Heath is a small town in Franklin County, Massachusetts and part of the larger Springfield metropolitan area. Heath was settled in the mid-18th century and had some farming in the 19th century, although the town is now a rural residential area with a population of less than 1,000.
Given its small size and rural setting, most homes in Heath are historic properties built prior to 1925-1950. As with most small communities in Massachusetts, the Colonial and Cape Cod style of architecture dominates the residential real estate landscape with many historic homes built in the 19th century that have been renovated and updated with modern amenities. Buyers looking for newer construction will find some contemporary and ranch style homes built in the 1970s and 1980s. Homes in Heath tend to be spacious with 1,500 to 3,000 square feet of living space and large yards with wooded views. There are also some country homes in the area with open acreage for gardens, livestock, or pets.
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