Why Live in Montello
Montello, a neighborhood in Brockton, features a variety of home styles, including single-story ranches, split-levels, Cape Cods, Colonial Revivals, and Garrison-style homes. Residential lots range from 6,000 square feet to half-acres, with interconnected streets where sidewalks are rare, yet neighbors frequently take walks. Local parks such as McKinley Park, Hillstrom Farm Park, and Tukis Playground provide ample recreational opportunities, while Ames Nowell State Park offers mountain biking, hiking, horseback riding, and winter cross-country skiing. For indoor activities, residents can visit Westgate Lanes for bowling and arcade games or Carousel Family Fun Center for roller skating. Main Street, bordering the neighborhood's west side, is lined with local restaurants and shops, including Tommy Doyle’s Pub and Gowell’s Homemade Candy. The Brockton Fall Festival and Annual Towerfest celebrate the community spirit with games, rides, and live performances. Montello is conveniently located near Massachusetts Route 24, with Boston about 23 miles north and Providence 45 miles south. Commuters can use the MBTA commuter rail at Montello Station for direct access to Boston’s South Station. The Boston Logan International Airport is approximately 24 miles away. While the local schools have average ratings, Brockton High School is noted for its award-winning sports teams and notable alumni.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Montello a good place to live?
Montello is a good place to live. Montello is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. Montello is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Montello has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 7.0 people per acre and a median age of 38. The average household income is $107,019 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 16.5% of residents. A majority of residents in Montello are home owners, with 30.2% of residents renting and 69.8% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Montello can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Montello neighborhood guide.
Is Montello, MA a safe neighborhood?
Montello, MA is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Montello?
The median home price in Montello is $525,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $105,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.72%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,720 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $117K a year to afford the median home price in Montello. The average household income in Montello is $107K.
What are the best public schools in Montello?
The best public schools that serve Montello are:
What are the best private schools in Montello?
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Home Trends in Montello, MA
On average, homes in Montello, Brockton sell after 100 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Montello, Brockton over the last 12 months is $495,000, up 27% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$495,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$495,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$645,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$370,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$330,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$283
Number of Homes for Sale
11
Last 12 months Home Sales
143
Median List Price
$525,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
27%