Burncoat, Worcester
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Known as the "Heart of the Commonwealth," Worcester, Massachusetts with a population of 170,000 remains today what it has been for decades, New England's second largest city and site of a diverse and pioneering economy. First incorporated as a township in 1722, this settlement forty miles west of Boston soon became an important transportation center on the Boston Turnpike linking the capital city with New York and the west.
One of America's first internal commercial waterways, the Blackstone Canal, linked the town with Providence, Rhode Island to the South and gave direct access to the Atlantic Ocean. Worcester played its role in America's early history General Washington rode through here. The cannon used at Dorchester Heights to drive the British from Boston were literally dragged through its streets. Abraham Lincoln slept here, and John Adams taught school here. Industry thrived here; steel fabrication and wire drawing, printing and envelop manufacturing, abrasives and machine tooling. The valentine card got its start here. America's first experiments in rockets started here. The birth control pill was invented here.
Today, the city has changed from its heavy manufacturing past to new directions in economic enterprise. Biotechnology is a major enterprise within the city, as are eight colleges and a state university medical school. It is an inland port of entry for foreign commerce, relying upon major interstate highways and rail lines which traverse the municipality. A city-owned airport has been improved with a new $15 million modernized air terminal to accommodate passengers and air freight. More than fifty intracity bus trips originate in the downtown every day.
Worcester is nonetheless predominantly residential in character. More than 1200 acres of city-owned parkland are found within its 38 square miles. Fifty public schools educate 20,000 children. Half of the entire city budget goes for educational purposes, testimony to the values of its inhabitants. Its parklands are among the oldest in the nation; its free public library one of America's oldest; its acclaimed music festival the nation's oldest; its art museum a gem rivalling those of major urban centers. Worcester is a city proud of its past and secure in its future.
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School System Info
MCAS Ranking (of 351 towns) in State:
10th Grade Math: |
164 |
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10th Grade Eng: |
166 |
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8th Grade Math: |
178 |
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8th Grade Eng: |
185 |
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8th Grade Science: |
175 |
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4th Grade Math: |
221 |
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4th Grade Eng: |
228 |
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Spending/Student:
$8,390
Average SAT scores:
1117
Student/Teacher Ratios:
14.1 to 1
Community
Population:173,966 Median Income in town: $44,890 Population Density:
(people per square mile)
Crime Rate (per 1000 residents):
Property: 43.6 / 1,000
Violent: 8.8 / 1,000
Real Estate
Number of active:
Singles/Condos/Multis:
12
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Median home price this year: N/A Median home price last year: $175,000
Median home price 5 yrs ago: $225,000
% change since last year: N/A
% change since 5 years ago: -29%
Avg single family tax bill:
$2,995
Transportation
Rail info: (T stops, commuter rail stops)
Worcester/Union Station (Framingham/Worcester Line)
Subway info:
subway
Bus lines:
bus
Miles to Boston:
47
Drive time to Boston (minutes):
56
Rail time to Boston:
89
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RECENT LISTING
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$149,900
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3 Bedroom Cape in Upper Burncoat neighborhood. Recent roof. Vinyl sided. Fireplaced Living room. Flat, private back yard. Garage. Partially finished LL with rough plumbing for 1/2 bath. Great highway access. Close to schools, shopping, etc. Priced to sell. AHS Home Warranty included.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$194,000
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Exceptional Cape Well Loved for 30+yrs* Eat-In Country Kitchen Incl Granite Counters,Stainless Appliances*Convenient Sun rm off Kitch Area*Sunny Liv Rm*Din Rm w/built-in*Studded 2nd Flr Possible 3+ Rms (780 sq ft)* Fenced In Double Lot/Paved Dway 4 Spaces * LL Fam Rm Offers Forced Hot Water, Walk-Out,Sauna w/Shower* Updates Inc: Siding,Windows,Roof,Furnace, Hot Water,Electric,Gutter Helmet* Rare Private Yard /Enjoy Water Falls,Perennials Galore,Vegetable Garden*Won't Last...Call Today !!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$189,000
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Lovely Two Bedroom Ranch in Burncoat featuring hardwood flooring throughout. New appliances in kitchen. Partially finished basement with 2nd fireplace. Ready for immediate move in!!! Adorable back yard with adjacent cul-de-sac, and walking distance to elementary, and secondary schools. One level living at it's finest. Hurry, priced to sell!!!
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TYPE:
Land
PRICE:
$79,900
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Beautiful level lot on quiet dead end street,Upper Burncoat location with all the new house around, 92' frontage, gas , electric in the street. Godd neighborhood with great highway access...
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$189,900
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Better than new - pride of ownership and superb maintenance is obvious. One owner for nearly 40 years. Many upgrades, roof, deck, furnace, kitchen, porch, family room, etc. Truly move in ready. Wonderful fenced in yard. Large deck. Truly move in ready. Open House this Sunday from 1 to 3 PM.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$160,000
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Well cared for 2 bedroom Burncoat home with awesome back yard! Open floor plan maximizes living space. Large bedrooms! Wood burning fireplace! Partially finished LL bonus space! Updates include 2009 roof, alarm system, fresh paint, many replacement windows, SS range. Side-walked road is convenient to Quinsig, shopping and I-290. Quick closing available--you could be in for the summer!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$169,900
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Sellers are finally ready to part with their beloved home: SO bring all offers to this charming Burncoat ranch! Move-in Condition. Pride of home-ownership is apparent in this well kept home. Large corner lot with long cared for perennial gardens, flowering trees and stonewalls. Eat-in Kitchen or use space to expand. Sunny bonus rooms with double sliding glass doors to the open deck. Beautiful & shining hardwood floors throughout. Close to Routes and amenities yet a quiet and quaint location
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$179,900
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Well maintained 3 bedroom Cape shows pride of ownership throughout. Hardwood floors, fireplaced living room, finished lower level with family room and an oversized walk-in closet for additional storage. Fenced-in backyard, garage with paved driveway. Excellent location near Quinsigamond Fields. Covered front porch and back deck allow you to enjoy the upcoming summer evenings in comfort. Move-in condition.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$129,900
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Short sale subject to lender approval. 3 bedroom colonial on 1/2 acre located just before the West Boylston line awaits your "tlc" to bring it back to its full luster & shine once more. Period details include built-in hutch, architectural columns, hardwood floors throughout, lovely woodwork & farmer's porch. Updated kitchen. Replacement windows throughout most of the house. Great location, close to highway access (I190) and conveniences yet situated in a quiet location on the city outskirts
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$185,000
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Custom Built Oversized Ranch,High Ceilings, 1 owner, 3 Bedroom, Beautiful hardwoods, 2 fireplaces, large living room, picture windows in liv and dining room. Family room off dining room. Attached garage, deck off kitchen.Partially finished walk-out basement with bath, . Large level beautiful landscaped 1/4 acre lot. Great Highway access.
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TYPE:
Land
PRICE:
$190,000
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Potential for a sub-division near the West Boylston line. The zoning is RL-7 with 191 feet of frontage. Could be two road front lots on Burncoat and new road between. Existing dormered Cape has 10 year old roof, but water damage inside. Furnace and electric panel not working. Foundation and frame appear solid.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$179,900
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Lovely ranch in Burncoat area features 2-3 bedrooms, 2 baths, finished walk-out basement and one-car garage. Has hardwoods throughout, spacious fireplaced living room; kitchen recently updated with new cabinets and countertops. Relax in front porch or covered patio/deck in back overlooking nearly one-half acre lot. Great highway access.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$184,500
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Off Burncoat Street/ West Boylston Line - Exceptional 2 bedrooms, 1 1/2 bath duplex style home, garage. Open floor plan, F/Placed Living Room, Master bedroom with vaulted ceilings and big walk in closet, Laminate Wood Floors, Granite c/tops, updated bath, new roof, windows and fresh outside paint, nice size deck , fenced yard, shed. Great neighborhood. Close to major roads.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$232,000
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Charming Colonial in a wonderful neighborhood. Outstanding updated kitchen with granite and stainless steel appliances, counter cooktop with slide in oven under. Large family room addition with gas firecplace overlooking wrap-around deck. Finished walkout lower level with new carpeting. Lots of recent updates. You will love the charm of this home!
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TYPE:
Land
PRICE:
$68,000
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Rare Burncoat lot!! This flat parcel is mostly cleared (there are a few trees and some raspberry bushes in the back) will be the perfect place to build your dream home with potential views of the Worcester Hills and Indian Lake (a beautiful site day and night!).
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