Residents find a small waterfront area in Upper Acre, which is situated next to the Merrimack River and New Hampshire, and is just 36 miles north of Boston. The area is known as the “Queen Shoe City of the World” after its role in the industry during the early 1900s. Today, the community has a two-block section called the Washington Street Shoe District, which is lined with old shoe factory buildings. Major employers in Upper Acre include The Holy Family Hospital and The Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, which is in New Hampshire.
Upper Acre is a heavily-wooded area.
20th-century homes with small porches
The neighborhood has an assortment of stylish, early 20th-century dwellings. “The homes here are really beautiful,” says Stacey Caruso, a Realtor who has worked at Coldwell Banker Realty for over a decade. Residents will find single-family Colonial and Classic Revivals and Art Deco homes ranging from $400,000 to $600,000 with wooded backyards and fenced porches. Houses tend to sit closely together, with many properties in the neighborhood including some lawn space and decent-sized sidewalks. Multifamily units are popular with developers, who purchase them to use as rental properties. “There’s a lot of investment in the area,” Caruso says. “Homes tend to sell quickly around Upper Acre, no matter the style.”
Honors programs at Haverhill High School
Children who go through Haverhill Public Schools, which has a C-plus from Niche, attend Pentucket Lake Elementary School, which also has a C-plus. Kids advance to John G. Whittier Middle, which has five career technical education programs and a C-plus. Haverhill High School has a B-minus from Niche and offers students an extensive honors program called the Classical Academy.
Kids can let loose at the 12th Avenue playground.
Play outside on 12th Avenue
There’s a small playground in proximity to some homes on 12th Avenue, where children can enjoy themselves. The Alfred DiBartolomeo Memorial Park is a popular waterfront location where residents can take in views of Lake Pentucket while going on picnics. Residents visit the Merrimack River for fishing, boating and swimming. The Renaissance Golf Course and Haverhill Country Club are used for practicing golfing techniques.
Driving across state lines
Upper Acre provides commuting convenience as well, situated close to Interstate 495. Residents here can hop on I-495 for drives around town and to Boston and New Hampshire. Public transportation is available by train from the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority or by bus from The Merrimack Valley Regional Transit Authority. The Boston Logan International Airport is 38 miles away.
Indulge in a chicken sandwiches at Mother Cluckers.
Local restaurants on Primrose Street
Locals start their mornings at Raff’s Café, which is located on Primrose Street. “People like Raff’s since it’s been around for a long time,” Caruso says. Mother Cluckers is a popular restaurant known for its chicken sandwiches and wings. Residents use Market Basket for groceries and hygiene products, while Home Depot is used for home improvement items.
Weekend concerts on the beach
The neighborhood hosts weekly concerts at the Blue Ocean Music Hall, which is located next to the Salisbury Public Beach. Residents visit New Hampshire, which is 3 miles away, for recreational adventures at Diana’s Baths, a waterfall location. Boston is roughly 45 minutes away and offers locals many history museums and statues like the U.S.S. Constitution. Sports enthusiasts can enjoy baseball games at Fenway Park.
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Parks in this Area
Swasey Field Park
Alfred DiBartilomeo Memorial Park
Fishing
Lake
Veasey Memorial Park
Bike Trails
Trails
Merrimack River Park
Winnekenni Park
Boxford Town Forest
Trails
Nature Center
Hiking
Transit
Airport
Portsmouth International at Pease
40 min drive
Bus
Main Street & 19th Avenue
Bus
Main Street & 11th Avenue
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Upper Acre
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
5
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Upper Acre, Haverhill sell after 16 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Upper Acre, Haverhill over the last 12 months is $482,315, up 8% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,177
Median Age
38
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.6%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$100,872
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$98,632
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
89.6%
College Graduates
35.2%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
13.7%
% Population in Labor Force
79%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
49''
Average Winter Low Temperature
20°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
35''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
32/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
32/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
26/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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