Why Live in Brockton Heights
Brockton Heights, also known as Brockton’s West Side, is an established neighborhood featuring a mix of dining, retail, and well-crafted homes. The area is known for its proximity to vast parks and Downtown Brockton, providing a balance between city and suburban living. The restaurant scene includes local favorites like Tommy Doyle’s for bar-style pizzas, Casa Vallarta for Mexican cuisine, and Pho Town 6 for quick-service Vietnamese dishes. Chain options such as Texas Roadhouse, IHOP, and Starbucks are also available. Residents have multiple grocery options, including Market Basket, Aldi, and Walmart, while Gerry’s Farm offers seasonal produce and fresh flowers. Westgate Mall provides additional shopping and dining options.
The neighborhood's housing includes split-level homes and Colonial Revivals built between the 1950s and 1980s, as well as larger New Traditional and contemporary homes on spacious lots built within the last decade. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore D.W. Field Park, which offers 650 acres of ponds, lakes, and trails, or visit the Stone Farm Conservation Area for hiking. The Thorny Lea Golf Club and Urban Air Adventure Park provide recreational activities for all ages.
Brockton Heights hosts various community events, including the Brockton Holiday Parade and weekly activities at D.W. Field Park. The neighborhood is served by Brockton Public Schools, with Hancock Elementary and West Middle School receiving average ratings, while Brockton High School is noted for its music and arts programs. Massachusetts Route 24 and the commuter rail facilitate travel to nearby cities, including Boston, 23 miles north. Boston Logan International Airport is a 25-mile drive away.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Brockton Heights a good place to live?
Brockton Heights is a good place to live. Brockton Heights is considered somewhat walkable and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. Brockton Heights is a suburban neighborhood. Brockton Heights has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 3.3 people per acre and a median age of 40. The average household income is $72,074 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 19.7% of residents. A majority of residents in Brockton Heights are renters, with 63.6% of residents renting and 36.4% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Brockton Heights can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Brockton Heights neighborhood guide.
Is Brockton Heights, MA a safe neighborhood?
Brockton Heights, MA is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 6 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Brockton Heights?
The median home price in Brockton Heights is $436,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $87,200 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,260 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $97K a year to afford the median home price in Brockton Heights. The average household income in Brockton Heights is $72K.
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Home Trends in Brockton Heights, MA
On average, homes in Brockton Heights, Brockton sell after 57 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Brockton Heights, Brockton over the last 12 months is $800,000, up 202% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$800,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$275,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$436,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$920,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$333
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Last 12 months Home Sales
7
Median List Price
$436,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
202%