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The Town of Palmer is made up of four separate and distinct villages; Depot Village, Thorndike Village, Three Rivers and Bondsville. There are four separate water districts, three separate fire departments and four separate village centers. In addition, there are some agricultural areas. The villages began to develop their distinctive characters in the 18th century, and by the 19th century when two rail lines and a trolley line opened the town to population growth, newcomers generally migrated to the village that appealed to them.
John King was the first settler in Palmer, building his home in 1716 on the banks of the Chicopee River. He was followed by a large group of Scottish-Irish Presbyterians who arrived and put down their roots in 1727. Depot Village has been the main commercial and business center for 125 years. Bondsville is the site of much of the town's industry, beginning in the 18th century when the first saw and grist mills were established.
By 1825, textile production began in town with a woolen mill. The Blanchard Scythe Factory, Wright Wire Woolen Mills and the Holden-Fuller Woolen Mills developed major industrial capacity in Palmer and constructed a large amount of workers housing. By 1900 a company like Boston Duck which made heavy cotton fabric, had housed 500 employees in the town in workers housing which remains as part of the town fabric.
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School System Info
MCAS Ranking (of 351 towns) in State:
10th Grade Math: |
150 |
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10th Grade Eng: |
139 |
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8th Grade Math: |
165 |
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8th Grade Eng: |
128 |
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8th Grade Science: |
135 |
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4th Grade Math: |
178 |
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4th Grade Eng: |
190 |
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Spending/Student:
$7,505
Average SAT scores:
1451
Student/Teacher Ratios:
12.3 to 1
Community
Population:12,849 Median Income in town: $43,055 Population Density:
(people per square mile)
Crime Rate (per 1000 residents):
Property: 19.6 / 1,000
Violent: 3.3 / 1,000
Real Estate
Number of active:
Singles/Condos/Multis:
4
/ 11
/ 2
Median home price this year: N/A Median home price last year: $170,125
Median home price 5 yrs ago: $182,500
% change since last year: N/A
% change since 5 years ago: -7%
Avg single family tax bill:
$2,595
Transportation
Rail info: (T stops, commuter rail stops)
N/A
Subway info:
N/A
Bus lines:
N/A
Miles to Boston:
74
Drive time to Boston (minutes):
76
Rail time to Boston:
N/A
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RECENT LISTING
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$81,000
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WHy rent? When you can own & build equity. Riverbend Condo's are located right along the Swift River offering recreational activities. This very well maintained unit offers a galley kitchen with plenty of counter space, a spacious living room and dining area, and two good size bedrooms. Tons of storage; large closet and walk up attic. Conveniently located minutes from the mass pike and major routes. This unit won't last long at this price so, schedule a tour today.
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$165,000
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Large Duplex that has been well maintained. Great income producing property and easy access to all major routes.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$194,900
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Nicely maintained home with great wooded backyard. Inside this home you'll find hardwood floors thruout. Plenty of storage, large rooms and pull down stairs to attic. Enjoy sitting ont he the large screened in porch overlooking the backyard., 2 car attached garage with plenty of storage. Available for immediate occupancy! Many updates include recent architectural roof, newer furnace, updated 200 amp service panel and recently remodeled full bathroom
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$80,000
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Investors! Check out this well priced two family property. Needs some work...can be a real money maker for you! If your a first time buyer willing to do some work on a home, this might be for you.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$50,000
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Investors come take a look - this one needs lots of work, but has lots of potential. Great location!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$85,000
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You'll enjoy the private country location of this home, tucked away from the street on a gorgeous grassy lot with multiple sheds with electricity. The home is super economical to heat apo and with a little cosmetic touch up, it will be especially charming with wood floors and nice combination kitchen, dining, living. This is a mobile home with an addition. Come and see for yourself. Call today!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$69,900
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Sparkling, spacious 1200 sq. ft, 2 bedroom half duplex with 2 more rooms in walk up attic. Newer kitchen with raised oak cabinets,new refrigerator, recent replacement windows, newer light fixtures,new electric fireplace, 4 yr.old - 30yr architectural roof, enclosed porch new carpeting, new vinyl siding with insulation board! Good sized back yard. No condo fees. Why rent! Cash and some owner fininancing, conventional only. Broker/Owner. Bondsville, Palmer MA.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$64,000
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Well maintained one bedroom condo. Kitchen has newer counter tops and fully applianced with stove, refrigerator, diswasher, microwave, coffee maker and garbage disposal. Open floor plan with carpeted dining area and good size living room with guest closet. First floor laundry closet with washer/dryer included. Master bedroom with wall to wall carpeting and double closet. Extra storage closet outside entry door. Great buy that's ready to move into, quick closing.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$139,900
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Don't miss this opportunity to live on waterfront property at an affordable price. This unit is ready for you to pick your finishing touches to make it your own. Each unit has two bedrooms, 1.5 baths, a garage, central air, and more. The location offers quick access to the Mass Pike and the picturesque Quabbin Resrvoir. Walking and jogging trails on the other side of the river offer recreational opportunities. Set your appointment today.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$139,900
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Don't miss this opportunity to live on waterfront property at an affordable price. This unit is ready for you to pick your finishing touches to make it your own. Each unit has two bedrooms, 1.5 baths, a garage, central air, and more. The location offers quick access to the Mass Pike and the picturesque Quabbin Resrvoir. Walking and jogging trails on the other side of the river offer recreational opportunities. Call for your appointment today.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$99,900
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FINISH AND SAVE!! Don't miss this opportunity to live on waterfront property at an affordable price. Priced for an "as is" sale, this unit is ready for you to finish. Each unit has two bedrooms, 1.5 baths, a garage, central air, and more. The location offers quick access to the Mass Pike and the picturesque Quabbin Resrvoir. Walking and jogging trails on the other side of the river offer recreational opportunities. EASY TO SHOW, CALL TODAY.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$99,900
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FINISH AND SAVE!! Don't miss this opportunity to live on waterfront property at an affordable price. Priced for an "as is" sale, this unit is ready for you to finish. Each unit has two bedrooms, 1.5 baths, a garage, central air, and more. The location offers quick access to the Mass Pike and the picturesque Quabbin Resrvoir. Walking and jogging trails on the other side of the river offer recreational opportunities. EASY TO SHOW, CALL TODAY.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$99,900
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FINISH AND SAVE!! Don't miss this opportunity to live on waterfront property at an affordable price. Priced for an "as is" sale, this unit is ready for you to finish. Each unit has two bedrooms, 1.5 baths, a garage, central air, and more. The location offers quick access to the Mass Pike and the picturesque Quabbin Resrvoir. Walking and jogging trails on the other side of the river offer recreational opportunities. EASY TO SHOW, CALL TODAY.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$349,900
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Package Deal!! FINISH AND SAVE!! Don't miss this opportunity to live on waterfront property at an affordable price. Priced for an "as is" sale, this unit is ready for you to finish. Each unit has two bedrooms, 1.5 baths, a garage, central air, and more. The location offers quick access to the Mass Pike and the picturesque Quabbin Resrvoir. Walking and jogging trails on the other side of the river offer recreational opportunities. EASY TO SHOW, CALL TODAY.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$139,900
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Don't miss this opportunity to live on waterfront property at an affordable price. This unit is ready for you to pick your finishing touches to make it your own. Each unit has two bedrooms, 1.5 baths, a garage, central air, and more. The location offers quick access to the Mass Pike and the picturesque Quabbin Resrvoir. Walking and jogging trails on the other side of the river offer recreational opportunities. EASY TO SHOW!!
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$99,900
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FINISH AND SAVE!! Don't miss this opportunity to live on waterfront property at an affordable price. Priced for an "as is" sale, this unit is ready for you to finish. Each unit has two bedrooms, 1.5 baths, a garage, central air, and more. The location offers quick access to the Mass Pike and the picturesque Quabbin Resrvoir. Walking and jogging trails on the other side of the river offer recreational opportunities. EASY TO SHOW, CALL TODAY.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$62,000
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Why rent when you can own? Located along the Swift River, which serves as the boundary between Palmer and Belchertown, this garden unit boasts many amenities. The galley kitchen has ample counter space and cabinets. The main living room can be set up for a dining area and generous living space. There is also a washer/dryer closet in the unit. Right across the river is a trail for recreational activities. The garden units all have a newer roof.
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