Located by the Malden River, Bellrock is a pocket community home to Bell Rock Memorial Park. This small neighborhood is on the south side of Malden, and is steps away from bustling commercial areas like Malden Square and the city center. Echoing the city’s multi-cultural character, Bellrock is a diverse and inclusive community surrounded by specialty grocery stores and international restaurants. Multi-unit homes frame the landscape, and residents are within walking distance of city parks, public schools and entertainment venues. “Bellrock has many traditional Victorian homes and multi-family condos,” says Diane Chuha, a Malden native and Realtor at Century 21 with 37 years of experience. “It’s within a walkable distance to the train station and bus stops, and you can also walk along the Malden River.”
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.”
A diverse array of housing styles line the scenic streets of Bellrock.
Stately homes with large yards are a popular option for homebuyers in Bellrock.
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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.
All Seasons Table is located a quick walk away from the Bellrock neighborhood.
Super 88 Market has a huge variety of fresh produce and meats in Bellrock.
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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.
The Ferryway School serves students in grades K-8.
Malden High School welcomes the Malden, MA, community.
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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.
Buses run frequently near Bellrock at Malden Center and make getting around a breeze.
Trains run frequently at Malden Center near Bellrock.
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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.
Bell Rock Memorial Park is in the heart of the Bellrock neighborhood and has lots of paths.
MacArthur Playground has several paved paths throughout for an afternoon walk.
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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.
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Parks in this Area
MacArthur Playground
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Playground
Bell Rock Memorial Park
Transit
Airport
General Edward Lawrence Logan International
13 min drive
Bus
Medford St & Brackenbury St
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Main St & Brown Terr
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Main St & Converse Ave
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Medford St & Green St
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Bellrock, Malden sell after 20 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Bellrock, Malden over the last 12 months is $443,000, down 16% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
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
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