5 Whiting Farm Drive in Amherst, NH closed at $1,100,000 on April 27, 2026, and it is easy to see why buyers moved fast on this one. Listed at $996,000, this exceptional Cape-style home sold for $104,000 over asking price after just 4 days on market, a result that tells you everything you need to know about demand in one of Southern New Hampshire’s most sought-after communities.
Property Overview
Built in 2019, this 3,094-square-foot Cape sits on 2.42 acres at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac in a well-established Amherst neighborhood. The home offers 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths across two thoughtfully designed levels, with a 3-car garage and a walkout basement with soaring ceilings and abundant natural light ready to be finished.
Inside, the open-concept floor plan features coffered ceilings, a gas fireplace, quartz countertops, and a custom backsplash throughout the kitchen. A private first-floor office adds flexibility as a playroom or quiet workspace. Upstairs, the primary suite is a true retreat complete with a large walk-in closet, an expansive spa-like bath with soaking tub and oversized shower, and a conveniently located second-floor laundry room. Outside, beautifully landscaped grounds with raised garden beds and a deck complete the picture of a move-in-ready home that has it all.
- Bedrooms: 4
- Baths: 2 full, 1 half
- Above Grade Square Footage: 3,094
- Lot: 2.42 acres
- Year Built: 2019
- Garage: 3-car
- School District: Amherst SAU #39 (Wilkins Elementary, Amherst Middle, Souhegan High School)
The Listing Team
This sale was represented on the listing side by Tiffany Jacobs of BHHS Verani Amherst, with Ryan Labore of RE/MAX Synergy representing the buyers. The property listed on March 19, 2026, went pending just 4 days later on March 23, and closed April 27 at $1,100,000, well above the original $996,000 list price.
What This Sale Tells Us About the Southern NH Market
A 4-day sell time and a sale price $104,000 over list is not a fluke. It is a pattern we are seeing again and again in Amherst and across Southern NH. Well-priced, move-in-ready homes in desirable communities are generating immediate competition, and buyers who hesitate are losing out.
Amherst continues to attract families drawn by its top-rated schools, scenic New England setting, and convenient access to Nashua and Manchester. When a quality home hits the market here, motivated buyers act quickly, and the numbers prove it.
Whether you are thinking about selling in Amherst or anywhere across Southern NH, this is the kind of market where preparation and timing make all the difference. Reach out to The Hoover Home Team to learn what your home could be worth right now.
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