North Braintree
Shopping at South Shore Plaza and local dining options
Those amenities are highlighted by South Shore Plaza, a 200-store mall that’s the retail anchor of North Braintree. It’s not just a spot to browse for outfits, shoes and toys; the mall contains a Target, so you can pick up groceries while you’re there. The mall also includes cafes and ice cream shops, but South Shore Plaza isn’t the only place to grab a bite in North Braintree. Less than a mile west sits 110 Grill, where waits for tables aren’t uncommon, and the hamburgers are layered with smashed tater tots and caramelized onions. Follow up dinner at 110 Grill with drinks across the street at Widowmaker Brewing, or turn the meal into dinner-and-a-movie night by catching a flick at the AMC cinema next door. “There’s just a lot of stuff in the town in terms of what people need,” says Compass Realtor Nick Rivers, who grew up in Braintree.Residents make homes their own in this competitive market
Between the mall and the train station are a couple thousand houses, mostly ranch homes and Cape Cod-style houses separated from nearby neighbors with tight, fenced yards. Although Rivers says there isn’t much new development in the residential market, he adds that homeowners frequently expand their properties. “I’ve seen a good number of ranch homes and small Cape Cods being built up into bigger homes. There is a lot of adding but not a ton of new construction.” Two-bedroom condos and single-family houses may be on the market in the $500,000s, but four-bedroom homes often sell for $1 million or more. “We’re seeing more seven-figure houses than I thought I’d ever see in this town,” Rivers says. Homes here sell in an average of two weeks, so house hunters should expect a fast-paced, competitive market.Students zoned for Braintree Public Schools
Braintree Public Schools earns a Niche grade of B-plus, and Rivers explains that local schools are a draw for the community. Prior to fifth grade, most students stay in the neighborhood to attend Hollis Elementary School. At the school, which gets a Niche grade of A-minus, kids learn high-tech topics like computer science. From fifth through eighth grade, kids head a mile outside the neighborhood to East Braintree to take classes at East Middle School; not only does the school earn an A-minus from Niche, but the campus was renovated in 2019, adding a 3D printer lab and expanding the media center. The town’s high school, Braintree High, stands less than a mile outside the neighborhood in South Braintree. The B-plus-rated high school boasts a comprehensive arts program, with students pursuing pathways in animation, fashion and more.Outdoor time at Penniman Park and summer fun at Daughraty Gym
Parents who pick up their little ones from Hollis Elementary and find the kiddos still have energy to burn can drive less than 2 miles east of the school to Penniman Park. There they can slide, swing and climb on the playground. Of course, residents of any age can enjoy the park’s basketball court or softball field. Though the 3.5-acre park hugs Route 3, a cluster of pine and maple trees blocks views of cars and concrete. Back by Hollis Elementary is Daughraty Gym, where local youth can enroll in summer clinics to sharpen their athletic and artistic skills.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Vanessa Foster
Vanessa Foster
Coldwell Banker Realty - Milton
(857) 816-8446
72 Total Sales
1 in North Braintree
$610,000 Price
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Angela Ponte
Angela Ponte
Classic Homes Real Estate
(339) 210-1674
43 Total Sales
1 in North Braintree
$629,000 Price
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Caroline Molla
Caroline Molla
Costello Realty
(508) 687-5739
34 Total Sales
1 in North Braintree
$329,000 Price
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Todd Sandler
Todd Sandler
Todd A. Sandler REALTORS®
(781) 932-5295
104 Total Sales
2 in North Braintree
$625K - $1.2M Price Range
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Paula & Peggy Team
Paula & Peggy Team
William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
(351) 666-5469
66 Total Sales
1 in North Braintree
$775,000 Price
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Douglas Bosse
Douglas Bosse
Olde Towne Real Estate Co.
(617) 741-5807
64 Total Sales
1 in North Braintree
$600,000 Price
Schools
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Parks in this Area
French's Commons
- Baseball/Softball
- Playground
Hollis Playground
Hollis Field
Penniman Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Playground
Leon Harris Playground
- Basketball
- Playground
St. Moritz Park
- Trails
- Hiking
Transit
Airport
General Edward Lawrence Logan International
24 min drive
Train
Braintree
Bus
Granite St & Braintree Hill Pk
Bus
S Shore Mall Rd & Travelers Ins.
Bus
Washington St & Hobart Ave
Bus
Washington St & President Rd
Bus
Washington St & Holllis Ave
Bus
S Shore Plaza & Garage
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | North Braintree | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
North Braintree Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in North Braintree, Braintree sell after 67 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in North Braintree, Braintree over the last 12 months is $406,250, up 21% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$437,500
Median Sale Price
$406,250
Median Single Family Sale Price
$502,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$412,500
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$369,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
30
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
21%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$288
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,867
Number of Homes for Sale
7
Median Year Built
1946
Months of Supply
2.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,969
On par with the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,553
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,241
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
9,583
Open Houses
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Saturday, Aug 210am - 12pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$2,553 - $3,198 per month
- Ridge at Blue Hills
- 1-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 688+ Sq Ft
- 800 West St
- Braintree, MA
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$3,209 per month
- Furnished Studio-Boston - Braintree
- Studio
- 1 Bath
- 300 Sq Ft
- 20 Rockdale St
- Braintree, MA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
6,624
Median Age
41
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$119,605
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$148,118
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
93.8%
College Graduates
50.7%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
20%
% Population in Labor Force
77.1%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
53''
Average Winter Low Temperature
19°F
Average Summer High Temperature
81°F
Annual Snowfall
10''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
40
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
43
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
30
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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