Outlying West Boylston
Recreation along the Wachusett Reservoir and Goodale Park
"The reservoir offers drinking water for Boston, so there's no swimming and no boats on the reservoir. But you can fish," Durkin says. He notes that salmon are popular catches during the spring. Residents also walk and bike along the trails around the Wachusett Reservoir and admire the reflection of Old Stone Church on the peaceful water. Old Stone Church dates to the late 1900s and is now a historical landmark and popular local photoshoot spot. Goodale Park in West Boylston is popular with joggers, dog walkers and kids. The park has numerous sports fields, a track and a playground. Residents get in a round of golf at Wachusett Country Club, a public 18-hole course with views of the water and rolling hills.
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Ranches, colonials and townhouses with privacy
Three-bedroom ranches in West Boylston cost between $350,000 and $500,000, while larger colonial revivals range from $500,000 to over $1 million. "There's limited inventory, and what's there is usually over $700,000," Durkin says. The area also has the occasional townhouse, usually costing from $375,000 to $475,000. Some homes are surrounded by forest, offering privacy, while others sit on large, well-manicured lots along residential streets.
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Students attend West Boylston Public Schools
Students usually attend West Boylston Public Schools, starting at Major Edwards Elementary School for Pre-K through fifth grade and progressing to West Boylston Middle/High School for sixth through 12th grade. The schools earned B-plus and B grades from Niche, respectively. West Boylston Middle/High School has a variety of student clubs, including ski and snowboard, mathematics, a cappella, and intramural sports teams. "In our area, we have fantastic school systems. Schools are the number one driver of our real estate sales. If you don't have good schools, they'll bypass you for one that does," Durkin says.
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Local businesses and big box stores along Route 12
"West Boylston is a bit more vibrant than Boylston. It has a Walmart, and Route 12, which bisects I-90, has a lot of businesses," Durkin says. Among these businesses is S&S Farms & Deli Marketplace, which sells pastries, bread, meats and vegetables. "I lived in West Boylston years ago, and I still go to S&S once a month. They do a great presentation and a great job for holidays." For everyday shopping trips, there's also a Walmart off Route 12. A mile up the road, Darby's Bakery makes bread and decadent desserts like cinnamon rolls and cupcakes from scratch. Maken Zi Ramen & Rice Bowls serves flavorful, creative noodle combinations. Route 12 also has chain restaurants like Dairy Queen and Dunkin' Donuts.
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Concerts at the bandstand and Beaman Memorial Public Library
The town of West Boylston's Summer concert series at the Town Commons runs on Sunday evenings between July and September. Locals bring their lawn chairs and picnic blankets to kick back and listen to cover bands in genres spanning from jazz to country and classic rock. On snowy or rainy days, residents can curl up with a book at Beaman Memorial Public Library. Patrons can also stop in for book discussions, story times, crafting sessions and more.
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Commuting from West Boylston and facilities nearby
West Boylston is about 8 miles north of Worcester, 50 miles west of Boston, 50 miles northwest of Providence and 30 miles south of the New Hampshire state line. Locals can drive on Interstate 190 to Worcester, where they have access to the UMass Medical Center and Worcester Regional Airport. "West Boylston is a bit further north than Boylston, and there's access to I-90. If you work in Sterling or Westminster, you may prefer that," Durkin says. Durkin also notes that West Boylston is served by a municipal sewer system, unlike many parts of Boylston.
Written By
Faith Wakefield
Photography Contributed By
Sam Adams
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Sabrina Kelsey
Sabrina Kelsey
Wachusett Real Estate
(774) 418-4966
54 Total Sales
1 in Outlying West Boylston
$710,000 Price
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Cynthia Walsh MacKenzie
Cynthia Walsh MacKenzie
Walsh and Associates Real Estate
(774) 772-5389
52 Total Sales
1 in Outlying West Boylston
$771,000 Price
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Stockman Farrar Group
Stockman Farrar Group
Responds QuicklyBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
(781) 208-5870
71 Total Sales
2 in Outlying West Boylston
$400K - $459K Price Range
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Kimberly Anderson
Kimberly Anderson
Coldwell Banker Realty - Sudbury
(508) 960-6652
24 Total Sales
1 in Outlying West Boylston
$251,000 Price
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Matheus Goncalves
Matheus Goncalves
Mega Realty Services
(508) 761-1925
152 Total Sales
1 in Outlying West Boylston
$520,000 Price
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Taylor Blair
Taylor Blair
Lamacchia Realty, Inc.
(774) 772-5493
70 Total Sales
4 in Outlying West Boylston
$350K - $483K Price Range
Schools
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- 6th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Norrback School
Goodale Park
West Boylston Common
Burncoat Street Playground
Pride Park
Wachusett Reservoir Sterling Line trailhead
Wachusett Hiking Area
Woodland Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Outlying West Boylston | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Outlying West Boylston Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Outlying West Boylston, West Boylston sell after 77 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Outlying West Boylston, West Boylston over the last 12 months is $445,000, up 11% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$465,000
Median Sale Price
$445,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$595,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$445,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$204,990
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
48
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
11%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$306
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,248
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Median Year Built
1959
Months of Supply
1.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,818
Below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,001
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,382
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
777
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
20,037
Open Houses
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Saturday, Aug 21 - 2:30pm
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Friday, Aug 14:30 - 6pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
6,999
Median Age
46
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
18%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
24.9%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$97,202
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$127,285
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
89.7%
College Graduates
37.4%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
16.4%
% Population in Labor Force
56.2%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
48''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
79°F
Annual Snowfall
45''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
12
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
1
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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