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Sunderland, MA

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Riverside serenity in central Massachusetts

Rural Outdoors Peaceful Historic River

On the eastern bank of the Connecticut River just nine miles north of Amherst, Sunderland is a charming town that’s stood the test of time since 1718. Sunderland’s nearly 15 square miles of land rests near a large concentration of state forests, wildlife area, and preserves, making this Massachusetts locale perfect for outdoor lovers, families, and students alike.

Sunderland is a modest town, but there are a few lively, local spots like Wild Roots and Blue Heron along Amherst Road that make a compelling case for a night out. Students might enjoy the quiet atmosphere of Sunderland, as the University of Massachusetts Amherst is only seven miles south. Take a hike through Mount Toby State Forest, or one of the many wildlife areas just north of the town. I-91 is just across the river to the west, so a trip into Springfield is never out of the question.

Rent Trends

As of March 2025, the average apartment rent in Sunderland, MA is $1,750 for a studio, $1,533 for one bedroom, $1,995 for two bedrooms, and $3,098 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Sunderland has increased by 6.8% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,533/month
460 Sq Ft
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Transportation

30

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

29

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Sunderland Elementary

Public

Grades PK-6

177 Students

5
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Richard Cronin National Salmon Station
  • Silvio O. Conte National Fish & Wildlife Refuge
  • Mount Sugarloaf State Reservation
  • Magic Wings Butterfly Conservatory & Gardens
  • Orchard Hill Observatory

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2025.