Cordaville provides small-village life with regional connections
Centrally located between Worcester and Boston , Cordaville is one of four villages that make up the town of Southborough. While Cordaville, Downtown, Fayville and Southville have their own identity, they share schools, parks and infrastructure, creating a sense of interdependence. “Cordaville is an incredibly small section with just a couple of residential streets,” says Kristine Shifrin, a local Realtor with Andrew J Abu Realtors who was born and raised in Southborough and has been selling in the area for more than 27 years. “It’s unique because most of the neighborhood is within walking distance to the Southborough station, so it’s great for commuters.” In addition to the commuter rail, Interstate 90 runs along the village’s northern edge. “People very rarely move out of Southborough,” Shifrin adds. “The schools are desirable, and there are so many options to get outside."
Housing variety spans from vintage colonials to modern builds
Cordaville has a distinct residential character, with older Colonial-style houses and newer constructions. Single-family homes mingle with mature maple and oak trees, which shade the sidewalks that line most streets. Colonial designs—including Dutch Colonial and Federal—are common, as well as Cape Cods and ranch-style homes. Sizes and prices vary widely, ranging from about $450,000 to $910,000 for a 1,500- to 2,500-square-foot house. Larger residences ranging from 3,000 to over 6,000 square feet can command prices from $1 million to well over $2.5 million. “Cordaville is the older section of town, so there are a lot of cute vintage and antique homes,” Shifrin says. “Something for $450,000 might be more of a tear-down, with move-in ready prices starting around $550,000.”
Top-rated schools and community events anchor Southborough
Southborough Public Schools and Algonquin Regional High School, which both receive an A rating from Niche, serve local students. "We’re lucky because it’s one district, so kids are together all the way through,” Shifrin says. Students can begin at Mary E. Finn Elementary School, rated an A, for kindergarten and first grade, followed by Albert S. Woodward Memorial School, rated an A-minus, for grades 2 and 3. Fourth and fifth graders then attend Margaret A. Neary Elementary before advancing to Brent Trottier Middle School, both of which hold an A. Algonquin High School hosts the annual Activities Extravaganza for students to explore a wide range of clubs, including Operation Enduring Freedom, which supports military personnel and first responders through volunteering and fundraising.
Southborough is home to St. Mark’s School, a private co-ed boarding high school rated an A-plus. “The town has a nice relationship with the school, and St. Mark’s Field hosts lots of family-friendly events,” Shifrin says. “Heritage Day in October draws a huge crowd. It’s a nice fall event where everyone comes with their kids and goes to the different vendors. And they also do Santa Day, when Santa comes in on a helicopter and all the kids run in to greet him.” Shifrin also mentions a weekly food truck fair on Wednesday nights in the spring, as well as a free skate in the winter in the school’s ice rink.
Hopkinton State Park and recreation center offer adventures
Cordaville offers a mix of recreation, from public parks to community centers. “For a small town, there are so great many great facilities,” Shifrin says. “Like the ballfields are all in really great shape.” On the south side, Hopkinton State Park features 10 miles of marked hiking trails encircling Hopkinton Reservoir. Visitors can swim at lifeguard-staffed beaches from Memorial Day through Labor Day, launch kayaks from the sandy shore, and fish for bass and trout. Motorized boats are prohibited, preserving the park’s quiet atmosphere. “Southborough Recreation does a bunch of programs for adults and kids, like pottery and yoga,” Shifrin says. “And they have a nice playground right outside.” On the north side, Southborough Golf Club offers a public 9-hole course.
Commuters rely on Southborough station and Interstate 90
Cordaville commuters can use Interstate 90 for a 25-mile drive east to Boston and a 20-mile drive west to Worcester. The Southborough train station provides access to the MBTA commuter rail for direct service into both cities. “A lot of people commute to Boston, and in Cordaville you can walk to the train station, jump on and get straight to work,” Shifrin says. “It’s much quicker than commuting on the interstate.” The Southborough station also serves as a pick-up point for MBTA bus routes. For further travel, there’s Worcester Regional Airport and Boston Logan International Airport.
Local retail centers on Italian fare and market essentials
The village's shopping and dining scene is modest but functional, with a few local staples. Italian fare dominates, with Pizzaville known for its casual slices and Carbone’s offering a no-frills menu of pastas, seafood and other classic dishes. Cordaville’s Market, a recently remodeled convenience store, stocks select groceries and wine. For broader options, residents often head north to the neighboring villages of Fayville and Downtown, where additional restaurants, shops and services are located. Downtown is also home to UMass Memorial Health Hospital, providing medical care within close reach.
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Mary Beth Greene
