Why Live in Farms I
Farms I in Chelmsford features homes built in the latter part of the 20th century, including Cape Cods, Colonial Revivals, and ranch styles on wooded landscapes. Properties typically have half-acre lots with verdant lawns and natural tree dividers. Streets are interconnected, slightly bending, and lack sidewalks and street lamps. The neighborhood is adjacent to Russell Mill Pond and Town Forest, offering mountain biking trails and Murphy Field for soccer games. Great Brook State Park, with over 1,000 acres of parkland, 20 miles of trails, and a dairy farm, is on the south side, while Vietnam Veterans Park in Billerica, less than 4 miles away, provides sports fields, an archery range, and a disc golf course. Local dining options include Pizza Place and Rufina's, with more restaurants and grocery options available at Chelmsford Town Center and Chelmsford Mall. The Chelmsford Community of the Arts hosts art lessons, exhibits, and events like open-mic nights and the Festival of Trees. Annual town events include the Independence Day Parade & Country Fair and the Holiday Gift Stroll of Center Village. Commuters have access to Interstate 495, U.S. Route 3, and the Lowell Regional Transit Authority, with Boston and Boston Logan International Airport about 30 miles away. The neighborhood has a crime score significantly lower than the national average. Schools in the area include South Row Elementary, Parker Middle School, McCarthy Middle School, and Chelmsford High School, all highly rated and offering comprehensive educational programs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Farms I a good place to live?
Farms I is a good place to live. Farms I is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Farms I has 1 park for recreational activities. It has a median age of 46. The average household income is $150,612 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 50.8% of residents. A majority of residents in Farms I are home owners, with 5.2% of residents renting and 94.8% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Farms I can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Farms I neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Farms I?
The median home price in Farms I is $669,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $134,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.56%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,410 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $146K a year to afford the median home price in Farms I. The average household income in Farms I is $151K.
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Home Trends in Farms I, MA
On average, homes in Farms I, Chelmsford sell after 20 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Farms I, Chelmsford over the last 12 months is $676,500, up 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$676,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$699,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$405
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
12
Median List Price
$669,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
-2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
3%