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Agricultural and solar farms in North Brookfield
Situated in west Worcester County, North Brookfield offers views of green farmland with roaming horses and cows, dense forests and historic main streets. Home to both a solar farm and a Victorian-style public library constructed in 1893, the rural neighborhood preserves history while supporting modern development. “It’s a laidback environment, with lots of open space. The tax rates are also pretty reasonable, and it’s convenient for commuters,” says Cassie Paolucci, broker/owner of Post Road Realty, who has served North Brookfield and the surrounding area for 16 years. Residents have plenty of options for outdoor recreation and community engagement but remain near larger urban areas.
Colonial Revivals and farmhouses on quiet roads
Many homes are situated on the gridded roads surrounding North Main Street, but properties are also along the rural streets that meander across North Brookfield. “Driving through the area, you’ll notice lots of farmland and open space. It’s ideal for people who want to raise animals or have space for kids,” Paolucci says. Houses range in style; there are 19th-century colonials, 1970s split-levels and ranches and Colonial Revivals from the early 2000s. Open lots and farmhouses on large plots of land are also available. Colonials requiring renovations are priced at $175,000, but prices for well-maintained homes do not vary according to style. Most homes cost between $330,000 and $460,000. An open 12-acre lot is priced around $350,000, while a farmhouse with a barn on 10 acres costs $630,000.
Classic Colonial homes are common in North Brookfield.
North Brookfield has many Minimal-Traditional homes with expansive lots.
North Brookfield farm houses keep residents close to the town center.
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Pizza on North Main or farm-fresh options at Farmer Matt
Restaurants and businesses are found along North Main Street. It’s not hard to find casual Italian food in North Brookfield- Jim’s Pizza has subs and pizza, and the North Brookfield Pizza Palace has pizza and cheesesteak grinders. For a weekend out, Common Ground Ciderworks is a craft brewery with hard cider, beer and shareables. Nearby farms make it easy for residents to find locally sourced meat and produce. Farmer Matt is 4 miles northwest of the neighborhood and operates a year-round farm store selling beef, seasonal produce and baked goods. The farm operates a restaurant where locals can eat farm-fresh dishes at picnic tables. Regional supermarket Hannaford sells groceries and other essentials. For retail, residents can drive 20 miles east to Worcester for big-box stores like Target and HomeGoods.
The North Brookfield Pizza Palace is open daily until 9PM.
Common Ground Cider Works offers weekend fare for North Brookfield residents.
The North Brookfield Pizza Palace serves grinders and salads daily.
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Online learning opportunities at North Brookfield High
Students are zoned to the North Brookfield Public Schools, which solely serves the North Brookfield community and has less than 600 students total, making it the smallest school district in the state. Kids can attend North Brookfield Elementary, which earns a C-plus rating from Niche and serves prekindergarten through sixth grade students. Students advance to C-plus-rated North Brookfield Junior/Senior High School for Grade 7 through Grade 12. The school has a student-teacher ratio of 9-to-1 and offers dual enrollment and Advanced Placement courses to help students prepare for college through the online platform Edgenuity.
North Brookfield Elementary School in North Brookfield offers pre-K through 6th grade learning.
The sun sets behind North Brookfield High School in North Brookfield.
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Meander through Sucker Brook Wildlife Management Area
Located across the northern edge of the neighborhood is Sucker Brook Wildlife Management Area, where residents can find a densely forested landscape and winding brook. Residents can hunt, fish, hike and observe wildlife in this conservation area. For marked trails, Moore State Park is 10 miles northeast of North Brookfield and features rails with views of an old sawmill, pond and waterfall. Horseback riding is also popular in the area, and residents can board their horses or take horseback riding lessons at neighboring farms.
The North Brookfield Rail Trail stretches for miles throughout the region.
Elmstead Farm is a residential horse farm in North Brookfield.
Grazing animals and horse farms are common in North Brookfield.
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Musical bingo at Common Ground Ciderworks
Downtown, the Haston Free Public Library hosts events for many ages and interests. Kids can gather for weekly story times, Lego club meetings and bimonthly art club sessions. Tweens can meet for a “relax and read” story hour. Adults can meet for book group meetings, craft nights and creative workshops. The library also organizes community services, like a holiday food drive. Common Ground Ciderworks has seasonal craft fairs with local vendors and live music, as well as musical bingo on Fridays and live music performances all weekend.
Commute to Worcester or walk downtown
Some streets near downtown are lined with narrow sidewalks, but sidewalks are generally difficult to come by in this rural area. The neighborhood is very car-dependent, so locals rely on personal vehicles. State highways can take residents 20 miles east to Worcester and route to major highways like Interstate 90 to travel 70 miles east to Boston.
North and South Main meet in North Brookfield.
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On average, homes in North Brookfield, MA sell after 42 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in North Brookfield, MA over the last 12 months is $420,000, up 19% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Immaculate young 2016 ranch on 6+ private acres featuring a charming farmers porch and brand new fully finished lower level—ideal for extended family, in-law setup, or potential ADU. Offers 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, spacious living, and a large detached garage. Property with expansion potential. A unique opportunity with privacy, flexibility, and room to grow. Enjoy a large private rear deck
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