The Mathew J Arruda Group
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(508) 501-5617
324 Total Sales
4 in Brayton Point
$340K - $435K Price Range
Brayton Point
Suburban Neighborhood in Somerset, Massachusetts
Bristol County 02725, 02726
Brayton Point is a Somerset neighborhood cradled on three sides by the calm waters of Mount Hope Bay and the Taunton and Lee rivers.
Area homes range from cozy clapboard and shingled one-story cottages to upscale Colonial Revivals with columned facades and split-levels bordered by neat box hedges and rustic rock walls. For prime sunset viewing, check out Brayton Point’s many waterfront properties with shoreside panoramas. Launch your canoe or kayak into the Taunton River from your own backyard, or fish the tidal estuary for flounder and seabass from the comfort of a private dock. Further inland, you’ll find shady, partially hidden subdivisions and cul-de-sacs branching off from larger residential thoroughfares.
For public access to the shore, spend a lazy Saturday afternoon at Brayton Point Beach, a pebbled stretch lapped by quiet waters. While the beach currently overlooks a former coal-fired power plant, the city plans to revitalize the area and replace the old complex with off-shore wind turbines. You can also explore the nearby Brayton Point Wildlife Management Area, which preserves the area’s verdant marshland habitat. The community gathers at Teamworks Somerset, the neighborhood’s recreation center, for socials, youth programs, summer camps and a variety of sports leagues. And kids can swing, slide and climb at Edward J. O’Neill Memorial Playground, a modest grassy space encircled by tall trees.
Local schoolchildren attend nearby South Elementary, Somerset Middle and Somerset Berkley Regional High. Somerset Middle has integrated engineering and technology skills into its curriculum, beginning with structural and design foundations and ending with an introduction to robotics in 8th grade.
Brayton Point is conveniently bisected by Interstate 195 and Route 6, connecting the neighborhood to greater Somerset as well as urban centers like Providence, Rhode Island, to the west, New Bedford to the east and Worcester to the north. Fall River is just a stone’s throw away across Taunton River, and residents can traverse the scenic Braga Bridge, constructed of sky-blue iron, to reach the city. But there are plenty of amenities available closer to home. For everyday essentials, you can stop by the neighborhood’s commercial hub, a shopping center bordering Route 6. Here, you’ll find familiar retailers like Stop & Shop, CVS and Home Depot.
Don’t feel like cooking at home? Stop by one of Brayton Point’s local restaurants: sample the classic American breakfast menu at Roger’s Family Restaurant; tuck into Missing Link BBQ’s wood-smoked brisket and corn cakes; or satisfy your sweet tooth with J Petal’s decadent Japanese crepes, topped with fresh fruit, ice cream and macarons.
Surrounded by scenic waterways, Brayton Point’s residential streets are a peaceful suburban haven close to Massachusetts’ urban attractions.
Written By
Anouck Dussaud
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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The Mathew J Arruda Group
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Andrew Romano
Andrew Romano
Responds QuicklyBOLD Real Estate
(508) 501-9567
63 Total Sales
1 in Brayton Point
$305,000 Price
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Tracy Shand
Tracy Shand
Conway - Lakeville
(774) 271-5464
39 Total Sales
1 in Brayton Point
$385,000 Price
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Jamison Souza
Jamison Souza
Keller Williams South Watuppa
(508) 300-9317
77 Total Sales
6 in Brayton Point
$319K - $570K Price Range
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Laura Fortin
Laura Fortin
Responds QuicklyHeritage Realty
(339) 230-6182
55 Total Sales
1 in Brayton Point
$531,000 Price
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Sarah Principe
Sarah Principe
Responds QuicklyWilliam Raveis Inspire
(401) 593-4216
93 Total Sales
1 in Brayton Point
$320,000 Price
Schools
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Parks in this Area
Village Park
Fall River Heritage State Park
- Bike Trails
- Picnic Area
- Nature Center
Bicentennial Park
- Boating
- Picnic Area
- Tennis
North Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Skateboard
Edward J O'Neil Memorial
- Baseball/Softball
- Playground
- Parking Lot
Audubon Touisset Marsh Wildlife Refuge
- Boating
- Kayak/Canoe
- River
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Brayton Point | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Brayton Point, Somerset sell after 30 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Brayton Point, Somerset over the last 12 months is $463,385, up 7% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$440,000
Median Single Family Price
$441,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$360
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Last 12 months Home Sales
64
Months of Supply
0.90
Median List Price
$449,450
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
1%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,251
Median Year Built
1955
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,457
Significantly below the national average
1,936
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,068
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,300
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,454
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
6,569
Median Age
46
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
24.6%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$103,174
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$119,127
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
88.4%
College Graduates
30.3%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
11.1%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
65.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
49''
Average Winter Low Temperature
20°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
8''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
32
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
33
/ 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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Local businesses and waterfront homes with private docks on the Cole River
Pottersville
A residential suburb close to the waterfront and fun dining options
Ocean Grove
Coastal Swansea homes, sandy beaches and local restaurants along Mount Hope Bay
Western Fall River
Western Fall River is a neighborhood undergoing transformation
Highlands-Fall River
Residential historic neighborhood minutes from downtown Fall River
Luther Corner
A historic suburb connected to local amenities
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