Why Live in Sheldonville
Sheldonville, a neighborhood in Plainville, offers a rural atmosphere with homes primarily consisting of Colonial Revivals and large Modern Traditional builds, often set back from the road by long driveways and surrounded by tall trees. These homes sit on spacious lots, many with backyard pools. The neighborhood features low crime risk areas, significantly below the national average. For outdoor recreation, residents can hike at Joe’s Rock or visit Lake Pearl in nearby Wrentham, which offers boating and a small beach. Jane D’Amico Park, founded in 2020, provides a playground with numerous rope obstacles and a large slide. Shopping and dining options are plentiful, with supermarkets like Shaw’s, Stop and Shop, and Target in Wrentham, along with the 170 stores at Wrentham Village Premium Outlets. Sheldonville is also close to Patriot Place at Gillette Stadium, just 8 miles away, which hosts sports events and concerts. For transportation, residents have access to Interstate 495 and a commuter rail station 5 miles away in Franklin. Educationally, the neighborhood is served by highly rated schools, including Delaney Elementary, Charles E. Roderick School, King Philip Middle, and King Philip High.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sheldonville a good place to live?
Sheldonville is a good place to live. Sheldonville is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Sheldonville is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 1, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Sheldonville has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 0.1 people per acre and a median age of 44. The average household income is $199,176 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 61.3% of residents. A majority of residents in Sheldonville are home owners, with 5.1% of residents renting and 94.9% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Sheldonville can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Sheldonville neighborhood guide.
Is Sheldonville, MA a safe neighborhood?
Sheldonville, MA is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 1 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Sheldonville?
The median home price in Sheldonville is $774,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $155,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.31%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,840 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $165K a year to afford the median home price in Sheldonville. The average household income in Sheldonville is $199K.
What are the best public schools in Sheldonville?
The best public schools that serve Sheldonville are:
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Are home prices dropping in Sheldonville?
Yes, home prices in Sheldonville are down 14% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Sheldonville, MA
On average, homes in Sheldonville, Plainville sell after 32 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Sheldonville, Plainville over the last 12 months is $730,000, down 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$730,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$730,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$349
Last 12 months Home Sales
9
Median List Price
$774,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-4%