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Leicester

Leicester recently recognized that there will be certain spill-over effects of regional growth, particularly since this is an abutting community to the City of Worcester, and at the town meeting overwhelmingly passed critical zoning changes that would be conducive to second level industries such as machine tooling, plastics, and hardware products for the high-tech and bio-tech companies.  These companies will find somewhat less expensive land and a lowered amount of competition for acceptable parcels.   Large areas of the community are covered by lakes, ponds and streams.  There is a high percentage of land holdings in the town owned by public entities which have reserved them for water supply or airport purposes. This provides an opportunity for regional recreational development.  Trails for hiking, equestrian and biking use which link across the whole region are being extensively developed. 


In addition, historic pride is taken into account as Leicester seeks inclusion in the Blackstone National Heritage Corridor, a significant recognized National Park Service historic project.  Leicester serves a need within the region for passive recreation, a vital component of the quality of life of the region's citizens living, working and touring the area and will continue to do so in the future.  Leicester has lost hundreds of manufacturing positions as the textile industry disappeared.  It is clear that Leicester continues to depend upon Worcester, the second largest city in the Commonwealth, as a source of employment for its residents.  The retail trade and service industries appear to offer the opportunities for realistic expansion of the present employment base.  It is also clear, however, that the economic strengths of the greater Worcester economy both now and with its growth potential over the next few decades will serve to buttress the needs of Leicester in terms of available jobs for its residents and further will likely cause the expansion of Leicester's commercial and industrial base with small firms functioning in relation to the needs of industry and the region.                         

School System Info

MCAS Ranking (of 351 towns) in State:

10th Grade Math:

135  

 

10th Grade Eng:

114  

 

8th Grade Math:

140  

 

8th Grade Eng:

38  

 

8th Grade Science:

64  

 

4th Grade Math:

151  

 

4th Grade Eng:

171  

 

Spending/Student:

$7,046

Average SAT scores:

1454

Student/Teacher Ratios:

14.1 to 1

 

 

Community

Population:10,982 Median Income in town: $76,887 Population Density:
(people per square mile)

470

 

 

Crime Rate (per 1000 residents):

Property: 10.9 / 1,000
Violent: 1.2 / 1,000

 

Real Estate

Number of active:

Singles/Condos/Multis: 69 / 8 / 5

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

$197,750

Median home price 5 yrs ago:

$253,000

% change since last year:

N/A

% change since 5 years ago:

-28%

Avg single family tax bill:

$2,565

 

Transportation

Rail info: (T stops, commuter rail stops)

N/A

Subway info:

N/A

Bus lines:

N/A

Miles to Boston:

55

Drive time to Boston (minutes):

66

Rail time to Boston:

N/A

 

 

RECENT LISTING

TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$274,900

Young Colonial on 1.23 acres With Open floor plan and Large Family room . Combo Living rm and Dining rm w/ French doors to Large deck. Also French doors from Family rm to deck A Nice Home for Entertaining. Upstairs 3 Bedrooms, Master with Large walk in Closet and Bath . All bedrooms w/Wall to Wall . Nice back yard with Pool and Play area for Kids . Minutes to Worcester and Kettle Brook Golf course, With town assessment at $ 331,900 and a list price of $ 274,900..Worth showing your buyers!!  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$169,000

The beauty of yesterday! This short sale near Leicester Centre is an antique farmhouse with lots of charm. Home is set on 2.5 acres and has town sewer and town water. Many special architectual details that needs to be seen to be appreciated. The home has newer windows, updated bathroom with SPA TUB, as well as a newer boiler and insulation. HW floors throughout & walk-up attic. Lots of storage!!! Antique lovers---this may be for you! More pictures coming. Not far from the public schools.  



TYPE:

Condo

PRICE:

$69,900

APPROVED AT 70,000!!! HERE IT IS, THE PLACE YOU'VE BEEN SEARCHING FOR! YOU'LL LOVE THIS AFFORDABLE, 2-BEDROOM CONDO, WHAT A GREAT PLACE TO START! COME FALL IN LOVE W/THIS CONDO! BEAUTIFUL FIREPLACE IN THE LIVING RM, LG KITCHEN W/BAR STOOLS,, OPEN FLOOR PLAN GREAT FOR ENTERTAINING, LAUNDRY IN FULL BATH! WONDERFUL BALCONY TO RELAX ON! NEW WINDOWS, NEW HOT WATER TANK, NEWER STOVE & DISHWASHER, NOTHING TO DO HERE BUT MOVE IN! CALL NOW THIS WON'T LAST! WHY RENT WHEN YOU CAN OWN!  



TYPE:

Multi-Family

PRICE:

$185,000

Live rent free here!!!. Large two story unit on left side has potential to expand to three bedrooms. Spacious second floor rear unit also has expansion possibilities and access to a great deck overlooking large private rear yard. Property currently rented to with no leases. Rents could definately be higher. On the busline. Town water and sewer. New vinyl siding 2006. Mostly all new windows.Two new furances 2007. New roof just installed. Lot of upgrades done.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$165,000

Here's your chance at cul-de-sac living! We have an approved short sale on this raised ranch that needs some new owners to give it some love! Public water/sewer, newer roof (5 years ago), 2 full baths, HUGE shady backyard, quiet street and two fireplaces! Lower level has the possibility for an in-law with a kitchenette. Give it some updates inside and you'll have a NICE HOUSE! Great area of Leicester and an easy commute to 290! Don't wait! The bank has told us to SELL THIS HOUSE!!!  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$139,900

Nice starter 6 Room Cape. Versitile first floor has master bedroom, plus a den with closet which could be used as a dining room or possible 4th bedroom. Hardwood floors. Brand new forced hot water boiler. 1 Car garage, shed. Very private 1.66 acres of land.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$264,900

You will appreciate the thoughtfulness, quality, & craftsmanship evident in this like new custom home. The welcoming front Farmer porch is just the beginning! Its 2 x 6 construction for energy efficiency, beautiful hardwood floors throughout (with tile bath floors), granite counters/vanities in kitchen & baths, plus upgraded lighting & fixtures make this special. Easy care composite decking, vinyl siding, & an irrigation system allow you to enjoy your home more & spend less time on maintenance.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$149,000

Adorable ranch style home with great curb appeal ! Cabinet packed kitchen with stone backsplash, breakfast bar area , open living room , updated bathrm, nice size bedrms, offering new roof ,replacement windows, updated electrical, 1 car garage, plus a beautiful yard with flowring shrubs. This charming home is waiting for you to call your own. DONT MISS THIS ONE !  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$279,900

Perfect lakeside retreat!! This home has magnificent water views of Cedar Meadow Lake!! You can enjoy water skiing, swimming, fishing, ice skating and more!! Recent kitchen updates, wrap around deck and a fireplaced living room with spectacular water views.. Enjoy every sunset from your deck.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$45,000

Great location for your next project ! ~ Home is a tear down~Build your dream home~ Good central location~ Garage is in decent condition, but roof is in need of repair. Proof of funds is required with offers~ No changes to P & S. 48 Hours to sign. Property Sold As Is. ALL OFFERS MUST BE SUBMITTED BY THE BUYERS AGENT VIA OFFERSUBMISSION.COM, ID# 683233. RESPONSE BY NEXT BUSINESS DAY. NO PAPERWORK REQUIRED UNTIL TERMS ACCEPTED. BUYER PAYS $300 FEE AT CLOSING.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$185,000

Wonderful 1786 home near the center of town is a beauty! Wide pine floors and original detailing thoughout. Gorgeous barn board cathdraled family room was added 25 yrs. ago. Ornate fireplaces. Full walk out lower level. Large drive under garages. Most windows updated. Furnace, oil tank and roof updated .Cathedraled bath with skylight and beam. Formal dining with built ins. This is a wonderful warm and inviting home with all the charm and character of yesteryear and lovingly cared for.  



TYPE:

Land

PRICE:

$465,000

Desirable route 9 location next to police station and near center of town. Great location for a small mall or business with lots of drive by traffic.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$279,900

Mint 3 bedroom 2 bath cape with new kitchen, granite and stainless appliances. Fireplace livingroom and family room with flu for pellet stove. Additional office on 2nd floor and exercise/craft room in lower level. Backyard has inground pool and cabana surrounded by a 2 level patio, and tool shed. Located on a country road with close proximity to major highways.You can't beat this for a place to come home to!  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$121,900

ANTIQUE COLONIAL WHICH BOASTS LOTS OF CHARACTER THROUGHOUT. HRDWDS. 2 STORY FOYR. LARGE RMS, HIGH CEILINGS, NEEDS LOTS OF TLC BUT THIS COULD BE RESTORED TO ITS FORMER GLORY! This is a Fannie Mae HomePath Property. Purchase this property for as little as 3% down. This property is approved for HomePath Renovation Mortgage Financing. No investor offers for first 15 DOM or until 5/18/2012. Agents: Fannie Mae requires that all offers be submitted on their website. See firm remarks.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$1,375,000

30 ACRE ESTATE with two houses..Main house bulit in 1902 . New England Colonial,gorgeous period woodwork,hardwood floors,classic moldings.Center hall staircase grand foyer.Formal Dr with built ins.Two sun porches. Period kitchen with butlers pantry, vintage built in ice box. Lg Fp master bedroom with walk in closet. Circular driveway.Vintage house needs some updates to make it a show place.Gate house a 1600 sq ft Cape 3Bdr 2 Ba Fp Lr for in law or guest house with recent paint and carpet.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$205,000

**SOLID, well Maintained & great Location **3-4 Bedrms. Tons of closets; Sparkling hardwoods; Lg.Eat in Kit plus a Diningrm w/ sliders to a 3 season room. Sprawling livgrm w/ Firepl/ sliders to another covered porch. Second fl. has a full bath, lg. open space w/ a skylight fantastic game rm, library, or office; Full basement walk-out. Huge Yard / shed. Appliances included. *Seller to install septic. Minutes to access major highway. BRING OFFERS! QUICK CLOSING!  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$575,000

180' of Waterfront on Cedar Meadow, a full rec. lake. Stunning 12 room cape is secluded on over 12.5 acres, and has 500'paved drive to tranquility. This expansive home has hardwds and ceramic through out, and features large fp fam.rm, formal liv. rm, spacious 1st flr. mstr bdrm, sunrm and din. rm overlooking the lake, and lrge kit. w/ stainless appliances. 2nd flr offers 3 more bdrms and exercise rm or office and 2nd full bath. 4 zone Buderus boiler,New septic in 2009 and more.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$160,900

HUGE REDUCTION!! Come and see this wonderful home, New roof, new rugs, freshly painted, in-law setup is an added bonus. Home features a large master bedroom with master bath and is priced well bellow assessed value! Bank of America pre-qualification or proof of funds required with all offers. Property Sold As Is.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$234,900

Country colonial offers open floor plan for entertaining. Large kitchen with hardwood floors/center island opens to the diningroom with gleaming hardwood floors.Updates include Newer Roof, Marvin Windows, Hardwood Floors, Harmon Pellet Stove, Electrical and Plumbing have been updated. Home is walking distance to the center of town and sits on over an acre of land. Not a Short Sale or Foreclosure - Quick Close Possible!!  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$189,900

Wonderfully kept Cape Cod home offering 3-4 bedrooms with room for 2nd bath to be added. Formal dining with hardwoods/ Atruims to large private deck overlooking rear yard. Oak kitchen with solid surface counters. $30,000 of upgrades from past storm damage on second floor and roof completed. Tied into town sewage. Town water available but on a/w now. This property is also zoned for business use so if you have a home occupation or business this is the ideal spot.  






 

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