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Wilbraham

Wilbraham

Suburban Neighborhood in Massachusetts

Hampden County 01095

Neighborhood Reviews
3.9
$496,451 Average Value
$244 Average Price per Sq Ft
16 Homes For Sale

New England rural charm in Eastern Springfield

Once a paper mill town, the community of Wilbraham has a rich history from its agricultural roots to the industrial workers at the Colling Paper Company. While some farms still exist in the area today, the greatest fruit of labor within Wilbraham is education. Since the early 18th century, residents of Wilbraham have taken education seriously and the advanced Hampden-Wilbraham Regional School District attracts many young families to the area. Residents of Wilbraham take pride in their history seen through the preservation of their immense green space and local businesses, all while capitalizing on the close proximity to major highways like U.S. Interstate-90. “Wilbraham provides residents with a small-town feel while accommodating trips to major cities like Boston on I-90,” says Ann Turnberg, long-time local Realtor with over 35 years of experience at the Turnberg & Swallow Team at Coldwell Banker.

Traditional colonials and contemporary Cape Cods

Wilbraham is primarily residential and homes are tucked into the verdant New England countryside. The community offers homes built as recently as 2020, as well as many homes built in the 1950s and 1960s. Wilbraham features a range of housing options from two-story colonials to contemporary Cape Cods, ranch styles and newly built construction. With a median sales price of $415,000, price points here can range from the mid $200,000s to upwards of $800,000 depending on the age, size and location of the property. For example, a three-bedroom vinyl-sided colonial with a one-car garage costs around $252,000, while a five-bedroom colonial with a brick facade and backyard pool within a golf course community can go for around $819,000. Homes within golf course communities are subject to increased price points.“The Wilbraham neighborhood is known for its affordability compared to Boston and New York — attracting young families and new homebuyers to a better quality of life here,” says Turnberg.

Colonial Style Homes
Colonial Style Homes
Cape Style Homes
Cape Style Homes
Ranch Homes
Ranch Homes
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Shopping at Stony Hill Plaza Shopping Center

Residents here are 4 miles from Stony Hill Plaza Shopping Center, which offers a variety of department stores and retailers to choose from, like The Home Depot, Marshalls and Lowe’s. While groceries and other everyday essentials are available at nearby stores like Big Y Pharmacy and Wellness Center, CVS and Walgreens. Dining options here include Via Appia Ristorante for flavorful Italian cuisine and freshly baked bread or Mandarin Wilbraham for sushi and a blend of Chinese and Japanese-inspired dishes. For a more casual atmosphere, locals head to Fieldcrest Brewing Company for a pint of craft beer and their weekly trivia nights on Fridays.

Education in the Hampden-Wilbraham Regional School District

Students in the Wilbraham area can attend schools like Mile Tree Elementary, Wilbraham Middle School and Minnechaug Regional High School, all three of which earned a ranking of B-plus or higher from the educational review site, Niche. Mile Tree Elementary offers a student-teacher ratio of 14:1, while Wilbraham Middle School offers additional programs and activities like Kids Who Code, a computer science club for students to gain hands-on experience. Minnechaug Regional High School offers educational opportunities like internships, career and technical education and dual enrollment courses. Private institutions like Pioneer Valley Montessori School and Wilbraham & Monson Academy are also common here.

Skate night at Interskate 91 South

Wilbraham residents are within walking distance of Fountain Park, which features a gazebo, well-maintained hiking trails and open green space for public use. Disc golfers are in luck with Crane Hill Disc Golf Course nearby, which features an 18-hole course set across fields and wooded areas. Skate the night away at Interskate 91 South, with rentals starting at $5.00 per person and open to all skill levels. For educational play, Wilbraham Children's Museum offers recreational and educational services, an outdoor playground and birthday event spaces for playgroups.

Wilbraham Children's Museum
Wilbraham Children's Museum
The Playground At Wilbraham Children's Museum
The Playground At Wilbraham Children's Museum
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Wilbraham’s Old Meeting House

Wilbraham’s very own Old Meeting House is located on the corner of Main Street and Mountain Road. Built in 1784, the colonial style home is now open to the public as a museum dedicated to preserving and displaying local Wilbraham artifacts that represent the customs and traditions of the people living here. Visitors are welcomed at zero cost on the second Sunday of every month from 2:00 to 4:00 PM.

Old Meeting House
Old Meeting House
Old Meeting House
Old Meeting House
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Transportation around Wilbraham

Wilbraham is primarily car-dependent and relies on U.S. Route 20 for easy access to major highways and neighboring areas like Boston Road and Palmer. Residents here are less than 10 miles from U.S. I-90, making travel to major cities like Boston more accessible. For those seeking to travel longer distances, the Bradley International Airport is only 25 miles away from Wilbraham.

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Bradley International

49 min drive

Bus

Boston & Dudley

Bus

Big Y - Wilbraham

Bus

Boston & Hatch

Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.9 49 Reviews
4.0 Current Resident
2/19/2024 Niche Review
I think overall Wilbraham is a lovely town with wonderful resources, such as the library, but mostly it seems that residents are a little out of touch. Residents put most of their energy into funding sports in the schools and supporting only a small section of the community (wealthy, white, athletic), ignoring anyone outside of that group. Very conservative, that sometimes it feels a little isolating or hostile to minorities.
4.0 Niche User
2/17/2016 Niche Review
Don't really have an opinion on safety. I have not encountered any problems while living here
5.0 Current Resident
5/26/2020 Niche Review
Wilbraham is a safe family-friendly suburb. The public school system is excellent and public services are among the best in the region.
4.0 Current Resident
7/30/2022 Niche Review
Wilbraham has a fairly safe and welcoming community, there are many nice local stores. The seasons look beautiful here, especially the fall. The school system is not great. The high school itself is fairly new, however it turns its cheek to many things that need to be changed morally.
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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Wilbraham US
Homicide 2 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

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$465,000
Median Single Family Price
$465,000
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$475,000
Median 1 Bedroom Price
$400,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$244
Number of Homes for Sale
16
Last 12 months Home Sales
195
Months of Supply
1.00
Median List Price
$475,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
8%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
5,131
Median Year Built
1966
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,052
Above the national average
1,936
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,175
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,500
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,204
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
30,927

Open Houses

  • Sunday, May 4
    12 - 1:30pm

    4 Oakridge Dr, Wilbraham, MA 01095

    $499,900

    • 4 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,681 Sq Ft
    • 4 Oakridge Dr
    • New 1 day ago

    LOCATION LOCATION!!! This METICULOUSLY cared for 4 bed, 2 full bath RANCH is nestled in highly sought-after area in town. As you enter this IMMACULATE and COMPLETELY UPDATED home you will find a WIDE OPEN floor plan perfect for the entertainer. This Charmer offers a lovely remodeled Cherry Kitchen with Granite, SS Appliances with Counter Bar w/ Seating, Living Room w/ GORGEOUS Crown Molding, Gas

    Kara Rice Executive Real Estate, Inc.

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
14,701
Median Age
46
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
24.6%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$124,742
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$142,805

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
95.2%
College Graduates
50.2%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
24.6%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
68.9%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
51''
Average Winter Low Temperature
19°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
27''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

19 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

7 / 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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