HomeBin

 
 

Belchertown

switch to other town
Compare to another town

Belchertown

Belchertown, situated on Route 9 just ten miles southeast of Amherst, is the second largest town, in area, in Massachusetts.  First settled in 1731, it is the perfect blend of a quaint old New England town and a modern bedroom community.  Its striking town green, ringed with white churches and
colonial homes, is the site of band concerts, festivals and community activities throughout the year.  The annual Belchertown Fair, one of the oldest continuously operated fairs in the country, takes place there each October.
                                                                
Over a half-million visitors every year hike the trails and fish the waters of the Quabbin Reservoir.  Five Connecticut River Valley towns were flooded in the 1930s to make way for this domestic-use reservoir, one of the largest and most spectacular in the country. Wildlife lovers flock there each winter to catch glimpses of the Quabbin's resident eagle population; they are also welcome at the state's McLaughlin Fish Hatchery just down the road, to learn about trout and salmon culture.
                            
Residents feel that the jewel in Belchertown's crown is the Stone House Museum, a gracious 1827 stone structure containing period Connecticut Valley antiques and furnishings. Owned and operated by the Belchertown Historical Association, the museum is open two days a week from May through
October and hosts social and educational events throughout the year. Along with a traveler's own discoveries about scenic Belchertown, stone walls, ancient elms and maples and lovely homes can be found along the town's 180 miles of paved roads. 

School System Info

MCAS Ranking (of 351 towns) in State:

10th Grade Math:

68  

 

10th Grade Eng:

59  

 

8th Grade Math:

60  

 

8th Grade Eng:

109  

 

8th Grade Science:

58  

 

4th Grade Math:

113  

 

4th Grade Eng:

109  

 

Spending/Student:

$7,333

Average SAT scores:

1524

Student/Teacher Ratios:

17.4 to 1

 

 

Community

Population:13,971 Median Income in town: $55,647 Population Density:
(people per square mile)

246

 

 

Crime Rate (per 1000 residents):

Property: 10.4 / 1,000
Violent: 2.4 / 1,000

 

Real Estate

Number of active:

Singles/Condos/Multis: 64 / 16 / 0

Median home price this year: N/A Median home price last year:

$259,900

Median home price 5 yrs ago:

$250,000

% change since last year:

N/A

% change since 5 years ago:

4%

Avg single family tax bill:

$3,443

 

Transportation

Rail info: (T stops, commuter rail stops)

N/A

Subway info:

N/A

Bus lines:

N/A

Miles to Boston:

83

Drive time to Boston (minutes):

95

Rail time to Boston:

N/A

 

 

RECENT LISTING

TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$225,000

Warm and Inviting Reversed Cape Style 4 Bedroom Home, located on a Cul-De-Sac in Dana Woods Estates. Open and Airy Eat-In Kitchen/Dining area leading to the Living Room with Wood Burning Fireplace. Full Basement- partially insulated with walk out to tree lined back yard. Clean and Move-In Ready. Public Water and Sewer. *Seller to entertain an Offer in the Range of $225,000-$250,000  



TYPE:

Land

PRICE:

$77,900

Own the top of the hill! Enjoy 50 mile panoramic views from your doorstep! These are the last of this almost fully built out subdivisions lots. Build your dream home amongst a neighborhood of beautiful homes and not need a 4X4 to get there! All utilities are at the street except for well and septic. Deed restrictions require 2200SF home with a 2 car attached garage. This is an unbelievable price for an amazing view lot!  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$239,900

Very nice well cared for 6 rm ranch, brick entry, dining room and garage addition. Open stairway to basement with heated rec room.newer Patio area to pool. 2 decks. Oversized driveway. Lg windows offering lots of light. Nice flat yard with newer landscaping. Very open kitchen and dining room with sliders to back deck and yard, great for entertaining. About 10 minutes to Belchertown center.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$435,000

Gorgeous with all the bells and whistles. Cherry hrdwd, custom FP, 9 ft. ceilings with tray & soffet detail. An open concept with a beautiful gourmet eat in kitchen with subzero and wolf stainless appliances, plenty of granite countertop space & wine chiller/bar.. a cooks dream! Master bdrm features a large walk in closet,tray ceiling, and master bath includes jacuzzi tub & seperate shower. 2nd fl laundry room. Central A/C. Professional landscaping adds the final touch to this home.  



TYPE:

Condo

PRICE:

$215,000

Under construction in Jonquil Estates and close to completion aprox. March/2012......designed for today's small town retirement living, impressive open floor plan with upscale kitchen w/granite counter....Perfect for comfortable living & gracious entertaining. Your home will be a part of the ,8+/- acre Jonquil Estates which is a short walk to Belchertown center. There is a beautiful natural backyard environment to enjoy and plenty of sunny backyard space for a vegetable garden.  



TYPE:

Land

PRICE:

$65,000

Flat, cleared 2 acre lot with a <2 perc test. Price includes septic design and existing artisan well on the lot. Easy access to amenities. Abuts old railroad bedwhich is great for hiking.  



TYPE:

Land

PRICE:

$70,000

4 Plus acre estate lot. Septic design and waste water design included. Abuts old railroad bed which is great for hiking.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$329,000

Four Bedrooms and 2.5 Baths on 6.36 acres in a prime location! This gorgeous colonial with PRIVACY is close to town and schools. Nestled in an idyllic setting on Ridgecrest Drive cul de sac. Granite counters and undercabinet lighting, beautiful paver walkways and patio, Farmer's porch, large bathrooms, large two car garage. Surrounded by woods, this picturesque and flat lot has ample yard space, a shed, and a kennel. All on 6.36 acres in a prime location! Don't miss this one.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$335,000

New home at Ingate Farms! Great new Colonial with Farmers Porch. House will overlook protected undevelopable land. Great quality craftsmanship. Second floor unfinished bonus room over 2 car garage.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$369,000

Terrific new farmhouse colonial with double "A" roof pitch. Craftsman style new home at Ingate Farm with 16 inch exterior returns, premium upscale features. Surrounded by protected land, close to UMASS.  



TYPE:

Condo

PRICE:

$140,000

Terrific condo with lots of style and room. Spacious 2 story living room with second floor balcony. A deck that overlooks the wooded backyard. Two good size bedrooms, second floor loft area. Partially finished walkout basement. Nice neutral colors. Shows great! All ages welcome!  



TYPE:

Land

PRICE:

$100,000

One of four great lots for sale at Ingate Farms. Very good perc test results. Nice country location surrounded by acres of protected land. Close to Amherst and UMASS.  



TYPE:

Land

PRICE:

$100,000

One of four great lots for sale at Ingate Farms. Very good perc test results. Nice country location surrounded by acres of protected land. Close to Amherst and UMASS.  



TYPE:

Land

PRICE:

$100,000

One of four great lots for sale at Ingate Farms. Very good perc test results. Nice country location surrounded by acres of protected land. Close to Amherst and UMASS.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$359,000

Great new construction Ranch to be built at Ingate Farm! Great floor plan with oversized living room and dining room. Great kitchen with pantry, first floor laundry, and mudroom. Large sunroom with lots of glass overlooking backyard. Minutes to UMass.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$379,900

New home at Ingate Farms! 2400+ square feet of living with extra family room next to an open kitchen. House will overlook protected undevelopable land. Great quality craftsmanship.  



TYPE:

Land

PRICE:

$100,000

One of four great lots for sale at Ingate Farms. Very good perc test results. Nice country location surrounded by acres of protected land. Close to Amherst and UMASS.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$359,900

You will feel right at home as walk through this beautiful and meticulously maintained CUSTOM BUILT Colonial. This home features many high end finishes such as; custom Hickory Cabinets in the kitchen and baths; Granite Counters in the kitchen and Corian in the baths ALL the moldings throughout the house are custom made; and 5 inch Birch Flooring. Large TREX deck overlooking beautiful backyard. Conveniently located to the Mass Pike for easy commute. This "like brand new" home has it ALL plus more  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$197,500

Nice cape style home in great location in the center of Belchertown. Large rooms, wood floors. Great spacious yard with blueberry bushes. Finish the second floor at your leisure to maximize your living space.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$325,000

CHEERFUL AND INVITING: Move-In-Ready Contemporary Colonial home on idyllic lot offering tranquility in an area of newer homes. This 4 Bedroom, 2 1/2 baths home is tasteful and only 7 years young. The home is light and bright. Enjoy entertaining in this home with an open floor plan flow. Family Room has a gas fireplace for those cooler days/nights. *Sellers will entertain offers in Range of $325,000-$350,000  






 

Contact Information

HomeBin.com
Voice: 508-339-5600
Fax: 508-339-5675

Search the MLS - 33,890
Active properties

Advanced MLS Search
 

Top Bargain Listings in Belchertown

Condo / 3 Beds / $119,900
Single Family / 3 Beds / $190,000
Single Family / 4 Beds / $270,000
 
BBBOnLine