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Broadmeadow Brook

Broadmeadow Brook

$439,656 Average Value
$283 Average Price per Sq Ft
9 Homes For Sale

How Broadmeadow Brook pairs green space with everyday convenience

In Broadmeadow Brook, residential urban living meets ample green space. The neighborhood is home to the Mass Audubon Broad Meadow Brook Conservation Center & Wildlife Sanctuary, New England's largest urban wildlife sanctuary, which covers over 400 acres of woods, streams and marshes. About 5 miles of trails wind through the property, drawing hikers and birdwatchers year-round. Beyond the sanctuary, Broadmeadow Brook maintains a quiet atmosphere, with local restaurants and everyday amenities along its main corridors. For buyers who want easy access to nature without leaving the city, Broadmeadow Brook offers a rare balance.

There are a variety of homes to choose from in Broadmeadow Brook.
There are a variety of homes to choose from in Broadmeadow Brook.
Broadmeadow Brook is less than 3 miles from Downtown Worcester.
Broadmeadow Brook is less than 3 miles from Downtown Worcester.
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An overview of housing in Broadmeadow Brook

You can find single-family homes, townhouses and condos in Broadmeadow Brook. Depending on size, age and condition, the neighborhood’s Colonial Revivals, bilevels, Cape Cods and cottages can range in price from the low $200,000s to the low $800,000s. The median single-family home sale price here falls around $400,000. "There's also a lot of newer contemporary homes and a range of starter homes in the area," says Erin Zamarro, an associate broker with Coldwell Banker Realty and Worcester local. Townhouses and condos typically start around the low $200,000s for units that are less than 900 square feet and can reach the low $400,000s for properties more than 1,500 square feet.

Residents in Broadmeadow Brook can find peaceful streets to walk on in the area.
Residents in Broadmeadow Brook can find peaceful streets to walk on in the area.
In Broadmeadow Brook, you'll find small to medium sized homes of many styles.
In Broadmeadow Brook, you'll find small to medium sized homes of many styles.
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Exploring outdoor areas in Broadmeadow Brook

The Mass Audubon's Broad Meadow Brook Conservation Center and Wildlife Sanctuary spans over 400 acres. It features about 5 miles of marked trails winding through woods, fields, streams and marshland. Visitors can hike, observe more than 160 bird species or enjoy the natural surroundings. For more traditional outdoor activities, Blithewood Park has a baseball field, basketball court and tennis court. A playground and picnic areas, along with a historic gazebo, round out the park. Some trails also run through the neighborhood, with trailheads located near Hampton Street and Aladdin Road.

Blithewood Park is a great place to play tennis.
Blithewood Park is a great place to play tennis.
Blithewood Park has a beautiful gazebo to enjoy your quiet mornings.
Blithewood Park has a beautiful gazebo to enjoy your quiet mornings.
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Dining and daily errands in Broadmeadow Brook

Broadmeadow Brook has a mix of dining options along its main roads, with additional choices in nearby areas. You can grab a bite at:

  • Brick & Stones, a casual spot that’s known for its wood-fired pizza and classic American fare
  • Cranberries Restaurant, a diner that has a rustic feel
  • Palma's Bakery & Café, which serves Italian-Mediterranean pastries and treats
  • Yummy Steak House, a Japanese restaurant that serves hibachi and sushi
For daily errands, there are Price Chopper and Stop & Shop grocery stores in Grafton Hill, the next neighborhood over. Walmart Supercenter is in North Quinsigamond Village, just across the Worcester-Providence Turnpike.

Nikko's Pizza is a popular local dining option near Broadmeadow Brook.
Nikko's Pizza is a popular local dining option near Broadmeadow Brook.
Stop & Shop is one of the grocery stores available to Broadmeadow Brook residents.
Stop & Shop is one of the grocery stores available to Broadmeadow Brook residents.
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Where Broadmeadow Brook students can go to school

Worcester Public Schools serves the neighborhood. Families can apply to five citywide magnet schools, and admissions are determined by lottery. Intra- and inter-district transfers are granted only when space is available and district policy conditions are met. Two pubic elementary schools are located in the neighborhood: Roosevelt Elementary School and Rice Square Elementary School. Saint Paul Diocesan Junior/Senior High School, a Catholic school serving grades 7 to 12, is also in Broadmeadow Brook. The private school earns an A-minus from Niche.

Getting around Worcester from Broadmeadow Brook

While the Worcester Regional Transit Authority operates buses in the area. Broadmeadow Brook is largely a car-dependent neighborhood. "One of the big draws of this area is that residents have lots of access to major transportation routes like Interstate 90," Zamarro says. Here’s the transportation information that you should know:

  • Downtown Worcester is roughly 3 miles away.
  • Worcester Regional Airport is about 7 miles northwest.
  • Boston is about a 50-mile drive east.
  • Union Station, located downtown, has a daily commuter rail that leads to the state capital.

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Transit

Airport

Worcester Regional

17 min drive

Bus

Blithewood And Opp Oakwood Lane

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Blithewood And Oakwood

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Blithewood And Opp Hickory Hill

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Grafton St & Clarissa St

Bus

Blithewood And Hickory Hill

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Massasoit Rd & Miscoe Rd

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Broadmeadow Brook US
Homicide 4 4
Sexual Assault 3 4
Assault with Weapon 4 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 3 4
Larceny 2 4
Crime Score 3 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
2,645
Number of Homes for Sale
9
Median Year Built
1982
Months of Supply
0.90
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,574
Below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,068
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,148
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
945
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,018

Open Houses

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
9
Median Rent
$2,200
Median Single Family Home Rent
$2,500
Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$3,500
Median Townhouse Rent
$2,275
Median 2 Bedroom Townhouse Rent
$2,850
Median Condo Rent
$2,100
Median 2 Bedroom Condo Rent
$2,095

Demographics

Total Population
9,779
Median Age
42
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$96,006
Above the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$111,984

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
87.8%
College Graduates
36.2%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
13.4%
% Population in Labor Force
72.9%
Above the national average
64.9%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
49''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
79°F
Annual Snowfall
48''

Area Factors

Moderately bikeable

Bikeability®

60 / 100

Somewhat walkable

Walkability®

30 / 100

Limited public transit

Transit®

30 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

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