The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 01349 sells for about $117,375, or $155 per square foot.
Prices are down 38.2% from a year ago, which gives buyers more room to negotiate. Homes take about 33 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,230 a month.
ZIP 01349 — Montague
The housing market in Heath is characterized by low inventory and limited sales activity, reflecting its status as a small, rural community. Prices have seen significant volatility due to the low volume of transactions, with current market conditions remaining stable but quiet.
This ZIP is best suited for those seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle, such as retirees or remote workers who prioritize nature and privacy over proximity to urban employment centers.
Median prices moved down 38.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 33 days on market with 9.0 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
11% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 5.7% · poverty 15.8% — 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 -3.7%/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 3.4%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
in-migration and out-migration balanced
ZCTA 01349, Franklin 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.
Heath is served by the Hawlemont Regional School District, which provides rural public education for the community.
The area is subject to standard New England weather risks, including heavy winter snow and potential wind damage, with flood risks localized to low-lying areas near the Deerfield River.
The local economy is primarily driven by agriculture and small-scale tourism, with limited industrial development and a focus on preserving the town's rural character.
Property taxes are assessed by the Town of Heath based on local mill rates; there are no special MUD or PID districts, and the town relies on standard residential property tax structures.
Commuting from Heath requires significant drive time, as the town is isolated in the Berkshires with limited access to major transit corridors or employment hubs.
Recreation is centered on outdoor activities, including hiking trails in the Mohawk Trail State Forest and access to the Deerfield River for fishing and kayaking.
The rental market is extremely limited due to the town's small population and rural nature, with very few multi-family units available.
The economy is largely agricultural and service-based, with many residents commuting to larger towns in Franklin County or working remotely.
Public transit is non-existent; residents rely entirely on personal vehicles for transportation.
There are no major commercial or residential developments currently planned for the area.
The town is served by the Hawlemont Regional School District.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by the rural, forested nature of the area and the associated wildfire and storm risks.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA 01349 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.
- Central Rock Gym - Hadley4.716.7 mi
- Pioneer Valley Indoor Karting4.616 mi
- FunHub Action Park4.415.2 mi
- All In Adventures Escape Rooms4.815.2 mi
- Mullins Center4.612.9 mi
- Magic Wings Butterfly Conservatory4.87.3 mi
- Academy of Music4.719.1 mi
- Franklin County Fairgrounds4.66.1 mi
- Pioneer Valley Indoor Karting4.616 mi
- Magic Wings Butterfly Conservatory4.87.3 mi
- The Montague Bookmill4.83.4 mi
- Bridge of Flowers4.812.9 mi
- Mount Sugarloaf State Reservation4.88.9 mi
- Northfield Drive-In Theatre4.710.9 mi
- Amherst College4.314 mi
- The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art4.617.5 mi
- Emily Dickinson Museum4.813.7 mi
- Smith College Museum of Art4.719.1 mi
- Beneski Museum of Natural History4.813.9 mi
- Mount Sugarloaf State Reservation4.88.9 mi
- Green River Swimming and Recreation Area4.56.8 mi
- Lake Wyola State Park4.55.3 mi
- Mill River Recreation Area4.611.3 mi
- Great Falls Discovery Center4.74.2 mi
- Crumpin-Fox Club : 18 Hole Golf Course Bernardston, MA4.67.6 mi
- Northfield Golf Club4.79.2 mi
- Country Club of Greenfield4.36.2 mi
- Big Y4.26.9 mi
- Cushman Market & Cafe4.611.1 mi
- Nouria4.110 mi
- Hager's Farm Market4.79.5 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Features extensive hiking trails and camping facilities.
Popular for fishing, kayaking, and scenic views.
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