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Hatfield

Hatfield

Rural Neighborhood in Massachusetts

Hampshire County 01038, 01088

$494,040 Average Value
$277 Average Price per Sq Ft
4 Homes For Sale

Small farming community of Hatfield

Hatfield is a rural residential community on the western bank of the Connecticut River, with acres of farmland, forests and a smattering of shops and restaurants. Farming is the heartbeat of the neighborhood, where there are over a dozen farmstands and some of the most fertile agricultural soils in Western Massachusetts. The town is home to about 3,000 people, but families with students at nearby universities come through for its quiet atmosphere and open fields. University of Massachusetts Amherst sits about 11 miles across the river, with Amherst College only a couple miles south. Locals are proud of their town’s history, as seen at the Hatfield Historic and Farming Museums. Despite its rural nature, Hatfield residents have access to everyday necessities and grocery stores close by. Interstate 91 runs through the neighborhood, keeping locals connected to areas across Massachusetts and New England.

Harvesting history and homesteads in Hatfield

Hatfield is home to acres of farms and forests and is almost exclusively forested, with roads and a creek system flowing through it. The Hatfield Farm Museum brings agricultural enthusiasts to the area and is housed in a tobacco shed that belonged to one of the area’s earliest farmers. It showcases farm tools from the 19th and 20th centuries and points to the historical importance of farming in the community. The museum hosts cider pressing, textile demonstrations and live music, making it a gathering place for local events. The newspaper print shop-turned-boutique New England Inn, the Old Mill Inn, is available for visitors and locals, as General Manager, Gail Chevalier says, “those seeking a quiet and romantic night with twinkling lights and a homey, cozy feeling.” The inn is famous for Café Manager Shannon Blomstrom’s homemade biscuits and its own waterfall, which illuminates a blue light after sunset. “People staying in the suites by the water, or even those walking the hallways on that side of the building, hear a constant soothing sound. It’s a natural white noise machine,” Chevalier says.

Farms are a plenty in Hatfield, MA.
Farms are a plenty in Hatfield, MA.
Along the Connecticut River the homes have large backyards to enjoy.
Along the Connecticut River the homes have large backyards to enjoy.
There is a great seating area for the adults in Hatfield, MA.
There is a great seating area for the adults in Hatfield, MA.
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Homes built from 1900 to now in Hatfield

Alongside fields and shaded by leafy trees, Hatfield's streets are dotted with roomy colonial homes set on large lots with spacious front lawns. These properties tend to sell from $700,000 to $900,000. Ranch-style homes and Cape Cods with backyards can be found on the banks of the Connecticut River and often fall in the $300,000 to $500,000 range. Spacious homes on large plots near open fields may also feature barns and stables. While the neighborhood is car dependent due to its primarily residential composition, locals can also enjoy biking through the area.

A colonial with a perfect porch and hanging garden to create shade and enjoy in Hatfield, MA.
A colonial with a perfect porch and hanging garden to create shade and enjoy in Hatfield, MA.
A cape cod with a solar addition in Hatfield.
A cape cod with a solar addition in Hatfield.
A picturesque cape cod in Hatfield, MA.
A picturesque cape cod in Hatfield, MA.
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Shopping and dining in Hampshire County

While Hatfield is mostly comprised of homes and fields, there are nearby shopping centers available. Residents tend to commute 3 to 4 miles to Walmart, Aldi and the Stop & Shop for groceries, and head 9 miles east for essentials as Lowe’s, Home Depot and Whole Foods. Local restaurants include the family-owned Fishtales Bar & Grill, known for its daily delivered fresh fish. The Waxwing Café is another spot that specializes in casual fine dining, with dishes such as escargot, duck confit and chicken schnitzel. Cantina is a relatively new authentic Mexican restaurant less than 1 mile off I-91 on Elm Street, receiving five stars on Yelp during its first month open.

In Hatfield the Smithsonian Chowder House is a great find to enjoy.
In Hatfield the Smithsonian Chowder House is a great find to enjoy.
A hot lobster roll and large mug of chowder is great anytime of year in Hatfield.
A hot lobster roll and large mug of chowder is great anytime of year in Hatfield.
Inside the Smithsonian Chowder House in Hatfield, MA.
Inside the Smithsonian Chowder House in Hatfield, MA.
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The Hatfield Falcons

The Hatfield Public Schools district serves students in the neighborhood. It consists of two schools: Hatfield Elementary for kindergarten through Grade 6 and Smith Academy for Grades 7 through 12. Hatfield Elementary scores a B-minus on Niche and provides counseling to any students in need of social and coping strategies or general mental health guidance. Smith Academy rates a B and has the college preparatory Program of Studies, which focuses on preparing students wholistically for higher education.

Hatfield Elementary School has you covered from grades Pre-K-5th grade in Hatfield, MA.
Hatfield Elementary School has you covered from grades Pre-K-5th grade in Hatfield, MA.
Smith Academy is your middle and high school in the Hatfield area.
Smith Academy is your middle and high school in the Hatfield area.
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Close to major routes in Massachusetts

Hatfield is about 25 miles north of Springfield and under 6 miles from the Northampton Downtown Historic District. Route 5 and I-91 run through Hatfield, providing access to the surrounding area. Private and regional airports are nearby, with the closest hub, Bradley International Airport, about 45 miles south in Connecticut.

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Bradley International

62 min drive

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West St & Hatfield Pub

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West St And Mountain Dr

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Hatfield US
Homicide 1 4
Sexual Assault 1 4
Assault with Weapon 1 4
Robbery 2 4
Burglary 1 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 1 4
Larceny 1 4
Crime Score 1 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$440,000
Median Single Family Price
$450,000
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$325,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$277
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Last 12 months Home Sales
23
Months of Supply
2.10
Median List Price
$465,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
-2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-12%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,163
Median Year Built
1965
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,856
On par with the national average
1,936
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,640
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,186
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,170
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
44,866

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
2,682
Median Age
52
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
16%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
31.1%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$79,375
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$102,416

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
96.4%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
45.4%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
18.6%
% Population in Labor Force
70.4%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
51''
Average Winter Low Temperature
19°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
27''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

35 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

1 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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