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Ware, a town known for its waterways
As a former fishing spot for Quabaug Native Americans and a bustling milling town in the 1800s, Ware and its namesake river have been a popular western Massachusetts area for centuries. The 412-billion-gallon Quabbin Reservoir also borders the town’s northern region. As the state's largest inland body of water, it supplies the area with ample fishing, boating and scenic hiking opportunities. “Ware is a small town, but it still feels very suburban,” says Christi Smith, a Realtor with Hometown Realty who has sold several homes in the area. “There’s a Walmart and a small downtown area. And it’s right between larger cities like Worcester and Springfield.”
Turn-of-the-century properties abound
The sidewalk-lined streets at Ware’s core are brimming with dwellings from the late 19th century. Homebuyers will find four-bedroom saltbox styles, Victorians on 1-acre lots and Colonial Revivals with street parking. “Some older homes need interior updates, but they’re never too extensive. A lot of investors are buying in the area,” says Smith. The town’s outskirts are filled with three-bedroom ranch styles and New Traditional estates on half-acre lots. No matter when it was built, a home in Ware typically costs between $200,000 and $400,000, a range similar to a Hampshire County home’s average $400,000 selling price.
Split level homes are throughout the Ware neighborhood.
Colonials are throughout the Ware neighborhood.
Home seekers will fall in love with the architectural styles found in Ware neighborhood.
Beautiful capes are throughout Ware neighborhood.
Ware features homes large and small for different lifestyles.
Row Homes are throughout the Ware neighborhood.
Beautiful landscaping and manicured lawns surround the elegant homes of Ware neighborhood.
Homes with multi car garages are plentiful throughout Ware neighborhood.
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Ware Public Schools
Children in Ware can attend Stanley M. Koziol Elementary School, which has an overall C grade on Niche. After third grade, they may go to C-plus-graded Ware Middle School. Whether planting marigolds on Earth Day or throwing a pie in a teacher's face when they successfully learn about PI, students benefit from the school's hands-on teaching method. Next, students may attend Ware Junior Senior High School for seventh through 12th grade. Lending to its B-minus grade, the school has an extensive course catalog, including a Certified Nursing Assistant class
Ware Junior/Senior High School offers a quality education to children living in Ware.
Students of Ware enjoy the quality education offered by Ware Middle School.
Stanley M Koziol Elementary School offers a quality education to children living in Ware.
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Quabbin Reservoir, Ware River, and small-town community hubs
While swimming in the Quabbin Reservoir is prohibited, hikers and bikers can hop on the Quabbin Tower Trail on Quabbin Hill Road. The 6-mile, looped route passes over the spillway, the hilly landscape of Enfield Lookout and forests filled with red pine trees. The land's plentiful eagle and common loon nests also make it a popular destination for birdwatchers. Licensed anglers can fish for largemouth bass and landlocked salmon on the rocky shoreline near Swift River or from a motorized boat with the Quabbin seal in the waterway’s northern region. The nearest boat launch is off Old Ward Road in Belchertown.
The town has several other community hubs, including Ware Dog Park on Pleasant Street. Grenville Park is another green space in town, and it’s made up of over 100 acres west of Ware River. Visitors can cast a line off its two fishing piers, run around the steel playground or cross-country ski across miles of rolling, forested trailway. Athletes will also find activity on the tennis courts, the baseball diamonds and the basketball courts. The Ware Historical Commission maintains multiple sites across town, like Veterans’ Park on Main Street and the Ware Center Meetinghouse on Belchertown Road. With monthly music classes and weekly craft workshops, the Young Men’s Library Association on Main Street offers children plenty of programs.
Fall in love with the picturesque views that the Quabbin Reservoir has to offer near Ware.
Enjoy a nice stroll into Grenville Park in Ware neighborhood.
Ware Covered Bridge is a symbol of the rich heritage of massachusetts.
Ware River Park is a peaceful retreat or an adventure - filled day in Ware neighborhood.
Play a friendly game of soccer at Pioneer Field in Ware neighborhood.
Hardwick Gold Course will not disappoint near Ware neighborhood.
Hardwick Golf Course is the perfect day to spend the day on the links near Ware neighborhood.
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Massachusetts Route 32 and Main Street
Residents will find several grocery shopping options along Massachusetts Route 32, including a Walmart Supercenter and a Big Y World Class Market. The thoroughfare is home to other retailers like Lowe’s Home Improvement and Walgreens. It’s also sprinkled with locally owned eateries. For instance, Teresa’s has been an area mainstay since 1970. Patrons can devour upscale Italian fare and sip frozen martinis in flavors like creamsicle or watermelon. Opened in 1958, Crystal Springs Dairy Bar is a more casual spot serving breakfast basics like pancake stacks and cheese omelets. From Wilton Children’s Store to Lazer’s Pizza & Roast Beef, Ware’s quaint downtown district also has a few locally owned establishments.
Hidden gems are waiting to be discovered around every corner in Ware.
Teresa's Restaurant will be an unforgettable experience living in Ware neighborhood.
Residents of Ware can enjoy the convenience of nearby store to pick up the essentials.
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A central location between Worcester and Springfield
“You’ll see a few people walking around downtown, but it’s a car-dependent area,” says Smith. Massachusetts Route 9 spans Ware’s core, making Springfield 30 miles west and Worcester 30 miles east. The town is also 8 miles north of Interstate 90. A 70-mile drive east on the highway leads to Boston. Bus riders will also find a few Pioneer Valley Transit Authority bus stops along Massachusetts Route 32.
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