Why Live in Highlands
Highlands, located just across Main Street from downtown Haverhill, Massachusetts, is a neighborhood rich in history and architectural diversity. The area features homes from various eras, including Second Empire, Queen Anne, Dutch Colonial, Arts and Crafts, Federal, and American Foursquare designs. Notably, the Victorian homes from the 1800s and 1900s are well-maintained and stand out for their size, with the average detached home being about 2,650 square feet. Gale Park, located at the northern tip, offers a public fountain and monuments commemorating veterans, while the nearby Lake Saltonstall Conservation Area provides swimming and hiking opportunities. The neighborhood is within walking distance to essential amenities such as a Market Basket supermarket and a CVS, as well as dining options like Mediterranean Pizza & Subs Restaurant. Downtown Haverhill's popular eateries, including A-1 Deli, are also nearby. Students attend Golden Hill Elementary, Dr. Paul Nettle Middle, and Haverhill High School, all within 2 miles. Highlands is conveniently close to the Massachusetts Bay Transit Authority station, offering a commute to Boston in just over an hour, and major highways like Interstate 495.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Highlands a good place to live?
Highlands is a good place to live. Highlands is considered somewhat walkable and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. Highlands is a suburban neighborhood. Highlands has 8 parks for recreational activities. It is very dense in population with 15.6 people per acre and a median age of 41. The average household income is $75,875 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 22.5% of residents. A majority of residents in Highlands are renters, with 60.2% of residents renting and 39.8% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Highlands can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Highlands neighborhood guide.
Is Highlands, MA a safe neighborhood?
Highlands, MA is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 7 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Highlands?
The median home price in Highlands is $230,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $46,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,190 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $51K a year to afford the median home price in Highlands. The average household income in Highlands is $76K.
What are the best public schools in Highlands?
The best public schools that serve Highlands are:
What are the best private schools in Highlands?
The best private schools that serve Highlands are:
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Home Trends in Highlands, MA
On average, homes in Highlands, Haverhill sell after 30 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Highlands, Haverhill over the last 12 months is $385,000, up 83% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$385,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$385,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$208,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$304
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
3
Median List Price
$230,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
8%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
83%