Bellrock
Neighborhood in Malden, Massachusetts
Middlesex County 02148
Victorian multi-family residences take center stage
Most area homes were built in the first half of the 20th century, featuring Queen Anne and colonial-inspired architectural details such as rounded facades, front porches and symmetrical outlines. Workers Cottages and American Foursquares are also occasionally spotted among multi-family residences. Single-family homes usually sell between $450,000 and about $800,000, and on rare occasions, a fully renovated house may fetch over $1 million. Multi-unit properties are around $800,000 to $900,000, and condos can be between $300,000 and approximately $600,000. Homes here sit right next to each other, so homeowners can expect close neighbors and small yard sizes, which are typically about 2,000 to less than 5,000 square feet. “There’s not a lot of inventory here,” Chuha says. “If the price is right, homes fly off the market these days. We usually get multiple offers and properties are usually well over the asking price.”
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Pocket parks and scenic trails
The small enclave is anchored by Bell Rock Memorial Park, which has peaceful walking paths and war memorials. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the park has benches for reading or enjoying the outdoor air, and people often come here for picnics in the summer. MacArthur Playground is on the west side of the community, providing children with play equipment such as slides and swings, basketball courts and an open field. On rainy or snowy days, people can go to the adjacent indoor gym, Total Performance Sports, for fitness lessons or workout sessions. Another recreation hotspot is the Northern Strand Community Trail that goes from Everett to Lynn. The Malden section of the trail has many murals and sculptures, making it the ArtLine and a landmark that is steps away from the neighborhood.
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Public and charter school options in Malden
Students here are zoned for Malden Public Schools, which receives a B Niche grade. The district has a student-teacher ratio of 14-to-1 and serves over 6,000 students. For students in first grade through eighth grade, the B-minus rated Ferryway School offers STEM classes and has courses in technology and engineering. Rated B-plus, Malden High School, in conjunction with Bunker Hill Community College, has college-level courses for students interested in pursuing college credits while in high school. Also located in Malden, Mystic Valley Regional Charter School is rated by Niche as the No. 7 best charter high school in Massachusetts, and the A-minus school has a lottery system for enrollment.
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Cultural celebrations that honor diversity
Malden champions its diverse population through many cultural events. There are festivals for Chinese New Year and International Woman’s Day. The St. Rocco's Feast of Malden celebrates Italian Catholic American heritage with processions and parades. Other celebrations include the Filipino Festival and the New England Muslim Festival.Proximity to Boston and transportation options
Bellrock is served by the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) bus, T subway and commuter rail systems. The MBTA station, Malden Center, is about 1 mile north, with access to both the T’s Orange Line and the commuter rail Haverhill Line. Boston's downtown and Logan International Airport can be accessed via local roads, both of which are about 5 to 7 miles south, and Cambridge Health Alliance – Everett Hospital is about 2 miles away.
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Steps away from Malden Square
Residents are several streets south of Malden Square, which is dotted with dozens of businesses and restaurants, including All Seasons Table, an Asian fusion restaurant, and Mystic Station, which serves gastropub fare. Super 88 Market, an Asian grocery store, and Stop & Shop are also about a block away. El Mexsal Authentic Latin Food is the neighborhood spot for Mexican fare, and Target is about 2 miles west in neighboring Medford.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Selina Yin MacDonald
Selina Yin MacDonald
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Boston MetroWest
(857) 971-4296
61 Total Sales
1 in Bellrock
$551,000 Price
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Vicky Xiao
Vicky Xiao
Century 21 North East
(339) 666-2022
41 Total Sales
2 in Bellrock
$290K - $399K Price Range
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Catharine Bray
Catharine Bray
KW Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty
(855) 958-6035
34 Total Sales
1 in Bellrock
$325,000 Price
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Juan Lopera-Martinez
Juan Lopera-Martinez
eXp Realty
(339) 338-4961
92 Total Sales
1 in Bellrock
$774,225 Price
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Saad Munir
Saad Munir
Torii, Inc.
(774) 458-7735
125 Total Sales
1 in Bellrock
$560,000 Price
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Lia Carminati
Lia Carminati
Be Live in Realty
(617) 500-6025
37 Total Sales
1 in Bellrock
$850,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- K to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
- Charter
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Parks in this Area
MacArthur Playground
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Playground
Bell Rock Memorial Park
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Bellrock Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Bellrock, Malden sell after 22 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Bellrock, Malden over the last 12 months is $399,500, down 20% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$388,000
Median Sale Price
$399,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$543,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$399,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$398,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
-2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
16
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-20%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$600
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
484
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Median Year Built
1940
Months of Supply
1.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,273
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,414
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
872
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
414
Average Studio Size Sq Ft
258
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
2,178
Open Houses
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Sunday, Jun 1512 - 1:30pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,700 - $2,700 per month
- Parkwood Apartments
- Studio-2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 500+ Sq Ft
- 16 James St
- Malden, MA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
2,812
Median Age
39
Population under 18
18.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$59,999
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$83,963
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
89.3%
College Graduates
28%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
1%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
70.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
43''
Average Winter Low Temperature
23°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
12''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
65
/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
81
/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
59
/ 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.
Nearby Neighborhoods
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Shopping, dining and community events about 7 miles from Boston
West Everett
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