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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:
$7,869
Average SAT scores:
1429
Student/Teacher Ratios:
13.1 to 1
Community
Population:7,369 Median Income in town: $53,756 Population Density: (people per square mile)
Crime Rate (per 1000 residents):
Property: 0 / 1,000
Violent: N/A / 1,000
Real Estate
Number of active:
Singles/Condos/Multis:
55
/ 21
/ 5
Median home price this year: N/A Median home price last year: $303,000
Median home price 5 yrs ago: $317,500
% change since last year: N/A
% change since 5 years ago: -5%
Avg single family tax bill:
$2,830
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:
Condo
PRICE:
$334,900
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$ 2000 BUYER and $1000 AGENT INCENTIVE IN PLACE FOR CLOSING BY JUNE 30; CALL FOR DETAILS! LAST "DALTON" HOME AVAILABLE IN BEAUTIFUL AUTUMN RIDGE FARM, ACTIVE ADULT COMMUNITY ; OFFERING FIRST FLOOR MASTER SUITE;SPACIOUS OPEN FLOOR PLAN WITH LOFT AND SUITE ON UPPER LEVEL.POTENTIAL TO FINISH 755 S.F. IN WALK-OUT LOWER LEVEL AT ADDITIONAL COST; INCLUDED AMENITIES ARE THE BEAUTIFUL RIDGE CLUB, FOR SOCIALIZING OR ENTERTAINING, AND THE FITNESS CENTER.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$169,500
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Come home to this two bedroom unit in the center area of Nashoba Village with finished lower level, central air, gas heat, low condo fees, fenced play ground area and pet friendly. All of this is located in a great town with the commuter train, fabulous bike trail, easy commute just minutes from routes 2 & 495!
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$249,000
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You're going to love this rare offering--- a 3 bedroom condex!!! The rooms are light and bright. The living room has a wood-burning fireplace and oak flooring. The spacious kitchen has a dining area that leads to a private deck. The full basement could be finished for future expansion. The rear yard is private, and level. There is a garden shed for your yard tools. Checkout the Town Beach (at nearby Sandy Pond). Enjoy!
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TYPE:
Land
PRICE:
$179,000
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This property was once used a Shell Gas Station. The site has testing wells drilled with water testing every month. Site contamination continues to improve. All reports are available for potential buyer. There is a Shell Indemnification Agreement and Satetment of Environmental Responsibility on file. This site can be used for gas station,garage,auto sales,retail store,consumer service,cafe,tavern,bank,parking lot and others. See documents.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$400,000
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Looking for New Construction with 4 Large Bedrooms, lots of living space & low taxes? Look no further! This Colonial/Contemporary's unique design offers 2462 sq.ft of Living Space w/an Additional 500 sq.ft in full Walk out Basement if finished. 1st & 2nd Floor Master Bedrooms, Open Concept Layout, Stainless Appliances, Granite Counters, Gas Fireplace, Lg 2 car garage, 40 yr Architectural Shingle Roof, Storage under front porch. Total of 10 Homes, only 7 Lots left! NOT A DRIVE BY!!!
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$169,900
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GREAT VALUE!!!! Spacious and well laid out 5 Room Town House. Great floor plan ALL 3 LEVELS OF LIVABLE SPACE & entertainment room in lower level, bedrooms have PLENTY OF CLOSET SPACE. Recently painted and updated. Unit was professionally wired for HI-Quality video and audio set up. Vacant and ready to sell.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$179,900
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Short Sale - Small ranch, new vinyl, roof, replacment windows. interior needs tlc. level corner lot, Detached 24 x 30 3 bay garage....
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$419,900
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Elderberry II -, Fabulous for entertaining or just hanging out! 21' FR with fireplace open to 26' Kitchen/Dining Area with granite Island. Fabulous Mster Bdrm Suite over garage with 2 walk in closets, 3 additional huge bedrooms- Laundry on 2nd level too. 9' ceilings 1st level,maple or birch kitchen with granite, HDWD floors, 2 car garage, full bsmt, Central Air,beautiful private one acre wooded lot at end of cul-de-sac-
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TYPE:
Land
PRICE:
$425,000
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Fully approved eight lot subdivison. All engineering in hand. Complete survey done. Waterviews of Fletcher pond.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$260,000
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*OPEN HOUSE SAT 5/12 FROM 11-2* Well built & immaculately maintained single owner ranch style home located in a wonderful/established cul-de-sac neighborhood just a 1/4 mile from the Groton town line*3 bedrooms & 2 full bathrooms*Kitchen with breakfast bar*Dining area leading to a 3 (or 4) season Sun-room*Lg L/R w/fireplace*Lg 2 car garage + workshop area*Finished walk out lower level with wood stove*New replacement windows and exterior siding*Beautiful and large yard & garden areas*A MUST SEE!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$369,000
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Situated on the end of a cul de sac, filled with quality, this young colonial has it all. Granite counters in a beautiful kitchen, great layout of rooms, walk up attic, 2nd floor laundry, walk in closet and master bath.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$179,900
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Looking for a beautifully-updated, clean Townhouse with a private backyard, abutting pine trees? This might be the one! Fresh interior paint, new carpeting in FR & 2nd BR, new tile in baths, laminate in LR, DR, Kit & MBR. Brand-new stove, microwave, dishwasher, kit & bath faucet, new storm door. Ceiling fans w/remotes in both BRs & Kit. FR on lower level w/ double closet. Unfin. storage area w/ laundry, sink & bulkhead for easy access to outside. FHA/gas, central AC, 100 Amp. Town water & sewer.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$289,900
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Follow the slate path to the farmers porch of this colonial, enter into a 2 story foyer filled with the light of day. The breakfast room overlooks the rear yard area where you can enjoy a summer evening listening to the peepers and other wetland critters. Fireplace in the family room give a real cozy feeling to this area just off the kitchen. Formal livingroom and dining room are good for indoor entertaining, with the deck and yard patio for outdoor enjoyment.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$244,900
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To be sold "as is" but recently refurbished by seller with new roof, interior painting, flooring in kitchen and bedrooms. new appliances in large kitchen. Water views of Sandy Pond from this country home with 2nd floor master bedroom, while first floor offers living room and dining room with wide pine floors, front to back kitchen, cathedral ceiling family room, with large lot complete with fenced area and shed.G Buyers must be pre-approved by Wells Fargo Home Mortgage. Great location near beach
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$265,000
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Gorgeouse Gothic Victorian on double lot off a side street. Replacement windows and updated utilities support a small energy footprint for this spacious home. The front wrap around porch accents the entrance to the foyer leading to the living room and second floor staircase. The large dining room allows flexibility for holiday gatherings and family events. Check out the level backyard, trees and privacy of the lot; you will be awed. Call for an appointment today.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$160,000
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Wonderful location with huge possibilities. Large fenced back yard, new heating system, newer roof, newer cabinets and flooring in Kitchen, new garage door, new hot water heater 2011 -Home is being sold "AS IS" and in need of some TLC but will be great home for the buyer who can see the possibilities!
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$279,900
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This exciting new floor plan is a spin-off on our very popular Tisbury. Open and versatile first floor features family room with gas fireplace, dining room and kitchen with granite countertops, stainless appliances and hardwood floors. The second level provides a STUDY, a second bedroom, a master bedroom suite, full bath and laundry.RECEIVE $1,500 CLOSING COST CREDIT FOR PURCHASE AND SALE BY 5/31, CLOSING BY 6/30. BROKERS EARN $1,000 FOR SAME TERMS/DATES
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$274,900
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$2000 BUYER INCENTIVE OFFERED WITH NON-CONTINGENT AGREEMENT IN PLACE BY JUNE 30; LAST ABBEY HOME AT BEAUTIFUL AUTUMN RIDGE FARM; ACTIVE ADULT LIFESTYLE COMMUNITY; SET ON PICTURESQUE 68 ACRES OF ROLLING HILLS AND WOODS; OPEN CONCEPT SINGLE LEVEL LIVING; MAPLE CABINETRY, GRANITE AND STAINLESS APPLIANCES IN KITCHEN; WOOD AND CERAMIC TILE FLOORING; LOVELY VIEWS OF POND AND PROXIMITY TO CLUBHOUSE; GENEROUS STORAGE AND 2 CAR GARAGE! MILES OF WALKING TRAILS; COMMUTER RAIL A MILE AWAY.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$436,000
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Pingry Hill Model Home for Sale with first floor master bedroom. Fabulous open floor plan ? You?ll love it. Vaulted Ceiling & skylites in Huge kitchen/dining area open to bright 4 Season Room with lots of windows, FR with gas fireplace and hardwood floors. Three bedrooms with full bath on second level.Finished Bsmt with two huge walk in closets. Tons of upgrades-$466,135 to duplicate this house in Phase III. Come by to see for yourself.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$409,900
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Custom Colonial, 4 Bedroom 3 Bath with a 26x26 Master Bedroom Suite, Cathedral Ceiling , and "Waterview of Sandy Pond", Deeded Beach Rights. Additionally this home offers over 2740 sqare feet of living space. This home has a large kitchen with all stainless appliances and Cathedral Ceiling and Pantry, Custom Cabinets ,Granite Counter Tops,Upgraded Electrical and Plumbing, Tile Entry Ways and Baths,Spacious Outdoor Area, Above Ground Swimming Pool and Hot Tub, Surrounded by a Custom Built Deck.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$162,900
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Are you looking for a larger home close to center of town and Train Station? Do you want a large kitchen? Do you want a first floor bedroom plus 3 more bedrooms upstairs? Do you want a master bedroom w/ private bath? This home has it plus enjoy gleaming hardwood flooring in LR and DR. This is a Fannie Mae property so purchase w/ as little as 3% down w/ HomePath Renovation financing. Do you want a fenced back yard? How about a super roof that you will not worry about for years? Great value!!
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