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Main South
Called Main South by locals, Worcester’s University Park neighborhood centers around Main Street and Clark University. Traditionally, this area had a rough reputation, but community development efforts over the last decade have pushed it forward. It's where people stay from one generation to the next, where Victorian houses and traditional Worcester three-decker homes sit next to each other on urban streets and where diverse cuisines are well-represented. “Growing up it was just all families. When your mom wanted you to come home for dinner, she would yell, and it would get relayed down the street and you would head home,” says Billy McGuiness, co-owner of 1 Worcester Homes and a native of Main South. “You run into people and they look vaguely familiar, and they say, ‘oh you grew up over there too.’ It’s just like a little pocket there.”
Try The Grease Barbershop in Main South.
Pilgrim Congregational Church looks over Main South.
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There are many businesses and restaurants on Main St in Main South.
Cuisine of the world
Main South is known for its diverse restaurant offerings. Main Taqueria serves tacos and enchiladas from inside a cozy brick building. Ha Tien Market sells Vietnamese groceries and house-made banh mi. Baked pop tarts and espresso are available at New Tradition Company, a coffee house with rugs and a motorcycle theme. Maria's Kitchen makes large portions of pork shoulder and plantains. Chains like Dunkin and Family Dollar also have a presence here, and a Price Chopper supermarket is about 1 mile away. Students at Clark, a private liberal arts school, regularly hang out at Peppercorn’s Grille & Tavern and Annie’s Clark Brunch.
This incredible Queen Anne home has been converted into a multi family residence in Main South.
Victorian homes on urban streets
Houses in Main South sit right next to each other on densely packed streets. Historic Queen Anne homes, Victorian houses with bay windows and multifamily properties sit near spectacular brick church buildings. Street parking is the norm, though some homes have driveways, and some hide behind wooden or chain-link fences. Neighbors can easily walk around the area to restaurants, retail shops and social service organizations like the Boys & Girls Club of Worcester and Catholic Charities Worcester County.
South High Community School has an overall rating of B according to Niche.
Accelerated academics
Children living in Main South can attend Worcester Public Schools. Some kids are assigned to Goddard School of Science & Technology for elementary school, followed by Dr. Arthur F. Sullivan Middle School and South High Community School. Kids at Sullivan and South High can enroll in the Goddard Scholars Academy, an academically rigorous magnet program for high achievers in the Worcester school district. Worcester Public Schools also has a dual enrollment plan where high schoolers can take college courses and offers a fine arts magnet program at three of its schools.
Toy boat races
Main South is gritty and urban but has one of the city’s most picturesque parks. Also known as Crystal Park, the neighborhood green space spans about 14 acres and features tennis and basketball courts, a playground and picnic areas. Crystal Pond hosts the occasional toy boat race. Walking pathways swerve throughout for quiet moments of reflection.
Another stunning view of university Park.
Artists have their work displayed in University Park.
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Bus service for Main South can be found up and down Main St.
Driving and public transit
Public transportation is available via the Worcester Regional Transit Authority, which has several bus stops along Main Street. Main South is minutes from Interstate 290 and Route 146, a roadway that connects Worcester with Providence, Rhode Island. Union Station, where people can catch the commuter rail train to Boston, is a 10-minute drive. But Main South is an insular neighborhood where residents walk to eateries, bring their kids to the park and participate actively in their community. “Worcester is a great city, and if you spend time in the neighborhood and get to know people, and visit small mom and pop shops and restaurants, you get to see what makes it special,” says McGuiness.
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Parks in this Area
University Park
Oread Castle Park
Crystal Park
The Worcester Common Oval
Beaver Brook Park
Camp Park
Transit
Airport
Worcester Regional
11 min drive
Bus
Main St & Mill
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661 Park Ave (Meinke)
Bus
King St & Bluff St
Bus
Park Ave & Shirley St
Bus
Chandler St & Dewey St
Bus
Main St & Oread Pl
Bus
Park Ave & Chandler
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
University Park
US
Homicide
7
4
Sexual Assault
6
4
Assault with Weapon
6
4
Robbery
8
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
6
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
6
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
University Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in University Park, Worcester sell after 36 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in University Park, Worcester over the last 12 months is $525,000, up 13% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
wekcome to this spacious and well-maintainned three family home. all units new update kitchen with granite countertop and new bathrooms.each unit hardwood flooring . few years old heating systerm each unit. update sewer pie from house to city main pie. New update hot water tenk . five car parkings and three garage with rental $300 /month. frist floor long term tenant and low market price rent
This well-located 6-unit property at 345 Park Avenue features a mix of four 2-bedroom/1-bathroom units and two 1-bedroom/1-bathroom units, totaling 3,296 sq ft of living space. Four of the six units have been extensively renovated with granite countertops, new bathrooms, updated flooring, and modern finishes. All units are separately metered for gas heat, hot water, and electricity, with tenants
New construction townhouse near Clark University with 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths. 2 cars garage. Hardwood floor in living room, dining, and kitchen. Carpets in 3 bedrooms. Granite Countertop. stainless steels appliance. Seller offers free one year condo fees. Easy to access route 146, 290, and 90. Close to many amenities. Seller offers to hold 2nd mortgage $15,000 to qualify buyers.
Great location with easy access to all major routes. Two residential apartments in the back, with two bedrooms in second floor and one bedroom on the first floor. Three commercial units at the front (one restaurant, one coffee shop, and one retail ). Bonus on third floor for extra storage or rooms for owner occupied to used. Full rental, great for investment or owner occupied with mortgage help
Property Id: 1711200This cozy studio-unit property offers modern amenities such as oven, microwave, refrigerator, washer/dryer hookups, and hardwood floors. Off-street parking included. Rent for $1300/month with sewage and water included. No smoking or pets allowed. 1 car parking only
Property Id: 1998601Nice two bedroom unit coming available on first floor. Pictures are of unit directly above to show the layout. First floor being updated this month.Hardwood floors, freshly painted, no laundry. Cat considered. First and last. Parking first come first serve. To view, please text Wally RE Agent .
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
12,495
Median Age
35
Population Density
35 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$29,151
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$45,060
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
70.4%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
15.4%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.1%
% Population in Labor Force
52.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
49''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
79°F
Annual Snowfall
48''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
50/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
89/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
39/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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