The Real Estate Market in Barre, MA

Barre, Massachusetts is located in the center of the state, a small town of approximately 5,000 people. The real estate market there is average, with some new homes being built and families being drawn to the area for its small-town charm. Though it is a smaller community, routes 32, 122, and 62 are easily accessible and provide access to many larger cities including Worcester and Leominster. Many families that live in town have family members that travel to work in the larger cities.

There are currently sixty homes for sale in Barre, MA, with the majority of them in the $250,000 to $300,000 range. Most homes in this range have three bedrooms and from ½ to 2 acres of land. Styles of homes in Barre include antique homes and farmhouses as well as newer, modern construction. The homes are located in neighborhoods for the most part, with a few located on busier routes on the main streets. While most homes for sale are in this middle range there are a few homes with more acreage and four bedrooms for sale upwards of $500,000. At the other end of the market there are a three houses for sale under $150,000. These homes are smaller, with two bedrooms, and are in need of some repairs and upkeep.

While Barre is small, the town does have a small grocery store, the IGA, as well as a hardware store, a pharmacy, two gas stations and two banks. There are plenty of restaurants including an Uncle Sam's, a Dunkin Donuts and a Subway. The Barre Mill is an informal, family restaurant with great food at affordable prices. The town also has a more upscale restaurant, Picasso's, that features fine cuisine. There is no hospital in town but there is a medical center for general appointments and some emergency care. The medical center recently renovated and expanded to handle the growing patient base.

Entertainment in the town of Barre is usually community-oriented. There is a small theater that produces approximately six plays each year. There are community fairs, parades, concerts on the common and events put on by local groups. In town there are a few places to take hikes, ride bikes and walk. For additional entertainment, Gardner and Worcester are both close by and offer movies, music venues and more.

If you are interested in buying real estate in Barre, MA there are two local realtors, Waterwheel Realty and Neylon Real Estate.