Shrewsbury

Shrewsbury

Located in Worcester County

$743,888 Average Value
$342 Average Price per Sq Ft
59 Homes For Sale

A Worcester suburb with a small town center surrounded by green spaces

Just 6 miles east of Worcester, Shrewsbury is a suburb with small-town character and natural amenities. In the town center, residents can listen to a story time at the local library and go to an upscale, locally owned eatery. Warm weather calls for a dip in Quinsigamond Lake, dotted with primary-colored sculling boats. The 220-foot-tall mountain at the nearby Ski Ward resort makes for the perfect wintertime day trip. “City life in Worcester, swimming and skiing are all less than 15 minutes away, but Shrewsbury isn’t any busier because of it. And you have easy access to both the Boston and Hartford turnpikes,” says Lee Josephs, a broker associate with Coldwell Banker and Shrewsbury local.

The town of Shrewsbury's municipal campus is in the heart of the city.
The town of Shrewsbury's municipal campus is in the heart of the city.
Residents can find free little libraries in many Shrewsbury neighborhoods.
Residents can find free little libraries in many Shrewsbury neighborhoods.
The church is the main focal point of the town of Shrewbury.
The church is the main focal point of the town of Shrewbury.
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Cottages and Colonials in Shrewsbury

Shrewsbury’s winding asphalt roads and cul-de-sacs are brimming with classic New England architecture built throughout the midcentury. Vinyl Cape Cods sit on 8,000-square-foot lots with backyards enclosed by picket fences. White hydrangeas bloom outside three-bedroom Tudor Cottages and Minimal Traditional ranch styles. All-brick Colonial Revivals often feature three to four bedrooms and driveways leading to one-car, attached garages. Buying here can cost anywhere between $450,000 and $700,000, a range slightly higher than a Worcester home’s average $400,000 selling price. “A ton of people have moved here within the last five years to get out of the city, so buying is really competitive,” says Josephs.

Shrewsbury offers many home styles from capes to ranches and colonials.
Shrewsbury offers many home styles from capes to ranches and colonials.
Shrewsbury homes often have manicured lawns, driveways and garages.
Shrewsbury homes often have manicured lawns, driveways and garages.
Shrewsbury has older classic homes as well as new construction.
Shrewsbury has older classic homes as well as new construction.
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A-rated Shrewsbury Public Schools

Children here can attend Walter J. Paton Elementary and Oak Middle, both of which have A grades from Niche. Lastly, students may go to A-plus-rated Shrewsbury High School, where the Innovations Pathways program offers classes in TV production, computer science and childcare. St. John’s High School has been a private all-boys option since 1959.

Shrewsbury High School is a public school in the town of shrewsbury
Shrewsbury High School is a public school in the town of shrewsbury
Oak Middle school, found in Shrewsbury serves grades seven & eight.
Oak Middle school, found in Shrewsbury serves grades seven & eight.
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Swimming at Quinsigamond Lake or snowboarding down the Mountain at Ski Ward

Locals may hear the crack of a bat or referees whistling at Maple Avenue Recreation Area, home to youth soccer fields and baseball diamonds. Wildflower meadows and towering American beech trees surround the 3 miles of nature trails at Carlstrom Memorial Forest, accessible off Gulf Street. Quinsigamond State Park is 4 miles west, and the entry fee is $8 for Massachusetts-registered cars. Beach chairs and towels dot the lake’s sandy shoreline every summer, and high school and college rowing teams compete on the 2,000-meter course every weekend from March through May. Largemouth bass, yellow perch and rainbow smelt are stocked here annually, making it a popular spot for anglers. Ski Ward is 3 miles east, and residents ski, snowboard or tube down nine slopes. Indoor activity hubs in Shrewsbury include Bowlero, where lanes are lit in shades of red and blue for the weekday unlimited bowling special. The Shrewsbury Public Library hosts numerous events, ranging from baby story times to scavenger hunts for teenagers.

Dogs love the long walking trails offered in the Shrewsbury area.
Dogs love the long walking trails offered in the Shrewsbury area.
A man hits the tennis ball at Quinsigamond State Park.
A man hits the tennis ball at Quinsigamond State Park.
Fisherman try their luck at Regatta Point on Lake Quinsiagmond.
Fisherman try their luck at Regatta Point on Lake Quinsiagmond.
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Shop at the Shrewsbury Farmers Market or listen to carolers on the Town Common

Artisan bread bakers and local produce farmers sell their goods under white tents at the Shrewsbury Farmers Market, held in the Senior Center parking lot every Wednesday morning from June through September. The Town Common fills with carolers and a Christmas market for the Light the Common event at the beginning of December. The town hosts several other events throughout the year, like the Easter egg hunt or the Arbor Day tree giveaway, both at nearby Dean Park.

Shrewsbury town center is a place where residents and join together for festivals and markets.
Shrewsbury town center is a place where residents and join together for festivals and markets.

Main Streets eats and big-box options in Northborough Crossing

“Shrewsbury doesn’t necessarily have a downtown. It’s more of a town center area, where we have our town hall and police department,” says Josephs. “There are just a few restaurants along Main Street.” A red-brick commercial strip along Main Street houses Amici Trattoria, an intimate Italian spot with specialty pizza, pasta dishes and a wine bar. Next door, mahogany accents, white tablecloths and a granite bar top create an old-timey atmosphere at Willy’s Steakhouse and Sushi. The Boston Turnpike has a few chain establishments, like Buffalo Wild Wings, The Home Depot and a Stop & Shop for groceries. Other familiar grocery stores, like Ulta Beauty and HomeGoods, are nearby in the open-air Northborough Crossing shopping center.

Shrewsbury's small town has a few select restaurants and boutiques.
Shrewsbury's small town has a few select restaurants and boutiques.
Egg O Holic is a hot new breakfast place in Shrewsbury.
Egg O Holic is a hot new breakfast place in Shrewsbury.
Shrewsbury residents can quickly get to main shopping centers.
Shrewsbury residents can quickly get to main shopping centers.
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Easy access to the Boston and Hartford turnpikes

Worcester’s core is just 6 miles away via Interstate 290, or locals can head to one of the area’s Worcester Regional Transit Authority bus stops to reach the city center. A 40-mile drive east on the Boston Turnpike leads to its namesake city, and 68 miles southwest on the Hartford Turnpike does the same. The UMass Memorial Medical Center is the nearest hospital, and the Worcester Regional Airport is 10 miles away.

Shrewsbury offers public transportation to safely get around town.
Shrewsbury offers public transportation to safely get around town.
Shrewsbury is forward thinking and offers dedicated electric car parking.
Shrewsbury is forward thinking and offers dedicated electric car parking.
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Shrewsbury Housing Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$680,000
Median Sale Price
$635,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$720,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$539,750
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$525,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
330
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
$3
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$342

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes for Sale
59
Months of Supply
2.10

Open Houses

  • Saturday, Jun 14
    1 - 3pm

    17 Cortland Grove Dr, Shrewsbury, MA 01545

    $549,900

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,580 Sq Ft
    • 17 Cortland Grove Dr
    • New 2 days ago

    Welcome home to this bright & beautiful Townhome in The Village of Orchard Meadows. The Dover model provides for spacious one level living, which is perfect for entertaining. Gleaming hardwood floors welcomes you into this lovingly maintained home w/ every attention to detail. Sunny sitting area w/ ceiling fan & hardwoods. The Kitchen provides you w/ plenty of cabinets, granite countertops,

    Mary Surette Coldwell Banker Realty - Worcester

  • Saturday, Jun 14
    2 - 4pm

    86 Harriet Ave, Shrewsbury, MA 01545

    $689,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 2,039 Sq Ft
    • 86 Harriet Ave
    • New 5 days ago

    Opportunity knocks! This spacious and sun-filled Ranch is everything you’ve been searching for and more! Enter into the inviting living room featuring a cozy fireplace and charming bow window. The dine-in kitchen boasts oak cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and direct access to a bright sunroom with double sliders leading to the back deck - perfect for morning coffee or summer entertaining.

    Martha Convers Lamacchia Realty, Inc.

  • Sunday, Jun 15
    12 - 2pm

    41 Avon Ave, Shrewsbury, MA 01545

    $649,900

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 2,099 Sq Ft
    • 41 Avon Ave
    • New 6 days ago

    Welcome to 41 Avon Ave in Shrewsbury! Located in a desirable area near N. Quinsigamond Ave and Route 9, this well-maintained 3-bed, 2-bath home features a number of thoughtful additions and updates by the longtime owners, including a tiled entry with mud area, tandem-style garage, and a flexible bonus space with full bath, private entrance, and direct access to the eat-in kitchen. The kitchen

    Maureen Anderson 1 Worcester Homes

Homes for Sale

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

Shrewsbury Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
41,337
Median Age
42
Population under 18
23.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$121,397
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$148,332

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
95.3%
College Graduates
63%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
32.8%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
70%

Weather

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