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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:
506
/ 118
/ 143
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:
$65,000
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NEAR PAXTON TOWN LINE. 1/4 ACRE LOT. CALLING ALL HANDY BUYERS.OLDER HOME WITH MANY INSULATED WINDOWS. IDEAL PROPERTY FOR BUYER WITH VISION & SKILLS TO UPDATE THE KITCHEN, BATHS, FLOORS, WALLS & CEILINGS.APPEARS TO HAVE RECENT FURNACE & NEWER HANDICAPPED RAMP IN FRONT ENTRANCE. CONDITION WILL LIMIT FINANCING. ***PROPERTY SOLD 100% AS IS***SELLER WILL NOT TURN ON UTILITIES, REMOVE PERSONAL BELONGINGS, DE-WINTERIZE PRIOR TO INSPECTIONS, ETC***.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$189,900
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Desirable upper Burncoat neighborhood Nicely appointed 6 room Colonial. Three large bedrooms, hardwood floors, three season sunroom to deck. Easy access location for the commuter. Third party approval required. Some information supplied by third party. Agents & buyers to verify and due delinquent.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$169,000
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West Side, Don't miss this opportunity to show this beautiful 4 bed home featuring, Living Room, Dinning Room, Den, Home Office Space, Beamed Ceilings, Window Seat in Living Room, Original Built-In Book Cases in den, Spacious Eat-in Kitchen with booth, Walk up attic ready to be finished for extra room. New Windows,New heating system,alot of character. Will not last!!!
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$70,000
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Cash buyers ONLY due to building condition, fire on third floor. SOLD AS IS!! Owner to remove some personal contents. INVESTORS: This building was in process of being "redone"...hardwoods under carpeting, some new tile. Water damage on second floor and some on first floor. Building had been deleaded. Large back deck and porches, wiring and electric panel updated 2 years ago. Laundry hook-ups in basement. New wall by driveway was in process pre-fire...cement blocks on site.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$136,500
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Excellent Grafton Hill location! Colonial duplex in family neighborhood. Large eat-in kitchen with oak cabinets. Sliders off kitchen to deck and back yard. First floor has 9' ceilings and a large family room. Three upstairs bedrooms with master bath. Off-street parking and no fees! This is great for a family or starter home. This will not last long at this price! Great value!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$189,323
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Great house with single level living on West side. Interior features boast Fire Place, Hardwood flooring. Roof recent 2009. Interior access from garage. Replacement windows, but still a couple left to do.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$200,000
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Worcester Burncoat ,quality 3 bedroom ranch,2 car garage,nice yard,easy access to route 290,finished lower level,perfect for in-law setup or teen suite,has it's own kitchen,RECENT SIDING ,ROOF AND WINDOWS, EASY TO SHOW
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$175,000
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Adorable bungalow at the top of Burncoat street is waiting for you! The character that you can only find in these types of homes is here with built-ins, upper level enclosed porch, side pantry and classic charm. Recent updates include hardwoods throughout and paint. Very well taken care of with a large flat backyard that will be perfect for the coming summer. 3 bedrooms with second floor full bath make this a smart choice! Close to QCC and 290 it's in a great spot! Short sale pricing.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$113,500
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Bank Owned. Property being sold in "as is" condition. All offers are contingent upon receipt of a fully executed and mutually acceptable P&S agreement, including all of sellers addendums. The acceptance of good faith monies in escrow without an executed sales agreement does not bind the seller.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$159,900
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GREAT CONDO ALTERNATIVE~~~JUST FINISHED ONE LEVEL OPEN FLOORPLAN LIVING~~~FLEXIBLE FLOORPLAN~~~WIDE OPEN BASEMENT FOR FUTURE LIVING IF NEEDED~~~HARDWOODS~~~WALK IN CLOSET IN THE MASTER BEDROOM~~~FRONT PORCH~~~EASY ACCESS TO UMASS MEDICAL...UNION STATION...ROUTE 9 AND SHREWSBURY STREET~~~
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TYPE:
Land
PRICE:
$60,000
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Great flat lot to build your home ...utilites are all near buy
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$179,900
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JUST BEAUTIFUL!!! That is the only way to describe this three bedroom Ranch. Hardwoods throughout, with Ceramic Tile in bathroom and entry way off the front door! This home is a must see to appreciate it. First Showing will be at an Open House on Feb.12th 12-2:00 p.m.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$359,900
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Almost new, 3,200 sf (4-5 bedroom) custom colonial w/stucco & stone facade, & fieldstone fireplaced family room. Soaring foyer w/dramatic chandelier, hardwoods & tile throughout. Custom kitchen w/Bosh appliances, Wellborne cabinets, granite counters & island w/breakfast bar. Three generous bedrms w/large closets plus a master w/ trey ceiling, huge closets, balcony & tiled M. Bath w/ jacuzzi. All complimented by Central Heat, A/C (HydoAir), outdoor patio. Home is a must see & outstanding value!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$189,900
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Priced to sell!! 7 room colonial, 3 bedrooms, large master with full bath. Huge eat in kitchen,granite counters,formal dining room,family room and living room with gleaming hardwoods! Home has lots of charm, House renovated all new from roof to basement, windows,walls, floors,electrical, plumbing, 2 new heating systems. Covered patio, large private yard. It's all done for new buyers, just move in! Motivated seller! Easy to show.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$184,900
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Impeccable condition & location enhance this spacious Hip Roof Ranch! * Open eat-in kitchen w stainless appliances/ breakfast bar & large pantry * Expansive lower level family room w full bath/tile surround Jaccuzzi and separate office/excercise room *Important updates - baths, windows, electric panel,vinyl sidiing & hot water booster tank * Large wraparound deck to fenced level lot ! * Hardwoods under carpets * plenty of storage space * pride of ownership thruout * Minutes to Rt.290/190
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$271,000
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Beautiful waterfront community with swimming pool, tennis, boat docks and club house. Hardwoods 1st floor and large 1st floor family room, Fireplace, water view from 1st floor and master bedroom Walk in closet in master, 3 full baths and office off master. Lots of storage and closet space / move in condition
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$74,900
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CHARMING CAPE IN A GREAT LOCATION W/ HARDWOODS ON 1ST FLOOR. Enclosed Front Porch and side mud room, Walk Out Basement, Great highway access. Needs some TLC but has so much potential! Condition will limit financing options. ** 2 Year Home Warranty offered by Seller to owner occupants**
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$179,900
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Price Reduction!!!! Immaculate home in move-in condition. Open concept kitchen, dining and living room with slider to deck overlooking large yard. Great side yard to be used with the house or possibly to divide and build upon in the future! Updates including new roof, furnace and water heater. Refrigerator, dishwasher, washer and dryer can all stay. Convenient commuter location within minutes to I-290 and I-190. Easy to show.
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$140,000
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UPDATED multi-family in good shape! Great opportunity for income property or mortgage helper. 1st & 2nd floor units have 3 bedrooms with large bathroom and gas heat. 3rd floor unit has 1 bedroom and electric heat. Separate utilities for each unit. Partially finished basement.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$199,900
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Recently Renovated kitchen with stainless steel appliances included. BRAND NEW roof in 2006. Full basement with a ton of potential. Beautiful marble and hardwood flooring throughout the home. Chandeliers in the living room, dining room and foyer. Area is extremely convenient with major roads nearby , schools, and parks.
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