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The City of Chicopee is located near the junction of the Massachusetts Turnpike and Interstate 91 and is a diverse urban community which serves as the home of Westover Air Force Base. The city has mined its industrial past for present uses, having transformed a number of 19th century industrial buildings and locations into mixed modern uses. An example of this is the sprawling complex of 19th century brick buildings known as Cabotville Industrial Park, which has housed a variety of small and medium-sized industries for the past 50 years.
The city is particularly well served for transportation, boasting two airports, the Boston and Main Railroad and regular long distance as well as local bus service. This supports a strong industrial base which manufactures sporting goods, textiles, beverages, paper, office supplies and the eastern edition of the Wall Street Journal. Westover Air Force Base is a key part of the local economy, employing about 1,000 local residents and housing 2,500 reservists of the 439th Military Airlift Wing. The base was the staging area for American troops during the Persian Gulf war. Recycled former military housing from the base serves as the nucleus of a planned development that will include both market rate and affordable housing.
An historic district in Chicopee Center encompasses stately homes from the city's past and an historic shad run on the Connecticut and Chicopee Rivers brings thousands of enthusiastic fisherman to the city each spring. Each fall, one of the largest Polish celebrations in the United States takes place in Chicopee when 75,000 visitors come to feast on kielbasa and dance the polka, while biannually the Great New England Air Show brings upwards of 700,000 people to Westover for a three-day air extravaganza.
Chicopee residents feel their city's history is a living tie to the present, echoing the diversity of population, the welcome to immigrants, the production of fine industrial products and the pride that was present at the city's incorporation and is present now.
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School System Info
MCAS Ranking (of 351 towns) in State:
10th Grade Math: |
165 |
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10th Grade Eng: |
160 |
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8th Grade Math: |
173 |
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8th Grade Eng: |
173 |
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8th Grade Science: |
166 |
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4th Grade Math: |
200 |
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4th Grade Eng: |
219 |
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Spending/Student:
$8,226
Average SAT scores:
1392
Student/Teacher Ratios:
12.4 to 1
Community
Population:53,876 Median Income in town: $43,634 Population Density: (people per square mile)
Crime Rate (per 1000 residents):
Property: 36.4 / 1,000
Violent: 7.3 / 1,000
Real Estate
Number of active:
Singles/Condos/Multis:
154
/ 66
/ 40
Median home price this year: N/A Median home price last year: $166,250
Median home price 5 yrs ago: $154,550
% change since last year: N/A
% change since 5 years ago: 7%
Avg single family tax bill:
$2,270
Transportation
Rail info: (T stops, commuter rail stops)
N/A
Subway info:
N/A
Bus lines:
N/A
Miles to Boston:
91
Drive time to Boston (minutes):
95
Rail time to Boston:
N/A
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RECENT LISTING
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$129,000
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Irresistible Value & Price! Budget-loving, 2-bedroom Cape Cod. Open the door to a perfectly-priced plum. Enter into the large living room with picture window or through the sun room near the driveway. Kitchen appliances included as well as washer/dryer. Partially finished basement. Great yard. Detached garage and shed! Why pay rent when home ownership can bring you a much better deal: check into all the advantages it can give you.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$99,900
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Handyman special being sold "as-is"
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$169,900
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Charming & wonderfully maintained ranch in move in condition. Bright, cheery & updated kitchen. Beautiful hard wood flooring in the living rm, kitchen & all bdrms. ,Updated heating system (4-5 yrs old), new hot water tank & vinly windows, along with low taxes, means minimal costs to own this home. Basement offers a 21x12 heated family room. Beautiful 12 by 16 screen in porch over looks the large back yard. Central Air, Lots of storage space, Quiet street, minutes from Mass Pike, parks & more.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$119,900
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Desireable 'Blandford style End ' unit at "Doverbrook Estates". Many hardwoods under carpet. Large eat-in kitchen, master has his & hers closets as well as extra closets outside the bedrooms & bath. Attached garage with opener. All appliances to remain for the buyers enjoyment. Easy to show.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$197,777
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Looking for a new home? Complete interior remodel to this three bedroom Colonial. all newer windows throughout. Eat-In kitchen is open And Well Lit With Mudroom, Laundry Room/Pantry. Dining Area Has New Carpeting And Full Bath. Spacious Living Room. Home Continues With Three Bedrooms On Second Level With Full Bath. Each Room Is Very Bright With High Ceilings. New Paved Driveway And New Roof. Garage Has Work Area And Side Entry Access. Located On Dead End Street. Close Proximity To Highway.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$86,000
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Afforadable & Spacious! Well maintained unit by the same owners for over 30 years! This unit's location is backed up to woods for added privacy and just steps away from the pool! Be in for summer and enjoy!! All appliances are included in sale. Heat and hotwater included in monthly fee. Call and make your apt. today!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$249,900
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Set on a cul de sac, this 3 bedroom 2 full bath ranch awaits you! Step inside and enjoy the oversized family room with fireplace, and beautiful tile. Kitchen has been updated with newer cabinets, granite and stainless steel appliances, and dining area. All bedrooms and formal living room have wall to wall carpeting, the basement is partially finished and has a newer bath with jacuzzi style tub, and tiled floor. Great play room, or tv room! Inground sprinklers, deck, 2 car garage, and shed.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$379,900
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Pride of Ownership!This wonderful home in highly sought after Bridle Path Estates has been showered with loving care!Meticulously maintained is just the beginning:lots of updates and all the bells & whistles-central air,sec syst,gleaming hardwood flrs,spectacular sun room,gourmet kitchen w/ center island & granite and 1st flr Master suite!Second level offers king size bedrooms,2nd full bath & tons of closet space...don't forget the finished basement.Tucked away on cul de sac....this is THE ONE!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$149,900
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Beautiful blend of new & old in this updated colonial w/ lovely Victorian details. 3 bedrms, 2 full bathrms, fully applianced large eat-in kitchen w/ new counters & new ceramic tile floor. Huge living room w/ large dining area. 1st floor laundry, many walk-in closets, jacuzzi tub, new carpet throughout, newly painted inside & out, huge yard, 3 car garage (yes that's 3 cars), all topped off with a new roof! Located in area for 1st time home buyer program. That could mean $7500.00 to your buyer!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$99,000
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Short Sale ? Sold AS IS, cash buyers preferred, 3 Bedrooms, 1 Bath, nice lot, home has potential, needs TLC, but worth the wait.
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$194,900
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Nice two family in quiet neighborhood near the Connecticut River. Great investment potential for rental income. Aluminum siding, replacement windows, eat-in kitchen with lots of cabinet space. Big yard and plenty of room in the garage. Come take a look, you'll be delighted.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$177,000
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THE LOVE SHINES THRU - INCREDIBLE LOCATION. Oversized 1 owner ranch with double drive-way. Open space, high ceilings, lots of natural light. Natural woodwork, arched door-ways, nice flow from room to room. Top quality 50's home with a modern feel. Beautiful manicured lawn, with many perennial plantings, each week more color blooms around the home. This home has been tenderly cared for over the years, and now is looking for someone else to continue to care and enjoy this wonderful HOME.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$94,900
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Sitting pretty, back from the street is where you will find this Ridgewood Village condo. This 2 bedroom, 1 bath condo has galley kitchen with appliances, nice floorplan, new carpeting and laminate flooring with great modern colors. Complex offers beautiful pool and tennis courts is convenient to shopping and ideal for commuting. Priced to sell and easy to show, schedule your appointment today!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$199,000
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Double lot bonus! Full basement has high ceilings for easy finishing. Could easily be a large 2 bedroom or 3 bedroom home. Updates have been done, this home is ready to go. So close to everything...walk to local schools, street ends in cul de sac.....privacy AND peace and quiet....in a convenient location.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$259,900
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You will love this address! Custom built 6+ rm ranch in mint cond.Cen.air&vac ,cer. tile, wd floors,kitchen w/island,huge dining area,mstr bdrm has half bath and walk in closet,and the basement - WOW ! Do you need a place for the in-laws? Teens? Or just a fab family rm with kitchen. This basement has it all. The yard? Fabulous! Heated pool,deck,shed,play scape, patio,privacy fence and wooded back yard.
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$375,000
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$289,900
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Location and all the bells and whistles, too! Home offers ample sq ft with spacious rooms including 4 bdrms, 3 full baths, 3 fireplaces, finished basement with in-law potential, cedar closet, formal liv rm, din rm, 3 season porch, 2 car garage, car port, c-air, c-vac, sprinkler system, alarm system and a private backyard with gate to state park. Buyer just needs to make this home shine again with their own personal touches!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$90,000
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4 BEDROOM , 1 BATHROOM WITH OPEN FRONT PORCH, FIREPLACED LIVINGROOM W/HARDWOOD FLOORING. PROPERTY BEING SOLD AS IS. HUD CASE #251-354058. INSURED PROPERTY.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$122,900
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Handsome Craftsman Colonial has lots of natural woodwork, very spacious kitchen with newer appliances. Bedrooms have hardwood floors. Carpeted rooms may have hardwood as well. Living room fplace. Lots of windows, sunny exposure. 200 Amp Federal Pacific circuit breaker panel to be replaced prior to closing. Front porch, mostly fenced yard. Priced well under assessed value. Half bath in basement which has an older heated rec.room. Quick closing possible.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$159,000
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Bring your decorating ideas to this lovely family home. Located on a quiet cul-de-sac this property features an inground pool (new liner 2007), enclosed porch with heat & a/c, and hardwood flooring under carpeting in living room. All appliances remain and furnishings are negotiable. 2nd bedroom will need a door added, and 3rd bedroom currently being used as a dining room and could be converted back. Seller is moving South! Get in early before it's too late.
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