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West Boylston

The gray granite shell of an old church stands on a grass covered point jutting into the Wachusett Reservoir off Route 12 here, like a tombstone marking the homes, mills, schools and people who once lived where the dark waters of the Wachusett Reservoir now lie.  


West Boylston, incorporated in 1808, and abutting Worcester, flourished through the 19th century as an industrial center, with cotton mills, a scythe factory and boot finishing shops.  In 1896, the Metropolitan District Commission chose the south branch of the Nashua River as the storage site for Boston's water supply and the fate of West Boylston, and several other towns, was changed forever.  


In 1897, the MDC evicted 1,700 West Boylstonites who lived near the town's center and began razing 6 mills, 8 schools, 4 churches, one hotel and 360 homes to prepare for the 65 billion gallon reservoir.  The entire Beaman Graveyard was moved to the center of town.  Buildings, some still in use today, were dragged through the streets.  The old stone Baptist Church, built in 1892 and recently restored by the West Boylston Historical Commission is all of the old center that remains in its original place.  


Away from Route 12, West Boylston is dotted with well-kept sub-divisions.  Most of West Boylston's residents work in Worcester or Worcester County, but I-190 passes through town giving easy access to Routes 9, 20, I-90 and I-495 and Boston is just 40 miles away.  Being a suburb of Worcester means easy access to the city's cultural and commercial features.  


Some town residents say that West Boylston is the best of both worlds because it is a non-urban environment just a stone's throw from the city.  The excellent school system, under a school choice program, has students from other communities enrolled from kindergarten through grade 12.

School System Info

MCAS Ranking (of 351 towns) in State:

10th Grade Math:

78  

 

10th Grade Eng:

47  

 

8th Grade Math:

51  

 

8th Grade Eng:

86  

 

8th Grade Science:

91  

 

4th Grade Math:

46  

 

4th Grade Eng:

37  

 

Spending/Student:

$8,207

Average SAT scores:

1518

Student/Teacher Ratios:

13 to 1

 

 

Community

Population:7,779 Median Income in town: $75,124 Population Density:
(people per square mile)

603

 

 

Crime Rate (per 1000 residents):

Property: 22.8 / 1,000
Violent: 1.9 / 1,000

 

Real Estate

Number of active:

Singles/Condos/Multis: 57 / 22 / 4

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

$227,500

Median home price 5 yrs ago:

$299,000

% change since last year:

N/A

% change since 5 years ago:

-31%

Avg single family tax bill:

$3,981

 

Transportation

Rail info: (T stops, commuter rail stops)

N/A

Subway info:

N/A

Bus lines:

N/A

Miles to Boston:

50

Drive time to Boston (minutes):

59

Rail time to Boston:

N/A

 

 

RECENT LISTING

TYPE:

Multi-Family

PRICE:

$375,000

antique farmhouse, two units, Rare opportunity to own antique farmouse, Each unit has seperate entrance. Live in one unit and rent the other. income potential. large yard, gardens, flowers, quite area, EZ connect to I-290, I-190. 495.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$389,900

Welcome to Pine Arden !..Meticulous updated 4 bedroom Colonial...New kitchen, windows, roof, family room..CENTRAL.AIR CONDITIONING..bathrooms, skylights, etc, etc....Front to back living room,.GAS heat, Three fireplaces..one with gas log.....wood floors ...Finished family room in lower level....beautiful landscaping. Property abuts conservation land. walking distance to schools, parks..sports areas. Easy access to highways  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$569,000

Exceptional country home nestled on 3 private acres. Wide pine & cherry flooring, fireplaced LR (w/ gas log) leading to a screened porch, formal DR, country kit w/ stainless appliances, fam rm addition w/ cath wooden ceiling/stone fireplace & french doors to fenced court yard, 1st fl master/tray ceiling w/ recessed lighting/master bath plus office & full bath.Second fl offers 3 bdrms, office area, full bath.Three story barn w/ all new windows. House/barn/fence recently painted. Totally charming.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$224,900

Here's the one you've been waiting for! Clean and well-maintained oversized 3-bedroom Ranch featuring updated kitchen and bath, and recent windows, Weil-McLain boiler and roof. Hardwoods in dining room and hall, cozy sunken living room with high cathedral ceiling, and two separate fireplaces (one with pellet stove insert) to supplement heat. A good-sized level yard with shed and spacious deck add to your enjoyment. Country feel, but convenient to 190, Rte 12, schools, restaurants and shopping!  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$329,900

Beautifully renovated home on a sprawling private lot. Only the highest quality doors and fixtures used. Bosch stainless steel appliances, granite counters, puck lighting set this cook's kitchen apart from the rest. Gas heat, central air, even a flat screen TV outside on the mahogany patio! Wet bar and a bonus full bath in the basement for your guests. Owner has invested the money so you don't have to! Unpack and enjoy.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$287,500

Newer Colonial (1999) w/?Perfect? Floor Plan- 3 bed 2.5 bath w/Open layout. Meticulously maintained w/MANY features inside and out including a Sunroom, Master bath, Tilt out windows/custom shades, Pergola, Hot Tub, Irrigation System, & Flowering Tress & Gardens. Spacious Finished basement for additional living space. This is a Low maintenance home located on a Quiet Cul-de sac w/easy hwy access. Pride of Ownership by Original Owners shows throughout. All appliances included. A must see HOME!!!  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$339,900

ASKING $339,900. 7 ROOM3 BEDROOM 2 BATH CAPE WITH HEATED 2 CAR ATTACHED (24X24) GARAGE ON APPROX. ACRE. FEATURES OVER 2,000 SQ. FT. LIVING SPACE,FIRST FLOOR LAUNDRY ROOM, DOUBLE ENTRY DOOR, FULL BASEMENT, CORIAN COUNTER PLUS OVER SIZED (40X26) 2 CAR GARAGE WITH ALL UTILITYS IN REAR OF PROPERTY. MINUTES TO HIGHWAY ACCESS.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$284,900

Beautifully maintained and updated 3 bedroom split level with fireplaced living room and family room, formal dining room with sliders to deck, gleaming hardwood floors throughout first level. Recent updates include boiler, granite countertops and tile flooring in kitchen and baths, interior paint throughout, new bathroom fixtures and new carpet in the expansive family room. Nicely set back from street with a private yard. A must see property!  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$1,499,000

Stonebridge - Privacy abounds on this 53 acre retreat-like, centrally located (Holden/Worcester line) estate with breathtaking, panoramic views of the Wachusett Reservoir and the Boston Skyline. The majestic main residence is ideal for entertaining by the inground pool or overlooking the hills of central Massachusetts. The 3 bdrm guest cottage is perfect for out of town visitors. The restored two-stall barn is adjacent to the horse/walking paths that adorn the gorgeous property.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$399,000

In this much desired neighborhood of West Boylston is this meticulously maintained home that looks like it leaped off the pages of House Beautiful! The impeccable landscaping has put this one on the Not So Secret Garden Tour! Inside this lovely home you will find a very lg formal living room, dining room, cooks kitchen, morning room with gas stove, lg fam room with cathedral ceiling and skylights. Mstr bdrm w/bath, 3 more lg bdrms, full bath, & cedar closet. Finished bsmt w/fp & wine cellar  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$379,900

Young Colonial w/2-car attached Garage...4 BR, 3 BA home...Great Cherry Kitchen Fully applianced(Stove,Refrig, Micro. DW)...Center isle convenience, Easy care hardwood in Kit, Dining w/ sliders to Deck, LR....4 BR's: first floor BR near full Bath, 3BRs up/. Master w/walk-in closet, full Bath tub-shower, hallway Bath. Full basement, Garage is extra large for easy storage. Low care vinyl exterior. Landscaped for privacy, fenced rear. Great highway access: I-190/290, 12, UMass, 9...  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$495,000

This extremely well cared for property is a custom built dream home. A beautiful contemporary cape features a circular driveway, private manicured yard, cathedral living room, and a beautiful patio. Its 3 bedrooms (Loft area being used as a 4th bedroom) and 2 1/2 Baths provides plenty of room for the growing family and guests. Tucked away just 2 miles from the center of town, offers privacy and convenience to major routes, shopping, parks and schools. This one is not to be missed.  



TYPE:

Multi-Family

PRICE:

$295,000

UPDATED LEGAL 2 FAMILY on quiet residental street, NEWER EVERYTHING, separate utilites, OWNERS METER,town water & sewer,newer oil tanks (2),newer boilers (2) Weil Mclainn GOLD,newer water heaters (2), each unit has separate W&D hookups,vinly sided,updated replacement windows, updated baths,first floor has 3 bedrooms & large LR/DR combo, 2nd floor unit has BR/LR & eat in kitchen, a MUST SEE, WON'T LAST LONG,  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$287,500

Single level living at its fines! Impeccable 6-7 room, 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath/new kitchen with granite island and countertops/gleaming hardwoods/ improvements include new windows, electrical, roof, siding for easy maintanence/ rear living room with fireplace/ partially finished lower level w/ additional fireplace and walk out/2 car attached garage/ level landscaped lot/cul de sac  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$209,900

*Home sweet home.* Very sweet 1st time buyers or empty nesters home-lovingly maintained 2 bedroom ranch. gorgeous plush landscaping. Attached garage.Fireplaced living room. wide pine floors in LR-Dr(bedroom) under carpet. 1st floor laundry-office space. Very Nice layout in the eat-in kitchen. Off the kitchen enjoy the heated large 4 season room overlooking expansive landscaped yard. Heated Finished lower level complimented by aged vintage barnboards.One car garage.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$244,900

Charming 3 bedroom,1.5 bath Bungalow. Period details of gorgeous built-ins, french doors, & center hall stairway. Partially finished basement with additional bedroom, workout room, laundry room & storage space. Expansive yard is perfect for summer bbq's & an area already prepped for a patio or above-ground pool! Two car detached garage has walk-up storage area above. Updates include: roof in 2007, vinyl siding & windows in 2002, central vac & alarm system! Great home for a young family!  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$214,500

Back on Market, A Wonderful opportunity and location in West Boylston. A Well maintained 7 Room, 3 Bedroom, 1 1/2bath Cape with Fireplaced living room, hardwoods, new wall to wall carpet in first floor Master with a loft, lots of storage. This home has been well cared for and ready for it's new owner. Call today......  



TYPE:

Land

PRICE:

$139,900

Conveniently located at Worcester line. All public utilities. Offers over two acres of land! Or package with 2 more optional acres with house (MLS # 71373195) for a total of 4. 600' of privacy to patrol the nature! Healthy living, true pace of life! Freedom for a skill, freedom for a fun! Getaway from the city life! A place for a new lifestyle, a place to grow new life!  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$179,900

Starter or downsize in nice and quiet West Boylston, conveniently located at Worcester line. Offers over two acres of land with two additional acres optional (MLS #: 71374418)! 600' of privacy to patrol the nature! Healthy living, true pace of life! Freedom for a skill, freedom for a fun! Getaway from the city life! A place for a new lifestyle, a place to grow new life! Reserve for the future!  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$134,900

Great value in this 6 room, 3 bedroom, 1 bath home in West Boylston. Enjoy the privacy of the dead end street and being minutes from everything. Property needs some TLC but could make a perfect first time home or your retirement home. Buyer to assume sewer betterment.  






 

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