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Known as the "Heart of the Commonwealth," Worcester, Massachusetts with a population of 170,000 remains today what it has been for decades, New England's second largest city and site of a diverse and pioneering economy. First incorporated as a township in 1722, this settlement forty miles west of Boston soon became an important transportation center on the Boston Turnpike linking the capital city with New York and the west.
One of America's first internal commercial waterways, the Blackstone Canal, linked the town with Providence, Rhode Island to the South and gave direct access to the Atlantic Ocean. Worcester played its role in America's early history General Washington rode through here. The cannon used at Dorchester Heights to drive the British from Boston were literally dragged through its streets. Abraham Lincoln slept here, and John Adams taught school here. Industry thrived here; steel fabrication and wire drawing, printing and envelop manufacturing, abrasives and machine tooling. The valentine card got its start here. America's first experiments in rockets started here. The birth control pill was invented here.
Today, the city has changed from its heavy manufacturing past to new directions in economic enterprise. Biotechnology is a major enterprise within the city, as are eight colleges and a state university medical school. It is an inland port of entry for foreign commerce, relying upon major interstate highways and rail lines which traverse the municipality. A city-owned airport has been improved with a new $15 million modernized air terminal to accommodate passengers and air freight. More than fifty intracity bus trips originate in the downtown every day.
Worcester is nonetheless predominantly residential in character. More than 1200 acres of city-owned parkland are found within its 38 square miles. Fifty public schools educate 20,000 children. Half of the entire city budget goes for educational purposes, testimony to the values of its inhabitants. Its parklands are among the oldest in the nation; its free public library one of America's oldest; its acclaimed music festival the nation's oldest; its art museum a gem rivalling those of major urban centers. Worcester is a city proud of its past and secure in its future.
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School System Info
MCAS Ranking (of 351 towns) in State:
10th Grade Math: |
164 |
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10th Grade Eng: |
166 |
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8th Grade Math: |
178 |
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8th Grade Eng: |
185 |
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8th Grade Science: |
175 |
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4th Grade Math: |
221 |
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4th Grade Eng: |
228 |
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Spending/Student:
N/A
Average SAT scores:
1117
Student/Teacher Ratios:
13.4 to 1
Community
Population:172,648 Median Income in town: 42,988 Population Density:
(people per square mile)
Crime Rate (property/violent):
Property: 6 / 1,000
Violent: 229 / 1,000
Real Estate
Number of active:
Singles/Condos/Multis:
453
/ 208
/ 182
Median home price this year: $115,900 Median home price last year: N/A
Median home price 5 yrs ago: N/A
% change since last year: N/A
% change since 5 years ago: N/A
Avg single family tax bill:
$2,658
Transportation
Rail info: (T stops, commuter rail stops)
Worcester/Union Station (Framingham/Worcester Line)
Subway info:
subway
Bus lines:
bus
Miles to Boston:
47
Drive time to Boston (minutes):
56
Rail time to Boston:
89
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RECENT LISTING
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TYPE:
Land
PRICE:
$100,000
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Attention builders, level duplex lot located in sought out neighborhood off of Shrewsbury Street, possible tri-plex lot, buyer to do due diligence with the city. Call for plot plan.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$224,900
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This home has been remodled in the last few years it looks GREAT. Come see this house near the Shrewsbury line close to UMASS Hospital and Route 290, Also Route 9 and Lake Quinsigamond. A nice flat fenced in back yard with a large storage shed .A four Bedroom two Bath with a master bedroom and an updated granite countertop kitchen . Great location with plenty of off street parking.
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$155,000
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$133,900
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LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION!!! Motivated Seller is waiting for offers on this amazing, large and bright 2 BRM/2 BaRM condo in the desirable Wrentham Heights Condo Complex! Spectacular city views, balcony, parking, elevator, and plenty of storage! Fantastic opportunity to become a homeowner!!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$275,000
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Wonderful! Family owned for 40 years. All natural wooodwork. French doors. Front and rear stairways. Bright open flow. All new windows. 5 zone F.H.W. Show to your fussiest!!
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$219,900
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IDEAL FOR ANY BUYER!!!!!! *****INCOME PRODUCING 4 FAMILY IN A IDEAL LOCATION!****** EVERYTHING IS UPDATED FOR YOU INCLUDING VINYL SIDING, WINDOWS, PORCH. LEAD PAINT CERTIFICATION AVAILABLE FOR ALL 4 UNITS. OFF STREET PARKING, SMALL FENCED IN YARD FOR PRIVACY. NOT BANK OWNED OR SHORT SALE. HURRY IN TIME FOR YOUR TAX CREDIT !!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$99,000
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Renovatable House with large parcel on Poets Hill with city view. Private neighborhood with park. Convenient to 9,90,190, 270.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$263,000
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CUSTOM BUILT,ONE OWNER RANCH IN WORCESTER'S SALISBURY STREET AREA! This incredible home comes with hardwoods throughout, large back yard perfect for playing children. The basement offers built ins, a half bath, large fireplace, perfect crafting area with a special spot for your sewing machine. Not to mention plenty of area left for storage. The attic space is ready to finish off for additional living space. Large living room with crown molding is perfect for the holidays with family!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$199,900
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Good condition, nice woodwork. Bank owned no changes to P&S or bank addendums. one step process. This is a Fannie Mae HomePath property. Purchase this property for as little as 3% down! This property is approved for HomePath Mortgage Financing. This property is approved for HomePath Renovation Mortgage Financing.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$129,900
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Quiet street, desirable June Street neighborhood behid Worcester State College. Bonus 3 season porch. Hardwood floors. Easy care vinyl exterior. Need 24 hour notice - dog.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$359,900
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To Be Built 2010. Super location in Upper Burncoat area. Fabulous Colonial Style in Beautiful level lot. Gracious open floor plan * Great Master Suite, walk in closet with Jacuzzi. Formal D/R with hardwood floors* Central air. Generous allowances customize to your individual style.Minutes to highway, close to Umass Medical....
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$279,900
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Beautifully Redone Raised Ranch with a BRAND NEW Detached 2-Car Garage. This home is stunning - a NEW granite & stainless kitchen w/ breakfast bar & ceramic floor. The floor plan is open & modern w/ cathedral ceilings. There's all NEW windows, NEW carpeting, NEW siding, NEW doors & fresh paint throughout. Both full baths are NEW w/ granite tops & ceramic floors. There's a huge lower level media room wired for surround sound & projection TV also a bonus room that could be a 5th bedroom-WOW!!!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$254,900
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Like New! 3 BR 2 full bath "1997" Saltbox Cape in an excellent neighborhood. Features include: Large Oak Kitchen w/appliances: new refrigerator, 2005 gas range and microwave, new carpeting and Pergo flooring. Dining room and Living Room w/ Bay windows,1st Floor Master, all generous sized bedrooms, 15x12 deck overlooks landscaped yard. 2 Car Garage .Great commuter location! Still time for the Buyer Tax Credit. Nothing to do but Move In! Priced $20,000 below assessed value
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$249,900
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Pride in over 40 yrs.ownership is apparent, true move in condition! From the welcoming farmers porch to the huge L/R add. w/ custom Brazillian cherry floors, leads 2 lg. deck+ huge yd.You will LOVE this adorable oversized ranch w/ giant master b/r,fin b-ment w/ laundry rm, and add.b/r and 1/2 ba.that could make a perfect office. Kitch has been totally remodeled with all new cabinets,granite counters+island and ss apps! Hardwds,tile+replacement windows thru-out, newer roof.+ new driveway.MUST SEE
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$174,900
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Absolutely Darling hse filled w/ sunshine! Charming Front Porch! Great East side Loc! Beautifully updated! New Eat in Kit w/new counters, flooring and appliances! Beautiful LR and DR with Wood Laminate floors! New First floor Bath Vanity, flooring and lite! Family rm off kitchen w/new Berber! Replacement WNDWs, new hot water tank, circ brkrs, HDWDS on 2nd floor refinished! Full bath renovated with new vanity, flooring and lighting! Dont miss out on the tax credit with this one! Won't last! Mint!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$224,500
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Worcester- near Lake Quinsig. This fenced in custom built 1500 s.f. ranch is on 3 city lots. It features 3 large bedrooms with custom built closets and book cases, spacious living room with fireplace, enclosed 3 season porch off kitchen, deck, shed, garage and walk out partially finished basement.
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$215,000
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6 Unit Building, Duplex Style, Separate Heat & Utilities. Washer/dryer Hookups hookups for each unit. Vinyl sided and replacement windows. Property needs work.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$239,800
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Immaculate Townhome in Oak Ridge! Upgraded dual-zone thremastat, chair rails, hardware & fireplace! 2-3br 2.5ba with MASTER BA! Walk-Up Loft: Many uses: Family Rm/Office/Master BR/MORE... Stainless appliances, open kitchen & living room to deck great for entertaining. Close proximity to 190, go anywhere in Greater Worcester in MINUTES. Groceries, Bank, Shopping & Dining all nearby!
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$337,000
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Attention Investors (or Owner/Occupants) looking for a well-located, positive cash flow rental on the East Side w/ proximity to Route 9, Mass Pike, and near to UMASS. This is 4-fam, unique to area, well maintained, many upgrades and renovations including hardwood floors, new tile work, new bthrm fixtures, security upgrades, insulation, and improved buildout. Stable, qualified tenancy. Professional/stable ownership, not in distress. Bonus Value: Zoned RG 5, possible com use by special permit.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$179,900
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One Owner home!! Great Commuter access! Easy access to Highway! Last house on right of dead end street! Paved Road. Abuts woods. New Furnace installed Sept 09. Roof approx. 4-5 yrs old. One Layer of Shingles. Updated Electrical, Vinyl Sided, Hardwoods, Master Bath, Open Floor plan. Full Unfinished Walk out Basement.
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