A neighbor’s perspective · Amherst, New Hampshire
A place to settle in.
Your Amherst guide.
I’m Jordan Tillery-Downs, an Amherst-based REALTOR® with a love for homes and the life around them. This guide gives you a practical starting point for exploring Amherst, checking a property, and deciding what fits your next chapter.
Start with everyday life
Find the fit before the floor plan.
As you explore Amherst, think about what an ordinary week looks like. Drive the routes you would use, visit at different times of day, and consider how a property’s setting, layout, and maintenance needs line up with your priorities. A home with character is even better when it works for the way you live.
Village character & historic homes
Amherst’s Historic District offers a starting point for exploring the town’s architectural heritage. If you are considering a property in the district, research its boundaries and review process before planning exterior changes. The town’s Historic District Commission explains how preservation review works.
Visit the Amherst Historic District Commission · Read about the historic district
Trails & outdoor time
The town’s maps page connects you with Amherst’s Trails Guide and conservation and recreation maps. Use the official resources to choose a route and check access and current conditions before heading out.
Explore official Amherst town and trail maps
Schools & enrollment research
SAU 39 provides information for the Amherst, Mont Vernon, and Souhegan Cooperative School Districts. Review the official school and enrollment resources, then confirm a specific address and your enrollment questions directly with the district.
A thoughtful eye for home
Character meets
practical questions.
I’m drawn to distinctive homes, mid-century details, and spaces with personality. When we tour, we’ll consider light, flow, and how you would use the rooms, alongside the questions that deserve professional evaluation.
Read about homes with character- Review the property record and available permit history
- Check historic-district boundaries and any planned exterior work
- Ask about water supply, septic or sewer, heating, and maintenance
- Test your actual commute and everyday routes
- Separate cosmetic ideas from structural or system questions
- Confirm your budget and financing with your lender
Research a specific Amherst property.
The town’s Assessing page links to property assessment resources, and the town maps page offers zoning, tax, floodplain, and other research maps. Use these as starting points, then confirm property-specific details with the appropriate town department or professional.
Amherst Assessing and property records · Town maps and zoning resources
Your next step depends on whether you are exploring, ready to buy, or preparing to sell. I’m happy to help you turn your questions into a manageable plan.
Guide reviewed October 14, 2026. Official resources can change; confirm current details for the property you are considering.
The place I call home
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