$446,889Average Value$301Average Price per Sq Ft5Homes For Sale
Union Hill offers commutability under 2 miles from The Canal District
Union Hill is an urban residential neighborhood that has something for everyone. With housing options ranging from apartments to multi-family properties, this is a great option for first-time homebuyers and those looking to invest in the rental market alike. Conveniently located near The Canal District and two major roadways, the neighborhood has easy access to amenities in the surrounding metropolitan area.
Union Hill is not far from downtown Worcester.
A man and his dog climb the stairs to a home at Union Hill, Worcester.
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Housing options from apartments to single- or multi-family houses
Home prices in Union Hill start in the mid $200,000s and can reach the millions. More than anything, they depend on a property's condition, with single-family homes with modern interiors costing the same as a seven-bedroom home that might need some updating. There’s a variety of housing options here, from two-bedroom, four-square homes to three-story multi-family properties with Victorian architecture. “There are triple-deckers, duplexes and apartments,” says Juliana Danquah, broker/owner of xSell Realty, who has 25 years of experience selling in Worcester. “There are also condos, which are a good option for first-time homebuyers or investors who want to put their money in the rental market. There’s a good mix of buyers and renters.”
In Union Hill, you will find single family home that have been converted into apartments.
Some three story apartments in Union Hill have interesting architecture.
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North High School's brand new building, historic Worcester Academy
Students are zoned for the Worcester Public School District and can attend Grafton Street School before attending Worcester East Middle School. These schools get C-ratings from Niche. Children can finish their public education at North High School, which Niche gives a C-plus. In 2011, North High School moved into a brand-new $5 million, 225,000-square-foot facility. Other academic options include Worcester Academy, a historic, private boarding and day school that receives an A-plus from Niche.
Niche gives the private school Worcester Academy an overall rating of A+.
With multiple building, Grafton Street School has a unique campus.
Worcester East Middle School is located on Grafton Street.
North High is a public option for teens in the Worcester area.
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Pocket parks close to home and baseball games at nearby Polar Park
On the corner of Houghton Street and Dorchester Street, there’s a small pocket park that is a great place for kids to blow off steam after school. The park is walkable from some homes in the neighborhood, and there’s a swing set, a playground and a few beaches. The neighborhood is only a mile east of Polar Park, home of the Worcester Red Sox – or WooSox – minor league baseball team, a Triple-A affiliate of the Boston Red Sox.
There is plenty of playground equipment for the kids at Houghton Street Historical District.
The park & playground at the corner of Houghton & Dorchester Street in Worcester.
The park & playground at the corner of Houghton & Dorchester Street in Worcester.
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Restaurants along Grafton Street, small grocers nearby
Several local restaurants and corner stores are walkable from homes in the neighborhood. The Taco Spot is a popular destination, serving various taco, taquito, quesadilla and nacho options. Another local favorite is Victoria Evergreen Restaurant, locally known as “Grandma’s Kitchen”, serving large portions of authentic African cuisine. George’s Bakery is a great option for takeout, where visitors can walk up to the counter and order Syrian meat, spinach or cheese pies. No Name Grocery on Vernon Street has everything, from fresh fruits and vegetables to cleaning products and sodas. This is a great place to pop in and grab something quick. For a more comprehensive shopping trip, head to Walmart on Tobis Way, about 2 miles south of the neighborhood.
“The neighborhood connects easily to Kelley Square and all the amenities there,” says Danquah. Around Kelley Square and The Canal District, just across U.S. Interstate 290, there’s an onslaught of shops and restaurants, like The Worcester Public Market, an indoor hub for numerous small businesses.
A chef at The Taco Spot in Grafton Hill prepares birria chicken tacos.
George's Bakery in Grafton Hill sells a variety of authentic Mediterranean staples.
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Easy access to highways, bus routes and Worcester Airport
The neighborhood is bordered by U.S. Interstate 290, which leads north and can start a trip 50 miles east to Boston. Residents are also within minutes of Massachusetts State Route 146, which leads 40 miles southeast to Providence. Bus routes throughout the neighborhood lead to various parts of Worcester. The Worcester Airport is about 9 miles west and will lead locals out of their urban residential neighborhood to anywhere in the world.
GreatSchools:
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Parks in this Area
Cristoforo Colombo Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Vernon Hill Playground
Worcester Commons
The Worcester Common Oval
Holmes Field
Gaskill Field
Transit
Airport
Worcester Regional
13 min drive
Bus
Dorchester St & Rice Ln
Bus
Heywood And Academy Fields
Bus
Dorchester St & Houghton St
Bus
Dorchester St & Barclay St
Bus
Grafton St & Flower St
Bus
Dorchester St & Chapin St
Bus
Dorchester St & Providence St
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Union HIll
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
6
4
Robbery
6
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Union HIll Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Union HIll, Worcester sell after 92 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Union HIll, Worcester over the last 12 months is $809,000, up 62% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
7,540
Median Age
34
Population Density
24 ppl/acre
Population under 18
28.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
11%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$57,931
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$62,080
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
76.3%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
14.8%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.2%
% Population in Labor Force
71.8%
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®
43/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
80/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
49/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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