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Transfer station

Amherst Transfer Station & Recycling Center

740 Belchertown Rd., Amherst, MA 01002

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Official sources disagree on these details. We show what each source says; confirm with the operator before you go.

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Plan your visit

Operator
Town of Amherst Department of Public Works
Hours
Tue, Thu & Sat 8 a.m.–2 p.m.
Appointments
Not listed
Visit fees
Not listed. Ask about fees before you go.
Who can use it
Residents of Amherst only. Businesses: accepted.

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What it accepts

Items we’ve recorded so far. The operator accepts other materials too; see its own list for everything else.

Mattresses

AcceptedFees apply
Fees for mattresses
Twin–King, recyclable$40.00 each
XL–California King, recyclable$50.00 each
Unrecyclable mattress$80.00 each
  • Annual vehicle sticker required ($135 residential); fees paid by cash or check at the Transfer Station office.
  • $80 if the mattress is wet, moldy, infested, torn or otherwise unrecyclable. The FY2026 fee sheet lists lower prices ($30–$40); confirm on site.

Box springs

AcceptedFees apply
Fees for box springs
Twin–King, recyclable$40.00 each
XL–California King, recyclable$50.00 each
  • Annual vehicle sticker required ($135 residential); fees paid by cash or check at the Transfer Station office.
  • $80 if unrecyclable (wet, moldy, infested, crushed).

Furniture

AcceptedFees apply
Fees for furniture
Bulky item$10.00 each
  • Annual vehicle sticker required ($135 residential); fees paid by cash or check at the Transfer Station office.

Refrigerators and freezers

AcceptedFees apply
Fees for refrigerators and freezers
Refrigerator or freezer$40.00 each
  • Annual vehicle sticker required ($135 residential); fees paid by cash or check at the Transfer Station office.
  • Remove doors and all contents.

Washers and dryers

AcceptedFees apply
Fees for washers and dryers
Washer or dryer$20.00 each
  • Annual vehicle sticker required ($135 residential); fees paid by cash or check at the Transfer Station office.

Televisions

AcceptedFees apply
Fees for televisions
TV up to 15-inch screen$20.00 each
TV 16–27 inch$25.00 each
TV over 27 inch$30.00 each
  • Annual vehicle sticker required ($135 residential); fees paid by cash or check at the Transfer Station office.

Computers

AcceptedFees apply
Fees for computers
Laptop$10.00 each
  • Annual vehicle sticker required ($135 residential); fees paid by cash or check at the Transfer Station office.

Other electronics

AcceptedFees apply
  • Annual vehicle sticker required ($135 residential); fees paid by cash or check at the Transfer Station office.
  • Miscellaneous electronics $3–$5 depending on size.

Microwaves

AcceptedCost unknown

Fees aren’t recorded. Don’t assume drop-off is free.

  • Annual vehicle sticker required ($135 residential); fees paid by cash or check at the Transfer Station office.
  • Listed as miscellaneous electronics, $3–$5 depending on size.

Tires

AcceptedFees apply
Fees for tires
Auto or small truck tire$7.00 each
  • Annual vehicle sticker required ($135 residential); fees paid by cash or check at the Transfer Station office.

Batteries

Accepted with conditionsFree (documented)
  • Annual vehicle sticker required ($135 residential); fees paid by cash or check at the Transfer Station office.
  • Rechargeable batteries up to 24 V free with a current sticker; 24–60 V cost $10 each; alkaline batteries go in the trash.

Cardboard

AcceptedCost unknown

Fees aren’t recorded. Don’t assume drop-off is free.

  • Annual vehicle sticker required ($135 residential); fees paid by cash or check at the Transfer Station office.

Scrap metal

AcceptedFees apply
Fees for scrap metal
Scrap metal (minimum)$5.00
  • Annual vehicle sticker required ($135 residential); fees paid by cash or check at the Transfer Station office.

Where this information comes from

Checked October 26, 2026

  • Town of Amherst: Amherst Transfer Station & Recycling Center (opens in new tab) · Town of Amherst Department of Public Works
    • The Amherst Transfer Station is at 740 Belchertown Rd., Amherst, MA 01002, open Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday 8 a.m.–2 p.m. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • The Transfer Station serves authorized residents of Amherst, Pelham and Shutesbury. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Disposal fees are paid by cash or check at the Transfer Station office at drop-off. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Town of Amherst: Vehicle Sticker Access Program (opens in new tab) · Town of Amherst Department of Public Works
    • Residential vehicle stickers cost $135 per vehicle for Amherst, Pelham and Shutesbury residents. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Town of Amherst: Recycling - Solid Waste (opens in new tab) · Town of Amherst Department of Public Works
    • Recyclable Twin–King mattresses or box springs cost $40 and XL–California King $50; unrecyclable ones (wet, moldy, infested, etc.) cost $80. Checked October 25, 2026 (automated check) · sources disagree.
  • Town of Amherst Trash/Recycling Fees FY2026 (PDF) (opens in new tab) · Town of Amherst Department of Public Works
    • The FY2026 fee sheet lists mattresses and box springs at $30 (twin), $35 (full) and $40 (queen/king), $80 if not recyclable. Checked October 25, 2026 (automated check) · sources disagree.
    • Bulky items such as furniture, doors and rugs cost $10. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Washers and dryers cost $20; refrigerators, freezers, dehumidifiers and air conditioners cost $40. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • TVs and monitors cost $20 (up to 15-inch screen), $25 (16–27 inch) or $30 (over 27 inch); laptops $10. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Miscellaneous electronics such as printers, modems, vacuums, microwaves and radios cost $3–$5 based on size. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Auto and small truck tires cost $7. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Scrap metal costs $55 per ton, $5 minimum. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Town of Amherst: A to Z Disposal Guide (opens in new tab) · Town of Amherst Department of Public Works
    • Broken, damaged and stained furniture is accepted at the Transfer Station; fees apply. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Refrigerators and freezers are accepted; remove the doors and all contents first. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • TV sets are accepted at the Transfer Station; fees apply. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • The Transfer Station accepts keyboards, monitors, printers, scanners and CPUs; fees apply. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Vehicle tires and rims are accepted; fees apply. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Rechargeable batteries up to 24 volts are accepted free with a current vehicle sticker; 24–60V batteries cost $10 each. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Sticker holders may take cardboard to the Transfer Station. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Scrap metal is accepted; disposal fees apply. Checked October 26, 2026.

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