | $850 /mo | ||||
| 71 South Prospect Street - 10 | 1 bed | 1 bath | $850 /mo | ||||
| 71 South Prospect Street - 8 | 1 bed | 1 bath | $850 /mo | ||||
| 71 South Prospect Street - 7 | 1 bed | 1 bath | $850 /mo | ||||
| 71 South Prospect Street - 13 | 2 bed | 1 bath | $2,200 /mo |
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About 71 South Prospect Street
71 South Prospect Street cost $850–$2,200 per month. Located at 71 S Prospect St, Amherst, MA 01002, USA, 71 South Prospect Street has 1 — 2 bedroom units available. Based on the average rent price of 2 bedrooms in Amherst, renting an apartment at 71 South Prospect Street is 4% cheaper per month.
Zumper Expert Rating
Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
7.8
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Very Good71 South Prospect Street is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
Price·8A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Scoring a 8/10, 71 South Prospect Street is a great option for renters looking for apartments in this neighborhood. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 71 South Prospect Street is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
71 South Prospect Street is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 71 South Prospect Street does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.
71 South Prospect Street is great for:
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 71 South Prospect Street compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 1 mile away
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 1 mile away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
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Rent trends in Amherst
1-bedroom apartments here are priced 41% lower than 1-bedrooms in Amherst.
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 71 South Prospect Street to be 4% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Amherst.
Median rents as of Jun 13 2026.
Amherst
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $1,450 |
| July 2024 | $1,431 |
| August 2024 | $1,380 |
| September 2024 | $1,400 |
| February 2025 | $1,250 |
| March 2025 | $1,260 |
| April 2025 | $1,300 |
| May 2025 | $1,300 |
| June 2025 | $1,300 |
| July 2025 | $1,300 |
| August 2025 | $1,300 |
| October 2025 | $1,300 |
| November 2025 | $1,417 |
| December 2025 | $1,495 |
| January 2026 | $1,496 |
| February 2026 | $1,495 |
| May 2026 | $1,400 |
| June 2026 | $1,400 |
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Can I afford to live at 71 S Prospect St?
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Rent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$34,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $34,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom median monthly rent price of $850.
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Schools near 71 South Prospect Street
Crocker Farm Elementary School
280 west st
amherst, MA, 1002
PK, K-6Public
B+
Pelham Elementary School
45 amherst rd
pelham, MA, 1002
K-6Public
A-
Leverett Elementary School
85 montague rd
leverett, MA, 1054
PK, K-6Public
C
Sunderland Elementary School
1 swampfield dr
sunderland, MA, 1375
PK, K-6Public
B-
Whately Elementary School
273 long plain rd
whately, MA, 1093
PK, K-6Public
A-
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Getting around Amherst near 71 S Prospect St
Walking
4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
4/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 71 S Prospect St, Amherst
Groceries
6/10
At least one supermarket within a 20-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
4/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk
High schools
6/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
Explore the area around 71 S Prospect St
Big Y
175 University Dr
Neighbor Food Mart
324 College St
Stop & Shop Supermarket
440 Russell St
Trader Joe's
375 Russell St
ALDI
354 Russell St
Clay's
32 Main St
Art of Intimates
44 Main St
Julie Nolan Jewelry
40 Main St
Zanna
187 N Pleasant St
Cajun Queen
233 N Pleasant St
Amherst Coffee
28 Amity St
Glazed Doughnut Shop
19 N Pleasant St
Limered Teahouse
50 Main St
Moge Tee Amherst
71 N Pleasant St
Rao's Coffee
17 Kellogg Ave
Stackers Pub
57 N Pleasant St
Bistro 63 at the Monkey Bar
63 N Pleasant St
Johnny's Tavern
30 Boltwood Walk
The Archives
30 Boltwood Walk
Amherst Brewing Company
10 University Dr
The Works Bakery Cafe
48 N Pleasant St
Carefree Cakery
71 Cowles Ln
Amherst Farmers Market
Amherst Commons
Moss Nutrition
380 Russell St
Lakeside Organics of Hadley LLC
86 Comins Rd
Town Common
Guy Levy-Despas Monument
North Common
Yushien Japanese Garden
Sweetser Park
La Veracruzana Mexican Restaurant
63 S Pleasant St
Fresh Side Eatery & Teas
39 S Pleasant St
Amherst Coffee
28 Amity St
Vespa's Restaurant
28 Amity St
Oriental Flavor
25 S Pleasant St
Amherst College
Northampton / Hadley / Amherst, MHC / HC / AC / UM, Northampton / Hadley / Amherst Exp, Northampton / Hadley / Amherst, MHC / HC / AC / UM
Amherst Common (S)
Northampton / Hadley / Amherst, Amherst-Worcester Intercity Service, Sunderland / South Amherst, Springfield-Amherst via Holyoke, Olympia Dr / Atkins Corner, MHC / HC / AC / UM
Amherst Common (N)
Olympia Dr / Atkins Corner, Springfield-Amherst via Holyoke, Northampton / Hadley / Amherst Exp, Northampton / Hadley / Amherst, MHC / HC / AC / UM, Amherst-Worcester Intercity Service, Sunderland / South Amherst
Jones Library (In)
Puffers Pond / Stop and Shop
Amherst Town Hall
Belchertown Center / UMass, North Amherst / Old Belchertown Rd
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