Why Live in Whittenton Junction
Whittenton Junction in Taunton features a mix of historical and modern homes, with narrow streets lined by early 20th-century bungalows, Cape Cods, and two-story cottages on the southeastern side. The northwest area showcases homes from the 1970s onward, including ranch-style, Colonial Revivals, and new Traditional houses with larger lots averaging about a half-acre. The neighborhood is bordered by the Three Mile River, and residents often visit Watson Pond State Park for swimming, kayaking, and fishing. Camp Riverside offers summer activities for kids, while Fore Kicks provides year-round sports leagues and an inflatable park for birthday parties. Myles Standish Industrial Park, located to the north, houses 100 businesses, and major routes like Massachusetts Route 140, Interstate 495, and U.S. Highway 44 facilitate commutes to Providence (20 miles) and Boston (40 miles). Local amenities include a Trucchi’s Supermarkets on Tremont Street and dining options like A-1 Pizza and Home Plate Bay Street Grill. The neighborhood is zoned to Taunton Public Schools, which offer a range of educational opportunities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Whittenton Junction a good place to live?
Whittenton Junction is a good place to live. Whittenton Junction is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Whittenton Junction has 2 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 45. The average household income is $121,539 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 25.8% of residents. A majority of residents in Whittenton Junction are home owners, with 14.8% of residents renting and 85.2% of residents owning their home. A
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How much do you need to make to afford a house in Whittenton Junction?
The median home price in Whittenton Junction is $464,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $93,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.35%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,310 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $99K a year to afford the median home price in Whittenton Junction. The average household income in Whittenton Junction is $122K.
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Home Trends in Whittenton Junction, MA
On average, homes in Whittenton Junction, Taunton sell after 24 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Whittenton Junction, Taunton over the last 12 months is $455,000, down 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$455,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$475,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$440,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$312
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
32
Median List Price
$464,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-3%