Where is Haverhill MA?
The city of Haverhill is located in Northeastern Massachusetts on the Merrimack River. It borders Plaistow and Atkinson to the north and northeast. To the east and southeast, it borders Groveland and Boxford. North Andover is located to the south with Methuen on its westerly border.
Located off Route 495 the city is located about 30 minutes from the seacoast of Massachusetts and 36 miles to downtown Boston. It has easy access to both Routes 93 and 95.
Zip Codes In Haverhill
There are 3 residential zip codes in Haverhill. 01835 covers the neighborhoods of Ward Hill and Bradford. 01830 covers the Rosemont and Riverside neighborhoods and 01832 covers the downtown and west.
A Little About Haverhill’s History
Haverhill Massachusett’s roots were that of a farming community during the mid-1600s. It was made up of Puritans from the Newbury Plantation. Haverhill was originally known as Pentucket when it was purchased from the Indians in the 1640s. Believe it or not, Haverhill was considered a “frontier” town through much of the 17th and 18th centuries and was subject to many Indian raids.
12 miles of the Merrimack River flow through the heart of Haverhill which helped shaped its importance as a major industrial city.
By the late 18th century and through the 19th century Haverhill was a major American industrial center. It was a major manufacturer of textiles and leather as well as having a thriving shipbuilding industry. Up until the early 20th century, Haverhill was the largest manufacturer of shoes and is still known as Queen Slipper City.
Old brick factories are now converted into housing and shops in the downtown. The Highlands section shows off some incredible Victorian homes that provided housing for the wealthy factory owners. Bradford MA, a village of Haverhill, located south of the river streets lined with bungalows and American four square homes that helped the growing population during the early 20th century.
Haverhill’s largest employers are Essent Health Care, Holy Family Hospital and Northern Essex Community College.
Why Buy a Home in Haverhill MA
Haverhill MA is an affordable community north of Boston. It is an old manufacturing city that went into decline during the great depression. But the last 20-30 years the city has been revitalized with the downtown going from boarded-up buildings to a thriving downtown district, thanks to Mayor Fiorentini.
It is situated off Route 495 and has two commuter rail stops to Boston. Haverhill is a very diverse community that provides a wide variety of single-family homes, condominiums and multifamily homes.
You can go from a very city feel towards the downtown with a very rural feel towards the outskirts. Haverhill has a thriving destination downtown which includes many restaurants and shops. It is a very diverse city and the affordability of the homes makes it not only a popular choice for first-time homebuyers in Massachusetts but a great place for anyone seeking a home.
Haverhill also offers down payment assistance for home buyers in certain neighborhoods in the city.
9 Great Reasons To Live in Haverhill
Farmer’s Market- The Haverhill Farmer’s Market is a thriving, long-standing event that occurs every Saturday 9am to 1pm from June to October at 51 Merrimack St in downtown Haverhill. Find local produce and agricultural products as well as live music and demonstrations.
Restaurant Row- Downtown Haverhill’s restaurant district is becoming quite a food scene. Over 25 eateries to choose from in a short walk. No chain restaurants here! Find unique choices from wings, to taco, to gyros or try one of the sit-down establishments for a full course meal.
It’s Moving and Shaking- Haverhill in the past 25 years has gone through some extensive revitalization with plenty of more to go. The downtown that was once boarded up has to become a thriving business district with shops, eateries, galleries and more….. There are some extensive renovation projects in review and some exciting housing opportunities coming to the downtown.
Winnekenni Castle- Winnekenni Castle and Park is centrally located in Haverhill. The castle was built in the 1800’s and the Victorian interior was destroyed in a fire and was rebuilt by the Winnekenni Foundation. Today it is a great recreational park with over 700 acres and over 10 miles of walking and bike trails. The park also houses many public events throughout the year and also encompasses Kenoza Lake and the Basin.
The Merrimack River– The Merrimack River winds through the center of Haverhill with plenty of scenic views throughout the city. Haverhill has several marinas that lead to the mouth in Newburyport. The Haverhill downtown also has a boardwalk along the river with many of its restaurants having outdoor seating overlooking the river.
Affordable Housing– The real estate in Haverhill MA is very affordable. It is one of the most affordable communities in Essex County as well as north of Boston. The median home price is $419,000 compared to the median price of Essex County which is $550,000 and the state of Massachusetts whi8ch is $500,000. Haverhill provides many affordable housing options including single family homes, multi family homes as well as condominiums.
Located Near Tax Free Shopping- Its location provides on the New Hampshire border makes it easy for its residents to have nearby tax free shopping in either Plaistow or Salem NH or a little longer trip to Nashua NH.
Great Access to New England Recreation– The Merrimack Valley, including Haverhill provides a great location to enjoy New England. It is only about 25 minutes from some popular northshore beaches. It is in great proximity to offer skiing, snowmobiling boating, antiquing and more. And don’t forget it is only about a 40-minute trip to visit the city of Boston. Haverhill’s location couldn’t be better to access the best of New England.
Diversity- Haverhill is a very diverse city from its people to its physical attributes. You have the downtown which has maintained its roots as a Victorian city with its urban neighborhood to rural areas with large horse farms. Its housing is diverse as well offering capes, split levels Victorians, four squares and more….
Overview of Homes for Sale in Haverhill MA
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Haverhill MA Real Estate Statistics
Real Estate statistics for Haverhill MA show a strong seller’s market for the foreseeable future.
Single-family homes make up the largest segment of homes sold in Haverhill. Median house prices have been on the rise for 10 years seeing the median single-family home price go from $237,500 to $416,000, a 75% increase or approximately 6.25% a year.
Another sign of strength in the market is the Sold to List Price Ratio. Homes are selling at 102.7% of the asking prices many going over asking
The median price for single-family homes in Haverhill MA is currently $416,000. In the six months, the range of single-family homes has been from $150,000 to $1,300,00.
The median price for Haverhill MA condominiums is $268,500. The price range for condominiums in Haverhill the past year have ranged from $120,000 to $421,000.
The median price for Haverhill MA multi-family homes is $497,500. The price range for multi-family homes in Haverhill in the past year ranged from $$295,000 to $950,000.
View all of the homes and real estate for sale in Haverhill MA
Haverhill is a suburban community offering a variety of housing in starting around the mid $100k’s. The inventory of homes will range from antique colonials and capes to some more modern inventory of split levels capes. Haverhill also has quite a few multi-family homes and is a popular choice for homeowners seeking a multi-family opportunity.
Demographics for Haverhill Massachusetts
| Population | |
| Total population | 60,879 |
| Population Density | 1700 per sq mile |
| Percent Change Since 2000 | +3.2% |
| Median Age | 39.3 |
| Employment | |
| White Collar | 70.4% |
| Blue Collar | 20.6% |
| Households | |
| Total Households | 24,434 |
| Family Households | 15,255 |
| Non-Family Households | 9,179 |
| Households with Children | 8,172 |
| Households without Children | 16,262 |
| Average people per Household | 2.46 |
| Education | |
| No High School | 1,622 |
| Some High School | 3,176 |
| Some College | 8,247 |
| Associate Degree | 3,850 |
| Bachelors Degree | 8,960 |
| Graduate Degree | 4,031 |
Median Household income for Haverhill Massachusetts is approx. $65,877 which is around the states median income of $64,000
Haverhill MA Schools
Public Schools
Schools systems can be a top consideration for someone buying a piece of Haverhill Real Estate. Here is a list of public schools and some school system resources.
High Schools
- Haverhill High School- Home of the Hillies! 137 Monument Street, Haverhill MA 01832
Middle Schools
- Dr. Albert B. Consentino School- 685 Washington Street, Haverhill MA 01832
- Caleb Dustin Hunking School- 480 South Main Street, Haverhill MA 01832 (978) 374-5787
- Dr. Paul Nettle Middle School- 150 Boardman Street, Haverhill MA 01830 (978) 374-5792
- Tilton Upper- 415 Primrose Street, Haverhill MA 01830 (978)-374-3482
- J.G. Whittier Middle School- 256 Concord Street, Haverhill MA 01832 (978) 374-5782
Elementary Schools
- Bradford Elementary School- 118 Montvale Street, Haverhill MA 01835
- Dr. Albert B. Consentino School- 685 Washington Street, Haverhill MA 01832 (978) 374-5775
- Golden Hill Elementary School- 140 Boardman Street, Haverhill MA (978) 374-5794
- Caleb Dustin Hunking School- 480 South Main Street, Haverhill MA 01835 (978) 374-5787
- Pentucket Lake Elementary School- 252 Concord Street Haverhill MA 01830 (978) 374-2421
- Silver Hill Elementary School- 675 Washington Street, Haverhill MA 01832 (978) 374-3448
- Tilton Lower- 70 Grove Street Haverhill MA 01832 (978)-374-3475
- Walnut Square Elementary School- 645 Main Street, Haverhill MA 01830 (978) 374-3471
Pre-Schools
Haverhill provides pre-school for resident who turn 3 by August 31st. The offer a 2 1/2 hour program Monday through Thursday.
- Moody Pre-school- 59 Margin Street, Haverhill MA 01832 (978) 374-3459
Haverhill MA Weather
If you are relocating to Haverhill MA you may wonder what the weather is like in Haverhill. Haverhill is in the heart of New England and you will experience all four seasons.
| for Haverhill MA | Nationally | |
| Yearly Rainfall | 47.7 inches | 38.1 inches |
| Yearly Snowfall | 56 inches | 27.8 inches |
| Sunny days per year | 201 | 205 |
| Average July High | 82.4° | 85.8° |
| Average January Low | 14.9° | 21.7° |
Kevin Vitali- Haverhill MA REALTOR
Buying a Home in Haverhill MA
When buying a home in Haverhill Massachusetts, Kevin can act as your Haverhill MA buyer’s agent. A buyer’s agent represents you in the transaction. Your best interest is protected when purchasing a home.
A buyer’s agent can tailor their services to meet your needs. I find that some potential home buyers need help even to make the decision to buy and understanding the home buying process, where other buyers are comfortable with their decision to buy and want to work with a Haverhill MA REALTOR who has knowledge of the local real estate market and community.
Of course, every buyer can benefit from a buyer’s agent’s help with preparing and negotiating an offer, coordinating the home inspections, mortgage financing, coordinating the closing and more….
Selling A Home In Haverhill Massachusetts
Selling your home is a big commitment. Kevin, your Haverhill real estate agent, can help maximize the sale of your home. Of course, most home sellers want to sell their homes for the most amount of money, in the shortest period of time with the least amount of hassle.
When you work with me to sell your Haverhill MA home I will present you with what it takes to sell your home, the pricing of your home, current market conditions, an understanding of how selling your home works and a customized marketing plan to sell your Haverhill home.
Once your house is listed I will provide ongoing marketing, coordinate showings and update you with feedback and marketing conditions. Hopefully, we will sell your home fast and then I can work with you to negotiate offers, coordinate any inspections and bring you to a successful close.
Haverhill Short Sales
We still are in a market where people are upside on their home. If you find yourself in the predicament of owing more money than your house is worth and are forced to sell I can help you successfully complete a Haverhill MA short sale.
Real Estate and Homes for Sale near Haverhill MA
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