West Concord, Concord
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Named in 1635, Concord is an old historic town on the western axis of suburban Boston. Located at the junction of the Concord/Sudbury/Assabet Rivers, Concord was settled early by the English as a frontier outpost of the Massachusetts Bay Colony and was the first interior, non-tidal water town in Massachusetts.
The community had also been the site of seasonal Indian camps because of the plentiful runs of shad, salmon and herring. Concord still retains many well-preserved colonial houses, nine of them on or near Concord green and witnesses of the famous Battle of Concord. In this historic battle which ushered in the Revolutionary War, a column of British infantry was badly mauled by colonists during a 16-mile long running battle that saw 273 British and 95 American dead.
Concord also has a significant literary history, having been the home of the leaders of the intellectual movements of 19th century America. Louisa May Alcott, Bronson Alcott, Emerson and Hawthorne lived in Concord at one time or another and Thoreau wrote his internationally known philosophical treatise at Walden Pond in Concord.
Concord evolved from a frontier town into a prosperous regional center with a mixed society including small yeoman farmers, affluent gentry and immigrants from Italy and Norway. There are high-style, handsome houses as relics of this affluent society along with some country estates. One of the well-preserved sights in the community is the Victorian Gothic state prison built in 1878 and still housing prisoners.
Skyrocketing land prices in the real estate boom of the 1980's resulted from Concord's proximity to Boston and the 128 technical/industrial corridor, coupled with a vigorous regional economy. Considerable concern is felt by Concord residents about the pressures on the town from its significant tourist industry and suburban development.
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School System Info
MCAS Ranking (of 351 towns) in State:
10th Grade Math: |
N/A |
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10th Grade Eng: |
N/A |
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8th Grade Math: |
12 |
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8th Grade Eng: |
3 |
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8th Grade Science: |
5 |
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4th Grade Math: |
8 |
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4th Grade Eng: |
5 |
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Spending/Student:
$10,567
Average SAT scores:
1793
Student/Teacher Ratios:
12.3 to 1
Community
Population:16,840 Median Income in town: $123,302 Population Density:
(people per square mile)
Crime Rate (per 1000 residents):
Property: 9.2 / 1,000
Violent: 0.9 / 1,000
Real Estate
Number of active:
Singles/Condos/Multis:
6
/ 3
/ 1
Median home price this year: N/A Median home price last year: $743,700
Median home price 5 yrs ago: $752,500
% change since last year: N/A
% change since 5 years ago: -1%
Avg single family tax bill:
$9,740
Transportation
Rail info: (T stops, commuter rail stops)
Concord (Fitchburg/South Acton Line)
West Concord (Fitchburg/South Acton Line)
Subway info:
subway
Bus lines:
bus
Miles to Boston:
20
Drive time to Boston (minutes):
33
Rail time to Boston:
48
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RECENT LISTING
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$719,000
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Concord Riverwalk - Only 3 units remain! This home is located in the upper Damon Court. This is a new neighborhood of 13 homes w/in walking distance of W Concord Center. Open, ingenious flr plans that celebrate life & light while minimizing waste. High-quality craftsmanship & finishes combine w/modern amenities to create charming, high-performance homes that fit & feel just right. Footpaths to the Assabet River, inviting porches, & lovely grounds create a sence of cohesion, safety & community.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$719,000
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Concord Riverwalk - Only 3 units remain! This home is located in the upper Damon Court. This is a new neighborhood of 13 homes w/in walking distance of W Concord Center. Open, ingenious flr plans that celebrate life & light while minimizing waste. High-quality craftsmanship & finishes combine w/modern amenities to create charming, high-performance homes that fit & feel just right. Footpaths to the Assabet River, inviting porches, & lovely grounds create a sence of cohesion, safety & community.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$899,000
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Meticulously maintained newer home(2007), many custom features, granite, cherry cabinets, tile, stone, stainless appliances, pocket doors, short walk to vibrant downtown West Concord, and Rideout field. Private fenced in yard, huge 3rd floor playroom or office space with sky lights,
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$889,000
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Quality Arts and Crafts residence offers old world charm with all the modern conveniences for today, located on a coveted street steps to W. Concord , trains, shops, school. New open concept kitchen , soap stone counters, top of the line appliances, updated bathrooms, rich detail, beautiful woodwork, plus a rare treat yard with curved deck, stone walls, terrace, wooden round hot tub, screened gazebo, fire pit and sunken trampoline, the house, the location, the condition and the lot is unbeatable
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$799,500
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This architect-designed contemporary home is situated in a great family neighborhood at the end of a cul-de-sac, and a short 10 minute walk to West Concord center. The open-concept interior features a large chef's kitchen, 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, a fireplace, recessed lighting, hardwood floors and an elegant master suite. A total of 40 Andersen windows provide abundant light and a connection to the serene wooded setting. The partially finished basement has 600 additional s.f. for expansion!
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TYPE:
Land
PRICE:
$272,500
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$349,000
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Materpiece Theatre Lifestyle Living in this modern Victorian Duplex Condo loaded with SUN, personality and charm. A wonderful home to impress friends and family while entertaining in the OPEN and airy living area. Renovated kitchen, newer baths, gorgeous hardwood floors and HIGH ceilings. BONUS 800 square feet on 3rd floor.QUICK walk to West Concord Village, Train, shops, restaurants, and library. Side Portico entry with new driveway and lovely private side yard. Lots up upgrades and renovation.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$399,000
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Almost-new sunniest cathedral sunroom off of the gourmet kitchen is the icing on the cake of this well constructed 3 bedroom 1 and 1/2 bath home with quality wood floors everywhere, fireplaced living room, gorgeous lawn abutting Rogers park conservation land, huge basement with high ceilings for potential familyroom, the greatest deck for large summer parties to spill onto the luxury lawn. Close to West Concord Village with the train, shops, Fowler library, and restaurants. Concord Opportunity.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$349,000
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Romantic Victorian Home with modern everything! Gorgeous high ceilings with lots and lots of windows for sunny views in every room. Check out the exceptional eat in kitchen and lovely dining room. The living room offers plenty of room for casual and formal living. The 3 generous bedrooms on the second floor with bannister to 800+ square feet of unfinished space offer investment opportunity. A quick walk to the train and coffee or shops, restaurants and library make this home a best bet!
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$263,500
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European flair and a nice kitchen set this two bedroom condo apartment apart from others.The arrangement of living dining and kitchen allows for open flow and conversation. An outside balcony, a utility storage area and washer/dryer within the unit make it easy to not have to leave home. However with pool and tennis and lovely grounds to enjoy there are plenty of reasons to venture forth. Amenities within the area include markets. drugstore, library, PO, commuter rail, hardware and fine eateries
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$649,000
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Investment opportunity for property with multiple options for use. Currently 2 family, rented, stable tenants. 2500 sq ft additional building for workshop and/or office space. Walk to commuter train, shopping. Could be converted back to single family home. Lots going on in West Concord over the next few years. Great opportunity to be part of the growth!
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TYPE:
Land
PRICE:
$1,499,000
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RARE OPPORTUNITY! Want to create something special in the West Concord Village? Call today!
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