Why Live in South Grafton
South Grafton is a semi-rural neighborhood located about 12 miles southeast of Worcester. The area is predominantly residential, featuring subdivisions with cul-de-sacs and sidewalks, and offers a blend of Colonial-Revival, ranch-style, and bungalow homes. Many of these homes are situated on larger lots, providing a spacious, country-like atmosphere. The neighborhood saw significant development around 2007, resulting in newer housing options. South Grafton is served by the highly-rated Grafton Public School District, including South Grafton Elementary School, Millbury Street Elementary School, Grafton Middle School, and Grafton High School. The neighborhood is safer than the national average, contributing to its family-friendly appeal. Local amenities include Riverview Park, which offers a boat launch, soccer fields, and a playground, and the Ferry Street Baseball Complex, which features courts for basketball, tennis, and baseball. The nearby Martha Deering Wildlife Management Area provides extensive trails through wooded wetlands. For shopping and dining, residents can visit the historic downtown Grafton, located about 3 miles north, where local shops, eateries, and the Grafton Country Store are popular spots. The area also hosts the Grafton Farmers’ Market every Wednesday from mid-June to early October. Commuting is convenient with Massachusetts State Route 146 providing access to Worcester and Providence, and an MBTA commuter rail station in North Grafton offering service to Boston.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is South Grafton a good place to live?
South Grafton is a good place to live. South Grafton is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. South Grafton is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. South Grafton has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 2.0 people per acre and a median age of 39. The average household income is $133,676 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 54.1% of residents. A majority of residents in South Grafton are home owners, with 38.4% of residents renting and 61.6% of residents owning their home. A
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Is South Grafton, MA a safe neighborhood?
South Grafton, MA is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 2 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in South Grafton?
The median home price in South Grafton is $595,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $119,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.5%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,010 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $129K a year to afford the median home price in South Grafton. The average household income in South Grafton is $134K.
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Home Trends in South Grafton, MA
On average, homes in South Grafton, MA sell after 37 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in South Grafton, MA over the last 12 months is $594,150, up 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$594,150
Median Single Family Sale Price
$765,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$625,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$474,950
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$289
Number of Homes for Sale
10
Last 12 months Home Sales
43
Median List Price
$595,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
-1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
5%