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Enjoy nature as you ride through the dense forest areas in East Taunton.
A Boston suburb with a country feeling
In East Taunton, there is less of a commercial presence than in neighboring Taunton. Instead, many small farms and stables are scattered throughout homes sitting on spacious lots. “It’s much more rural and desirable for people who like more of the country feel versus the city feel,” says Debbie Edwards, a real estate agent with Jack Conway & Co., Bordered by the Fall River Expressway and the Alfred M Bessette Memorial Highway, East Taunton residents aren’t far from Taunton’s city center. For now, driving is the quickest option to Boston, with an hour or so commute. However, East Taunton commuter rail service is expected to begin operation in 2025. The neighborhood has its own police precinct and fire station. The neighborhood’s CAP Index crime score is 2 out of 10, lower than the national average of 4.
East Taunton has no shortage of large properties with big yard spaces for energetic kids.
Historic Colonials and Cape Cod styles
In a town steeped in history, some of East Taunton’s Colonial-style homes date back to the late 1800s and early 1900s. If homebuyers are looking for something a bit more modern, they can find ranch and raised ranch-styles built in the early 2000s. Cape Cods are also a popular style. “There are a couple of subdivisions that are around 20 years old, not a lot of brand-new construction,” Edwards says. Lot sizes tend to be generous, and houses sit further apart than other neighborhoods in Taunton. Single-family homes start at $324,000 and go as high as $726,000. There are a few duplexes and other multi-family homes priced between $483,000 to $675,000. Condos and townhouses with two to three bedrooms range from $239,500 to $380,000.
Just a 10 minute drive from East Taunton is Union Straw, a modern pub with great atmosphere.
Fresh Kyler's Seafood at Star Drive-In
East Taunton has a handful of eateries. Tomato & Basil is a family-owned and operated Italian restaurant best known for its pizza. At Kev’s Ice Cream, residents can walk up to the counter and order a cone or something more extravagant like a seasonal Apple Pie Frappe. On the other side of the Fall River Expressway, Taunton Depot has department stores like Target and Kohl's, as well as restaurant chains, including Smokey Bones barbeque and Mediterranean Bar and Grill. Trucchi’s Supermarket is just up the road from the shopping center. For a retro night of fun, the Star Drive-In shows outdoor film screenings from June to the end of September. However, they serve food year-round. Their menu includes fresh lobster and clam cakes, burgers and other American classics. “I’m driving past the drive-in right now, and there are probably 20 cars out there,” Edwards says. “The big thing is that they have Kyler's Seafood, which is a fresh seafood market out of New Bedford. Star Drive-In also has ice cream, but it’s not as popular as the seafood.”
East Taunton's connection to it's colonial history is on grand display at the Old Colony Museum.
Celebrating Art in Downtown Taunton
Most of the area's big annual events take place in City Center. Old Colony Museum hosts Liberty & Union Day. The tradition celebrates Taunton's role as the first American colony to raise a flag against British rule. Downtown Art Jam takes over Taunton Green and other Main Street spots for one summer day. The festival encourages people to celebrate art in its many forms, from live performances and demonstrations to fashion and film.
Cheer on the Taunton Tigers at a home game at the Taunton High School located in Taunton, MA.
Dining at Taunton High's Tiger Den
East Taunton Elementary earns a B-minus grade on Niche, while Joseph H. Martin Middle, hosting 5th to 7th graders, receives a C-plus. Taunton High for students in Grades 8 to 12 has a B-minus rating. At the Tiger Den, Taunton High culinary students prepare and serve food for staff and faculty, as well as the public. Taunton Alternative High School is another option for juniors and seniors. High schoolers looking for electrical technology and graphic design programs can attend C-plus-rated Bristol-Plymouth Regional Technical School. Taunton Public Virtual Academy is a newer remote learning school that doesn’t currently have a Niche Score.
East Taunton has strong connections to local cranberry bogs that supply international brands.
Cranberry bog views at Massasoit State Park
When Barstow’s Pond had its dam removed in 2015, it opened miles of water for native species, including red herring and American eels. The pond is a part of the Cotley River, a tributary of the Taunton River that borders a portion of the neighborhood. East Taunton is next to Massasoit State Park. There are six lakes and ponds, with Lake Rico serving as a launch for non-motorized boats. With over 1,200 acres, visitors can explore the park’s trails via hiking, biking or even cross-country skiing in the winter. Whether camping overnight or visiting for a few hours, the water and cranberry bogs provide scenic views. The neighborhood also has a few small fields for youth soccer and little league baseball.
Opening soon in spring of 2025 is East Taunton's connection to the MBTA.
Middleborough/Lakeville line extending to East Taunton
Depending on traffic, the drive to Boston via the Fall River Expressway can take just under or over an hour. While East Taunton doesn’t currently have its own commuter rail access, the south coast rail project will extend the Middleborough/Lakeville line to connect from Boston to Taunton. Service from the East Taunton Station is expected to begin by spring 2025. The Greater Attleboro and Taunton Regional Transit Authority runs buses through East Taunton to the rest of the city and surrounding areas. While the Taunton Municipal Airport sits in East Taunton, it isn’t open for commercial use. Travelers are more likely to drive an hour or so to Boston Logan International Airport.
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Transit
Airport
Rhode Island Tf Green International
52 min drive
Bus
Colony Ave & Middleboro Ave
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
East Taunton
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
East Taunton Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in East Taunton, Taunton sell after 48 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in East Taunton, Taunton over the last 12 months is $430,000, up 25% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Industrial loft-style living at Riverbend! This top level condo offers dramatic high ceilings, oversized windows and sliders that flood the space with natural light, and an elegant spiral staircase that sets a tone. The renovated kitchen features new cabinets, fresh LVT flooring, stainless steel appliances, and a mosaic tile backsplash, perfectly complementing the open-concept design. Two
Prime East Taunton Location – Discover this beautifully remodeled 4-bedroom, 2-bath home nestled in the highly sought-after area of East Taunton. Step inside to an open-concept layout featuring a brand-new kitchen complete with granite countertops, sleek stainless steel appliances, and a convenient first-floor laundry with brand-new washer and dryer. The home also includes an enclosed
Welcome to Powhattan Estates! One of the nicest homes in this gated type of community. Large home with an oversized family room 24 x 24, perfect for entertaining. Home is renovated with open concept residence and has had many updates by this current owner; NEW HVAC, NEW gutters w/ leaf guard, NEW shed, NEW roof, NEW garage doors, NEW sliding door off EIK leading to deck, NEW cement sidewalk for
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
4,629
Median Age
42
Population under 18
22.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$91,110
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$106,630
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
82.2%
College Graduates
24.3%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
10.7%
% Population in Labor Force
73.4%
Above the national average
65.1%
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®
22/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
13/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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