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An accessible urban residential district
Franklin Plantation is an urban Worcester neighborhood known for a laid-back atmosphere. Sitting along Worcester Restaurant Row, the area is growing in diversity with young families moving from all around the country due to the relative affordability and reasonable commute. Just north of the neighborhood are UMass Memorial Medical Center Hospital and UMass Chan Medical School, the commonwealth’s public medical education institution. The area features classical-style homes on maintained streets with plenty of dining and shopping opportunities available. The MBTA and Worcester’s public bus system make transportation accessible and easy for residents. The 35-mile commute to Boston takes around an hour and a half by train and multiple bus stops sitting along each street. Plenty of dining options are available along Shrewsbury Street, spots to hang out like cafes and bars and a woodland oasis at Crow Hill Conservation Restriction.
UMass Chan Medical School is the only public academic health sciences center in the Commonwealth, and the first of its kind.
Worcester provides many bus routes throughout the city.
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Renovated classical homes on urban streets
Well-maintained main roads lead to narrow but easily walkable side streets in the long stretch of urban housing. Small front gardens reach barely a few yards away from doorsteps but still offer a nice amount of yard space for many neighbors to plant flower gardens, trees and bushes. Multi-family buildings stack three or more units into the colonial revival homes common to Massachusetts and family homes sit alongside them, often classical-style bungalows and foursquares. Most of the buildings in the area were built in the early 1900s, showcasing the neighborhood's history even through the renovated properties which often keep key features like brick finishes and colonial-style window shudders and awnings. “These buildings are being restored beautifully, and it gives a good mix of family homes and rental options for people moving in,” said Christine Najem, a realtor and Worcester resident since 2001. While properties in the area range from $150,000 to $600,000, most of the single-family homes are priced under $300,000, while the multi-family properties can be found for higher prices.
3-Family home on Franklin Street in Franklin Plantation.
Ranch home on Fletcher Street in Franklin Plantation.
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Biliteracy programs at Worcester Public Schools
Residents can attend Worcester Public Schools, a district that features a dual language program to promote biliteracy where students can earn a Seal of Biliteracy after learning two or more languages. Grafton Street Elementary School and Worcester East Middle School are both rated C on Niche.com. North High School is rated C-plus and has a dual enrollment college program for its students.
The Grafton Street School is a historic school at 311 Grafton Street in Worcester, Massachusetts
Worcester East Middle School
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Classic bars and restaurants along Shrewsbury Street
Since it sits along Worcester’s restaurant row, otherwise known as Shrewsbury Street, Franklin Plantation hardly lacks options when it comes to popular dining and shopping spots. Dino’s Ristorante Italiano is a popular sit-down spot for tiramisu and pasta, and Belsito's Deli offers classic deli-style sandwiches through their pick-up window. Vincent’s is an eclectic bar featuring live music, cocktails and vintage decor like taxidermied deer and birds, while Cafe Reyes offers a cheap, Cuban-centric brunch spot. Trader Joe’s and Whole Foods sit just down the street for convenient and popular shopping options.
Funky Murphys is a favorite place to meet, grab a drink bite along Shrewsbury St. Worcester.
This is the Mexicali Cantina and Grill, on Shrewsbury St, Worcester, MA.
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Access to Interstate 290
Backing straight up to Interstate 290, Franklin Plantation is a neighborhood that, much like the rest of Worcester, provides an accessible commute to the rest of Massachusetts. “A lot of people are moving to Worcester because it’s more affordable, and the transportation system just makes it more accessible for young professionals,” says Najem. Bus stops line Shrewsbury Street across Worcester. The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority offers a commuter rail that takes riders 35 miles from Worcester to Boston in an hour and 20-minute, which is a relatively short commute for the region. UMass Memorial Medical Center hospital sits just under a mile away, right next to UMass Chan Medical School, the commonwealth’s public medical education institution.
Franklin Plantation neighborhood, Worcester has easy access to Rte. 290.
Franklin Plantation has easy access to I-290.
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Green walking trails at Crow Hill Conservation
Holmes Field serves as a community recreational area, with an accessible playground with rubber mulch for kids to run and play in and a pickleball court for public use. It features a baseball diamond, though residents can also play baseball at Harrington Field and enjoy a pine-tree-shaded playground. Crow Hill Conservation Restriction serves as a woodland escape within the city and is a popular area for locals to walk their dogs and get a taste of the great outdoors near urban life. The 64-acre black oak forest has three trails for locals to walk along where they can see the painted turtles by the pond or visit with the rafter of wild turkeys that frequent the Ecotarium in the evening.
Here is information for Crow Hill Conservation in Worcester.
This trail is at Crow Hill Conservation in Worcester.
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Parks in this Area
Lakeview Playground
Cristoforo Colombo Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Harrington Playground
Worcester Commons
Ecotarium Playground
Holmes Field
Transit
Airport
Worcester Regional
14 min drive
Bus
Grafton St & Coral St
Bus
Grafton St & Orient St
Bus
Grafton St & Fay St
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Franklin Plantation
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
7
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
6
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Franklin Plantation Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Franklin Plantation, Worcester sell after 79 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Franklin Plantation, Worcester over the last 12 months is $351,000, up 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Turnkey 4-family in a prime Worcester location generating impressive cash flow! This mint condition property features three spacious 3-bed units and one 1-bed unit, all expertly updated with separate utilities and in-unit laundry hookups. A brand new rubber roof was just installed, and the property offers rare 3-car off-street parking in a paved driveway plus a garage. Conveniently located near
Single family attached home closed to UMASS Memorial Hospital / Medical School. Ready to move in. Three large bedrooms and two and half baths with one car garage. Granite countertops in the kitchen. Master bedroom with two closets included walk in closet and master bath room. Nice finished large family room in the lower level. Three zoom heating for energy saving. New painted interior wall. Big
FHA approved 3 bedrooms 1.5 bathroom located in the heart of Worcester. Awesome, spacious, enclosed deck for entertainment or summer nights. Condo offers a small enclosed shared yard with 1 designated parking space. Lower-level partial finished for your creative needs or extra storage. Condo fee is currently $200 a month and incudes master insurance, sewer, water and exterior upkeep. Unit to
Raisa GonzalezCentury 21 Butterman & Kryston, Inc.
Freshly updated and move-in ready, this Worcester Cape offers space, versatility, and style in all the right places. Step into a bright living room that flows into a formal dining area, with a flexible main-level layout featuring a sunroom, bonus room, and renovated full bath. The kitchen offers generous cabinet storage and connects easily to the rest of the home. Upstairs you'll find three
Experience luxury living, where modern comfort meets spacious living. Our two-bedroom units range from 1,088 sq. ft. up to 1,307 sq. ft. These beautifully designed two-bedroom apartments feature hardwood floors, and elegant granite countertops. Enjoy the convenience of an in-unit washer and dryer, with included water, high-speed internet, and cable, along with two exterior parking spaces.
Bright and spacious 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath in the desirable Bloomingdale Condo. This well-maintained unit features an open-concept living and dining area with a slider leading to a private patio- perfect for relaxing . An additional slider also in master bedroom. Includes in-unit laundry, parking, and updated full bathroom. No pets and no smoking. Tenants are responsible for all utilities (gas,
Property Id: 1954166Bright and spacious 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath in the desirable Bloomingdale Condo. This well-maintained unit features an open-concept living and dining area with a slider leading to a private patio- perfect for relaxing . An additional slider also in master bedroom. Includes in-unit laundry, parking, and updated full bathroom. No pets and no smoking. Tenants are responsible
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
3,150
Median Age
35
Population Density
16 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$64,437
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$73,709
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
87.9%
College Graduates
36%
Advanced Degrees
17.6%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
62.8%
On par with 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®
21/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
56/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
44/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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