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A rural riverside neighborhood with a strong community
Tucked among the dense forests of southeast Massachusetts, where the Berkley Bridge rises over the Taunton River, the Lower Berkley/Berkley Bridge neighborhood provides a bucolic setting and small-town feel that appeals to residents looking for a slower pace. Berkley’s town center comprises Berkley Town Hall, the Berkley Public Library, Berkley Middle School and a handful of other staples surrounding a triangle of green — locally referred to as the Berkley Common — created by the intersections of Porter Street, Locust Street and North Main Street. “Berkley overall is a small town,” says Joe Malloch, broker with Proline Realty Inc. “We have our own zip code, but no post office and no stop lights.” Still, residents aren’t far from the modern-day conveniences of Taunton, less than 5 miles north. “That’s the beauty of Berkley; it’s very rural, but if you go up one exit on Route 24, you get to Home Depot, Target, grocery stores, banks and shopping,” Malloch says. Additionally, the Lower Berkley/Berkley Bridge neighborhood offers easy access to schools and has a low CAP Index crime score of 1 out of 10, lower than the national score of 4.
New England styles on larger bucolic lots
Modest New England-style homes sit along the town’s thoroughfares, which branch into meandering country roads. Cape Cods and ranch-style homes make up the smaller housing stock, while colonial-styles are common among larger homes. Subdivisions on the neighborhood’s outskirts can have a sparse suburban feel, but neighbors still have plenty of room and privacy from each other — property sizes average about 1 acre. Prices for real estate typically range between $410,000 and $800,000, and land is also available for purchase.
The Berkley Bridge/Lower Berkley neighborhood has a variety of houses from very large to quite modest.
Elaborate custom homes in the Berkley Bridge/Lower Berkley neighborhood take advantage of the views and countryside.
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Berkley Public Schools and shared high school with Somerset
Students in Lower Berkley/Berkley Bridge may start their education in the Berkley Public Schools district, which earns a C from Niche and contains two schools. Berkley Community School serves prekindergarten through fourth grade and receives a C-plus grade, while Berkley Middle School serves kids in fifth through eighth grades and gets a B-minus. Malloch says that the centrally located schools allow for a more tight-knit community feel. “But the high school is shared with Somerset,” he adds. With a B score from Niche, Somerset Berkley Regional High School serves just over 1,000 students and gets high ratings for its teachers, extracurricular activities and programs.
Berkley Middle School earned a B-minus rating from Niche and students from Berkley Bridge/Lower Berkley may attend it.
The Somerset - Berkley Regional High School in Somerset, Massachusetts is a multi-town school and has a B rating from Niche.
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Outdoor recreation along the Taunton River
Covered by the Berkley Bridge’s shadow, kayakers and boaters can launch their vessels into the Taunton River at the Berkley Bridge Village Heritage Park. The small park is popular among recreationists for its picnic areas, riverside benches and fishing spots. Dighton Rock State Park stretches over 85 acres south of Berkley, its forested landscape opening to snaking biking and hiking trails. Anglers and boaters may also take advantage of the Taunton River from the state park, which also features a museum that showcases the river and the area’s rich history.
Fishing at Dighton Rock State Park brings fun to everyone in the Berkley Bridge/Lower Berkley neighborhood.
The Taunton River is a great place for the family to explore nature in the Berkley Bridge/Lower Berkley neighborhood.
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Taunton shopping and dining 5 miles away
The Boondocks has become a neighborhood staple as Berkley's singular restaurant in the town center. The diner serves an array of American comfort foods and is especially popular for its breakfast menu, which features items such as French toast and Belgian waffles. “We did just get a Dunkin’, which was a big deal,” Malloch says, emphasizing that residents head out of town for more comprehensive shopping and dining options. A trip of less than 5 miles north via Route 24 brings locals to the Taunton Depot, a convenient shopping plaza with Kohl’s, T.J. Maxx and Target. The center also features casual fast-food chains and other eateries like Smokey Bones Taunton, a smokehouse dishing up barbecue. While Target can fulfill the need for groceries and household necessities, other nearby options include Hannaford and Trucchi’s Supermarket.
The Smokey Bones restaurant in Taunton draws many people from the nearby Berkley Bridge/Lower Berkley neighborhood.
Large retailers like the Home Depot are on Route 140 close to the Berkley Bridge/Lower Berkley neighborhood.
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Seasonal events enliven the community at Berkley Common
Though the town is small, Berkley’s community comes alive throughout the year for events on the Berkley Common. “In the summertime, once or twice a month, something is going on in the Berkley Common,” Malloch says. “Either a craft fair, farmers market or outdoor entertainment, where townspeople will come sit in lawn chairs or dance in the street. It’s always a nice community activity.” The Berkley Public Library also hosts a mix of workshops, book clubs and other events for all ages, including story time for kids, teen volunteering opportunities, craft and crochet nights, and more.
Nearby thoroughfares and the new Freetown Train Station
While Lower Berkley/Berkley Bridge is closest to Route 24, the neighborhood also offers proximity to Route 44 with connections to Interstate 495 and Route 140, which link to Interstate 195. The Freetown Train Station recently opened, connecting commuters to Boston for about $12 round-trip.
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Parks in this Area
Sweets Knoll State Park
Dighton Rock State Park
Bike Trails
Fishing
Kayak/Canoe
Freetown State Forrest
South Street Playground
Transit
Airport
Rhode Island Tf Green International
48 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Berkley Bridge/Lower Berkley
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
1
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
1
4
Crime Score
1
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Berkley Bridge/Lower Berkley, Fall River sell after 33 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Berkley Bridge/Lower Berkley, Fall River over the last 12 months is $605,300, down 61% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
This Cape Style Home is Nestled on 3+wooded acres surrounded by peace and tranquility. Interior features 8 Room 3 bedroom 2 bathrooms and a 2 car over sized garage.
Interested in learning more about homes in this area?
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,562
Median Age
43
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
23.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$125,994
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$140,685
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.5%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
44.7%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
14.8%
% Population in Labor Force
72.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
49''
Average Winter Low Temperature
20°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
37''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
21/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
2/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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