Metro Center
Neighborhood in Springfield, Massachusetts
Hampden County 01103, 01104, 01105
From classical condos to brick rowhomes
While condominiums in Federal and Italianate buildings are the name of the game in Downtown Springfield, historic rowhouses and multi-unit homes also line certain streets. Those looking for more space can scope out the Victorian homes in the Quadrangle-Mattoon Street Historic District, which features a collection of rowhouses that are walkable to many of the city's popular spots and attractions. Though Downtown has a high percentage of renters, ownership prices range from $70,000 for some condo units to $400,000 for a rowhouse.
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Exploring Riverfront Park
The city’s location along the Connecticut River allows downtown residents to enjoy several opportunities for water recreation, including rowing, fishing and kayaking at Riverfront Park. Though Springfield’s downtown center is an urban area, infrastructure and outdoor amenities such as the Connecticut Riverwalk and Bikeway offers various recreational areas and green space for residents to take advantage of.Getting an education downtown
Kids living downtown can start their education at Milton Bradley School, which receives a C-minus from Niche. They move on to South End Middle School, which also earns a C-minus, before graduating from High School of Commerce or choose from 20 vocational programs at Roger L. Putnam Vocational Technical Academy, which receives a B. The downtown area is home to several educational institutions, including Springfield Technical Community College and the Springfield campus of the University of Massachusetts Amherst.
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An undisputed museum hub and event hotspot
Springfield is known as the “City of Firsts” for its rich history and the many innovations developed in the area. Downtown Springfield offers a host of arts and culture destinations to learn about the city's past, such as the Pan African Historical Museum, the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, Springfield Museums and the Springfield Armory National Historic Site. The Springfield Central Library also offers a wide range of resources and classes available to the public.Springfield's Business Improvement District hosts a weekly farmers market for part of the year at Springfield Technical Community College. “West Springfield is also right over the border, and everyone goes to The Big E— it is huge here!” says Lovely. “It happens for almost two weeks every single year in September, the one thing people all over the place go to. The Springfield Jazz & Roots Festival is also major.”
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Walking to work downtown
“Transit? Easy,” Lovely confirms. “Obviously Main Street has a ton of bus lines, but you can walk most anywhere too.” With downtown’s “share the road” policy, many areas are also suitable for biking; employers like Mercy Medical Center and MassMutual are less than a mile from home for many residents. Union Square Transportation Center acts as a hub for both buses and trains in and out of the city. The convenient location and easy access to Interstate 91, the Springfield Expressway and the Massachusetts Turnpike make trips out of the city easy for commuting. Bradley International Airport sits 20 miles south for commercial flights.Shopping and dining on Main Street
“Red Rose Pizzeria is the absolute best ever,” raves Richard “Rich” Lovely, owner of Live Lovely Realty whose office sits downtown. “It’s a mom-and-pop right outside the casino that’s had the same owners for forever and has delicious food, everyone knows it... and there are countless more restaurants and cafes right on the Main Street strip.” Locals and visitors alike also have their choice of dining, shopping and leisure options at Tower Square, an indoor shopping mall off Columbus Avenue, and they can head right across the river for groceries at Century Center.
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Reinvesting in Springfield
The CAP Index scores Downtown Springfield an overall 9 out of 10 for crime, compared to the national average of 4. The neighborhood has undergone revitalization efforts in recent years through city planning and the creation of the Business Improvement District, in addition to investments made by companies in the area.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Roc Noelsaint
Roc Noelsaint
Real Broker MA, LLC
(781) 645-4872
35 Total Sales
1 in Metro Center
$24,999 Price
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Mela Dieujuste
Mela Dieujuste
IVerty Realty, LLC
(413) 241-7854
67 Total Sales
2 in Metro Center
$65K - $95K Price Range
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Ray Hoess-Brooks
Ray Hoess-Brooks
Responds QuicklyHB Real Estate, LLC
(860) 356-3690
130 Total Sales
4 in Metro Center
$140K - $215K Price Range
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The Marathon Agency Team
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The Marathon Agency Team
Responds QuicklyLowe & Lowe Realty Co.
2 Total Sales
1 in Metro Center
$94,000 Price
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Suzanne Moore
Suzanne Moore
Responds QuicklyBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices Realty Professionals
(413) 266-5463
124 Total Sales
1 in Metro Center
$80,000 Price
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Roger Trombly
Roger Trombly
Responds QuicklyColdwell Banker Realty - Western MA
(413) 595-2015
78 Total Sales
2 in Metro Center
$80K - $115K Price Range
Schools
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GreatSchools:
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
River Front Park
- Bike Trails
- Trails
- Playground
Gurdon-Bill Park
Leonardo da Vinci Park
Keep Springfield Beautiful
Emerson Wight Park
Emily Bill Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Trails
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Metro Center | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 10 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 9 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 10 | 4 |
| Robbery | 10 | 4 |
| Burglary | 9 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 9 | 4 |
| Larceny | 9 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 9 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Metro Center Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Metro Center, Springfield sell after 50 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Metro Center, Springfield over the last 12 months is $165,000, down 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$164,900
Median Sale Price
$165,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$360,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$220,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
17
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-3%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$163
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
481
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Median Year Built
1910
Months of Supply
1.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,591
Significantly above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,956
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,132
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
663
Average Studio Size Sq Ft
719
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
3,484
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
Condo Buildings
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
7,536
Median Age
38
Population Density
13 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$18,555
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$38,242
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
72.2%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
18.5%
Advanced Degrees
7.5%
% Population in Labor Force
48%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
51''
Average Winter Low Temperature
19°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
27''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
53
/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
89
/ 100
Excellent Transit
Transit Score®
81
/ 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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