The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 01028 sells for about $441,000, or $266 per square foot.
Prices are up +5% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 33 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,337 a month.
ZIP 01028 — East Longmeadow
The housing market in 01028 remains stable with steady price appreciation and low inventory levels. Demand is driven by families seeking suburban stability, though higher interest rates have tempered the pace of sales compared to previous years. The market is currently characterized by a balanced environment for both buyers and sellers.
This ZIP is ideal for families and professionals seeking a quiet, suburban lifestyle with good schools and easy access to the amenities and employment opportunities of the Springfield metro area.
Median prices moved up 5.0% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 33 days on market with 2.5 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
15% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 99.2% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 2.9% · poverty 3.8% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.8%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 3.6%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net outflow — more people moved out than in
ZCTA 01028, Hampden County MA
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Crime rates in East Longmeadow are generally lower than the national average and significantly lower than the nearby city of Springfield, reflecting a stable suburban environment.
The area is served by the East Longmeadow Public Schools, which are generally well-regarded for their academic performance and community involvement.
The region faces moderate risks from severe winter weather and occasional flooding in low-lying areas, with standard insurance coverage typically sufficient for most residential properties.
Economic momentum is driven by proximity to the Springfield employment hub and local retail development, with steady demand for suburban housing.
Property taxes are assessed at the municipal level based on local mill rates; residents are subject to standard Massachusetts property tax laws with no specific special district surcharges noted.
Residents primarily commute by car to Springfield or other regional employment centers, with typical drive times ranging from 15 to 30 minutes.
The area features several local parks, walking trails, and proximity to regional golf courses, providing ample outdoor recreation opportunities within a short drive.
The rental market is characterized by low vacancy rates and steady demand, with limited inventory of multi-family units compared to single-family homes.
The local economy is anchored by the broader Springfield metro area, with significant employment in healthcare, education, and government sectors.
Transportation is heavily reliant on personal vehicles, with major highway access provided by nearby I-91 and I-90 corridors.
Development is largely focused on infill projects and the revitalization of existing commercial corridors within the town center.
The Hampden County appraisal process follows standard Massachusetts Department of Revenue guidelines for annual property valuation.
Parcels are subject to standard municipal and school district levies; no special MUD or PID districts are currently active.
Property insurance premiums are stable, reflecting the area's low-to-moderate risk profile for natural disasters.
Massachusetts has experienced modest net domestic out-migration, though suburban areas like this maintain steady interest from local movers.
Massachusetts is a judicial foreclosure state, requiring court intervention for the foreclosure process.
Sellers are required to provide a property disclosure statement regarding the condition of the home, though the state is generally 'caveat emptor'.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA 01028 profile.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- Six Flags New England4.25.7 mi
- Sonny's Place4.55.8 mi
- Dave & Buster's Manchester4.117.9 mi
- Spare Time Windsor Locks4.412.6 mi
- Round1 Bowling & Arcade - Holyoke4.19.9 mi
- Six Flags New England4.25.7 mi
- The Big E4.55.9 mi
- Eastern States Exposition4.56 mi
- Golden Corral Buffet & Grill4.15.4 mi
- Big E Gate 14.66.2 mi
- Six Flags New England4.25.7 mi
- Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame4.54.4 mi
- Eastern States Exposition4.56 mi
- Cinemark West Springfield 15 and XD4.57.5 mi
- Sonny's Place4.55.8 mi
- Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame4.54.4 mi
- Springfield Armory National Historic Site4.84.8 mi
- New England Air Museum4.812.4 mi
- Springfield Museums4.74.8 mi
- The Amazing World of Dr. Seuss Museum4.74.8 mi
- Ashley Reservoir4.910.6 mi
- Bright Nights at Forest Park4.43.2 mi
- Chicopee Memorial State Park4.47.7 mi
- Windsor Locks Canal State Park Trail4.67.3 mi
- Szot Park4.56.9 mi
- Oxbow Marina4.416.9 mi
- Brunelle's Marina4.414.5 mi
- GREATHORSE4.83.9 mi
- Twin Hills Country Club4.62.2 mi
- Veterans Memorial Golf Course4.52.7 mi
- Cedar Knob Golf Course4.47.6 mi
- Crestview Country Club4.27.5 mi
- Holyoke Mall4.39.8 mi
- Burlington4.32.1 mi
- Marshalls & HomeGoods4.48.3 mi
- Kohl's4.27.3 mi
- Randall's Farm4.78.2 mi
- Bradley International Airport4.412.6 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A central community park offering sports fields and walking paths.
The primary commercial hub featuring local shops and restaurants.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.