Three Rivers, Palmer
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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:
5
/ 1
/ 5
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:
Single Family
PRICE:
$196,000
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Great opportunity to own an updated ranch in very desirable neighborhood in Three Rivers. Granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances 2010 (APO), open floor plan to great room with a cathedral ceiling and skylights. Sliders open to deck, over looking an above ground pool. Granite counters in bathroom, Solar Panels reduce utility costs. Furnace Brand New in 2010 (APO). Central air & Central Vacuum. A short walk to the end of the street offers hiking trails with water fall views.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$94,900
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Freddie Mac 1st look program offers from owner occiped considered for 1st 15 days on market. Expires 5/20/2012 at which times all offers will be considered. Come check this one out, rental alternative. Move in condition. Owner occupied can get 3% towards closing cost and 2 year warranty. Must be in original offer. 48 hours to return contract or seller may void. Buyer to verify all information since it was obtained by 3rd party sources.
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$179,900
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Well maintained 2 Family home featuring 2 units side by side. Both with large eat in Kitchen's with tiled flooring, ceiling fans, & updated cabinets. Spacious rooms throughout. Walk up attic on both sides for plenty of storage plus each unit has it's own basement with laundry. Nice covered front porch & separate back porches. Walk to town, post office, grocery store & local diner.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$142,000
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This 1,524 sf ranch style home with fenced yard has so much to offer. Features include; updated kitchen and bath, central air, partially finished basement, first floor laundry, 2 enclosed porches, oversized heated garage and patially finished walk-out basement. Great potential for in-law. Office could be a 3rd bedroom. Roof replaced in 2006 w/30 year shingle, APO. Subject to 3rd party approval. Close to Pathfinder Regional in Three Rivers.
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$285,000
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MIni-Farm!! Very unique property offers a 2 family, single family, and a 45X35 large barn set on 1 1/2 acres. You could live in the 1000sf single family house and rent out the 1690sf two family! Everything has been completely remodeled. Barn offers 8 stalls and plenty of storage areas. Nice open field is great for animals. Walk to town, easy access to all routes
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$169,000
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Great 3 family first time to market. One half of building is one unit and other half is split into two units. This is great for the buyer who wants to live on one side and collect rent to pay the mortgage! Newer roof, insulated windows. Each unit has separate furnaces, hot water and electric meters.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$170,000
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In -Town convenience with this Antique Colonial with just a walk to the park. This 5 bedroom colonial features large rooms and high ceilings. Kitchen features a roomy pantry, living room with fireplace,family room and office nook. Full Bath recently remodeled. What a great value!! This home was once a two family and could easily be converted back again.
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$172,400
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Three Bedrooms in each unit. Owner occupied at moment - both units will be ready for you to move in or lease. This is a very well maintained and updated Duplex. Great for owner occupied or a family investment. Many updates inside and out. Near schools, mass pike, proposed casino, town services.
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$325,000
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This Property is a Great Investment! 6 family-3 bedroom units. Each unit features 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, living room, kitchen and office. Walk to town location for convenience. Each unit offers approx 1216sf of living space. 5 apartments have been renovated. Newer furnace. Sellers have added heating regulators and added insulation in the attic to reduce heating costs. Income and Expense Sheet available at office.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$125,000
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3 bedroom, 1 bath Cape offers large eat-in kitchen - lots of cabinets, stove, fridge and portable dishwasher included - spacious front-to-back living room with dining area, 3 bedrooms up and 4th room which could be an office or walk-in closet. 1 car carport and separate shed in neighborhood setting. Not a short sale or foreclosure...Ready to move in.. Don't miss out!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$129,000
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3 bedroom 1 bath spacious ranch on nice street. Roof is 5 to 6 years old, hot water heater is 4 to 5 years old. Gutters are 5 years old. 1st floor has newer windows. All information is APO. This ranch is in need of a little tlc. Large kitchen with island, large living room, partially finished walkout basement. Private back yard that backs up to schools sporting field.
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