Memorial Square
Suburban Neighborhood in Springfield, Massachusetts
Hampden County 01104, 01107
$330,846
Average Value
$178
Average Price per Sq Ft
A taste of San Juan in Massachusetts
Food trucks and pop-up food trailers dot the parking lots of Memorial Square, with local favorites like La Taqueria Del Pueblo and El Charros serving up tacos, tortas, burritos and more. For many, Puerto Rico Bakery has been the go-to for generations of families, with a menu of Puerto Rican sandwiches, chicken, pernil, and more. It’s also one of the top spots for groceries, as numerous small grocery stores dot the neighborhood, including Medina’s and Bethania markets. Residents looking to tackle all their errands at once head over the bridge to the Riverdale Center and Shops, with The Home Depot, ALDI, Kohl’s, Costco, and other big box stores all in one convenient spot.
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Colorful and quirky multi-unit homes
The colorful turrets of multi-unit Queen Annes poke above the oaks and maples that are scattered throughout the neighborhood, alongside slightly more traditional and conservative Colonial revival single-family homes and multi-unit apartments. Sidewalks run tight by the homes, although in some areas a deep setback of green space between the on-street parking and the sidewalk provides residents with an informal front yard where neighbors will sometimes gather. Many of these larger homes are split into multiple units with one being owner-occupied and others being rented, or all being rented – nearly 90% of households are renters. Most single family and two-unit homes sell in the range of $230,000 and $340,000, while homes with three units or ones with more than three bedrooms per unit may go for $400,000 or higher.
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Remembering the cultures that have made Memorial Square
“Everyone goes to the Big E,” says Ahmet Gunay, Sales Agent with Premier Choice Realty Inc., “It’s maybe the biggest state festival in the East and one of the biggest in the United States.” Officially called The Eastern States Exposition, it’s located just across the river but is still heavily attended by Memorial Square residents. “It started as sort of an end of harvest festival, farmers coming together” Gunay goes on, “And it’s evolved over a hundred years into the Big E, they have national performers that come in, food and more.” Closer to home, Glendi, an annual Greek Festival hosted at the St. George Greek Orthodox Cathedral's Greek Cultural Center, brings traditional Greek dancing, food, and a welcoming atmosphere to Memorial Square the first weekend of September. And the weekend after, the Springfield Puerto Rican Parade marches down the heart of Memorial Square every September and brings out the entire neighborhood to celebrate a common heritage.
Honoring a community leader with a centerpiece park
Named after a respected community leader, the Jaime Ulloa Park was recently redeveloped and features a ball field, basketball courts, a handball court, a playground and numerous picnic tables for residents of all ages – locals meet up for lively games of dominoes. To the north end of the neighborhood, Calhoun Park offers similar facilities including a splash pad for use in the warmer months. Just outside the neighborhood to the northeast, Van Horn Park offers residents the chance to get in some peaceful nature walks when they need to relax, without having to travel far.PVTA provides service to Springfield
With the Pioneer Valley Transit Authority running bus lines down the heart of Memorial Square, residents find they can take care of their daily business without needing a car – although most homes will still have one or two cars parked on the street in front. It’s an incredibly walkable and bikeable area as well, allowing residents to have options. This includes for medical needs, as both Baystate Medical Center and Mercy Medical Center, two of the largest health systems in the region, are in the neighborhood. Bradley International Airport is close to an 18-mile drive south and offers flights across the country.
Magnet schools and more in Memorial Square
Served by the Springfield Public Schools, students in Memorial Square may attend Lincoln Elementary School or German Gerena Community Magnet School, both rated a C-minus by Niche. Springfield Public Day Middle School, also graded as a C-minus school, houses grades six through eight. Springfield Central High School receives a B grade from Niche and is one of the largest high schools in western Massachusetts, with an enrollment of more than 2,000 students. Students have the opportunity to attend magnet schools focused on specific curriculum or career goals throughout their education; there are also private schools including charter and parochial options like Libertas Academy Charter School and Saint Mary High School.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Cynthia Gonzalez
Cynthia Gonzalez
Executive Real Estate, Inc.
(413) 288-5131
74 Total Sales
1 in Memorial Square
$330,000 Price
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The Hamre Group
The Hamre Group
Responds QuicklyReal Broker MA, LLC
(531) 541-5239
160 Total Sales
1 in Memorial Square
$250,000 Price
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The Jackson & Nale Team
TN
The Jackson & Nale Team
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX Connections - Belchertown
(413) 241-5046
324 Total Sales
1 in Memorial Square
$266,000 Price
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New Homes Realty Group
NR
New Homes Realty Group
Responds QuicklyGallagher Real Estate
(860) 698-4190
582 Total Sales
5 in Memorial Square
$245K - $350K Price Range
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Maher Khatib
Maher Khatib
Responds QuicklyM B C REALTORS®
(860) 962-4698
42 Total Sales
2 in Memorial Square
$150K - $220K Price Range
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Roger Trombly
Roger Trombly
Responds QuicklyColdwell Banker Realty - Western MA
(413) 595-2015
78 Total Sales
1 in Memorial Square
$205,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Van Horn Park
Sprinklers
Gurdon-Bill Park
North Riverfront Park
Dana Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Playground
Emily Bill Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Trails
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Memorial Square | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 10 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 7 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 9 | 4 |
| Robbery | 9 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 7 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Memorial Square Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Memorial Square, Springfield sell after 47 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Memorial Square, Springfield over the last 12 months is $259,000, consistent with the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$260,000
Median Sale Price
$259,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$259,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
3
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
0%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$178
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
248
Median Year Built
1909
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,980
On par with the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,994
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,534
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Rent
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$1,520 - $1,864 per month
- Cumberland Homes
- 1-3 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 703+ Sq Ft
- 36 Cumberland St
- Springfield, MA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
5,283
Median Age
32
Population Density
14 ppl/acre
Population under 18
32.1%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.3%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$18,167
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$33,503
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
55.2%
Significantly below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
9%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.9%
% Population in Labor Force
44.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
51''
Average Winter Low Temperature
19°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
27''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
48
/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
73
/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
66
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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