East Springfield, Springfield
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The City of Springfield is a major urban industrial center of metropolitan status at the junction of regional routes between Boston and New York. The city lies in the Connecticut River Valley, and was originally settled as a private plantation of the Massachusetts Bay colony by William Pynchon in 1636. Commercial trade was the main business of the city from its earliest history, beginning with Pynchon's fur trading with the Indians.
Trading led to warehousing and increasing population spurred the establishment of a saw mill. A painful setback in development occurred in 1675, when raids during King Philip's war destroyed 45 of the 60 houses in the settlement, but the community recovered and the building of the county courthouse in 1723 and the U.S. Armory in 1794 boosted development. By 1820, Springfield's population of 3,914 made it the largest community in western Massachusetts. There were mills and cotton duck factories in town, but for 174 years, the armory remained the U.S. Army's primary design and production facility for small arms. This attracted skilled workers, among them inventor Thomas Blanchard who produced a steam motor carriage in 1826 and a steamboat on the river in 1828. David Ames established a paper mill and invented a cylinder paper machine in 1822, becoming the largest producer in the state.
The railroad arrived in the 1830's and the city became after 1859, the hub of rail lines. Iron works in Springfield built bridges, trusses, locomotives and railroad coaches. The Civil War brought "intense and concentrated prosperity" to the city, according to historians. The city produced ammunition, uniforms and swords and employment at the armory leaped from 200 to 2600 when the army's other armory at Harper's Ferry was lost to the South.
After the war, when many communities lost their industrial capacity, Springfield shifted to producing luxury and consumer goods such as parlor games, gold chains, ice skates and photo albums. Immigrants in the city came from Ireland, French Canada and Italy to work in diversified production of everything from lawnmowers to beer.
The auto industry began in Springfield when Charles and Frank Duryea built the first American car in 1893 and won the first auto race in the country in 1895. The motorcycle industry also began in Springfield in 1902. In 1900 there were over 500 plants in the city, 10% of all such facilities in the entire state. By the middle of the 20th century such companies as Westinghouse and Rolls Royce were located in Springfield, which remains in modern times a business and commercial hub of the area.
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School System Info
MCAS Ranking (of 351 towns) in State:
10th Grade Math: |
172 |
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10th Grade Eng: |
172 |
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8th Grade Math: |
188 |
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8th Grade Eng: |
188 |
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8th Grade Science: |
181 |
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4th Grade Math: |
229 |
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4th Grade Eng: |
224 |
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Spending/Student:
$8,031
Average SAT scores:
1363
Student/Teacher Ratios:
11.6 to 1
Community
Population:149,938 Median Income in town: $36,652 Population Density:
(people per square mile)
Crime Rate (per 1000 residents):
Property: 76.5 / 1,000
Violent: 19.2 / 1,000
Real Estate
Number of active:
Singles/Condos/Multis:
41
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/ 3
Median home price this year: N/A Median home price last year: $129,000
Median home price 5 yrs ago: $129,900
% change since last year: N/A
% change since 5 years ago: -1%
Avg single family tax bill:
$2,347
Transportation
Rail info: (T stops, commuter rail stops)
N/A
Subway info:
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Bus lines:
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Miles to Boston:
92
Drive time to Boston (minutes):
94
Rail time to Boston:
N/A
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RECENT LISTING
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$154,900
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Pick Me!! This fabulouse 7 room 4 bedroom home with 1 1/2 bath is priced to sell! Spacious, sunny remodled kitchen boasts beautiful granit counters and undermounted sink, brand new cabinets, new tile floors and stainless appliances. Hardwoods just refinished, fresh paint, and tastefully updated throughout! Impecable exterior with newer roof shingles, freshly painted, large fenced yard, and curb appeal. Hurry to view this beautiful home in turn-key condition located on a dead end street.
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$149,000
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2br Duplex nice looking brick facade. Side street location with lots of parkiing. Newer hot water tanks and updated flooring to some areas.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$89,000
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House is currently tenant occupied and requires 24 hour notice prior to showing property. The lease may be transferable. Please contact agent for details. Tenants maintain the house very well. Good quiet side street.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$94,900
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Wonderful starter home located on a dead-end street. Close proximity to Van Horn Park, Elms College and Glenwood Elementary. Quick highway access. Rear yard is fenced in, has a shed and private patio area.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$159,900
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Very Spacious 8 rm, 4 bedrm Colonial with det. 2 car gar. with an work area.Large Kit, new refrigerator & stove. Extra lrge. lot, hrdwd.flrs, living rm. has a fireplace, also french doors that lead to a heated sunroom off living rm. Newer furnace (2010), full walk up attic, built in 2nd flr vent fan. Very convenient location, easy access to 291/91 and Mass Pike. MOTIVATED SELLERS - Bring in the Offers! Owner's request that Buyers have a pre-qualification letter from a bank before viewing home.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$117,900
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Outstanding energy efficient GAS heated Cape featuring kitchen complete with stove, refrigerator, granite countertops,beautiful maple cabinets, ceramic tile flooring. Some hardwood flooring, newer architectural roof, replacement windows, vinyl siding (2007 APO), blown in insulation (2009 APO). Neutral decor. You will be happy when the cold weather comes to see how economical it is to heat this adorable home. Deck, garage and fenced yard. Showings begin @ Open 5/20 - 2:00-3:30.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$109,900
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At this price you need to come and take a look at this home. Fireplaced livingroom, dining room with french doors leading to the deck. 5 bedrooms, updated bath, natural woodwork.AS-IS. No changes to P&S. Offers contingent on executed contracts. Pre apr. req. Addendums signed w/I. 2 calendar days of receipt or seller may cancel. Prop.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$99,900
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Don't miss this affordable three bedroom ranch. Living room has a fireplace. Hardwood floors. This has a one car garage. Great value. ALL OFFERS MUST HAVE PREAPPROVAL/PROOF OF FUNDS. ALL PURCHASE AND SALES MUST BE RETURNED WITH 72 HOURS WITH NO CHANGES. ALL DEPOSITS MUST BE IN THE FORM OF A CASHIER'S CHECK. SOLD AS IS.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$99,900
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Relax on the front porch in the quiet neighborhood.This one needs a little work but could be be a great family home with the large fenced in double lot! Upgraded electrical panel. Large living, dining room and eat in kitchen with pantry. 3 Bedrooms, bath and laundry are on the 2nd floor. It may be possible to divide the lot off. Buyer must check with the city.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$88,500
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Do you need a huge fenced yard with a patio, outdoor fireplace, Cabana with electric and cable, and hot tub? This cute one-floor-living ranch has it all! Brand new roof (2012) on the house, garage and cabana. The one car garage has a TON of storage space and work area. Washer, dryer, stove, microwave, dishwasher, fridge, and newer built in A/C units are included. Replacement windows. Seller willing to do certain updates/improvements with the right offer. Motivated seller - make an offer today!!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$89,000
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Why rent when you can own? Great location for an affordable starter home with growth potential for bedrooms/bath in walk up attic. Just put your finishing touches in this freshly painted home with refinished hardwood floors in living and bedrooms, new vinyl in kitchen. Nice size, flat, fenced yard with storage shed. Full painted basement can be finished for family/play room. New hot water tank (2010); 100 amp elec (2009); includes appliances, dryer (2006), fridge (2005), stove (2006) all apo
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$159,000
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This wonderful 6 room, 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath vinyl sided colonial is in immaculate condition. This home offers an updated kitchen with a center island, updated baths, newer floors, updated electrical, and security system. Additionally, this home offers a lovely fenced yard with gingerbread style playhouse approximately 10 by 19 and shed. An additional 2500 square foot fenced side yard is all part of this home. Perfect home for a Day Care. Great curb appeal.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$94,500
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This 5 room home features 2 baths, newer windows, gas furnace, c-air, 2 car garage, vinyl shed, extra rooms in basement. Call today
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$142,900
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Adorable and extremely well maintained Cape offers city convenience with a suburban feel. Relax in your sunroom and entertain on your almost 1/2 acre Shaded Yard. Completely redecorated with brilliant shining Hardwood Floors throughout. Ample storage and built-ins, Garage offers storage and work area in addition to the garden house. Partial finished basement provides ample space for exercise or media room. All this located on beautiful terraced street in one of the city's most sought areas.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$109,900
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FABULOUS LOCATION truly a Wonderful Street!! Easy RT 291/ MA PIKE and shopping. This lovely 3 bedroom family home features updated eat-in kitchen with open flow to the dining room and comfortable living room and a bright and airy sunroom. Many other features include hardwood floors, updated first floor bath, newer electric, walk up attic, new roof and a cozy front porch to sit back relax and enjoy the very pretty, serene park like street. Partial finished basement. Nice backyard & 1 car garage.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$89,900
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Welcome to Your Home! A Smart & Affordable solution for a better Living. Move in Ready. A perfect alternative to a condo with ?something extra? 5 Room, 2 Bedroom Ranch with all the essentials from a Newer Kitchen, Cabinets, 1st floor Laundry Room, Spacious Living Rm. Large fenced yard for those fun Barbeques. One Car Garage, Storage Shed, Newer Roof, Windows, Gas Heat & Appliances. Security System & Circuit Breakers. Great time to Buy!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$259,900
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To be built. Enjoy some fine amenities in this beautiful 1600+SF, 7room, 3 bedroom 2.5 bath colonial in new sub-division. Pick you won building lot. Use one of our designs or bring one of your own. Bonus room also available at additional cost.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$219,900
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To be built! Great open floor plan with large room in new subdivision. 6 rooms, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths. Need more space? 180SF bonus room can be finished for additional cost. Still time to pick your plan or bring oen for us to build.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$163,500
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Beautiful ranch located in a great location in East Springfield minutes away from interstate 291. This property is located on a fenced in corner lot that also offers a finished basement adding three (3) additional rooms & ½bath to the current living area! Call for a showing today!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$147,500
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If you like the unexpected and unusual, you will love this house. Open floor plan. Master bedroom has combined 2 rooms for large and spacious. Basement is finished with a full bath, game room, office area and a poker room that could be a third bedroom. Large deck overlooking above ground pool and large fenced yard. All in excellent and immaculate condition.
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