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Braintree

30 min to Boston
"South Shore with Red Line access and mall therapy"
Median Price
$658,750
$425/sqft
School Rating
7/10
Good
Appreciation
4.3%
per year
Commute
30 min
to downtown

Financing Considerations

Properties in Braintree typically typically qualify for conforming loans with more flexible underwriting standards.

Learn about loan thresholds, property condition impact, flood/wind insurance, and how vintage homes (common in many MA towns) affect mortgage approval.

โœจThe Vibe

Practical South Shore suburb with T access and shopping convenience

What It's Really Like

Braintree is South Shore practicalityโ€”Red Line end, massive mall, decent schools, and you're getting house with yard for Somerville condo money.

Best For

  • โœ“South Shore commuters needing Red Line
  • โœ“Families wanting space and T access
  • โœ“Those who love South Shore Mall
  • โœ“Value seekers wanting transit options

Avoid If

  • โœ—You want top schools or prestige
  • โœ—You hate traffic and strip malls
  • โœ—You need quick Boston access

๐ŸŒŸHighlights

๐Ÿš‡Red Line terminus (Braintree station)
๐ŸฌSouth Shore Plazaโ€”biggest mall south of Boston
๐Ÿš—Routes 3, 93, and 128 all intersect here
๐Ÿ’ฐBest T access per dollar on South Shore

Insider Tips

  • ๐Ÿ’กEast Braintree near Weymouth is quieter
  • ๐Ÿ’กRed Line ride is long (45+ minutes to downtown)
  • ๐Ÿ’กFive Corners area has good restaurants and character

Demographics

Population
38,829
Median Age
41.3
Median Income
$150,992
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