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The Town of Shrewsbury is a suburban community with an uneven and hilly terrain cut by a number of minor streams providing several small water power sites. Grants of land were made in what would eventually be the town beginning in 1664, with the 3,200 acre grant called Haynes Farm as the largest.
Settlers came primarily from Sudbury and Marlborough and the first permanent settler was Gersham Wheelock in 1720. Townspeople created an agricultural economy with apple orchards and by 1750 there were two stores and four taverns as well as several small industries in operation. The rapid fall of prices for agricultural goods, the shortage of hard currency and the general economic depression following the Revolutionary War produced disastrous conditions for colonists. Shay's Rebellion in 1786 sought to close the courts to prevent debt collections and the foreclosure of mortgages. Shrewsbury became a staging area for the rebellion and the encampment of the more than 400 insurgents, before the march on the Worcester Court House.
A leather industry began in 1786 in Shrewsbury and town farmers developed large cattle herds to support the manufacture of boots and shoes. This was followed by the establishment of gunsmithing operations in 1797 which produced rifles, shotguns and pistols and eventually cutlery. Luther Goddard began in 1809 by making brass clocks and then established a small watch factory employing a few skilled Swiss and English watchmakers. Lumbering created sawmills and they in turn drew chair and cabinet makers, plow and wagon builders.
The development of streetcar routes in the 19th century spurred the growth of single-family housing in town and a summer resort population on Lake Quinsigamond became consumers of the market garden produce grown by town farmers.
As Shrewsbury's industry was killed off by the lack of large waterpower sites and the tardy arrival of the railroad, its role as a suburb of Worcester grew more important. The town's population doubled from 1915 to 1940 as continued streetcar suburb growth brought more modern settlers into the community. Other modern developments included an increased number of lakeside cottages, ethnic clubs and recreational areas on the lake. The economy of modern Shrewsbury has been described as depending on agriculture, the resort industry and the providing of recreation and food for the population of Worcester.
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School System Info
MCAS Ranking (of 351 towns) in State:
10th Grade Math: |
15 |
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10th Grade Eng: |
18 |
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8th Grade Math: |
49 |
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8th Grade Eng: |
26 |
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8th Grade Science: |
37 |
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4th Grade Math: |
39 |
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4th Grade Eng: |
43 |
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Spending/Student:
$7,257
Average SAT scores:
1576
Student/Teacher Ratios:
14.7 to 1
Community
Population:33,489 Median Income in town: $89,736 Population Density:
(people per square mile)
Crime Rate (per 1000 residents):
Property: 16.3 / 1,000
Violent: 1 / 1,000
Real Estate
Number of active:
Singles/Condos/Multis:
190
/ 50
/ 4
Median home price this year: N/A Median home price last year: $331,500
Median home price 5 yrs ago: $379,000
% change since last year: N/A
% change since 5 years ago: -14%
Avg single family tax bill:
$3,598
Transportation
Rail info: (T stops, commuter rail stops)
N/A
Subway info:
N/A
Bus lines:
N/A
Miles to Boston:
41
Drive time to Boston (minutes):
50
Rail time to Boston:
N/A
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RECENT LISTING
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$449,900
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5 Year young Duplex in established neighborhood only 2 miles from UMass Medical Center! Rare 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath and 2 car attached garage layout per side all on 1/2 acre level lot. Fully applianced including washer/dryer. Kitchen pass-through to dining area. Hardwood foyer, Custom Balusters, Gas Heat, Central Air, HardiBoard siding, 12 x 12 Trex Deck each side, Public water & sewer. Handy to Route 9. No association restrictions!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$439,900
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Amazing Opportunity to own this one of kind Quality Built Home. This Beautiful 2200 square foot 4 BR 2.5 Bath Center Entrance Colonial is set on 1 Acre and Features an Stunning Open Floor Plan, Formal Living Room, Beautifully appointed Tray Ceiling in Formal Dining Room, Sunsplashed Granite Kitchen, Gas Fireplace, Gleaming Hardwood floors, Master Suite with Huge Walk-in Closet and Full Bath, Forced Hot Air Heating System with CA, 1st Flr Laundry, Nice Deck, Walkout and a 2 Car Garage.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$324,900
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Meticulously maintained home on a beautiful 1.01 acre yard with patio and arbor, near Shrewsbury center and Dean Park. Front to back living room with hardwood floors and wood burning fireplace. Breakfast bar separates formal Dining Room and Kitchen. 3 spacious bedrooms. All appliances will stay. Many replacement windows, newer roof, gutters and siding. Sunroom could be used a 1st floor home office or playroom.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$395,000
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Classic Garrison Colonial on Phenomenal lot w/terrific Landscaping complements this Superbly maintained home in well established neighborhood*Newer Roof, Windows/Siding, Appliances, Driveway and Much More* Central Air*Finished Lower Level w/Additional Kitchen and Full Bath*Fireplaced Family Rm*Nicely sized bedrooms*Awesome Location! No showings until Saturday, May 26th
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$1,290,000
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You really can have it all! Beautiful custom home in pinnacle cul-de-sac*Stunning huge in-ground pool with gorgeous cobble patio, landscaping and Play area*10' ceilings on 1st floor*Large Cherry Wood Study w/Fireplace*Lge open Kitchen to Family Room for casual dining w/pool view*Terrific Mstr Suite w/Fireplaced Tub & marble/steam shower*2 Lge Bonus rms on 2nd floor*Wide back stairs*Loads of custom molding & hardwood*Huge Finished Low Lev*Office w/closet which could serve as Bdrm*1st flr 3/4 bth
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$450,000
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PRICED TO SELL! This beautiful attached single family located on Cul-de-sac in private neighborhood featuring open floor plan, hardwood floors & tons of upgades. Large Kitchen features cherry cabinets, island, granite counters, stainless applilances & recessed lighting. Master Bedroom has walk in closet, gas fireplace, master bath with tiled shower, jacuzzi tub, cherry cabinet, granite. Large family room has gas FP, walk out to deck, cathedral ceiling. 2nd floor loft overlooks family room below.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$450,000
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PRICED TO SELL! This beautiful attached single family located on Cul-de-sac in private neighborhood featuring open floor plan, hardwood floors & tons of upgades. Large Kitchen features cherry cabinets, island,granite counters, stainless applilances & recessed lighting. Master Bedroom has walk in closet, gas fireplace, master bath with tiled shower, jacuzzi tub, cherry cabinet, granite. Large family room has gas FP, walk out to deck, cathedral ceiling. 2nd floor loft overlooks family room below.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$289,900
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Enjoy the upcoming summer months at this lovely 3 bedroom WATERFRONT on Flint Pond with boat access to Lake Quinsigamond. Move in condition! Hardwoods in the living and dining room. Updated fully applianced kitchen. Generous sized bedrooms. Master BR w/ full bath. New sewer pump, furnace, water heater, and replacement windows. Family Room in LL. Garage. Dock w/ trex decking. Quiet, dead end street, yet minutes to all major routes, shopping, etc.
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TYPE:
Land
PRICE:
$625,000
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North side residential Cul de Sac with additional land totaling approximately 1.8 acres. Exclusive and wooded lot within established neighborhood. Ideal for private estate home. All utilities available in street at site. Restrictive covenants require quality construction. Buyer chooses their own builder.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$269,000
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Smashing Maplewood Condos ?Desirable/Spacious multi level floorplan*Newly installed hardwood flooring and travertine tile*Brand New Kitchen with Granite and Backsplash* Fresh Paint*Windows, Roof, and Heat all replaced within the past 3 yrs*Walk out lower level to oversized private patio*Cathedral ceilings*Gas fireplace*3rd floor loft* Lush landscaping, pool*Floral Street School
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$349,000
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3 Family in Shrewsbury on a double lot or make it a single family! First floor has three bedrooms, living room and eat-in kitchen with a full bath. The second floor is a 1 bedroom, 1 bath, living room and eat-in kitchen. The lot is extra wide and can accommodate another house but buyer to do their own research with the town for approvals. Rent this house and build another one for yourself or vice versa! So many possibilities...live in or just for investment. It's up to you!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$167,500
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Desirable Fairlawn neighborhood area off Route 9 near shopping and town facilities. Nicely remodeled kitchen, hardwood floors, open and spacious 1st floor living areas. Big deck with a/g pool, level backyard. Needs a few cosmetic but well worth the effort. This one is priced for immediate sale so don't miss out!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$219,900
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Wonderful Expanded Ranch*Gleaming Hardwood flrs in LR & Bedrooms*Sun-Filled Kitchen*Dining Area w/oversized Andersen Slider to Balcony*Plus window-packed Sunroom/FamilyRoom overlooking pretty side yard*New Roof & Oil Tank*Freshly Painted*Lots of potential to expand in partially finished Walk-Out Lower Lev offering 2 rooms (1 w/cabinets & sink) plus 2 addtl bths*Separate large Laundry Room on main flr*Weil McClain Furn w/4 z*Updated Electrical - 200 AMPS*Great Access to RT9, 20 and 290 & UMASS*
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$252,000
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Rare resale in desirable Westbrook Crossing! This beautifully maintained end unit features cathedral ceilings, 1 1/2 baths, finished basement and attached garage. Not to mention a charming farmers porch and a beautiful private patio. Call today for a private showing.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$360,000
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Enjoy a staycation lifestyle on the lake! End unit at Eastern Point offers a luxurious cherry kitchen.Sip morning coffee peeking out at perennial gardens, formal dining room for entertaining, leading to sunroom over looking deck and patio only steps from lake. Spacious fireplaced living room w/custom built ins, Two story foyer,Beautiful master bdrm w/ loft and romantic lake views. Low energy bills w/ GEOTHERMAL HEATING/COOLING. Full basement,walk-in cedar closet, plenty of storage,recent upgrade
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$289,900
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Rare opportunity to own this huge 2 family in Shrewsbury. Each unit has 3 bedrooms. Laundry rooms on each floor. Well maintained and ready for next owner. Live in one unit and rent the other or Great investment opportunity. Beautiful large flat back yard and a 1 car detached garage.
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TYPE:
Land
PRICE:
$219,000
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Wonderful Building lot in a great neighborhood. just get your building permit. Last lot on the circle
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$389,900
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Welcome to 34 Phillips Ave, Shrewsbury MA! Once in a lifetime a home like this comes on the market! Meticulously maintained stately Col on prof manicured level lot seconds to Rt 290/9 & Lake Quinsig! Sun drenched 22x12 eat-in kitch w/ skylight & island, formal DR, LR w/ FP, crown moldings, built-in's, 1st fl laundry, 4th bedrm/media rm in finished walk-up attic, 20x20 entertaining size deck, 50x30 plus 28x24 garage(s) ideal for contractor or hobby enthusiasts (garage can fit 8 cars).
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$89,900
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3 BR Cape w/ water view of Flint Pond. This home needs lots of TLC but has much potential. Close to all major routes, shopping, etc. 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 offer for first 15 DOM. Fannie Mae requires that all offers be submitted on their website. See Firm Remark
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$225,000
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Cute ranch only steps away to Lake Quinsigamond and shared dock. Updated roof, windows, and bath. Screened porch, garage, and spacious family room in lower level. Beautiful views and fenced back yard with deck. Brand new dishwasher! Hurry on this one so you can enjoy the lake activities this summer!
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