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The Town of Ayer grew up around the railroad industry in the 1840's and the railroad continued as a major force in shaping Ayer's economy through the early 1900's. Railroad switching yards, tanneries and mills prospered as a result of railroad transportation in the area which is now the Central Business District. Ayer is served by commuter rail service today and the town is within easy access of three major roadways, I-495, I-290 and Route 2.
While Ayer is primarily residential, the close proximity to these major transportation links fueled industrial development throughout the town which made the manufacturing industry the largest employers in the town in the 1980's. However, by 1990, the service sector had become the community's largest employer, followed closely by retail trade employment. Commercial activity and retail activity has continued to expand in Ayer.
The town is one of the four communities that serves as a host to Fort Devens, a major influence on the town. Fort Devens employs almost 8,000 people and has been a major factor in the local and regional economy. The pending closing of Fort Devens will have a profound impact on Ayer and the town is seeking to address and mitigate this impact as well as the effect of recent increases in poverty and decreases in population.
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School System Info
MCAS Ranking (of 351 towns) in State:
10th Grade Math: |
112 |
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10th Grade Eng: |
115 |
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8th Grade Math: |
133 |
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8th Grade Eng: |
124 |
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8th Grade Science: |
92 |
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4th Grade Math: |
65 |
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4th Grade Eng: |
48 |
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Spending/Student:
N/A
Average SAT scores:
1429
Student/Teacher Ratios:
12.6 to 1
Community
Population:2,960 Median Income in town: 55,375 Population Density: (people per square mile)
Crime Rate (property/violent):
Property: 9 / 1,000
Violent: 41 / 1,000
Real Estate
Number of active:
Singles/Condos/Multis:
4
/ 3
/ 2
Median home price this year: $N/A 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:
$2,337
Transportation
Rail info: (T stops, commuter rail stops)
Ayer (Fitchburg/South Acton Line)
Subway info:
subway
Bus lines:
bus
Miles to Boston:
47
Drive time to Boston (minutes):
55
Rail time to Boston:
73
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RECENT LISTING
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$339,900
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$219,900
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$359,900
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Pingry Hill introduces another new plan, The Farmhouse. Charming covered Farmers porch opens into front foyer leading to the country kitchen/dining area with sliding glass door to deck. Adjacent is the spacious Family Room large enough to fit your big screen TV and a gas fireplace. 1st floor laundry, powder room and an attached two car garage complete the first level. Turned staircase leads to a Master Bedroom with private bath & walk in closet, 2 additional bdrms & full bath. ENERGY STAR
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$389,900
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UNIQUE CAPE HOUSE WITH 2 APARTMENTS SITUATED REAR OF LOT EXTRA INCOME. BOTH BUILDINGS SIT ON 0.69 ACRES OF LAND. THE HOUSE HAS 2 BEDROOMS POSSIBLY A 3RD BEDROOM JUST HAS TO RECONVERTED WITH 2 FULL BATHS AN INSERT STOVE W/BLOWER TO ADD AN EXTRA HEAT SOURCE FOR THE COLD WINTERS. MASTER BEDROOM HAS VIEWS OF FLANNAGAN POND. PLUS, A HUGH DECK FOR ENTERTAINING AND ENCLOSED PORCH. A MUST SEE. SEE DETAILS FOR MULTI USE # 71019787.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$409,900
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You asked for it! Here it is! Our model home, the Althea with a first floor master bedroom suite. Fabulous open floor plan ? You?ll love it. Huge kitchen/dining area open to family room with cozy fireplace. Three bedrooms with full bath on second level. Unique stylish plan! Use the first floor master bedroom for a game room! Come visit our model home ? You?ll see why we?ve sold so many homes ! Come visit our model home to see this unique plan
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$389,900
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UNIQUE CAPE HOUSE WITH 2 APARTMENTS SITUATED REAR OF LOT EXTRA INCOME. BOTH BUILDINGS SIT ON 0.69 ACRES OF LAND. THE HOUSE HAS 2 BEDROOMS POSSIBLY A 3RD BEDROOM JUST HAS TO RECONVERTED WITH 2 FULL BATHS AN INSERT STOVE W/BLOWER TO ADD AN EXTRA HEAT SOURCE FOR THE COLD WINTERS. MASTER BEDROOM HAS VIEWS OF FLANNAGAN POND. PLUS, A HUGH DECK FOR ENTERTAINING AND ENCLOSED PORCH. A MUST SEE
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$99,000
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Able to close in a short period. Great investment opportunity !! Easy to show, Townhouse of Nashoba Valley Condominium, well maintained, in ground pool, newer appliance, near Rt 2, 495 and commuter train. a leisure living place. Make your best offer.
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$299,900
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Rarely offered four-unit home with POSITIVE CASH FLOW. Gross rent approx. $36,000 a year with LOW expenses. This is a great investment opportunity plus the ideal situation for owner occupied with rental income. First time home buyers qualify for $8,000 credit. Prime location - walking distance to Commuter Train. Plus 2 car garage & lots of parking. Hardwood Floors. Seller willing to negotiate appliances & cosmetic updates.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$269,900
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FIRST TIME HOME BUYERS ACT NOW! The Tisbury is the townhome that everyone falls in love with! It features an open floor plan with kitchen overlooking dining and fireplaced living area. The upstairs features a large master with master bath and walk in closet, as well as oversized laundry room and large front facing guest bedroom with separate bath. Come reserve your home today and customize it to reflect your own personality. Pre-construction special: $5,000 credit towards upgrade options!
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