Compare to another town

The Town of Natick is a suburban industrial center located on the upper basin of the Charles and Concord Rivers with an extensive complex of ponds. The town was from earliest Colonial days a prime target for development, possessing as it did good agricultural land, fish runs and water power. Established in 1650 on the Charles River, Natick had the first and the largest Indian praying town in the colonies, one that became a model for all other attempts to inculcate European standards into Indians.
John Eliot, the great missionary, secured a charter of 6,000 acres for the Indians and converted them to Christianity. Unfortunately, Natick's Indian population was forcibly resettled on Deer Island during the King Philip's war and essentially never returned. In Colonial days, Natick was an agricultural community with some orchards and some lumbering. Grist and sawmills were established and Indian ownership and control gave way to white dominance between 1676 and 1776. Local tradition claims that several loads of Natick men shipped out to the California gold rush in 1849 and 1850, returning with enough capital to start independent businesses in the town. The shoe industry dominated the community by the early 19th century, with the first shoe sole manufacturer established in 1827 and shoes shipped to the southern and western markets by 1830.
The town's products, including baseballs manufactured in Natick, were shipped to Boston on the Boston and Worcester Railroad. The town saw rapid growth including an Irish, English, Nova Scotian, Italian and Armenian immigrant population which came to take jobs in the shoe plants and by the 1880's, Natick was the third largest shoe production community in the country. In modern times, Natick has become an industrial Boston-oriented suburban community with heavy strip development on Route 9.
|
School System Info
MCAS Ranking (of 351 towns) in State:
10th Grade Math: |
49 |
|
10th Grade Eng: |
45 |
|
8th Grade Math: |
50 |
|
8th Grade Eng: |
61 |
|
8th Grade Science: |
65 |
|
4th Grade Math: |
34 |
|
4th Grade Eng: |
18 |
|
Spending/Student:
$8,620
Average SAT scores:
1593
Student/Teacher Ratios:
13 to 1
Community
Population:31,975 Median Income in town: $89,689 Population Density: (people per square mile)
Crime Rate (per 1000 residents):
Property: 21 / 1,000
Violent: 0.8 / 1,000
Real Estate
Number of active:
Singles/Condos/Multis:
93
/ 54
/ 9
Median home price this year: N/A Median home price last year: $424,000
Median home price 5 yrs ago: $425,000
% change since last year: N/A
% change since 5 years ago: N/A
Avg single family tax bill:
$4,727
Transportation
Rail info: (T stops, commuter rail stops)
Natick (Framingham/Worcester Line) West Natick (Framingham/Worcester Line)
Subway info:
N/A
Bus lines:
N/A
Miles to Boston:
23
Drive time to Boston (minutes):
32
Rail time to Boston:
48
|
RECENT LISTING
|
|
|
TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$145,000
|
Deerfield Forest, one bedroom, penthouse corner unit, ideally located in the rear. Sliders from the bedroom lead to a private balcony overlooking woodlands. Cathedral ceiling in the living room. Updated HVAC. Association pool, hot tub, exercise room, club house and tennis courts. Short walk to the West Natick train station.
|
|
|
TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$363,000
|
Classic Cape in sought after neighborhood close to Dug Pond and High School! Home features newly refinished Hardwood Floors on all three levels. Bright, open eat in Kitchen features built in China Cabinet, New Stove and Dishwasher with ample Cabinetry. Freshly painted Interior, Newer Windows, Finished Basement and Laundry on LL. Beautiful level lot has mature Landscaping and Plantings. Gas Heat too! Washer and Dryer included. Wonderful opportunity to own in fabulous Natick!!!
|
|
|
TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$550,000
|
Here is a chance to own a custom built young colonial with 7 rooms 3 bed and 2.5 baths. The 1st floor has a floor plan that includes an eat in kitchen, large dining room and living/family room that leads to a beautiful deck and private yard, half bath, hardwood floors and ceramic tile.The 2nd floor offers 3 large bedrooms with one being a master suite with full bath and a family full bath.Exterior features include 100" stone wall. A 2 car garage adds storage and parking. Closed circiut security
|
|
|
TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$210,000
|
GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO FIX UP THIS 3 BEDROOM RANCH IN A POPULAR NATICK NEIGHBORHOOD. THE EXTERIOR IS IN AVERAGE CONDITION. THE INTERIOR NEEDS SUBSTANTIAL REPAIR AND HAS HUGE POTENTIAL. CLOSE TO NATICK TRAIN STATION, YOU WILL LOVE THE LOCATION. GREAT BACK YARD WITH PATIO FOR ENTERAINING. BEST SUITED FOR A CASH BUYER. This is a Fannie Mae HomePath property. Investor offers will be entertained after 06/09/2012.
|
|
|
TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$259,000
|
Open House Sunday 5-27-12...12pm-2 pm,Come an make an appoitment to see this updated Ranch...New Hardwood,New Windows,New Stove, New Dishwasher,New Microwave,New Granite Countertops,New Boiler,Central Air Conditioning,Side Street close to major routes,Can close quickly,Screened in Porch...Easy to Show
|
|
|
TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$650,000
|
Enjoy the serenity of this lovely young contemporary colonial. Nicely flowing, open floor plan, high ceilings, and plenty of natural light. Located in one of Natick's most popular neighborhoods. Master with full bath and walk in closet. First floor bedroom and full bath. Walking distance to Ben Hem, Wilson schools; convenient to Cochituate State Park, major routes, shopping, and area amenities. Enjoy nature from the patio in your expansive, private, fenced backyard. Home Warranty included.
|
|
|
TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$229,000
|
Updated 2 bedroom/2 bath Natick Green Condo with patio adjacent to back yard.Improvements include designer kitchen with newer cabinets, granite countertop & backsplash.Side by side refrigerator.Impressive marble flooring,tile surround in bath with extended stone vanity top, jacuzzi in master bath,Central AC,in unit washer/dryer,walk in closets.Close proximity to many fine restaurants,shops,entertainment, "T" station, Mass Pike, Rts 9,30 & Natick Collection.
|
|
|
TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$609,000
|
Gorgeous Garrison professionally landscaped in a neighborhood surrounded by beautiful homes. This well kept property boasts a sparkling in-ground pool in a private back yard setting. Bonus room over garage enhances the master bedroom & can be used as an office, excercise area or sitting room with a large walk-in closet. Bright, heated sun room off kitchen overlooks the back yard leading to a beautiful deck. Large 450 square foot finished basement .Very popular neighborhood. Seeing is believing!
|
|
|
TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$719,900
|
NEW CONSTRUCTION on pre-existing foundation-energy-star rated home in a convenient, family neighborhood where you can walk to Natick Center,commuter rail,restaurants,art center,library & playground. 1st floor - a fabulous kitchen w/soft close cabinets & granite counters, a large front to back family room w/gas fireplace, a dining room w/wainscotting & a 1/2 bath. 2nd floor has master bedroom suite w/bath, 3 more bedrooms, family bath and laundry. All overlooking a nice & private backyard.
|
|
|
TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$309,900
|
Cream puff Pelham cape in West Natick, walking distance to schools, train and playground, perfect starter home-many updates throughout including roof 2010, furnace, electric service, H20 heater, Vinyl siding . .plus room to expand!! Floating hardwood floors in hall & 2nd bedroom, lovely tile bath, Nicely updated e/i kitchen w lots of cabinets, open living room w/ brick fireplace overlooking flat level corner lot! Great home!!
|
|
|
TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$825,000
|
BETTER THAN NEW-One year old 4 Bedroom, 3 1/2 Bath, Colonial in desired Pheasant Hollow Neighborhood-Oversized Living Room with Fireplace-Kitchen with Stainless Steel Appliances, Granite Countertops, and Hardwood Floors-Master Suite includes walk in closet, and Full Bath with Double Sinks-Hardwood Floors throughout house including all Bedrooms-Second Floor Laundry Room-Large Family Room with Full Bath in Basement-Deck Overlooking backyard-Convenient Commuter Location.
|
|
|
TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$180,000
|
Natick for $180,000, well under assessed value, and in move in condition. This nicely appointed home is a good condo alternative, starter home, or downsizing opportunity. Kitchen side door and family room slider opens to a nice deck and yard for summer grilling and outdoor entertainment. Seller is gifting new dishwasher, new washer & dryer, and like new 6 mo. old refrigerator to the buyer. Located on the Natick/Wayland line, this home is a commuter's dream to the Pike and Rt.128. Not a drive-by.
|
|
|
TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$434,000
|
OH Sun 12-2 Large Full Basement Cape, HW Floors & High Ceilings, fireplace & bow windows in Living & Dining Rooms. Large Eat in Kitchen w/Granite Counters, ceramic floor & enough cabinets to please anyone. 4 Large bedrooms with GREAT closets. Master Bedroom has a large closet, bathroom w/jetted tub, shower, beautiful vanity, marble floor & Dressing Room. Large Deck, private Backyard, Finished Basement....All Systems, Doors, Windows updated, recently painted, new carpet in the Family Room.
|
|
|
TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$430,000
|
UPDATED Contemporary in Fabulous Neighborhood Near Wellesely Line ** Hardwoods Throughout ** Gorgeous, Spacious Living Room w/ Spectacular Windows ** Same Level 4th Bedroom or Office ** Good-Sized Bedrooms ** Playroom in Finish. LL ** Relax on Your Large Screened Porch Off Kitchen ** 5 Year Young Roof ** Other Updates in Last 7 Years Incl: Windows ? Garage Door ? Hot Water Heater ? Shed & MORE ** Great Yard and Wonderful Cul-de-Sac Location ** And Still Convenient to Everything ** WELCOME HOME!
|
|
|
TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$899,000
|
Wonderful home in great South Natick location. 9 rooms, 4 bedrooms, 2.1 baths, 2-car garage. Park like setting offers over two level acres! Gourmet Kitchen, finished lower level with home theater and office. Freshly painted. Just minutes to shopping, and train.
|
|
|
TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$189,000
|
Seller will pay 6 months HOA fees at closing. Natick Green 2 BR condo with washer/dryer in unit. Rear facing with balcony overlooking professional landscape. Updated kitchen with granite counter tops. Lighted tennis courts, swimming pool, walk to West Natick MBTA commuter rail station. Newer upgraded windows, slider, water heater, kitchen appliances, lights and A/C unit. Storage area. Close to many fine restaurants, shopping, Natick Collection, Mass Pike, Rte. 9 and Natick Center. Call today!
|
|
|
TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$325,000
|
Fabulous location w/easy access to major routes. Easy to show. New carpet. Fireplace living room. LR & DR have Bay Windows. MBR w/1/2 bath. Eat in kitchen w/oak cabinets. Fabulous yard w/sprinkler system and many flowering plants and shrubs. Garage w/pulldown for great storage. New Roof, most windows new, new circuit breakers. Furnace has been cleaned and serviced. Washer & Dryer Hookup. House Fan to Cool House. Ready to move in and update kitchen appliances and baths at your leisure. .
|
|
|
TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$134,900
|
New to the market beautiful one bedroom top floor rear unit at Natick Village with remodeled bathroom. Unit gets plenty of natural sunlight. Enjoy use of the excellent amenities including swimming pool, tennis court, gym, steam room, and full locker room. Perfect commuter location is just minutes from Rt.9, Rt.30, and Mass Pike, and directory across the street from West Natick Commmuter Rail Station. Unit/Complex gets strong rents!
|
|
|
TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$449,900
|
Welcome home! One of Natick's Most Desirable Neighborhoods.Fantastic Curb appeal,Walk to Beach & Brand New State of the Art 90 million dollar HS.Enjoy this quiet neighborhood,Large cedar fenced in yard,Newer Storage Shed,Prof landscaped lawn,large driveway.Great open living room perfect for entertaining,Walk out to back finished 3 season porch with doggy door for pet owners.Perfect home & neighborhood for you & your family.MOTIVATED SELLERS!
|
|
|
TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$489,000
|
TOTALLY REDONE IN 1995, SOARING CEILINGS, RECESSED LIGHTS, NEWER WINDOWS. ENTERTAINING DECK IS OFF THE MODERN KITCHEN WITH SKYLIGHT. NEW AND STYLISHED BATH WITH BANBOO FLOOR, WIRED SPEAKERS THROUGHOUT, BEAUTIFUL LOT, QUIET EAST NATICK NEIGHBOURHOOD, CUL-DE-SAC-WELLESLEY LINE! THE LOWER ROOM HAS A BEDROOM, FAMILY ROOM AND LIBRARY/PLAY ROOM. FANTASTIC HOUSE, DO NOT MISS!
|
|
|