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Shirley

The Town of Shirley is a rural industrial community located on the lowlands of the Catacoonamaug River. It was considered the frontier when the handful of earliest colonists arrived in 1720 and settled on scattered farms in the town. Grist mills, saw mills and fulling mills were developed after 1739 using the town's available water power supplies. Even after that time, the town was treated as the outlying agricultural and mill area of Groton.


As the frontier stabilized however, the number of settlers increased and they turned to agriculture and grazing as their main activities. Townspeople planted fruit bearing trees very early and the managing of orchards along with seasonal lumbering became part of the town's economy. Increasing industrial activity included the first paper mill around 1790 and a small iron works and nail factory about 1810. Within a few years, the town had become a textile producer as the first of seven cotton mills was established in 1812 along the Catacoonamaug. These mills included one developed by Shakers in 1849.


The railroad from Boston on the Fitchburg route opened Shirley to further development in 1845, and additional industries were established in town, including a pitch fork factory, Samson Cordage Company and the C.A. Edgarton Suspender Factory, which by 1890 was the second largest maker of suspenders in the country. The location of the water to power these industries created an industrial village along the narrow valley in which the town is situated and many of the period brick towered mills survive to create an authentic period landscape. The valley is also the site of the expansion of Fort Devens army base in modern times.

School System Info

MCAS Ranking (of 351 towns) in State:

10th Grade Math:

N/A  

 

10th Grade Eng:

N/A  

 

8th Grade Math:

37  

 

8th Grade Eng:

104  

 

8th Grade Science:

105  

 

4th Grade Math:

162  

 

4th Grade Eng:

157  

 

Spending/Student:

$8,721

Average SAT scores:

N/A

Student/Teacher Ratios:

12.2 to 1

 

 

Community

Population:7,726 Median Income in town: $52,660 Population Density:
(people per square mile)

489

 

 

Crime Rate (per 1000 residents):

Property: 0 / 1,000
Violent: N/A / 1,000

 

Real Estate

Number of active:

Singles/Condos/Multis: 44 / 12 / 3

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

$250,000

Median home price 5 yrs ago:

$343,500

% change since last year:

N/A

% change since 5 years ago:

-37%

Avg single family tax bill:

$3,167

 

Transportation

Rail info: (T stops, commuter rail stops)

Shirley (Fitchburg/South Acton Line)

Subway info:

subway

Bus lines:

bus

Miles to Boston:

40

Drive time to Boston (minutes):

60

Rail time to Boston:

78

 

 

RECENT LISTING

TYPE:

Condo

PRICE:

$158,000

Stately Garrison Townhouse is available now for the first time since 1995. #110 is nicely nestled in the rural hills of North Central MA conveniently less than a mile from Route 225 and only minutes to Route 2A, 2 & 495. Solid home with a solid seller ready for your solid offer.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$385,000

Custom contemporary home set on 2 wooded acres. Open concept living. Many upgrades--new kitchen with granite countertops, wine frig, trash compactor, jenn-air stove.3 new baths-new2 wall to tall-3 bedrooms..2 car attatched garage Solar assisted heat with 6 sliders in back overlooking the inground pool...don't miss this one of a kind home.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$389,900

Hazen Hill Estates, just 5 minutes from Rt 2!! Quality Constructed home "to be built" will feature Open Foyer & Floor Plan. Energy Efficient Windows & Energy Star Rated Central Air. Hardwood Floors, Merillat Cabinets with Granite Countertops & Island. Breakfast area opens to spacious deck. Cathedral Ceilings Create Grand Family Rm. Master Bed w/walk-in closet & Full Master Bath w/ceramic tile & double sinks. Flat Back Yard all situated in nice family neighborhood. Still time to customize.  



TYPE:

Multi-Family

PRICE:

$389,900

A long drive opens to this beautiful center entrance colonial set on 2.17A. Open concept home boasts Eat in Kitchen,formal living and dining rooms and 1/2 bath on the first level. Spend a lazy Sunday in the wonderful 3 season room off of the living room . Large Master with bath and three bedrooms and family bath are located on the second level. Do you need an in-law apartment, help with paying the mortgage or a teen suite? The 3 room legal apartment is what you need!  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$439,900

Showings start at Open House Sunday May 20th 1:30 - 3:30. Gorgeous home w/ stunning private grounds w/ stone walls, waterfall w/ fish pond all near 1,500 acres of conservation land and walking trails! Close to major routes + commuter rail to Boston. Private in-law suite on lower level w/ full bath + bedroom, open layout, souring ceilings and a 1st floor master suite. 2 car attached garage + a separate barn/garage for the hobbyist or horses! Barn has 3 bays for cars +1 horse stall.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$290,000

Escape to your own private 7 acres with long circular driveway adding to the serenity of this wonderful home. Relax with a good book on the farmer's porch or sit out back by the coy pond and enjoy the summer in this tranquil setting. Touched by tradition with large rooms this home has spacious kitchen with snack bar and adjoining dining room, full length living room with stone fireplace, 3 bedrooms with 2 additional rooms over garage which make huge family room or bedrooms. Many extras.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$314,000

Nice colonial home located in great cul de sac neighborhood. 3 good sized bedrooms, large kitchen with dining area and large family room. Oversized, heated garage and a fabulous 20X30 game room/family room complete with bar, perfect for entertaining. Fenced in back yard and deck. Convenient location, easy access to Rte. 2A and 495.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$339,900

Charm of yesteryear complements modern construction! Historic Shirley Center Common. Architect-designed & rebuilt in 2000; LR & garage circa 1963. Bluestone porch & foyer leads into Eat-In Kitchen. Light cabinets, Corian counters, great work flow. Delightful Garden/Sun Room w/ rustic beams. Spacious DR. Entertainment-size LR, brick FP. 1st flr BR/office & ½ bath. Generous master suite, step-down private bath, 2 additional BRs, full bath. Private back yard, gardens. Utility in 2-car garage.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$389,900

Lot 16 offers you a beautifully designed 7 room Colonial home with 3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths on 2.26 acres...granite counter-top kitchen w/stainless steel appliances, and an attached 2 Car Garage on xxx acres. Many standard features include hardwoods, tile foyer, central air and more! Within minutes to train station and other area amenities.  



TYPE:

Land

PRICE:

$325,000

52 acre parcel of land located on Little Turnpike Road in Shirley, MA currently classified under Chapter 61B, zoned R1, having road frontage of 1453'+or- of which 100' is paved and the balance unpaved. The land is rolling, sloping and wooded. Deep hole soil tests done April 2009.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$224,900

Lovingly maintained Split Entry home showing pride of ownership throughout! beautiful level lot perfect for entertaining or just enjoying nature filled with blossoming trees and plantings. Interior sparkles with gleaming floors, thermopane tilt windows, sunfilled kitchen open to dining area, pull down attic stairs with full house length storage. Newer roof, well maintained systems throughout. Lower level offers large master with built in closet shelving, daylight windows and exterior access  



TYPE:

Condo

PRICE:

$118,000

Townhouse style condo available for sale. HOA information should be verified. HUD HOMES SOLD AS-IS; See FIRM REMARKS (below) for bidding info. FHA # 251-283308, FHA insurability code IE; Lead Based Paint Notices. Up to 3% comm to selling broker. Access with HUD key, show anytime. New Homes Each Day. . No warranties, guarantees or representations either expressed or implied by broker or owner.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$419,900

Gorgeous Colonial Home. Meticulously Cared For Both on Exterior & Interior! Functional Open Floor Plan. First Floor Features Living Rm, EIK w/ Cherry Cabinets and SSA, leads over to Din Rm & Cathedral Ceiling FP Family Room flows onto Deck Overlooking Private Backyard. Grand Master Suite w/Jac Tub, Walk in Closet and Extra Large Nook that could serve as a great Office Space. Other 3 Bedrooms Generous in Size. Walk up Attic, Fully Finished Owens Corning Basement. 7 Min from Ayer Commuter Rail.  



TYPE:

Condo

PRICE:

$189,900

Cozy & comfy condex nestled on 3 wooded, private acres with fenced-in yard and deck. Berber carpets, laminate floors, updated kitchen and baths and full basement. Within minutes to commuter rail, routes 2/495 and the new Devens Commerce Center. Other unit owner occupied. NO CONDO FEES makes this a great value!  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$419,000

Beautiful modern colonial home in new condition! Open concept very bright, lots of windows attractive earth tone interior! Granite counters & island, stainless steal, wood cabinets in Kitchen. New hrwd flrs throughout. Lrg family rm w/gas fireplace. Jacuzzi,dual vanity,shower & WIC in master. Fully finished bsmt! Exquisite exterior w/ brick walkway & patio, fruit trees & berries, perennial gardens & irrigation. Virtual tour a must see! Located less than 2 miles from Rt 2 & commuter rail.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$389,900

WOW!! One Level Living at it's best! Look at the open floor plan for this home to be built in Apple Orchard Estates! Master suite has it all!! Dressing area w/ DOUBLE walkin closets PLUS a huge master bath w/ "His & Her" sink areas & more! Kitchen is open to entertaining spaces & boast of great work space - granite counter tops,center island & a HUGE pantry! VIEWS are fabulous & there is a large walk out basement w/ sliders & windows allowing you the option to expand. 1 mile to Rte 2 & T  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$319,900

What a GREAT buy! 2x6 construction - ENERGY EFFICIENT! This home is one of many plans offered at Apple Orchard Estates. Have the fun of picking your finish and making this your special home! The VIEWS are outstanding on this new 14 lot cul-de-sac .... 10 lots still to choose from! Standard finish includes Granite countertops in kitchen, fireplaced famrm, HW floors in kitchen - Diningroom - Den and Foyer, Central AC, 2 zone heating! Only 1 mile to Rte 2 or the Commuter Rail Stop! Start now!  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$285,000

Beautiful four bedroom Colonial with large kitchen filled with maple cabinets open to the dining area and large living room, all with gleaming hardwood floors, wired for surround sound making entertaining a breeze! Master with bath plus an additional 3 bedrooms and full bath up, all in move in condition. Enjoy the outdoors from the deck overlooking flowers in bloom or the farmers porch with it's great view of Fredonian Nature Park.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$269,900

5 Rooms, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Full Bath Cape with a one car garage under on a one acre lot. The livingroom/dining room has high cathedral ceilings with sky lights. Lots of natural light. 50,000 in renovations costs that include a new roof, heating system, replacement windows, sky lights, hot water super store tank, added insulation and exterior paint. First floor master. This home is in fantastic shape. A must see not a drive by.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$349,900

Beautiful expnd.11rm. cape w/oversized 2 car garage, sited on 1.77 acres, w/additional 3.17 acre lot (w/town sewer nubbed) feat. cherry kit. formal din.rm. huge liv/rm. opens to den w/built-ins. Private entrance leads to large room w/sep. office/bed. Seperate staircase to bonus/game rm. over garage. 4 beds w/hardwood floors, lots of built-ins & full bath feat. on 2nd level. screened porch, deck overlooks. private bk/yd. Perfect for in house business or in-law apartment, bus/zoned  






 

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