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Former mill town with great accessibility
Southside Fitchburg, about 30 miles north of Worcester and 60 miles west of Boston, is a neighborhood in the city of Fitchburg. It has access to the Twin Cities Rail Trail, a bike path that connects it to its sister city, Leominster, about 5 miles south, and is a short drive from key highways that lead throughout the state. Plus, everyday amenities in strip malls and local eateries lining downtown are both less than a mile from Southside Fitchburg. “Fitchburg is a great little town with a very New England feel,” says Brenda Cormier, a Realtor with Re/Max Vision who grew up in Leominster and sells homes in both cities. “It’s a former paper mill town, probably past its heyday. But it still has a great community feel. There is still a lot going on in Fitchburg.”
Southside Fitchburg is a perfect neighborhood for buyers seeking large, older homes.
Residents of Southside can shop at Market Basket for their groceries.
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Everyday amenities and local eateries
Clustered strip malls in the southwestern part of the neighborhood offer everyday amenities like a CVS pharmacy, a Cumberland Farms convenience store, Family Dollar, Aubuchon Hardware, Dunkin’ and Park Hill Pizza. Just north of Southside Fitchburg, the Central Plaza strip mall has a Market Basket grocery store, Crunch Fitness gym and more. The rows of shops and restaurants in downtown Fitchburg are about a mile north of the neighborhood. Here, locals can eat at restaurants like Dario’s Ristorante, an upscale Italian eatery; Tacos Tequila Mexican Cocina, with large portions and jumbo margaritas; or Rise & Grind Café, a popular breakfast spot.
Market Basket is a conveniently located grocery store option for Southside Fitchburg residents.
Hannaford Grocery Store is convenient to Southside Fitchburg residents.
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Homes in classic New England styles
Homes in Southside Fitchburg sit on green yards along cracked, bumpy roads. Like much of the city, the neighborhood is hilly. About half of the residents in Southside Fitchburg rent, while the other half own their homes. Bungalows, Cape Cods and Colonial Revivals often line the same streets as multifamily properties in fading pastel colors. Potential homebuyers can find single-family homes for between $220,000 and $620,000, depending on the size, age and condition. Investors wanting to purchase a multifamily building can find them for between $375,000 and $600,000.
Three bedroom houses are very commonly found throughout Southside Fitchburg.
Many larger homes in the Southside Fitchburg neighborhood have four bedrooms.
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Getting around Southside Fitchburg
This is a car-dependent neighborhood. Massachusetts State Route 12 spans the neighborhood’s northern border and leads south toward Leominster and Worcester, about 30 miles away. The 5-mile Twin Cities Rail Trail connects Fitchburg to Leominster and is popular with walkers and bikers. A Massachusetts Bay Transit Authority station is nearby, leading riders about 60 miles east to Boston. The trip usually takes about two hours. Cormier mentions that when people want to fly, they head to the Boston Logan International Airport. “It’s the closest airport that provides the most amount of flights,” she says.
Wandering Coggshall Park, picking pumpkins at Hollis Hills Farm
Coggshall Park, just south of the neighborhood, spans 250 acres. Pine trees surround the central Mirror Lake, where geese swim in the water and walkers stroll paved paths beside it. A red-topped gazebo appears to float on the lake, and a playground and softball field offer places to get active. The nearby Fitchburg Art Museum – or FAM – offers an indoor, contemplative stroll. Visitors can wander through the museum's rotating and permanent exhibits, including Egyptian artifacts and a gallery dedicated to the museum’s founder and Fitchburg local, Eleanor Norcross. North of the neighborhood, Hollis Hills Farm is a popular weekend excursion at all times of year. “It’s funny that nowadays a farm is used for entertainment and not for necessity,” Cormier says. In the fall, folks pick pumpkins, while live music floats through the air, and berries grow from the bushes in the summer. For a weekend of family fun, the Great Wolf Lodge, a waterpark and hotel, is about 5 miles southwest of the neighborhood.
Coggshall Park near South Fitchburg offers residents a walking trail and a disc golf course.
Folks let their dogs socialize and play at the dog park near Southside.
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Fresh produce at the summer farmer's market
The city of Fitchburg hosts numerous community events throughout the year. From June to October, local vendors sell produce and other goods at the Fitchburg Farmer’s Market, which is held every third Thursday at the Fitchburg Art Museum and every second Saturday in downtown Fitchburg’s historic Upper Common. Kids visit the businesses along Main Street for the Trick or Treat on Main Street event every year. Another popular event is the Santa Parade and Holiday Tree Lighting in December.
Advanced courses at Fitchburg High, nearby Fitchburg State
Students are zoned for Fitchburg Public Schools. They can attend Reingold Elementary School, Memorial Middle School and Fitchburg High School. All three of these schools receive B-minus scores from Niche. Fitchburg High School offers Early College programs, Career and Technical Education courses, a STEM Academy and an Honors Academy. Fitchburg State University, a public university that educates about 3,500 undergraduates, is about a mile north of the neighborhood. “The college attracts a lot of Fitchburg locals,” Cormier says.
Memorial School is located in Cleghorn, a neighborhood near residents of Southside.
Fitchburg High School is known for it's academic excellence and strong athletics program near Southside.
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Parks in this Area
Parkhill Park
Laurel St park
Monument Park
Coggshall Park
Riverfront Park
Sadie Quatrale Park
Babe DiConza Memorial Park Playground
Transit
Airport
Worcester Regional
46 min drive
Train
Fitchburg
Bus
Central Plaza (Market Basket), Fitchburg
Bus
130 Water St & Central Plaza, Fitchburg
Bus
South Street & Pine Street, Fitchburg
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Southside
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
5
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Southside, Fitchburg sell after 32 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Southside, Fitchburg over the last 12 months is $375,399, up 18% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
New improved layout, with two bedrooms in-law suite in the first floor. This property is single family house with a separate entry in-law suite on public record. This is also listed as single family in MLS. The in-law suite can be rented as a separate unit. Buyers and buyer agent to do your own due diligence to verify. The main house has 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths. The property sits on 2.2 acres,
This three family property is perfect for either an investor or an owner occupied buyer as the third floor apartment is vacant, newly renovated, and ready to move in. The first and second floor apartments have the same layout with a large central living room, a large eat in kitchen, three bedrooms, and a full bathroom with a tub/shower. The third floor apartment is a bit smaller with only two
Charming and affordable single-family home in a rapidly growing part of Fitchburg! This well-maintained 2-bedroom, 1-bath home features a clean, functional layout with potential to expand the first floor by an additional 300–500 sq ft. Located near schools, shopping, and public transportation, this property offers first-time buyers or investors a great opportunity. Recent 2-bedroom sales in the
This recently renovated apartment features 4 bedrooms, 1 full bath, new kitchen cabinets, new stainless-steel appliances, granite countertops and more. Conveniently located near shopping center Central Plaza, restaurants, Route 2, downtown, and more!
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has Equal Renters and Owners
Demographics
Total Population
4,270
Median Age
35
Population Density
11 ppl/acre
Population under 18
28.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.4%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$79,062
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$85,735
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
89%
College Graduates
20.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
7.2%
% Population in Labor Force
73.2%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
16°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
63''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
52/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
51/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
40/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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