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The heartbeat of Worcester
Commonly known as the Canal District, Green Island is where gritty and gray Worcester gets a true pop of color. Named after the Blackstone Canal that powered the area during the American Industrial Revolution, the district is a walkable area with cupcake shops, upscale restaurants, a European-style marketplace and a brand-new minor league baseball stadium.
Green Island neighbors live in converted brick factory condominiums and three-decker houses, which were popularized in Worcester during the industrial age. Locals walk out their front doors, down the steps and up the fading sidewalks for coffee and boba tea from merchants on Water and Green streets. Gray and rainy Worcester Saturdays are spent at an indoor marketplace, where mom-and-pop shops sell fresh flowers, hot sauce and ramen. Audible cheers from the nearby baseball stadium can be heard at nearby apartments on spring afternoons, whether or not people keep their windows open. The neighborhood is walkable, but drivers will have their patience tested, as Green Island has the most notoriously hectic traffic circle in Massachusetts.
Locals are found walking outside of Worcester Public Market.
The Kelley Square is ranked the eighth-most dangerous intersection in Massachusetts.
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Repurposed factories and three-decker homes
Three-decker homes built in the late 19th- and early 20th centuries line the urban residential streets of Green Island. These multifamily houses became popular during the Industrial Age because they made spatial and economic sense. Triple-deckers sit right next to each other on urban streets, behind fences and sidewalks, with no front lawns. Condos in ornate Art Deco buildings are also available, and units inside converted brick manufacturing centers are for sale. Home prices in Green Island range from $300,000 to $400,000. The median sale price for a single-family home in Worcester is just under $400,000.
Canal Lofts is located in a beautifully restored historic mill in the popular Canal District.
You’ll find a lot of Worcester three-decker homes near manufacturing facilities in Green Island.
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Having a blast, eating fresh bread
Green Island is where people go to have a good time. Birch Tree Bread Co., located inside the historic brick Crompton building, is a popular place to start the day. The rustic bakery has high ceilings, which creates a busy, lively environment, and people fawn over its fresh bread and tomato bisque. At the European-style open-air Worcester Public Market, locals sip sudsy beers at the Wachusett Brew Yard. The intimate Lock 50 is a popular spot for date nights, and down the street, Whiskey on Water features a massive menu of bourbons, scotches, Irish whiskeys and more. It’s open late, and people head there to watch live bands or dance as DJs spin tunes. People get takeout from Che! Empanada and sweet treats from the Queen’s Cups, where the cupcakes and brownies have a cult following.
BirchTree Bread Co., located in Green Island, produces bread with natural ingredients.
Whiskey On Water is the go-to nightclub to show off your moves in Green Island, Worcester.
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A baseball stadium and wild intersection
In 2021, the minor league Worcester Red Sox played their first game at Polar Park, a new stadium built in Green Island specifically for the so-called “WooSox.” Baseball fans living in Green Island can walk to games, but non-fans might find the extra crowding on game days to be a nuisance. Undeniably a nuisance is Kelley Square, a seven-way intersection so notorious in Massachusetts that some locals stick “this car survived Kelley Square” stickers to their back bumpers. The city invested in Kelley Square over the past few years, making improvements to account for more pedestrian traffic in Green Island. But navigating the intersection successfully – without stopping in the middle -- is still considered a Worcester rite of passage.
Polar Park has drawn many fans from all over MA, including the surrounding neighborhoods.
Kelley Square is a favorite local destination in Worcester, known for its lively atmosphere.
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Open fields and a skate park
Green Island is an urban neighborhood, more of a concrete jungle than an urban green space. Neighbors who want to get active can head to Crompton Park for a baseball game or to relax. Children splash around in the park’s outdoor swimming pool in the summertime.
This stone pillar marks the front entrance of Green Island's Crompton Park.
Locals of Worcester have a blast ice skating on weekends with family and friends.
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Worcester Public Schools with career-specific programs
Kids living in Green Island can attend Worcester Public Schools. The district has nearly 24,000 students and a B-minus rating from Niche. Kids can attend Chandler Magnet School, Worcester East Middle School and North High School. Chandler and Worcester East have C ratings from Niche, and North High School is rated C-plus. North High School offers a health science academy and business technology program, and admission is based on a lottery system.
Chandler Magnet School is located in Worcester, MA.
North High is a public option for teens in the Worcester area.
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Getting around by car, train and bus
Green Island hugs Interstate 290, the main highway in Worcester. I-290 connects to other roadways like Interstate 495 and the Massachusetts Turnpike. Nearby Route 146 connects Worcester to Providence, Rhode Island, and train commuters can ride into Boston via nearby Union Station. The Worcester Regional Transit Authority has several bus stops along Green Street, linking the area to downtown. The drive from Green Island to Boston takes about an hour.
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On average, homes in Green Island, Worcester sell after 35 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Green Island, Worcester over the last 12 months is $350,000, down 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Great opportunity to own this beautiful and spacious half-duplex featuring 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and a partially finished basement. Built in 2017, this well-maintained home offers three levels of living space and a one-car garage. The modern kitchen features granite countertops and upgraded cabinetry. Additional highlights include gas heating, central air conditioning, a nice deck, and a
Attn: Contractors and investors: Three unit building damaged by small fire* One large three-bedroom unit* Two One-bedroom units* Damage is in 2 rooms on the first level & they are gutted * Architectural plans for finish are attached* Lots of off-street parking* Close to Polar Park, Major Highways and Crompton Park* Building is vacant* Sold as-is! Cash or Rehab loans Only
Rare Development Opportunity in Worcester's Booming Canal District! Serious investors take notice! Prime cleared and level 7,173 sq ft lot zoned RG-5 with signed and stamped plans in hand for a 4-family structure plus potential to build a 6-family with proper permitting. Property to face Endicott St per city guidance.(Seller has applied for new street address) Current structure to be demolished
Presenting a new luxury apartment community in Worcester’s Canal District, offering unparalleled excitement, energy, and views. Residents can energize themselves in our advanced fitness center, relax on our impressive rooftop deck, or concentrate in one of our specialized co-working areas. Enjoy privileged access to the neighborhood's activities, including concerts, festivals, and Woo Sox games.
Spacious and modern 1 bed, 1.5 bath apartment offering 1,300 sq ft of open living space in a professionally managed luxury building. Features include stainless steel appliances, ample storage, and high-end finishes throughout. Enjoy access to on-site amenities such as a fitness center, stylish common areas, and one deeded parking space. Utilities included—tenant only pays electric and internet.
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