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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:
504
/ 206
/ 185
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:
Single Family
PRICE:
$329,000
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Bright very well kept like new carpet with in 4mos, new mexican tile mos old, hardwoods, m.ba has jaccuzi. with small office or nursey rm. landry st fl.deck from fam room off kt. walk out basement which is finished. You will love this hse perfwct just move in. Bring your check books won't want to leave....
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TYPE:
Land
PRICE:
$114,900
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Beautiful level lot on quiet dead end street, Upper Burncoat location, 92' frontage, building permit in hand. You plan or ours.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$199,998
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MINT CONDITION 3 BEDROOM RANCH WITH FULL FINISHED LOWER LEVEL OFFERS A EAT IN KITCHEN FULLY APPLIANCED.GOOD SIZE BEDROOMS,VINYL SIDING, NEWER WINDOWS.PLUS A GARAGE . LOWER LEVEL HAS MANY USES FOR THE FAMILY. COULD BE 4TH BEDROOM ALSO A GREAT DEN OR PLAY AREA. HUGE DECK OVERLOOKS ALMOST 1/2 ACRE CORNER FENCED YARD FOR PLENTY OF PRIVACY. CALL TODAY TO SHOW.
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TYPE:
Land
PRICE:
$369,900
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Up to 5 buildable lots! See MLS #: 71043667 Open House 3-21-2010 1:30-3:30
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$146,900
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A MUST SEE! GREAT 3FAM! MAY GO FHA. SELLER ADDENDUMS ADDED TO P&S**NO CHANGES TO P&S OR ADDENDUMS**ALL OFFERS CONTINGENT ON EXECUTED CONTRACTS. PRE-APPROVAL/POF W/ALL OFFERS. P&S & ADDENDUMS SIGNED W/ IN 2 DAYS OF RECEIPT. BUYER SIGNS CONTRACT BEFORE INSPECTIONS. SELLER WONT LOOK AT OFFERS UNTIL 48 HRS IN MLS***2 YR HOME WARRANTY FOR OWNER OCC***SELLER MAY NEGOTIATE UP TO 3.5% FOR BCCFOR OWNER OCC***$1000 SELLING BONUS IF UAG BY 4/13/2010.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$325,900
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Please call your clients who are waiting for a superior quality home, in mint condition! Incredible sunlight from all directions. First floor master with full bath and whirl pool tub, walk in closet and additional bedroom or study on the first floor. Pocket doors create privacy.Great cooks kitchen with separate eating area which opens to familyroom where you can enjoy a wonderful evening fire.Two additional BR connect via an open balcony.Top of the line Lenox furnace, new roof and paint
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$135,000
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$74,900
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***BIGGEST BARGAIN IN WORCESTER*** SPACIOUS 2-FAMILY AT AN UNBELIEVABLE PRICE! 2ND FLOOR OCCUPIED. All offers must be submitted online.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$179,900
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Estate sale. Turn of the century colonial in desirable Burncoat neighborhood. Prev. 2 fam now legal single family. Beautiful hardwoods throughout. Fireplaced LR. ~9 ft ceilings, Replacement vinyl windows, Vinyl sided exterior. 1st fl needs TLC. 2nd fl requires re-hab. New subdivison planned on left of property making this a corner lot. Due diligence is responsibility of buyer. If you are handy this is a great opportunity to purchase a lot of house for little money. Come make your offer today!!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$198,000
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This impeccably maintained home, located on a private street, is inviting, irresistible, and stunning. Many happy endings await you in this charming, attached clolonial. It features 2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, a full basement, and a private driveway. The gorgeous deck and the beautifully landscaped backyard set this home apart from all other homes in its class. Built in 2005, this home is move-in ready. Motivated seller says: Bring in all offers! Don't wait, move in today!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$249,900
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Sunsplashed open floor plan with cathedral ceilings* 3 Bedrooms* 2 Full Baths with ceramic tile* Huge Living room open to Dining Room* Full Finished lower level* Energy efficient design* 2 Car Garage* Pick your colors!* Great Builder* Close to schools, shopping centers, Mass Pike* Call for Info Package
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$179,899
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Wonderful 6 room, 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath garrison colonial. The first floor features a large fireplaced living room with new carpeting over wood floors, kitchen complete with stove and refrigerator, dining room and 1/2 bath. On the second level you will find the full bath and 3 bedrooms with hardwood floors. This home has been very well maintained with a recent boiler, and the exterior will be painted when the weather allows! Large back yard in a great neighborhood near schools & shopping!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$214,865
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Almost New Construction half duplex. One car garage. Buy now and get value before the market goes up again.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$234,900
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Charming classic "Cape Cod" Mint, spacious cape offers lg kitchen with ceramic tile flr, 1.5 baths, hardwoods, 1st floor master BR addition with cathedral ceiling, skylight and full wall closet. 2 br up with 1/2 bath (potential for full) on 2nd floor (+ wall to wall closet)/ Formal Din Rm, 1st floor office,fp liv rm, 1st flr laundry and full bsmt with rec room & Sauna. Some replacement windows, updated elec, new furnace*. Large level yard, stone wall.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$105,000
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This Half Duplex is nicely maintained with a finished basement, laundry room downstairs. Nice Eat in Kitchen, sunny!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$105,000
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Nicely maintained Half Duplex, Eat in Kitchen and sunny! Basement is finished with laundry room.
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$210,000
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BOTH SIDES OF THIS DUPLEX ARE IN VERY GOOD CONDITION. BOTH BASEMENTS ARE FINISHED. HOT WATER HEATERS ARE RENTED.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$124,900
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GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO OWN THIS YOUNG 2 BEDROOM 2 FULL BATH SINGLE FAMILY ATTACHED HOME BUILT IN 2004!!! FEATURING HARDWOOD FLOORS, FORMAL DININGROOM, FIREPLACED LIVINGROOM, MASTER BATH, SEMI FINISHED BASEMENT WITH 4 ADDITIONAL ROOMS, FENCED YARD, NICE DECK AND MORE!! This is a Fannie Mae HomePath property. o Purchase this property for as little as 3% down! o This property is approved for HomePath Mortgage Financing. o This property is approved for HomePath Renovation Mortgage
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$213,000
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Outstanding exposed brick and wood "city life" condo only one block off Famous Shrewsbury St. (with some of Worcester's finest restaurants!). Open style main floor with LR/DR combo and granite and stainless kitchen. MBR and office/2nd BR plus 2 full baths (one with spa- tub/shower) and laundry in lower level. Conveniently located near main entry foyer. Easy to show!
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$205,000
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LOOK AT THIS THREE FAMILY. THERE WERE 3 BEDROOMS ON EACH FLOOR BUT WALLS HAVE BEEN TAKEN DOWN TO MAKE IT MORE OPEN. ALL UNITS HAVE AN OPEN PANTRY, GOOD SIZE EAT IN KITCHEN, BATH, LARGE DINNING ROOM/LIVING ROOM COMBO, ENCLOSED PORCHES AND 3 BEDROOMS EACH FLOOR IF WALLS WERE REPLACED.. CIRCUIT BREAKERS. 3 GAS FORCED HOT AIR FURNACES. OFF STREET PARKING. SOME UPDATES AND IN GOOD CLEAN CONDITION.
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