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Woburn

The City of Woburn occupies 13.1 miles of the Fells Upland and is a suburban industrial city located along the upper Mystic Valley. Incorporated in 1642, Woburn became an early manufacturing center, tanning leather and making shoes. Production was large enough so that during the King Philip's Wars, town taxes were partially paid in shoes.


The smallpox epidemic of 1675 cut deeply into the town's population. The Middlesex Canal from Boston opened in 1803 and the Boston and Lowell Railroad in 1835. Woburn continued to make boots and shoes and in 1855 made $280,000 in footwear, but by 1865 there had been a shift away from manufacturing shoes and toward the production of leather. In that year alone, the tanneries of Woburn shipped $1.7 million of leather and Woburn was at the head of the tanning industry in the country. Immigrants from Ireland, Nova Scotia and Canada moved to Woburn to take the jobs in the tanneries and in 1884, 26 large tanneries employed 1500 men producing $4.5 million worth of leather.


Henry Thayer of Woburn originated chrome tanning, which took the place of bark tanning, in 1901. The tanyards clearly supplemented the city's subsistence farming from the earliest settlement times. By 1915 there was some diversification in the city's economy and residents were making ice cream, machine tools, mops and paper boxes among other things. Woburn developed as an early English town settlement and has a notable early burying ground. Suburban growth began in the mid-19th century and has continued.

School System Info

MCAS Ranking (of 351 towns) in State:

10th Grade Math:

79  

 

10th Grade Eng:

92  

 

8th Grade Math:

103  

 

8th Grade Eng:

94  

 

8th Grade Science:

77  

 

4th Grade Math:

139  

 

4th Grade Eng:

63  

 

Spending/Student:

$10,161

Average SAT scores:

1463

Student/Teacher Ratios:

12.4 to 1

 

 

Community

Population:36,871 Median Income in town: $70,585 Population Density:
(people per square mile)

2917

 

 

Crime Rate (per 1000 residents):

Property: 22.8 / 1,000
Violent: 2.5 / 1,000

 

Real Estate

Number of active:

Singles/Condos/Multis: 87 / 38 / 21

Median home price this year: N/A Median home price last year:

$342,000

Median home price 5 yrs ago:

$366,000

% change since last year:

N/A

% change since 5 years ago:

-7%

Avg single family tax bill:

$3,356

 

Transportation

Rail info: (T stops, commuter rail stops)

Anderson/Woburn (Lowell Line)
Mishawum (Lowell Line)

Subway info:

subway

Bus lines:

134, 354

Miles to Boston:

12

Drive time to Boston (minutes):

19

Rail time to Boston:

27

 

 

RECENT LISTING

TYPE:

Condo

PRICE:

$359,900

Almost brand new, 6+ room, 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath TH w/app 2000 sf built in 2006. Features large kit w/granite counters, s.s. appls, open to dining area w/sliders to deck. Gleaming hardwd flrs, C/A, plus separate 2nd flr laundry room. 3rd flr MBR w/master bath & separate w-in closet. 1 car garge & part. finished & heated room in basement. Landscaped lot w/sprinkler system. Deck w/separate yard area. Pets allowed. Convenient to highways, public transportation & walk to Horn Pond.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$609,900

Traditional or shingle style colonial to be built on last lot left on newer Westside cul-de-sac. The builders saved the best lot for last! You pick which front facade you prefer! This home offers all the amenities. Generous sized bedrms with optional 4th bdrm or 2 story grand entry foyer. Granite counters, a/c, hdwd flrg & gas frplc are only a few of the many features. Please allow minimun 3 monthe from P&S. Customize this home with all your own personal choices or we can "build to suit".  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$579,900

BRAND NEW 15 LOT SUBDIVISION IN CENTRAL SQUARE, "SPENCE CROSSING". This unique neighborhood will feature all "shingle style" homes w/ cedar impression siding on the front gables & period details. Granite counters, central a/c, hdwd flrg and gas frplcs are only a few of the many features. Custom street lighting & large private lots will make this one of the most desirable neighborhoods in the city. Call for info.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$609,900

Custom shingle style colonial in brand new 15 lot subdivision in central square, "SPENCE CROSSING". This home offers all the amenities including separate 2nd flr laundry rm, full mudroom btwn kit & gar plus walk-in pantry. Generous sized bedrooms with optional 4th bdrm or 2 story grand entry foyer. Front gables have shingle style siding & period details. Granite counters, central a/c, hdwd flrg & gas frplcs are only a few of the many features.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$245,000

Three Bedroom Cape with bath on each floor has need for your handiwork but offers a great yard in a low traffic neighborhood. House has some Hardwood under carpets, a side-to-side enclosed farmer's porch which is in need of some repairs! 1st floor bedroom is an addition and has a wall airconditioner in place. Above Ground Pool and deck in the back border an open side yard as the house is situated on the side of the lot. We will consider all reasonable offers! This is not a short sale.  



TYPE:

Multi-Family

PRICE:

$279,900

SAVE TIME AND MONEY with this one. Lender wants this closed quickly so HURRY! PERFECT neighborhood - quiet corner lot!! Larger unit in good condition. Smaller unit needs work. Property has newer replacement windows. Pellet stove in larger unit! Being sold AS-IS. This property needs work. Great for investor or cash buyer. Financing is possible but work is needed. Buyer responsible for own due diligence and smoke cert.  



TYPE:

Land

PRICE:

$279,900

Large 1.5 acre lot, approved for one single family home. Part of a recently approved 6 lot subdivision. Once built your home will have a long driveway leading to an exclusive and tranquil setting buffered by conservation lands. A great opportunity to build your dream home. Rarely is a lot this size available at a reasonable price.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$689,900

Top Location!! Westside eight room, four bedroom, 2 1/2 bath Colonial features formal dining room, first floor fireplace family room and large eat in kitchen with sliders to deck. Hardwood floors. First floor laundry and half bath. Master bedroom with walk in closet and full bath. Large private yard with deck and patio area great for summer entertaining. Quiet cul de sac. Two car attached garage. Convenient location to major routes, shopping and more!  



TYPE:

Condo

PRICE:

$289,900

Pristine, sun splashed first floor unit at Place Lane. Spacious master bedroom suite with full tiled bath and large walk in closet. Dining area with lovely chandelier and wood parquet floor. This unit also features large closets, full size washer and dryer and the parking spot is right near the patio. The many amenities to this complex include pool, tennis, exercise room and on site concierge. Enjoy the close proximity to 128 and 93.  



TYPE:

Condo

PRICE:

$399,000

SUPER PRIVATE!!!!! Very desirable Horn Pond area. Beautiful spacious, very rare, 3+ bd, 2 bath, 1 car garage, with a beautiful large deck, in a very secluded, private setting. Roof, windows, vinyl siding and heating system were all done between 2000-2002. 3 levels of spacious living area, steps away from Horn Pond. This is a very unique unit. Looking for that buyer who's desires to be private are a must and has a keen eye for the beauty and appreciation this property has to offer.  



TYPE:

Condo

PRICE:

$114,900

Just move in! One bedroom condo within walking distance to pond and walking trials. Fully applianced kitchen. First floor unit. Convenient to downtown and public transportation.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$127,900

Move-In Condition! Newly remodeled single family house features newer kitchen, flooring,and roof. Located on a dead end street, yet close to all of the shopping of downtown Woburn. No Basement on slab. Off Street Parking. Better than a condo. No condo fee or association.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$449,900

Don't miss this one!! Move right into this lovely maintained 4 bedroom Colonial w/ gorgeous private fenced backyard with inground pool. Open floor plan. Large fireplaced livingroom opens to diningroom and kitchen. Hardwood floors throughout. First floor familyroom opens to 3 season room and deck. Front to back masterbedroom suite w/ newer marble bath and french doors to priv.deck. Sprinkler and sec. system. Lower level fplcd. playroom. Walk to pond. Open house 7/25, 12-2.  



TYPE:

Condo

PRICE:

$229,900

This Spacious two bedroom unit at the Ambassador Manor offers a convenience location and modern amenities. Kitchen with all the standard appliances, hardwood floors, and laundry facilities/storage in the building. Enjoy spending time at the inground swimming pool, or walking to Horn Pond.  



TYPE:

Multi-Family

PRICE:

$424,900

Duplex ? Horn Pond area. Owner occupied. 9 rooms, 4 bedrooms, 3 baths. 2nd Unit - 5 rooms, 2 bedrooms, 1 ½ baths. Newer roof, windows, vinyl siding and addition. Close to public transportation. Views of the pond. Above ground pool.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$312,500

Exceptionally clean 3 bedroom colonial. Beautiful hardwood floors. Walk to Horn Pond, Shopping and elementary school. Motivated sellers. Large deck, parking for 4 cars, and large closets.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$319,000

Great Beginnings. The perfect home. Picture perfect lot with a great flat yard and large newer shed for storage. Updated furnance, water heater and roof. Newer windows. Hardwood floors on first floor. Use the first floor bedroom as an at home office or the master. An additional 720 sq ft of additional space in dry basement for future expansion. Bring your decorative ideas and make it your own! (Inside pics coming soon!)  



TYPE:

Multi-Family

PRICE:

$579,900

SO MANY OPTIONS. Condo Conversion, Live in totally renovated large side and use other as additional income (present tenant looking for long term lease) or perfect for extended family living. #146 has new windows, new kitchen with granite and Bosch appliances, and tile floors, new carpets throughout. More living space than you know what to do with two large fireplaced family rooms. Detached two car garage (with electricity) can be used for work, pleasure or additional income.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$729,900

Stunning, Spacious and Immaculate 10 room center entrance colonial located on corner lot at culdesac near all ammenities. This home offers large granite eat in kitchen, huge family room with vaulted ceilings and gas fireplace, formal dining and livingrooms, a finished basement with full bath and 4th bedroom. There are hardwood floors throughout and first floor private laundry room. CENTRAL AIR, SECURITY SYSTEM, SPRINKLER SYSTEM AND BEAUTIFUL MOLDINGS. GORGEOUS HOME.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$409,000

Meticulous Cape in sought after West side. Classic 'Pottery Barn' feel, updated kitchen with new SS appliances and new tile floor overlooks fireplaced living room. Spectacular lot with 8-zone irrigation, separately fenced in gorgeous in-ground pool w/solar cover. Hardwood floors thru-out first and second level. Oversized family room in finished walk-out lower level. Needs nothing, just move in! Open House Sun 7/25 1:00 - 3:00. Offers will be responded to Tuesday at 6:00 PM.  








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