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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:
6
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/ 5
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:
N/A
Bus lines:
N/A
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:
$334,600
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MUST SEE to APPRECIATE. The Bliss Family built this enchanting mansion with many exquisite details.The three story house has19 gables,window seats,original hardwood floors throughout the house.The library has mahogany woodwork with leaded glass doors.There are Stained glass windows in the formal dining room. Stenciled ceiling,built-in cabinets,marble counters,copper sink,marble shower,6 original ball/claw tubs. 400 amp electric,2009 brand-new boiler installed
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$59,900
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One floor rented and one floor vacant for easy viewing. This is a Fannie Mae HomePath property and is approved for either HomePath or HomePath Renovation Financing or use your own lender. Purchase for as little as 3% down. Many repairs done but do some upgrades and grab instant equity.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$73,900
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Classical High Condominiums - Downtown Springfield's Professional address is the setting for this large one bedroom unit which features hardwood floors in the living room and bedroom and huge windows to bathe the unit in natural light. Eat in kitchen wiith existing stove and dishwasher to remain.Beautiful common areas and a very active condo association make this building a winner. Gas portion of heat included in the condo fee. One small pet is allowed with restrictions. . Parking space is #10.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$51,000
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close to all shopping and public trans, brick and vinyl exterior closed in front porch, fenced in yard off street parking,eat in kitchen,furnace only about 1 year old. APO
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$124,000
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CLASSICAL HIGH - DOWNTOWN SPFLD'S PROFESSIONAL ADDRESS. L-Shaped Unit. 11 X 22 ft covered balcony/deck with a southern exposure! Great for entertaining & potted flowers/plants! Long Galley Kitchen, 2 bdrms-1 is elevated, 2 full bathrms-1 is updated w/spa tub, livingrm/dining area has a beautiful "original" blt-in glass cabinet w/drawers. Parking space #38. Laundry in-unit. 1 small pet allowed -must carry through common areas. Gas portion of heat incl in condo fee. **FHA APPROVED!!**
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$110,000
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CLASSICAL CONDOS - 4 room 2 bedroom unit features Hardwood floors in the large living room/dining area, high ceilings, carpeted bedrooms, and large windows. Located across the street from the Springfield Library/Quadrangle and new federal building. Gas portion of heat included in condo fees. Beautiful common hall and a very active condo community. Downtown living at it's finest.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$99,900
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This Victorian home in the Maple Hill Historic District has much to offer: 7 rms, 3 bdrms & 3 full baths, loads of closet space built-ins, hardwood flrs, much natural wdwk, wainscotting, an ornate fireplace, pocket & leaded glass doors, high ceilings, a window seat & gorgeous staircase. There are open porches on 3 sides of this home. The 1st flr bath is 5 yrs old & the Boiler is about 3 yrs old (APO). Circuit breakers, sprinkler system, & much new plumbing. This spacious home is a must see!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$59,500
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$119,900
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PENTHOUSE CORNER UNIT WITH A NORTHWESTERN VIEW! Desirable Floor Plan Features an Elevated Livingroom, Diningroom with an "Original Built-In", Galley Kitchen, 2 Bedrooms and 1 Full Bath. Laundry in Kitchen. All Appliances Included. One Outside Parking Space #37. Storage Bin #77. The Monthly Condo Fee Includes the Gas Portion of the Heat & Gas Hot Water. View of the Springfield Skyline and Beautiful Sunsets! Classical High Condominiums are FHA Approved!
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$80,000
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Beautiful one bedroom unit at the CLassical High Condominiums. Large space for living and dining with brick wall for that extra bit of character. Hardwood floors in living room and bedroom. INCLUDES ADDITIONAL ROOM NOT LISTED IN LIVING AREA ON THE SAME FLOOR AS THE UNIT USED AS HOBBY ROOM AND STORAGE.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$249,900
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Extraordinary beauty in this spacious 3-level row house. Own a piece of Springfield history, while living in a totally luxurious way. Private off street parking for 2 cars. 2 zone heat and A/C. Masterbedrm. suite has walk in/walkthru closet with gorgeous bathrm, gas stove. Kitchen has ample cherry cabinets, custom built ins, granite counters and center island. Spacious livingrm has fplace and wall to wall book cases with base cabinets. Replacement windows and doors thruout! A gem!!
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$129,900
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ENJOY LIFE ON THE TOP OF THE HILL. A spacious Mulberry House Penthouse Condo with 2300 square feet of space including a large private open patio. This unit features a master bedroom with a master bath and two additional bedrooms. The extra large living room and dining room will accomodate plenty of guests. Deeded inside parking for two cars. Near the Quadrangle and new Federal Courthouse and five minutes to downtown and Route I-91. Quick occupancy, owner relocating.
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TYPE:
Land
PRICE:
$15,000
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R2 Building lot. Buyer to check all zoning and usage with the city.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$85,000
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Hola first time home buyers! Great time to buy in Springfield. New five room, three bedroom single family home with 1.5 baths! Ceramic tile in kitchens and baths. Laundry in 2nd floor bathroom! Wall to wall carpet in bedrooms BRAND NEW CONSTRUCTION AT AN AMAZING PRICE!!!.
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$950,000
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Well maintained 3 story brick building, 24 apartments, built in 1955, 12 apts @ 5 rooms; 6 apts @ 3 rooms; 6 apts @ studios. Rubber membrane roof 8 years old, Heating and hot water boilers 5 years old. Lead Certificates for all units, Circuit breakers in apts. Handicap accessable, All tenants have leases and security deposits. Paved parking lot included. Broker has ownership interest.Same owner for over 25 years.
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$89,999
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Side by Side Duplex 4 room 2 bedroom 1 bath each unit. New roof this year. Great for owner occupied or an investor come take a look today.
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TYPE:
Land
PRICE:
$14,900
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Two family or duplex building lot in a popular rental area. Buyer to verify all city information. Build your new investment property here and start making money.
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$119,000
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Desireable Historic Mattoon St. Row House. Gracious rooms with high ceilings, 2 fireplaces with antique mantle. Master bedroom has fireplace & large walk-in closets. Oversized rooms. 2 assigned parking spaces.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$195,000
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Desirable location as an end unit at Wyndhurst Condominiums. Only nine units in this complex. This 3000 sq.ft. condo offers 3 levels of living area plus a 2 car garage under the living areas. Family room with french doors to deck offers spectacular views of downtown Springfield and the Connecticut River Valley. Condo needs some work. Easy access to highway and downtown Springfield.
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$73,900
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This updated certified lead free 2 family has detached 2 car garage, updated electrical, vinyl siding, fenced in yard and available for immediate occupancy. New furnace and a new hot water tank also add to the value of this home. Great value- positive cash flow! This 2 family home grosses $1,500.00 per month.
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