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Golden Triangle

Golden Triangle

Suburban Neighborhood in Chelmsford, Massachusetts

Middlesex County 01824

$638,338 Average Value
$422 Average Price per Sq Ft

Peaceful suburban living in Chelmsford

Situated by the intersection of Interstate 495 and U.S. Route 3, Golden Triangle is a serene neighborhood with a complete suburban package in the town of Chelmsford. The area is home to a handful of residential pockets, and are interspersed with many companies, corporate offices and laboratories. Golden Triangle is also wooded and peaceful, with recreational facilities and outdoor hiking routes abound. The community is close to the restaurants and shops in Chelmsford Center, and is zoned for the Chelmsford Public Schools, a reputable public school district with an overall A Niche grade.

A picturesque location nearby is the The Millstream and feeds into the Russell Mill Pond.
A picturesque location nearby is the The Millstream and feeds into the Russell Mill Pond.
In the Golden Triangle neighborhood in Chelmsford, you can find elegant colonial homes.
In the Golden Triangle neighborhood in Chelmsford, you can find elegant colonial homes.
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Subdivision homes in Golden Triangle

Most homes in Golden Triangle were built in the latter half of the 20th century and often list between $500,000 to $750,000. Common architectural styles for single-family homes include Colonial Revival, Cape Cods, split levels and ranch styles, and the median lot size is about 15,000 square feet. Townhouses from the 1980s can go for about $500,000, with new developments fetch for $600,000 to $750,000. Aside from some older houses, most properties in the neighborhood are part of subdivision homes that have monthly HOA fees. The community’s landscape is densely wooded, and homes are comfortably spread apart on residential roads.

A contemporary Colonial Revival styled home sits on a hill in the Golden Triangle neighborhood.
A contemporary Colonial Revival styled home sits on a hill in the Golden Triangle neighborhood.
A row of newly built townhomes found in the Golden Triangle neighborhood of Chelmsford, MA.
A row of newly built townhomes found in the Golden Triangle neighborhood of Chelmsford, MA.
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Chelmsford Public Schools has a student-teach ratio of 13-to-1

Prospective primary schools include South Row Elementary School and Center Elementary School, both of which have an A-minus Niche grade. Students may continue to the A-minus Parker Middle School and McCarthy Middle School. They, they may finish secondary education at Chelmsford High School, which has an A rating. The local high school provides dual enrollment courses in science and business, as well as study abroad opportunities for those who study a second language. Qualified students who demonstrate fluency and proficiency in a foreign language may be awarded the Massachusetts State Seal of Biliteracy. Knowledge Beginnings South is a private kinder care school located in the neighborhood.

Mccarthy Middle School is a well regarded in the Westlands area.
Mccarthy Middle School is a well regarded in the Westlands area.
Chelmsford High School boasts an A rating and better-than-average student teacher ratios.
Chelmsford High School boasts an A rating and better-than-average student teacher ratios.
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Natural spaces and hiking trails around Chelmsford

Locals can find many outdoor spaces and recreation opportunities around the neighborhood. Located right outside the south end of the community, Russell Mill Pond and Town Forest have trails for walks and mountain biking, and the adjacent Murphy Field is a popular place for soccer games and practices. Chelmsford Forum, an indoor ice-skating rink, is by the east side of the area, and Manning State Park is less than a mile south. The state park has a splash pad, a playground with climbing structures, picnic areas and trails for walks with pets. The Bruce Freeman Rail Trail, which will stretch 25 miles once complete, is another popular place for locals to exercise and enjoy the outdoors.

The splash pad at the Warren H Manning State Park in Billerica, MA.
The splash pad at the Warren H Manning State Park in Billerica, MA.
Explore the lakeside trails at the Russell Mill Pond and Town Forest in Chelmsford, MA.
Explore the lakeside trails at the Russell Mill Pond and Town Forest in Chelmsford, MA.
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Restaurants in Chelmsford Center

Popular restaurants around the neighborhood include the popular Mexican cantina Casa Blanca and Moonstones, which is an upscale dining spot that serves creative tapas and entrees. Pressed Café, a local chain breakfast place, is located right in the community. Additional eateries in Chelmsford Center include Fishbones and 110 Grill Chelmsford. Grocery options include Market Basket and Stop & Shop, both of which are adjacent to Chelmsford Mall, which has department and big-box stores such as Kohl’s and Michaels. Walmart is about 2.5 miles farther north in town. Chelmsford also has both a summer and a winter farmers market for locals to shop for fresh produce and artisanal goods.

The colorful decor of the nearby Casa Blanca Mexican Restaurant & Cantina in Chelmsford, MA.
The colorful decor of the nearby Casa Blanca Mexican Restaurant & Cantina in Chelmsford, MA.
Fisbones seafood restaurant in Chelmsford is a local favorite.
Fisbones seafood restaurant in Chelmsford is a local favorite.
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Navigating into Lowell and Boston

This car-dependent neighborhood is situated right by the intersection of Interstate 495 and U.S. Route 3. Chelmsford is about 27 miles north of Boston, and people can take U.S. Route 3 to get to the city. The medical center Atrius Health Chelmsford is located right in Golden Triangle, and Lowell General Hospital is about 6 miles north and across the Merrimack River in the neighboring city Lowell. There is also a Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority commuter rail station in Lowell, which can also take passengers directly to Boston’s North Station. Those who want to take public transit to access the Greater Lowell area can look for the bus routes serviced by the Lowell Regional Transit Authority, and the Boston Logan International Airport is approximately 32 miles away.

The LRTA provides bus transportation around the area including a stop at the Chelmsford Mall.
The LRTA provides bus transportation around the area including a stop at the Chelmsford Mall.
This contemporary Colonial Revival-styled home sits on a small hill in the Golden Triangle.
This contemporary Colonial Revival-styled home sits on a small hill in the Golden Triangle.
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Community events in Chelmsford

The town hosts many community events throughout the calendar year, including a fall festival, a watermelon festival and the Holiday Gift Stroll of Center Village. The annual Independence Day Parade & Country Fair is one of the biggest celebrations in town, and the parade is predated by a 2 Mile Road Race. The Chelmsford Community of the Arts also has many workshops and events for town residents, including karaoke and open mic nights, the annual Chelmsford Film Festival and the 10-minute Play Festival. “The Chelmsford Community of the Arts is a place to experience the joy and fun in all forms of art,” says Lauren Cochran, who is the center’s executive director. “We have a gallery that displays artwork by local artists, a cabaret room and a community band. We are also starting the Chelmsford Children’s Chorus, and we want to offer as many programs as we can to Chelmsford and to the surrounding towns as well.”

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

General Edward Lawrence Logan International

45 min drive

Bus

Billerica Rd & Apollo Dr

Bus

Alpha Rd & Stuart Rd

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Harvard Pilgrim Vanguard

Bus

254 Billerica Rd

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6 Stuart St

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Billerica Rd & Industrial Ave

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Billerica Rd & Elliot St

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Golden Triangle US
Homicide 1 4
Sexual Assault 1 4
Assault with Weapon 1 4
Robbery 2 4
Burglary 2 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 2 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 2 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$645,000
Median Single Family Price
$632,500
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$488,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$422
Last 12 months Home Sales
5
Median List Price
$625,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
-3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-9%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
182
Median Year Built
1990
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,582
Below the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,406
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,378
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
15,245

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Rent

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
1,250
Median Age
40
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$140,441
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$155,564

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
95.7%
College Graduates
74.4%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
33.4%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
73.2%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
49''
Average Winter Low Temperature
18°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
20''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

24 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

7 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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