285 Hovenden Ave, Brockton MA 02302

Brockton, MA 02302

$430,000

Est. $2,812/month

3

Beds

1

Baths

1,172

Sq Ft

$367

Price/Sq Ft

0.40

Acres

1958

Year Built

Single Family Residence

Type

127

Days on Market

Active Price Drop -$20,000 Listed Aug 21, 2025 • MLS# 73420758 Copied!

About this home

3-bedroom ranch on a spacious 17,437 sq ft corner lot offers desirable one-level living with ADU potential! Located near public transportation, bus routes to North Quincy, and commuter rail access. This home features an open-concept layout with a sunlit eat-in kitchen, quartz countertops, and stainless steel appliances. Enjoy flow between the living and dining areas, perfect for entertaining. 3 bedrooms, each offer ample closet space. The full bath includes an updated vanity, deep soaking tub, and linen closet. A dedicated laundry area provides extra storage. The expansive fenced back yard offers endless possibilities: Relax on the patio or create your private outdoor oasis, garden retreat, or build an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) for rental income or multigenerational living. Don’t miss this rare opportunity in a commuter-friendly location! Sheds and enclosed carport/ garage offer additional storage space. Energy effcient solar panels

Property Overview

Property Type

Single Family Residence

Listing Type

For Sale

Year Built

1958

Bedrooms

3

Full Bathrooms

1

Living Area

1,172 sq ft

Total Rooms

6

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential

Style Single Family Residence

Year Built 1958

Living Area 1,172 sq ft

Lot Size 0.40 acres

Bedrooms 3

Full Baths 1

Total Rooms 6

Interior

Heating Radiant, Oil

Cooling None

Flooring Vinyl / Vct, Carpet

Appliances None

Fireplace None

Fireplaces 1

Basement None

Laundry First Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame

Architecture Ranch

Roof Shingle

Features Patio, Storage, Fenced Yard

Pool None

Spa None

Fencing Fenced

Patio/Porch Patio

Parking

Has Garage Yes

Features Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Total Spaces 4

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers

Water Public

Sewer Public Sewer

Gas None

Other For Electric Range, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup

Financial

Annual Tax $5,253

Assessed Value $433,800

Interior Features

Flooring: Vinyl / VCT, Carpet

Appliances:

Interior Features:

Windows: Insulated Windows

Basement:

Laundry: First Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Ranch

Year Built: 1958

Structure Type:

Exterior Materials: Frame

Roof: Shingle

Foundation: Slab

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Radiant, Oil

Cooling: None

Hot Water:

Water Source: Public

Sewer: Public Sewer

Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Patio, Storage, Fenced Yard

Patio & Porch: Patio

Fencing: Fenced

Other Structures:

Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level

Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 4

Parking Features: Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1

Fireplace Type:

Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Park, Public School

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285 Hovenden Ave, Brockton MA 02302

Brockton, MA 02302

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School District

Brockton School District local

F

🎓 Where Graduates Go Class of 2021

42% attend college

27% 4-Year 15% 2-Year 4% Out of State 3% Working

⚠ School Safety 2024-25

6.2% Above Average

4.6% Suspensions 6.3% In-School 1.6% Emergency

↑ 0.7% above state avg

E

Elementary Schools

10 schools

Brockton Area Seventh-Day Adventist Academy

2.0 mi

Grades PK-06

Trinity Catholic Academy

2.4 mi

Grades PK-08

Brockton Therapeutic Day School

3.7 mi

30 students Diverse

Diverse Student Body

Grades K-12

C-

Edgar B Davis School

4.2 mi | #319 of 352 | Score: 29.2

-29 below state avg

1,009 students Diverse

Grades K-08

F

Brookfield School

0.3 mi | #799 of 824 | Score: 28.4

-29.8 below state avg

532 students Diverse

Diverse Student Body

Grades PK-05

D

Oscar F Raymond School

1.5 mi | #775 of 824 | Score: 30.7

-27.5 below state avg

864 students Moderate

Rising School

Grades K-05

C

Louis F Angelo Elementary School

1.6 mi | #619 of 824 | Score: 39.8

-18.4 below state avg

875 students Diverse

Rising School Diverse Student Body

Grades K-05

C

Mary E. Baker School

1.8 mi | #662 of 824 | Score: 37.9

-20.3 below state avg

769 students Diverse

Diverse Student Body

Grades K-05

Barrett Russell Early Childhood Center

2.1 mi

209 students Moderate

Strong Attendance

Grades PK

C

Manthala George Jr. Elementary School

2.2 mi | #641 of 824 | Score: 38.8

-19.4 below state avg

838 students Diverse

Grades PK-05

M

Middle Schools

5 schools

C

Ashfield Middle School

1.1 mi | #250 of 352 | Score: 36.1

-22.1 below state avg

474 students Diverse

Grades 06-08

C-

North Middle School

1.5 mi | #293 of 352 | Score: 31.9

-26.3 below state avg

427 students Moderate

Grades 06-08

D

East Middle School

2.1 mi | #322 of 352 | Score: 29.0

-29.2 below state avg

421 students Diverse

Grades 06-08

F

Plouffe Middle School

2.4 mi | #341 of 352 | Score: 26.4

-31.8 below state avg

627 students Diverse

Grades 06-08

D

West Middle School

3.2 mi | #320 of 352 | Score: 29.2

-29 below state avg

533 students Diverse

Grades 06-08

H

High Schools

7 schools

C+

Brockton Virtual Learning Academy

3.7 mi | #18 of 25 | Score: 27.6

-30.6 below state avg

122 students Very Diverse

Rising School Diverse Student Body

Grades 06-12

C

New Heights Charter School of Brockton

4.4 mi | #257 of 346 | Score: 45.6

-12.6 below state avg

734 students Less Diverse

Early College Program High Graduation Rate College Ready Curriculum

Grades 06-12

Cardinal Spellman High

1.7 mi

18 sports • 1,054 athletes

Strong Athletics

Grades 09-12

F

Champion High School

2.5 mi | #341 of 346 | Score: 19.4

-38.8 below state avg

163 students Diverse

Rising School Diverse Student Body

Grades 09-12

C-

PROMISE College and Career Academy

3.7 mi | #22 of 25 | Score: 24.8

-33.5 below state avg

138 students Diverse

Rising School

Grades 09-12

C-

Brockton High School

3.8 mi | #295 of 346 | Score: 39.5

-18.8 below state avg

3,598 students Diverse

16 sports • 1,746 athletes

Rising School Career Tech Programs Strong Athletics

Grades 09-12

F

Edison Evening Academy

3.8 mi | #385 of 346 | Score: 24.8

225 students Moderate

Grades 09-12

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Date	Event	Price	Change	$/sqft	Details
12/26/2025	👁️ Showing Instructions Updated	-	-	-	New showing requirements
08/21/2025	🏠 Listed for Sale	$430,000	-	-	Original listing

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Days on Market

127 days

Price per Sq Ft

$367

Total Price Drop

-$20,000

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Year	Taxes	Assessment
2025	$5,253	$433,800

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