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Westfield, MA

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Bask in outdoor recreation and rural charm in the Pioneer Valley

Suburban Historic Riverside Charming College Town Welcoming Peaceful

Situated in the Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts, Westfield exudes a rural charm on the cusp of several larger communities. Recreational opportunities abound in Westfield, with access to Stanley Park, Hampton Ponds State Park, the Westfield River, the Little River, Amelia Park Arena and Garden, and multiple country clubs. Westfield is also nearby Robinson State Park, Forest Park, and the Connecticut River in addition to Six Flags New England, which provide many additional options for outdoor fun.

Westfield offers plenty of local shops and eateries to peruse in the downtown district, and the national retailers in Holyoke Mall are just a short drive away too. Westfield is home to Westfield State University, which presents a host of cultural and educational opportunities to the local community. Commuting and traveling from Westfield is easy with convenience to I-90, Westfield Barnes Regional Airport, and Bradley International Airport.

Rent Trends

As of February 2025, the average apartment rent in Westfield, MA is $1,609 for one bedroom, and $1,678 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Westfield has increased by 5.3% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,609/month
546 Sq Ft
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Transportation

48

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

1

Minimal Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

40

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Highland Elementary School

Public

Grades K-4

370 Students

6
out of 10

Paper Mill Elementary School

Public

Grades K-4

341 Students

5
out of 10

Munger Hill Elementary School

Public

Grades K-4

340 Students

4
out of 10

Abner Gibbs Elementary School

Public

Grades K-4

153 Students

4
out of 10

Southampton Road Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-4

325 Students

3
out of 10

Westfield Middle School

Public

Grades 7-8

691 Students

5
out of 10

North Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

676 Students

Rating Unavailable

Westfield High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,027 Students

4
out of 10

Westfield Vocational Tech High School

Public

Grades 9-12

543 Students

4
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Stanley Park
  • Hampton Ponds State Park
  • Robinson State Park
  • Blandford Ski Area
  • Holyoke Heritage State Park

Airports

  • Bradley International

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