Frequently Asked Questions Why Live in Alford
Is Alford a good place to live?
Alford is a good place to live. Alford is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Alford is a neighborhood with a crime score of 1, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. It has a median age of 61. The average household income is $135,150 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 58.7% of residents. A majority of residents in Alford are home owners, with 9.9% of residents renting and 90.1% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving Alford can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our Alford neighborhood guide.
Is Alford, MA a safe neighborhood?
Alford, MA is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 1 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Alford?
The median home price in Alford is $1,200,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $240,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.77%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $6,240 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $267K a year to afford the median home price in Alford. The average household income in Alford is $135K.
What are the best public schools in Alford?
The best public schools that serve Alford are:
- Mt. Everett High School has a B Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 7:1 and an average review score of 4.0.
What are the best private schools in Alford?
The best private schools that serve Alford are:
- Bard Academy at Simon's Rock has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 1:1 and an average review score of 4.4.
- Berkshire Waldorf School has a student teacher ratio of 8:1.
What are the most popular zip codes in Alford, Alford, MA?
What are the most popular neighborhoods near Alford, Alford, MA?
The most popular neighborhood near Alford, Alford, MA is North East.
