The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 01535 sells for about $401,500, or $235 per square foot.
Prices are up +4.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 35 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $981 a month.
ZIP 01535 — North Brookfield
The North Brookfield housing market remains stable with low inventory levels driving competitive conditions for well-priced homes. While price growth has moderated compared to the peak of the recent cycle, demand remains consistent among buyers seeking rural living within commuting distance of Worcester. The market is currently characterized by a balanced pace of sales and steady, albeit modest, appreciation.
This ZIP is best suited for families and individuals seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle who are willing to commute to larger employment hubs for work.
Median prices moved up 4.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 35 days on market with 3.1 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
12% 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 3.2% · poverty 12.9% — 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 6.7%/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 4.7%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
in-migration and out-migration balanced
ZCTA 01535, Worcester 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.
North Brookfield generally experiences low crime rates consistent with rural central Massachusetts, with property crime being the primary concern compared to more urbanized areas of Worcester County.
The North Brookfield Public Schools district serves the area, generally characterized by small class sizes and community-focused educational environments.
The area is subject to standard New England weather risks, including winter storm impacts and occasional localized flooding; wildfire risk is considered low.
Economic momentum is driven by its status as a residential bedroom community with limited commercial development, relying on proximity to larger employment hubs in Worcester.
Property taxes are determined by the Town of North Brookfield's annual tax rate applied to assessed property values, with local exemptions available for seniors and veterans.
Commuting typically requires personal vehicle use, with residents driving approximately 30-45 minutes to reach major employment centers in Worcester.
The area offers access to rural outdoor amenities including local parks, hiking trails, and proximity to regional lakes for seasonal recreation.
The rental market is characterized by limited inventory and steady demand, primarily consisting of single-family home rentals and small multi-family units.
The local economy is primarily supported by small businesses, local government, and services, with most residents commuting to the broader Worcester metro area for major employment.
Public transit options are extremely limited; the area is highly dependent on private vehicle travel via local state routes.
Development is largely focused on small-scale residential infill and preservation of the town's rural character.
Parcels are subject to standard municipal property taxes and the North Brookfield Public Schools district levies.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional weather patterns and the age of the housing stock.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA 01535 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 community gathering space and historic landmark.
Provides seasonal water recreation and fishing access.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.