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West Tatnuck

West Tatnuck

$478,019 Average Value
$300 Average Price per Sq Ft
21 Homes For Sale

Conservation land and residential roads make up West Tatnuck

West Tatnuck offers a natural setting, with winding, tree-shaded roads and acres of conservation land. Though locals often enjoy hiking to the top of waterfalls and past farm animals grazing pastures, the community is within Worcester city limits. “All the biggest employers are just 10 to 15 minutes away,” says Joe Abramoff, a broker with BA Property & Lifestyle Advisors, who has sold several homes in the area. “People commute into the city to work at the hospitals and universities, and then they get to come home to a place that’s really quiet.” West Tatnuck also offers easy access to Worcester Regional Airport and major highways, like Interstate 90.

Houses sell quickly in West Tatnuck

Mid-20th-century ranch styles and late ‘90s New Traditionals are also common. Maple, oak and pine trees often shade lawns, with the median lot size a little over a quarter-acre. Houses typically have two to five bedrooms and driveways. Smaller homes can cost between $300,000 and $600,000, while larger homes on big lots usually range from $700,000 to over $1 million. The community also has condos, with prices starting at $215,000 and reaching $250,000. On average, homes sell after 18 days on the market, which is significantly faster than the national average. “I’ve had a few houses sell way above asking price and within four days of being on the market,” Abramoff says. West Tatnuck has a CAP Index Crime Score of 3 out of 10, lower than the national average of 4.

Homes in West Tatnuck range in details including gambrel roofs amongst others.
Homes in West Tatnuck range in details including gambrel roofs amongst others.
This unique Cape Cod style home is one of many in West Tatnuck.
This unique Cape Cod style home is one of many in West Tatnuck.
Homes have large front lawns with beautiful large trees in West Tatnuck.
Homes have large front lawns with beautiful large trees in West Tatnuck.
Modern style Ranch and Bungalows homes are also homes of West Tatnuck.
Modern style Ranch and Bungalows homes are also homes of West Tatnuck.
Many homes in West Tatnuck sit upon a hill.
Many homes in West Tatnuck sit upon a hill.
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Several hiking trails are accessible in West Tatnuck

The Greater Worcester Land Trust manages several conservation plots in the area, and hiking trails connect many of these spaces. “People here love to hike because there are so many accessible options,” Abramoff says. Trails in Cascades Park stretch alongside a 60-foot-tall waterfall. The paths also reach Boynton Park, another community green space with picnic tables and a baseball diamond. Hikers may see sheep and chickens as they trek trails at Donker Farm, a working farm at West Tatnuck’s core. Several lakes with fishing docks and boat launches, including Coes Reservoir, are less than 5 miles away.

Mallards are some of the interesting wildlife found at Cook’s Woods.
Mallards are some of the interesting wildlife found at Cook’s Woods.
Cook Pond is one go the many ponds of Wes Tatnuck.
Cook Pond is one go the many ponds of Wes Tatnuck.
Upon arriving Cook’s Woods you are greeted with the large sign and maps indicating the trails.
Upon arriving Cook’s Woods you are greeted with the large sign and maps indicating the trails.
The playground at Farber Field is where families can enjoy time with their children.
The playground at Farber Field is where families can enjoy time with their children.
Farber Field has a large soccer pitch and a robust playground.
Farber Field has a large soccer pitch and a robust playground.
Pines abundantly grow along the trails in Cook’s Woods.
Pines abundantly grow along the trails in Cook’s Woods.
Once in Moreland Woods trail markers let you know where to walk.
Once in Moreland Woods trail markers let you know where to walk.
Cook’s Path is the longer trail that takes you hiking deeper through Cook’s Woods.
Cook’s Path is the longer trail that takes you hiking deeper through Cook’s Woods.
The Crystal Pond Loop Trail is on of the many hikes of Cook’s Woods.
The Crystal Pond Loop Trail is on of the many hikes of Cook’s Woods.
The Cascading Waters are one of the many natural features of West Tatnuck.
The Cascading Waters are one of the many natural features of West Tatnuck.
Crystal Pond is found at the base of Cook’s Woods.
Crystal Pond is found at the base of Cook’s Woods.
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West Tatnuck has a public school

Worcester Public Schools serve the community. Kids can attend prekindergarten through sixth grade at West Tatnuck School, which Niche grades a B. They may continue to B-minus-rated Forest Grove Middle and B-graded Doherty Memorial High School, where Career Technical Education pathways include engineering and construction. Worcester State University, less than 2 miles south, offers over 95 undergraduate majors, ranging from nursing to accounting. Assumption University, Clark University and Worcester Polytechnic Institute are all less than 4 miles away.

Chandler Magnet is a unique school for the children of Tatnuck.
Chandler Magnet is a unique school for the children of Tatnuck.
Tatnuk Magnet School is located in West Tatnuck surrounded around beautiful homes.
Tatnuk Magnet School is located in West Tatnuck surrounded around beautiful homes.
West Tatnuck School Is located at the top of the hill in West Tatnuck.
West Tatnuck School Is located at the top of the hill in West Tatnuck.
Jacob Hiatt Magnet Pre-K & Elementary School in Worcester offers a rich educational experience.
Jacob Hiatt Magnet Pre-K & Elementary School in Worcester offers a rich educational experience.
Chandler Magnet School Serves the Worcester Community.
Chandler Magnet School Serves the Worcester Community.
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Bakeries and bars are in the neighborhood

A few locally owned restaurants are at the intersection of Pleasant, Chandler and Mower streets. Cupcakes and quiche sit under the glass at On The Rise, a bakery that’s been around since 2006. Guinness signs and huge TVs hang from the walls of Scruffy Murphys, where live music nights and Patriots watch parties are held regularly. Grocery stores like Price Chopper and Price Rite are about 4 miles east, and Webster Square Plaza, 5 miles south, has retailers like Shaw’s and Marshalls.

Tatnuck Country Club has been around for decades

Tatnuck Country Club, on the community’s south side, holds the distinction of being one of the first 100 golf courses in the country. The 9-hole course was designed by the famous Donald Ross in 1898. Today, members also have access to the pool, tennis courts and restaurant. Despite its proximity, joining the club isn’t a must for locals. “It’s there if you want to join it, but it’s not the end-all, be-all for the community,” Abramoff says

Downtown Worcester and the Worcester Regional Airport are nearby

West Tatnuck is a car-dependent community. A 4-mile drive east on Pleasant Street leads to downtown Worcester, home to the UMass Memorial Medical Center and Saint Vincent Hospital. Worcester Regional Transit Authority buses provide routes into the city. Worcester Regional Airport is in the southern part of the community and employs around 600 people. Locals may hear noise from the airport, but it's not too much of a disturbance. “There isn’t any super noticeable noise pollution,” Abramoff says. Interstate 90, about 10 miles south, reaches Boston with another 40-mile drive east.

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Worcester Regional

3 min drive

Bus

Sunny Hill Dr & Bailey Rd

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1351 Pleasant St

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Pleasant St & Joppa Rd

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Goddard Dr & 135 Goddard Dr

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Pleasant St & Mapleleaf Rd

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Mower St & Pleasant St 2

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Bailey St & Airport Dr

Crime and Safety

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

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

West Tatnuck Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$447,450
Median Sale Price
$440,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$455,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$260,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$345,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
75
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-7%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$300

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,389
Number of Homes for Sale
21
Median Year Built
1956
Months of Supply
3.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,588
Below the national average
1,925
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,172
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,387
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
940
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,018

Open Houses

  • Sunday, Sep 14
    10am - 12pm

    45 Camelot Dr, Worcester, MA 01602

    $335,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 1.5 Baths
    • 1,700 Sq Ft
    • 45 Camelot Dr
    • New 4 days ago

    Multi-level townhouse featuring light and airy rooms and versatile living space in Moreland Hill! You'll enter into a spacious living room leading through to a bright kitchen featuring luxury vinyl flooring, gas range, recessed lighting and white cabinetry with a dining area beyond and slider onto your private deck; perfect for entertaining! A half bath means guests need never venture upstairs

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    Kevin Chase
    Keller Williams Boston MetroWest
    (508) 310-4540
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  • Sunday, Sep 14
    12:30 - 2:30pm

    297 Mower St, Worcester, MA 01602

    $595,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 2,295 Sq Ft
    • 297 Mower St
    • New 1 day ago

    Tatnuck square area! Move right into this beautifully maintained, freshly painted 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths home with a finished walk-out basement. Since it was built, this home has been lovingly cherished by one family, thoughtfully updated to meet modern living standards. It offers contemporary style with practical upgrades, including modern electrical and plumbing fixtures, new granit tops in

    Walter Ehrlich Landmark Real Estate

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  • Saturday, Sep 13
    11am - 2pm

    29 Bailey St, Worcester, MA 01602

    $569,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 1.5 Baths
    • 2,306 Sq Ft
    • 29 Bailey St
    • New 4 days ago

    Stunning Colonial w/open floor plan & beautiful hardwoods throughout located in desirable West Tatnuck where spaces blend seamlessly to create an environment of both comfort & style. The kitchen features beautiful white cabinets, granite countertops w/backsplash, peninsula/bar for gathering, SS appliances, also featuring recessed, pendant & undercounter lighting creating a charming

    Yenifer Sifontes Weichert REALTORS®, Hope & Associates

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
7,009
Median Age
43
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$125,197
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$148,400

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
94.7%
College Graduates
46.5%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
22.4%
% Population in Labor Force
74.3%
Above the national average
65.1%

Weather

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

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

4 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

31 / 100

Minimal Transit

Transit Score®

22 / 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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