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Webster Square

Webster Square

Suburban Neighborhood in Worcester, Massachusetts

Worcester County 01602, 01603, 01611

$413,134 Average Value
$292 Average Price per Sq Ft
7 Homes For Sale
The residential Webster Square is a short distance from Worcester.
The residential Webster Square is a short distance from Worcester.

A neighborhood with a bit of everything

Webster Square has a little bit of everything — grassy, suburban neighborhoods, busy commercial roadways and sprawling green spaces. The western Worcester neighborhood is known across the city for being a busy urban center. But it also has its fair share of outdoor spaces for recreational activities, like Coes Reservoir and Parson’s Cider Mill. “It’s a culturally diverse neighborhood,” says Otis Tat, a Realtor with Excelsior Realty, who grew up in Webster Square. “Oftentimes, the area gets overlooked, but it has a wonderful school system with a unique program with Clark University.”

University Park Campus School in Worcester: Nurturing academic excellence.
University Park Campus School in Worcester: Nurturing academic excellence.

Free tuition at Clark University for some residents

Students are zoned for The Worcester Public Schools District and can attend Gates Lane School of International Studies for kindergarten to sixth grade, which receives a C-grade from Niche. Then, they can finish their public education at University Park Campus School (UPCS), which Niche gives a B-plus. Clark University, a private four-year school, is also in the area and offers free tuition to UPCS students who have lived in qualifying neighborhood zones for 5 or more years and meet certain academic standards.

Recreation at Coes Reservoir and Parson’s Cider Mill

Roughly 20 acres of public green space lie on the eastern bank of the Coes Reservoir. Commonly known as Coes Pond, the area features 5 miles of walking trails, a playground and a public beach. The well-maintained boardwalk along the reservoir offers plenty of seating and waterfront views. Parson’s Cider Mill, a hiking spot near the foundation of a former apple cider mill, has a mile-long trail that loops through a wooded landscape and passes two ponds. Just north of the Parson’s Cider Mill is a property with a bit of an otherworldly connection. Solomon Parsons, whose family owned the cider mill land, dedicated the plot to his God with an inscription on a boulder that can still be seen today. Now known as God’s Acre, the land includes an overlook where hikers can get a sweeping view of the city. Bennett Field on Main Street has a softball field and playground, as well as a public pool that’s open during the warmer months.

Coes Park welcomes their visitors to walk along Coes Pond.
Coes Park welcomes their visitors to walk along Coes Pond.
A man jogs around the Coes Reservoir in Webster Square Worcester.
A man jogs around the Coes Reservoir in Webster Square Worcester.
John J. Binienda Beach is a great place for families to enjoy the water of Coes Pond.
John J. Binienda Beach is a great place for families to enjoy the water of Coes Pond.
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Homes for buyers, investors and renters

Webster Square residents have their pick of home styles in the area’s densely packed suburban neighborhoods. Buyers can expect Cape Cods, Colonial-Revivals, duplexes and ranch-style homes. Prices start around $200,000 for a two-bedroom, one-bathroom property and can reach into the $700,000 range for a multi-family home with Victorian influences. There are also rental homes in the area. Tat says, “There’s a lot of routes investors can take, whether they want to rent to young professionals or families. Since Clark University is so involved with the local school and neighborhood, investors buy around that area and rent properties to college students.”

Webster Square has a wide variety of Cape Cod style homes.
Webster Square has a wide variety of Cape Cod style homes.
Residents of Webster Square enjoy homes with large backwards.
Residents of Webster Square enjoy homes with large backwards.
Many homes in Webster Square have large front yards and porches.
Many homes in Webster Square have large front yards and porches.
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Grab essentials at Webster Square Plaza

Webster Square Plaza, on Main Street, and the surrounding area have a variety of big-box stores, restaurants, and services. Locals can grab groceries from Shaw’s, exercise at Planet Fitness, pick up basics from Dollar Tree or get dinner from Kai Sushi Bar & Grill, which serves sushi and a variety of drink selections. For brunch, breakfast or a Mediterranean lunch, stop by Livia’s Dish, a popular eatery featuring crepes, Texas French toast and a variety of White Russians.

Enjoy some signature plates like Hangover Skillet and French Toast Bites at Livia's Dish.
Enjoy some signature plates like Hangover Skillet and French Toast Bites at Livia's Dish.
Dollar Tree store in Webster Square, Worcester.
Dollar Tree store in Webster Square, Worcester.
Barrows Hardware store is the place you can find anything you need for your home, in Worcester.
Barrows Hardware store is the place you can find anything you need for your home, in Worcester.
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University Park Farmers Market

In University Park, right across from Clark University and about 2 miles from Webster Square, there’s a farmer’s market every Saturday from June to October. Residents can shop for local produce and food products, artisan crafts, and more.

This Worcester City bus is traveling through Webster Square.
This Worcester City bus is traveling through Webster Square.

Getting around Worcester

The nearby Worcester Regional Airport offers a quick way to travel domestically. Webster Square Medical Center is about 3 miles northeast, and locals can get downtown in about 4 miles. Bus routes lead throughout the city.

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Worcester Regional

10 min drive

Bus

Main St & Ludlow St

Bus

666 Park Ave

Bus

Mill St & Ball St

Bus

Main St & Sylvan St

Bus

Main St & Holland Rd

Bus

Main St & Montague St

Bus

Coes St & 51 Coes St

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Webster Square US
Homicide 4 4
Sexual Assault 5 4
Assault with Weapon 4 4
Robbery 5 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$400,000
Median Single Family Price
$410,000
Median Townhouse Price
$377,500
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$312,500
Median 1 Bedroom Price
$287,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$292
Number of Homes for Sale
7
Last 12 months Home Sales
85
Months of Supply
1.00
Median List Price
$389,499
Median Discount From 1st List Price
-2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
12%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,795
Median Year Built
1958
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,380
Significantly below the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,225
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,098
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
825
Average Studio Size Sq Ft
834
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,276

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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
12,195
Median Age
41
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.2%
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
$69,749
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$86,828

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
88%
College Graduates
26.9%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
8%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
66.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
48''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
79°F
Annual Snowfall
45''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

31 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

37 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

35 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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