Why Live in Heath
Heath, a rural hilltown in the Berkshires north of Charlemont and Shelburne Falls, offers a country lifestyle with mountain views and ample space for farming or relaxation. The town's Right to Farm laws support a variety of farms and orchards, providing residents with farm-fresh food. Homes in Heath range from colonial farmhouses and expanded Cape Cods to saltbox-style homes, typically situated on multiple acres, with some properties extending into double-digit acreage. High-speed internet is available, despite the remote feel. The community is tight-knit, with events like the annual Heath Fair showcasing local traditions such as horse pulls, ox pulls and a tractor parade. Outdoor recreation is abundant, with H.O. Cook State Forest offering trails for hiking and cross-country skiing, and nearby Charlemont providing whitewater rafting on the Deerfield River. Berkshire East Mountain Resort, 9 miles away, features a mountain coaster and ski lift for mountain biking. Essential services, including a grocery store and pharmacy, are found in Shelburne Falls, about a 10- to 15-minute drive away. Dining options in Shelburne Falls include Baked, Mocha Maya's Coffee House and The Blue Rock Restaurant and Bar. The nearest hospital, Baystate Franklin Medical Center, is 20 miles away in Greenfield, requiring a 30-minute drive.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Heath a good place to live?
Heath is a good place to live. Heath is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Heath is a neighborhood with a crime score of 1, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Heath has 4 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 52. The average household income is $93,425 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 41.4% of residents. A majority of residents in Heath are home owners, with 12.2% of residents renting and 87.8% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Heath can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Heath neighborhood guide.
Is Heath, MA a safe neighborhood?
Heath, 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 Heath?
The median home price in Heath is $375,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $75,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.1%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,820 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $78K a year to afford the median home price in Heath. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Heath is $93K.
What are the best public schools in Heath?
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Home Trends in Heath, MA
On average, homes in Heath, Charlemont sell after 51 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Heath, Charlemont over the last 12 months is $360,000, up 33% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$360,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$375,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$229
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Last 12 months Home Sales
14
Median List Price
$375,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
33%