Suburban Neighborhood in Chelmsford, Massachusetts
Middlesex County 01824
$638,592Average Value$386Average Price per Sq Ft
A quiet community in Chelmsford
Westlands is a Chelmsford neighborhood that sits adjacent to Lowell and is at the fork of River Meadow Brook and Golden Cove. A quiet, suburban community featuring narrow streets, New England homes and shopping centers, Westlands has a cozy and inviting atmosphere. “You get that neighborhood feel here,” explains local Realtor Ali Ludwig of RE/MAX Triumph Realty. People greet and chat with their neighbors on the streets or across the front lawn, and children get together for games and trips to the parks. The community is also zoned for the A-rated Chelmsford Public Schools, which appeals to families with school-aged children. Situated between the intersection of Interstate 495 and U.S. Route 3, the area is also in proximity to the New Hampshire border and Boston.
Peaceful retreats in a New England neighborhood
Comprised primarily of single-family homes along gridded but hilly residential blocks, most houses in Westlands were built throughout the 20th century and include raised ranches, Cape Cods and Garrison-styles. Single-family homes usually list between $500,000 and under $1 million, with newly constructed properties taking up the higher end of the price range. Lots tend to be around a quarter-acre to 1 acre in size, and yards are usually well-kept. Several condos and townhouses can be spotted, and are around $200,000 and $450,000, respectively. “The north part of Chelmsford has older homes,” says Angela Caputo Griswold, a local resident and Realtor at ERA Key Realty Services with 6 years of experience. “Homes here cost less than neighboring Westford, so the property value is good, and you get more space for the money.”
In Chelmsford you can find charming Cape Cod homes with timeless design and cozy appeal.
Classic Cape Cod homes in Chelmsford blend coastal charm with inviting architectural style.
In Chelmsford you can find elegant colonial homes showcasing timeless New England charm.
Distinctive Garrison-style homes in Chelmsford feature classic charm and sturdy design.
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The A-rated Chelmsford Public Schools
Students here are zoned for Chelmsford Public Schools, which has an overall A Niche rating. Prospective schools include the K-4 Center Elementary School, Parker Middle School for fifth and sixth grades, and McCarthy Middle School for grades seven through eight. All three schools have an A-minus Niche score. Chelmsford High School earns an A and offers dual-enrollment business and engineering classes in conjunction with Middlesex Community College. The high school also has a comprehensive language department that provides students with travel abroad and cultural enrichment opportunities.
Mccarthy Middle School is a well regarded in the Chelmsford, MA area.
Chelmsford High School boasts an A rating and better-than-average student teacher ratios.
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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Department stores and businesses at Chelmsford Mall
Westlands is home to Chelmsford Mall, which has retailers, businesses and department stores such as Carter’s and Kohl’s. Stop & Shop sits adjacent to the shopping center, and Market Basket is in East Gate Plaza. Walmart is north of U.S. Route 3 in Lowell and is about 1 mile away. Several established restaurants are also in the neighborhood, including Moonstones, a tapas and small plates eatery that has a playful exterior. Feng Shui Sushi Hibachi Lounge serves hibachi-style entrees, signature sushi rolls and a buffet for lunch.
The Moonstones is an ecletic restaurant and bar in the Westlands neighborhood.
Walmart in Chelmsford is your one-stop shop for groceries, essentials and everyday savings.
Get your local groceries and home staples at Stop & Shop in Westlands.
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Public parks and playgrounds around town
About 5 miles north, Freeman Park has a sports field, pickleball and basketball courts, walking paths and Varney Playground, a play area with slides and swings. The adjacent 83-acre Freeman Lake has a public beach and is a popular place for swimming in the summer. Friendship Park, which is less than 4 miles west of the community, offers similar athletic amenities, a big playground featuring ziplines and climbing structures and a small pond for walks by the waterfront. People can also bike along the 25-mile Bruce Freeman Rail Trail that stretches from Lowell to Framingham, go boating along the Merrimack River, or book tee times at the nine-hole private Mount Pleasant Golf Club. “The Bruce Freeman Rail Trail is a big draw for people here,” Griswold says.
There is also access to the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail in the Westlands neighborhood.
Friendship Park in Chelmsford offers a large playground, ball fields and a walking path.
Varney Playground in Chelmsford is a family favorite for outdoor fun and vibrant play.
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Navigating to New Hampshire and Boston
The community is near the junction of Interstate 495 and U.S. Route 3, making it easy for residents to access the highways. “I think Chelmsford as a whole is very convenient,” Ludwig says. “We get a lot of people who need to commute.” The capital city and the Boston Logan International Airport are about 30 to 35 miles south via U.S. Route 3 and Interstate 93, and the area is about 13 miles away from the New Hampshire border. Those who take public transit into Boston can first take the Lowell Regional Transit Authority’s bus service to Lowell, and from Lowell’s train station, take the MBTA commuter rail. Lowell General Hospital is approximately 4 miles north of the neighborhood and across the Merrimack River.
Town-wide celebrations and art centers
The Chelmsford Community of the Arts provides many art workshops, exhibits and events. The gallery space usually has five to seven exhibits every season, with weekly trivia, karaoke or open-mic nights on rotation. The art center is also home to the Chelmsford Children’s Chorus and organizes annual events such as a holiday musical produced by the community theater. Festivals hosted by the town include the Independence Day Parade & Country Fair, which has a traditional 2-mile road race and activities for children. The Holiday Gift Stroll of Center Village, features live caroling, free gift-wrapping and shopping from local vendors.
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Parks in this Area
Tyler Park
Varney Playground & Freeman Lake Beach
Thomas Crowley Park
Chelmsford Dog Park
Friendship Park At Roberts Field
Henry S Perham Park
Transit
Airport
Manchester Boston Regional
44 min drive
Bus
Dalton Rd & Cortez St
Bus
Smith St & Bellevue St
Bus
Dalton Rd & Steadman St
Bus
Dalton Rd & North Rd
Bus
Kohls Plaza
Bus
Steadman & Bowl Rd
Bus
Dalton Rd & Field St
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Westlands
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Westlands, Chelmsford sell after 15 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Westlands, Chelmsford over the last 12 months is $609,371, up 5% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
3,775
Median Age
44
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$147,163
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$147,834
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.9%
College Graduates
48.6%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
18.4%
% Population in Labor Force
77.2%
Above the national average
65.1%
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®
45/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
47/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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