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Littleton Road

Littleton Road

$576,686 Average Value
$183 Average Price per Sq Ft
2 Homes For Sale

Littleton Road offers a compact community close to I-495

On the outskirts of Chelmsford, Littleton Road offers some of the lowest-priced homes in town. Chelmsford was incorporated in 1655 and was supported by its mills and quarries for much of its history. The construction of the Middlesex Canal, a 27-mile waterway that connected the Merrimack River to the Port of Boston, saw Chelmsford grow into a populated suburb in the early 1800s. While areas closer to Lowell became subdivisions, South Chelmsford retained more of the town’s agricultural identity. Littleton Road, however, carved out its own compact community of lower-priced properties. “While the rest of South Chelmsford is pretty rural, there’s a lot of condos and rental properties available here,” says Pat Dearborn, vice president for Coldwell Banker Residential, who’s been selling homes in the area for over 35 years. The north end of the neighborhood is zoned for industrial use and has access to Interstate 495, providing access to Boston in less than an hour.
An overview of the Littleton Road neighborhood with several home styles from cape cods to colonial revival styled homes.
An overview of the Littleton Road neighborhood with several home styles from cape cods to colonial revival styled homes.
Residents can enjoy the large open fields at Red Wing Farm Reservation.
Residents can enjoy the large open fields at Red Wing Farm Reservation.
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Brisk market of single-family, condos and manufactured homes

The neighborhood features a mix of single-family homes, condos and manufactured homes. There are Colonials from as early as 1880, as well as newer Cape Cods and ranch-style homes. Single-family homes typically sell for $600,000 to $900,000. Condominium buildings line Littleton Road, offering two- and three-bedroom units that usually go for $300,000 to $500,000. Two- to four-bedroom manufactured homes in the Chelmsford Commons Community sell for $70,000 to $150,000. “Homes are usually only available for a couple of weeks. Chelmsford’s market moves very fast,” says Dearborn.
A colorful, large farmhouse styled home in the Littleton Road neighborhood of Chelmsford, MA.
A colorful, large farmhouse styled home in the Littleton Road neighborhood of Chelmsford, MA.
Colonial revival style homes like this one are common in the Littleton Road neighborhood.
Colonial revival style homes like this one are common in the Littleton Road neighborhood.
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Early associate’s degree program at Chelmsford High

Students may start at Byam Elementary, which gets a B-plus from Niche, before going to Parker Middle, which receives an A-minus. Chelmsford High earns an A and gives students the opportunity to complete most of their coursework for an associate's degree before graduating.
Students are held to high standards at Byam Elementary School in South Chelmsford.
Students are held to high standards at Byam Elementary School in South Chelmsford.
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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Commuting via I-495

Interstate 495 is just north of the neighborhood, running 32 miles north to the New Hampshire border and 88 miles south to Cape Cod. I-495 also connects to U.S. Route 3 near downtown, taking commuters 27 miles south to Boston. There are bus stops on Littleton Road for Lowell Regional Transit Authority bus route 15, which provides daily service to the Kennedy Transfer Center. From the Kennedy Center, there’s a train with daily service to and from North Station in Boston. The closest hospital, Lowell General, is 7 miles north. The closest airport, Boston Logan International, is 33 miles south.

Hiking and biking through the area

The town’s former Lime Kiln Quarry, which operated from 1700 to 1830, became a 66-acre conservation area in 2011. The looping 1.3-mile trail weaves through forest and around abandoned caves, and the quarry’s limestone gives the soil a high pH level that supports uncommon plants. South of the neighborhood, the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail is a 16-mile path from Acton to Lowell that follows former railroad tracks. Heart Pond Beach provides swimming access and a sliver of sandy coast, as well as a playground. And golfers can head 2 miles south to the Chelmsford Country Club, which is open to the public, for a nine-hole course and an on-site pro shop.
Many residents in the Littleton Road neighborhood area enjoy cycling or walking along the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail.
Many residents in the Littleton Road neighborhood area enjoy cycling or walking along the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail.
Residents of all ages can enjoy the Heart Pond beach during the summer months in the Littleton Road neighborhood.
Residents of all ages can enjoy the Heart Pond beach during the summer months in the Littleton Road neighborhood.
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Locally owned restaurants on Littleton Road

Along Littleton Road, there are popular locally owned eateries like Shri Masala Cafe Chettinad with authentic Indian entrees and Mexican Chili Restaurant with traditional Latin food. Residents can head 3 miles west to Westford Valley Marketplace for Whole Foods Market and Market Basket. And 3 miles east, there’s an array of locally owned shops and restaurants downtown along Chelmsford Street.
Evviva Trattoria offers a wide variety of Italian inspired meals near the Littleton Road neighborhood in the Westford area.
Evviva Trattoria offers a wide variety of Italian inspired meals near the Littleton Road neighborhood in the Westford area.
Market Basket is one of many stores in the Cornerstone Square shopping center near the Littleton Road neighborhood.
Market Basket is one of many stores in the Cornerstone Square shopping center near the Littleton Road neighborhood.
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Annual events at the town common

Annual events are held throughout the year at the Chelmsford Town Common, including the Independence Day Parade & Country Fair with local vendors and live music. The town’s Fall Festival on the last Saturday in September offers food vendors and family activities. There’s also a service held on Memorial Day and Veterans Day, as well as a holiday prelude and tree lighting on the first Sunday in December.
Visit more than 30 vendors at the Fall Craft Fair held at the Chelmsford Elks Lodge.
Visit more than 30 vendors at the Fall Craft Fair held at the Chelmsford Elks Lodge.
This Veteran's Day, help us to honor those who served at the Chelmsford Elks Lodge.
This Veteran's Day, help us to honor those who served at the Chelmsford Elks Lodge.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Manchester Boston Regional

47 min drive

Bus

Littleton Rd & Patriot Way

Bus

Littleton Rd & Beth Ann Dr

Bus

Across From 181 Littleton

Bus

273 Littleton

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360 Littleton

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175 Littleton

Bus

Kidder Rd & Littleton Rd

Littleton Road Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$287,500
Median Sale Price
$196,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$280,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
1
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-53%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$183

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
781
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Median Year Built
1985
Months of Supply
24.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,833
On par with the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,651
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,142
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,095
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
40,510

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
3,164
Median Age
43
Population under 18
22.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$97,633
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$131,171

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
99.1%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
47.5%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
22.7%
% Population in Labor Force
68.9%

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®

42 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

25 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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