Single Family Residence at 42 Water St, Northampton MA 01053, Northampton
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$649,000

42 Water St, Northampton MA 01053
Northampton, MA 01053
Listed by Patrick Cathro
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
2
Living area
2,158 sqft
Year built
1900

About this home

Tucked along the scenic Mill River in the heart of Leeds, this unique property at 42 Water Street offers a rare blend of nature, charm, and comfort. Surrounded by mature trees and peaceful water views, the home features warm wood floors, vaulted ceilings with skylights, and an inviting open-concept layout filled with natural light. The spacious kitchen flows seamlessly into the living area, creating the perfect space for entertaining or relaxing. Outside, enjoy multiple riverside seating areas, a private patio, and tranquil outdoor spaces that feel like your own hidden retreat. Conveniently located just minutes from downtown Northampton, local shops, restaurants, bike paths, and conservation areas, this special home offers the perfect balance of privacy and accessibility. A truly one-of-a-kind Leeds setting with character and charm throughout.

Highlights

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Property details

MLS #
73525048
Property type
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
N/A
Status
Active
Days on market
134
On market date
May 27, 2026
Stories
N/A
Total bathrooms
2
Garage spaces
N/A
Parking spaces
3
Lot size
0.23 acres
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card (e.g. NC Dept. of Public Instruction, SC Report Card).

Elementary
Leeds
0.21 mi away · Grades -1-5
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
5.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
303
Student:teacher ratio
10.8:1
District
Northampton
Middle
John F Kennedy Middle School
1.37 mi away · Grades 6-8
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
5.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
579
Student:teacher ratio
10.0:1
District
Northampton
High
Smith Vocational and Agricultural High
2.77 mi away · Grades 9-12
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
5.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
547
Student:teacher ratio
9.4:1
District
Northampton-Smith Vocational Agricultural

Walkability

Blended score for Northampton's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).

30
Car-dependent
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
6.2 / 20 -- Below average walkable
Google Places amenity density
28 / 100
Restaurants & cafes2
Grocery stores0
Parks3
Schools1
Transit stops1
Pharmacies0

Market position

How this listing compares to current activity in Northampton, from live MLS data.

On the market 134 days -- 6 more days than Northampton's current average of 128 days.
For reference, the median list price across 227 active listings in Northampton right now is $495,000.

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Est. monthly payment
$4,058/mo
$129,800 down
$519,200 loan
Principal & interest$3,368
Property tax (est.)$541
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by MLS Property Information Network via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated June 14, 2026.

Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed; all measurements, school assignments, HOA fees, taxes, and feature lists are approximate and should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.