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Holyoke

The City of Holyoke is located by the Connecticut River where the first of several dams was constructed in 1848 to take advantage of a 57-foot drop in the river level.  The water power created by the dam was transferred to new industrial sites along 7.5 miles of hand dug canals.  At one point, more than 25 paper mills were in operation in Holyoke, annually producing the greatest tonnage of paper of any city in the world.  Although only one company continues to manufacture paper, the dam, canals and much of the industrial and commercial architecture remain intact. 


Owing to the city's excellent location at the junction of Routes I-90 and I-91, the reuse of many buildings has proved to be economically feasible.   The game of volleyball was invented in 1895 by William G. Morgan at the Holyoke YMCA and the city is rightly claimed to be the "Birthplace of Volleyball". Recreational attractions include the Volleyball Hall of Fame, the Wistariahurst Museum and the Children's Museum, and Holyoke Heritage State Park where the former Mt. Park Merry-Go-Round is permanently housed.  The State Park also hosts  "Celebrate Holyoke", an annual three-day event which brings visitors from around the region to enjoy nationally known performers.  Residents feel Holyoke is rightfully described as "The Best City by a Dam Site."

School System Info

MCAS Ranking (of 351 towns) in State:

10th Grade Math:

168  

 

10th Grade Eng:

169  

 

8th Grade Math:

186  

 

8th Grade Eng:

189  

 

8th Grade Science:

187  

 

4th Grade Math:

237  

 

4th Grade Eng:

237  

 

Spending/Student:

$9,872

Average SAT scores:

1430

Student/Teacher Ratios:

11.4 to 1

 

 

Community

Population:39,737 Median Income in town: $37,235 Population Density:
(people per square mile)

1877

 

 

Crime Rate (per 1000 residents):

Property: 70.7 / 1,000
Violent: 12.1 / 1,000

 

Real Estate

Number of active:

Singles/Condos/Multis: 112 / 13 / 37

Median home price this year: N/A Median home price last year:

$169,500

Median home price 5 yrs ago:

$163,000

% change since last year:

N/A

% change since 5 years ago:

4%

Avg single family tax bill:

$0

 

Transportation

Rail info: (T stops, commuter rail stops)

N/A

Subway info:

N/A

Bus lines:

N/A

Miles to Boston:

96

Drive time to Boston (minutes):

97

Rail time to Boston:

N/A

 

 

RECENT LISTING

TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$329,900

 



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$169,900

This classic home built in 1910 has been the recipient of some wonderful updating. Two full baths, both tiled and with all new fixtures, original "picture frame" hard wood floors that shine, and a bright new kitchen with sliders to the back deck and fully fenced-in yard top the list of renovations. Behind the scenes - new wiring, new plumbing, and a new furnace, plus a large basement with room for both storage and a workshop. Conveniently located with plenty of space to garden and play.  



TYPE:

Multi-Family

PRICE:

$149,900

This is a very nice 2 family with a nice private yard new electric,new bath and kitchen in cellar, new kitchen inboth apartments modern baths, hardwood floors throughoutvery well maintained, move in condition.  



TYPE:

Multi-Family

PRICE:

$59,500

being offered in "as is condition"  



TYPE:

Multi-Family

PRICE:

$124,900

Two beautiful, mixed use buildings and a vacant lot consisting 9 residential units and 3,500 square feet of commercial space with off street parking. High occupancy rates. Prime location close to public transportation, local amenities, and major routes. Exciting opportunity for passive investors or owner/users to acquire a 100% fee simple interest in this solid investment. Great upside potential.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$179,900

Dead end street and private, yet close to all amenities. This 8 rooom, 4 bedroom, 2 full bath colonial boasts beautiful natural woodwork and stained glass in the typical Victorian style. Fenced in yard meticulously maintained. Roof two years new, updated to circuit breakers. Easy maintenance and move in ready.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$174,800

Close to I-91, this charmer is renovated with insulation, 2 zone split air cs, remodeled kitchen with island and granite, new sunroom with southern exposure, hardwood floors, built-in bookcases and natural woodwork. A huge bonus is the heated, carpeted artist studio with new roof in the backyard. Garage has entry to the clean, freshly painted basement with charming circular stairway. The landscaping is all new with lighting, walkways, gutter system and driveway. Just move in!  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$159,900

Let the light shine in!! Bright and airy kitchen with skylights and garden window and living room with new picture window! Hardwood floors throughout! Many updates have been done in the past 10 years to include roof, driveway, updated 100 amp electrical panel, gutters, boiler and hot water converted to natural gas! Brand new concrete walkway and steps welcome you in to this wonderful home! One car attached garage. Low maintenance yard. Great location minutes from major routes. Call NOW!  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$58,500

3 BEDROOM, 1 BAT COLONIAL WITH DETACHED GARAGE. HUD CASE #251-368168. INSURED PROPERTY. BEING SOLD AS IS.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$149,900

A DIAMOND IN THE ROUGH. Nearly 1500 sq ft 3 bedroom farmhouse needing some work and cosmetic improvements but has had major updates of windows, roof, siding, most wiring & plumbing completed in the past 6 years. Bring your imagination and your creative flair! Set upon 1.5 private acres amidst mature birch and oak trees in a country setting of West Holyoke - just minutes to I-91 and MA Pike. Lots to offer for the price!  



TYPE:

Multi-Family

PRICE:

$119,900

This large Vinyl sided two family has extra finished rooms on the third floor  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$169,000

Looking for a charming home in the Holyoke Highland area? This one is ready for you to move right in! Remodeled over the past ten years with new boiler in 2005. Newer upgrades also include circuit breakers, insulation, windows, baths and a great kitchen. All done while retaining the old world charm of this era. Walk up attic with shelving for storage, wrap around front porch and private fenced backyard. Don't miss out on this gem.  



TYPE:

Multi-Family

PRICE:

$139,900

Looking for a decent 2-Family in a nice convenient area at a bargain price? We're looking for a quick sale! Let's get together and check it out! Original single family converted in 1987 has all modern separate utilities including circuit breakers, efficient gas boilers/water heaters & interesting 2nd floor Townhouse unit w/finished heated attic/open loft from kitchen below. Opportunity priced for savvy owner occupied or investor purchase with good rental income potential. Available immediately.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$144,900

Gas conversion professionally installed May '12, so hook into Holyoke G&E for lower bills. Living room, fml dining room plus a bonus room! '10 boiler replacement, '08 roof replacement, new carpet in bedrooms, new tub, new cedar paneling. Updated kitchen w/ Corian sink. 2 enclosed porches, sliders to a deck, fenced yard w/ perrenials. Part fin. basement. Light in every room, 2-minute walk to brand new Community Park. Affordable to maintain/heat. This one surely will not last at this price!  



TYPE:

Condo

PRICE:

$104,900

FIRST FLOOR LIVING SURE IS CONVENIENT! CORNER UNIT RIGHT NEAR THE POOL W/SLIDER OFF THE LIVING ROOM TO A PARTIALLY ENCLOSED .PATIO . ALL THE APPLIANCES WILL REMAIN. CLOSE TO RT. 91,HCC,NOHO AND READY FOR YOU TO MOVE IN. THE BEST PRICE AT CHERRY HILL TOO!  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$199,900

Lovely 7 Room Colonial.....3 bedrms, 1.5 bath, rec room with bar, beautiful wood floors, fireplace in livingroom, and a one car garage. Move-in condition. All this and a great neighborhood too!  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$179,900

Come see this lovely move in ready ranch conveniently located close to I-91 North and South. This well maintained home featured an updated kitchen with newer flooring, countertops, and a subway back splash. Hardwood Flooring throughout, a den and bright sun room and a partially finished basement allow for ample space. An Over sized one car garage, a fenced in back yard, and lovely landscaping adds to the charm of this home.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$310,000

Welcome to your new home! Classic and elegant is the way you will describe this light filled south facing Colonial. Thoughtfully updated while retaining all the beautiful original features you expect. Grand front to back living room with fireplace, built-ins and window seat along with formal dining room with built in corner hutch. Fully winterized sunroom on the first floor and family room on the third offers lots of options. Beautifully landscaped yard, with fenced rear yard and patio.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$165,000

Well cared for one owner home. This home features 4 bedrooms, oversized bathroom, fireplace and the option to have the washer and dryer on the main level or in the basement. If you like storage this is the house for you. This corner lot ranch offers updates of a brand new roof and newer harvey windows All appliances to remain and the refrigerator and dishwasher are brand new. A partially finished basement offers a bonus room. An enclosed screened porch off the kitchen for your enjoyment.  



TYPE:

Multi-Family

PRICE:

$139,900

Neat, attractive and affordable Three-Family in convenient Springdale location close to park and all area amenities. Many recent improvements including newer roof, vinyl windows, updated kitchens/baths, hardwood floors and more. All separate utilities with efficient gas heat and hot water systems and circuit breakers(but no owner's panel). Also oversized lot with paved drive and nice side yard. Great opportunity for owner-occupied or investor purchase at such a realistic price.  






 

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