Suburban Neighborhood in Chelmsford, Massachusetts
Middlesex County 01824
$694,298Average Value$411Average Price per Sq Ft2Homes For Sale
Peaceful living in the historic town center of Chelmsford
Bordering Putnam Brook on the south end and with Beaver Brook flowing through the heart of the community, Chelmsford Center is a peaceful yet lively town center that embodies all the charms of the nearly 370-year-old New England town, Chelmsford. Located between the intersection of Massachusetts Route 4 and Westford Street, Town Common serves as the community’s gathering place with various events, including public concerts and farmers markets. As people drive past lively cafes, restaurants and independent boutiques such as The Druzy Rose, they may hear the bells of local churches ring at the top of the hour. As a historic town that continues to transform and modernize, homebuyers can expect Victorian-era single-family homes standing alongside 1970s Colonial Revivals and ranch styles as well as brand new condominiums. Additional highlights include a highly reputable public school system, a neat art center with various events and a supportive community. “From my personal experience Chelmsford has a great community vibe,” says Angela Caputo Griswold, who is a local resident and Realtor at ERA Key Realty Services with 6 years of experience. “The town has many supportive groups like the Chelmsford Mothers Club, and there are Facebook pages for different neighborhoods and local points of interest. These groups are there for you when you need them, and you can also do your own thing.”
Art can be spotted along the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail.
The Chelmsford Center for the Arts is in the town center.
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Victorian-era homes neighboring new condominiums and townhouses
Chelmsford Center has a wooded landscape, with many roads and houses tucked behind towering pines and maple trees. The streets can be winding and rustic and are often complemented by narrow sidewalks. The community has many Victorian-era homes built from the late 1800s to early 1920s, and many were Colonial-inspired properties with gabled roofs, porticos and prominent dormer or bay windows. Houses developed later were mainly built from the 1950s to the 1970s, and these range from ranch styles to split-levels and Colonial Revivals. Many single-family homes sell between $500,000 and $700,000, though residences with more than 2,000 square feet of living space on a half-acre lot fetch anywhere from $750,000 to over $1 million. In this neighborhood, “even if you’re moving into an older home, it’s probably going to be well maintained," says Michelle Souza, a residential real estate agent at Chinatti Realty. "I think that’s a reason that properties are holding their values so well.” Condos from the 1960s list around $200,000, while new condominium units and townhouses built within the past decade are close to $700,000 or $800,000. Yards are usually well-maintained, and some properties have trees and shrubs as boundary fences.
This grey-purple-ish house is a common style in Chelmsford.
This recently built two-family house is in Chelmsford.
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Highly rated schools within the Chelmsford Public Schools
Most children in Chelmsford Center spend kindergarten through fourth grade at the neighborhood’s Center Elementary School and continue to Parker Middle School for fifth and sixth grades, both of which have an A-minus Niche grade. In addition to offering core academic curriculums and also scoring an A-minus, McCarthy Middle School offers courses in music concept, studio art, technology and engineering. Rated A by Niche, Chelmsford High School provides dual-enrollment and AP courses. The high school also has a rigorous language department that gives students travel abroad and cultural exchange opportunities. Students who demonstrate or achieve proficiency in a second language may be awarded the Massachusetts State Seal of Biliteracy.
Mccarthy Middle School is located in the Westlands neighborhood of Chelsford Massachusetts.
Parker Middle School is located in the North Chelmsford neighborhood of Massachusetts.
Center Elementary School in Chelmsford has an overall grade of A- on Niche.
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Myriad trails around Chelmsford Center
Chelmsford has acres of conservation land within and around the town center. Locals may retreat into nature and take a walk along the namesake trails at the 54-acre Warren-Pohl Conservation Reservation. Sitting at the southern tip of the community, this area is also popular for birding and for spotting wildlife such as deer, turkeys and beavers. About 1 mile south, those interested in plants and floras can explore the 110-acre George B. B. Wright Reservation, which has the 1.5-mile-long Bill Tucker Trail that loops around the park. Bordering Chelmsford Center on the west side, Lime Kiln Quarry, which was mined for limestone and dates back to the 1700s, and the Bartlett Woodlot Freeman Trail are additional places for hikes. Situated right next to 110 Baseball Fields, a local field for baseball games and practices, there is an entryway to the 25-mile-long Bruce Freeman Rail Trail that lets people bike or run anywhere from Lowell to Framingham. Golfers can also book tee times at the Chelmsford Country Club.
Locals can walk run or bike down the Bartlett Woodlot Freeman Trail in Chelmsford.
Large acres of beautiful sceneries are one of many features of Warren-Pohl Conservation.
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Shops and restaurants around Central Square
Chelmsford Center has some of the town’s most popular restaurants and shops. Located at the heart of downtown along Central Square, Fishbones is a fish market and seafood restaurant that serves New England classics such as clam chowder, crab cakes and lobster rolls. As the restaurant does not take reservations, “make sure you show up a half-hour or hour before you’re hungry,” Souza says. 110 Grill Chelmsford has classic American fare with a full bar, and Herradura Vieja Restaurante Mexicano is a popular cantina known for its margaritas and chicken quesadillas. Right next door, Summer Street Grocers is a gourmet grocery store with organic produce and hot food bowls. The town also has a summer and winter farmers market, which are named Chelmsford Market on the Common and Maxwell’s Winter Farmers Market, respectively. Across from Interstate 495, Chelmsford Mall is slightly north of Chelmsford Center and has big-box and department stores such as Kohl’s and Michaels. Market Basket and Stop & Shop are also adjacent to or near the mall.
After work, local love to eat and drink at Navigation Brewing Co. in Chelmsford.
The town center has a wide street with brick sidewalks and plenty of parking.
Fishbones is a popular seafood eatery and fish market.
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Locals of Chelmsford can hop on the LRTA bus line to reach the Lowell Commuter Rail.
An MBTA commuter rail station in neighboring Lowell
Although much of the neighborhood has sidewalks, Chelmsford Center is still relatively car-dependent. Interstate 495 and U.S. Route 3 intersect and pass through the heart of the town, which makes commuting to nearby townships and cities convenient. People can take U.S. Route 3 southbound for 30 to 35 miles and get to Boston and the Boston Logan International Airport. Those who opt for public transit can take the Lowell Regional Transit Authority buses to the neighboring city of Lowell. From there, people can take the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority’s commuter train, the Lowell Line, for direct access to Boston’s North Station. While the medical center Atrius Health Chelmsford is 2 miles away, the Lowell General Hospital is about 5 miles north of the town center for more comprehensive exams and treatments.
Art events and community festivals in Chelmsford
Chelmsford is also known as a cultural center with various programs and activities offered by The Chelmsford Community of the Arts. The art center has a variety of rotating artist exhibits, music events and art festivals, including karaoke and open mic nights at the center’s cabaret room, the Chelmsford Film Festival and the 10-minute Play Festival. Additional events include the 2-mile road race at the Independence Day Parade & Country Fair, the annual fall festival and the Holiday Gift Stroll of Center Village.
The Chelmsford Center for Arts is in a historical building.
The Community Band Gather every summer to perform live at the Town Common in Chelmsford.
Locals love to spend Saturday mornings walking around the Market on the Common in Chelmsford.
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Parks in this Area
Red Wing Farm Reservation
Harmony Park
Thomas Crowley Park
Friendship Park At Roberts Field
Henry S Perham Park
Heart Pond Park
Transit
Airport
Manchester Boston Regional
45 min drive
Bus
Wilson St & Chelmsford St
Bus
79 Littleton
Bus
Village Square
Bus
Wilson St & Billerica Rd
Bus
Chelmsford St & Independence Dr
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Radisson Hotel
Bus
Marshall's Plaza
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Chelmsford Center
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Chelmsford Center, Chelmsford sell after 26 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Chelmsford Center, Chelmsford over the last 12 months is $701,925, up 20% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Exciting News! Things are moving! You should too! ONLY 9 UNITS LEFT OUT OF 18 in this LUXURY TOWNHOUSE style condo development. A blend of sophistication and comfort. Enjoy the open floor plan for functional living. Hardwood floors. Gorgeous Quarts Island kitchen. Relax in front the 60"wall fireplace. 3 tasteful Bedrooms and 3.5 Beautifully tiled baths. 3rd bedroom or use as Flex space for
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Newly Renovated and Updated Two bedroom and 1 bath apartment located in close proximity to shopping, schools, parks, bike/walk trail and highways. This unit has been painted throughout, updated kitchen and bath and has laundry in the building. Also there is assigned off street parking and heat and hot water are included. Seeking respectful and responsible tenant with good credit and rental
Two bedroom apartment updated and maintained at sought after Magnolia Arms Complex. Located in close proximity to Town Center, Shopping, Schools and more. This unit is freshly painted, 1.5 updated baths, New carpet, updated kitchen w/ granite counters and new appliances, Professionally managed, Newer balcony with composite decking, Assigned parking, Laundry in the building and much more.
Interested in learning more about homes in this area?
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,585
Median Age
45
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$99,728
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$140,494
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.4%
College Graduates
60.3%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
22.8%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
69.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
49''
Average Winter Low Temperature
18°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
44''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
60/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
70/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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