Information & Real Estate Data
A small strictly residential and agricultural community
tucked in the heart of apple country and characterized by a rural atmosphere,
and yet has immediate access to extensive shopping at the Solomon
Pond Mall and other major retailers along Donald Lynch Blvd. Berlin has grown slowly in
comparison to some of its larger neighbors. The real estate in
the community is comprised of
both old and new single family housing as well as housing oriented
uniquely to seniors, Access to Routes 495 and 290 enhances the
town’s desirability as a quiet suburban location in which to settle.
Population:
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2,293
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Number of Single Family Homes:
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748 |
Land Area:
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13.18 square miles |
Number of Condominium
Units:
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82 |
Government:
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Town Meeting |
Number of Multi-Family &
Apt. Complexs:
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65 |
County:
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Worcester |
Median SF Sales Price:
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$560,000 |
Official Town Web
Site:
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None |
Median Condominium Sales
Price:
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$375,000 |
Phone of Town Hall or offices:
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978-838-2442 |
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Schools
Berlin and Boylston are each an
independent school district sharing the same
superintendent. One elementary school in Berlin for grades
K-6. One Regional High School serving grades 7-12 in
Boylston. Special classrooms available for students who
exhibit specified learning disabilities. Honors courses are
available for qualified students.
Superintendent’s Name and Phone#:
Marcia A Veshia Lukon,
District Superintendent
(508) 869-2837
Medical Facilities
Majority of
practicing physicians and dentists in neighboring
communities. Nearest hospital is in Marlboro.
Places of Worship
One Catholic,
Congregational, and Unitarian Universalist.
Shopping
Basic shopping
located in town. More extensive retail facilities
in neighboring communities.
Utilities and Services
US National Grid
(electric) services the town; private water and
sewerage.
Recreational Facilities
Several large
conservation areas within the town. Two
playgrounds, athletic fields, baseball field, lighted
night skating; 9-hole golf course and driving range.
The recreation committee oversees these facilities.
Transportation
There is no public
transportation within Berlin but excellent service is
available in nearby Marlboro; access to Route 495.
Distances
Berlin is located 35
miles northwest of Boston and 14 miles northeast of
Worcester.
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Last Modified
05/16/2007 |