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Hopkinton Holliston Westboro make Boston Magazine 50 Best Public High Schools
 There are plenty of excellent school systems in Massachusetts. In the area which I cover Real Estate Hopkinton, Holliston, and Westboro made Boston Magazine's list of the 50 best public high schools in the state.
The calculations of the best schools according to a detailed formula. According to Boston Magazine here is how they graded the schools:
"Our goal in compiling this year's list of the area's best public high schools was not to identify only those schools that are performing well, but also those doing so while operating efficiently, too. To gather our data, we consulted school officials, school websites, and the state Department of Education; if numbers were unavailable, we used data from previous surveys. If that failed, the mean for the category was used so as not to skew the analysis. Variables that would be expected to increase when enrollment rises were standardized in accordance with the size of the student body.
We gave our data to professor I. Elaine Allen, research director of the Arthur M. Blank Center for Entrepreneurship at Babson College, who calculated the rankings using a weighted average of cost and performance data over several years. Using correlation analysis, factor analysis, standardization of scores, and Grey relational analysis, Allen created a common metric for comparison.
Change over the previous three years was calculated to examine whether improved performance was related to change in spending. Because already-high-performing schools have little ability to increase their relative performance on standardized tests, two additional components were created: a factor for the relationship of a school's improvement to any increased costs, and a current cost-efficiency factor, which measures academic performance against dollars spent. These two factors were weighted equally and combined to provide the final ranking. Only grades 9 through 12 were included. And while only districtwide per-pupil expenditure figures were available, we still consider those numbers relevant indicators of how efficiently high schools are being run: Even if per-pupil expenditure varies, the way a district chooses to allocate its money is still an indicator of overall effectiveness."
Here is the links to the chart detailing Boston Magazines best public high schools.
Hopkinton High School came in ranked #24 for cost efficiency and #24 for academic performance. Hopkinton spent $11,114 per pupil.
Holliston High School came in ranked #35 for cost effeciency and #20 for academic performance. Holliston spent $9524 per pupil.
Westboro High School came in ranked #15 for cost effeciency and #16 for acedemic performance. Westboro spent  $12,555 per pupil.
Hopkinton High School also recently was awarded Newsweek Magazine top 500 Schools in the country.
The quality of the towns school system will be a big variable in determining a towns Real Estate cache. A town with a good school system will almost always carry higher property values. Hopkinton, Holliston, and Westboro certainly offer a quality education and have been towns with an excellent reputation. All three towns apparently do pretty well in allocating their expenditures.
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The above information regarding Boston Magazines top 50 Massachusetts High Schools was provided by Bill Gassett, the team leader for the #4 RE/MAX Team in Massachusetts in 2007.
Bill can be reached via email at billgassett@remaxexec.com or by phone at 508-435-5356. Bill has helped people move in and out of many Metrowest towns for the last 22 Years. Bill's office is conveniently located in the center of Hopkinton MA at 77 Main Street.
I have a passion for Real Estate and love to share my marketing expertise! I would welcome the opportunity to earn your business.
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I service the following towns in Metrowest MA: Hopkinton, Milford, Upton, Southboro, Westboro, Ashland, Holliston, Mendon, Hopedale, Medway, Grafton, Northbridge, Uxbridge, Douglas, and Framingham MA.
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08/27/2008 08:02 AM
Apple Tree Hill Condos Hopkinton Massachusetts
 Apple Tree Hill is situated off Rte 135 on Elm Street in Hopkinton Massachusetts. Apple Tree Hill was built in the late 70's. There are 32 units in this townhome neighborhood. Apple Tree Hill is an affordable complex that has great access to 495 and the Mass Pike.
The 495 Interchange is only 1.5 miles from this location. These townhomes feature a spacious fireplaced family room with sliders to a private patio area in the rear. The 1st floor also includes a small eat-in kitchen and a dining room. The 2nd floor has two good size bedrooms and a full bath. There is also a 1/2 bath on the 1st floor.
Most of the units at Apple Tree Hill do not have basements and are built on slabs. There are a few units that do have full basements. These townhomes have electric heat pumps as a heating source with central air.
The exterior of these condos feature a combination of brick and vinyl.
Apple Tree's condo fees are around $250 per month. Apple Tree Hill is an affordable neighborhood that has great access to 495 and the Mass Pike. Market values at Apple Tree Hill as of August 2008 are around the low 200's to 230k.
To see an interior of an Apple Tree Hill watch the Real Estate show.
There are some other really terrific condo neighborhoods in Hopkinton. You can read about a few of them below:
Thinking of selling your condo at Apple Tree Hill or other Metrowest/Hopkinton neighborhood? Call or email me...I would welcome the opportunity to show you how my online marketing can get your home SOLD!
One of the things I do with all the properties I market is create an online presence. Over 85% of all buyers find their home online. These posts and my blog are highly indexed by Google...in fact this may be how you arrived here? You can see a sampling of my Metrowest home marketing here.
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The above Real Estate information on Apple Tree Hill in Hopkinton was provided by Bill Gassett, the team leader for the #4 RE/MAX Team in Massachusetts in 2007. Bill can be reached via email at billgassett@remaxexec.com or by phone at 508-435-5356. Bill has helped people move in and out of Hopkinton Massachusetts and other Metrowest towns for the last 22+ Years. Bill's office is conveniently located in the center of Hopkinton MA at 77 Main Street.
I have a passion for Real Estate and love to share my marketing expertise! I would welcome the opportunity to earn your business.
For Massachusetts and Hopkinton MA Real Estate and Condos see Hopkinton Condos. Want to have MLS access to beat other buyers to your dream home? Sign up with no obligation at my MLS Property Finder Site.
I service the following towns in Metrowest MA: Hopkinton, Milford, Upton, Southboro, Westboro, Ashland, Holliston, Mendon, Hopedale, Medway, Grafton, Northbridge, Uxbridge, and Framingham MA.
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08/26/2008 05:45 PM
The Preserve Condo's Hopkinton Massachusetts
 The Preserve is the only gated community in Hopkinton Massachusetts. The Street leading into the Preserve is Forest Lane. There are 40 townhomes in this neighborhood located directly across from the Hopkinton State Park on Rte 85. The prices in The Preserve generally range from the low $300's up to the $400k price point as of August 2008.
The Preserve is one of the better condo values in Hopkinton. At The Preserve you are able to get a one car attached garage and a decent amount of living space with some nice amenities. The square footage of the townhomes runs from around 1650 to 1800 exclusive of any finished basement space.
The condo fees in this neighborhood range from around $437-$496 per month. This neighborhood was built in the late 1980's.
These units have a 1 car garage. The interiors are spacious and well designed. There is an abundance of nature light in the kitchens in these condos, especially in the end units which have a nice walk-out bay eating area. The 1st floors offer an open floor plan including a formal dining room and a fireplace family room with a real brick masonary fireplace. There are harwood floors and crown moldings in most of the homes.
The bedrooms in the Preserve are also quite spacious and can easily accomodate large furniture. The master suite usually has a cathedral ceiling which creates a nice sense of space.
The Preserve has an excellent commuting location as it is close to Rte 9 and the Mass Pike. The MBTA is also just a 1/2 mile down the road in Southboro for those who like using the train to get to Boston.
If The Preserve is a bit out of your price range you may want to check out the Indianbrook townhomes which are priced in the mid to upper 200's. If you can afford a town home that is slightly more expensive and has a few more features and amenities you may want to look at The Village at Highland Park.
Here is a brief look at some other the other Hopkinton Massachusetts Condos.
Thinking of selling your condo at The Preserve or other Metrowest/Hopkinton neighborhood? Call or email me...I would welcome the opportunity to show you how my online marketing can get your home SOLD!
One of the things I do with all the properties I market is create an online presence. Over 85% of all buyers find their home online. These posts and my blog are highly indexed by Google...in fact this may be how you arrived here? You can see a sampling of my Metrowest home marketing here.
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The above Real Estate information on The Preserve in Hopkinton was provided by Bill Gassett, the team leader for the #4 RE/MAX Team in Massachusetts in 2007. Bill can be reached via email at billgassett@remaxexec.com or by phone at 508-435-5356. Bill has helped people move in and out of Hopkinton Massachusetts and other Metrowest towns for the last 22+ Years. Bill's office is conveniently located in the center of Hopkinton MA at 77 Main Street.
I have a passion for Real Estate and love to share my marketing expertise! I would welcome the opportunity to earn your business.
For Massachusetts and Hopkinton MA Real Estate and Condos see Hopkinton Condos. Want to have MLS access to beat other buyers to your dream home? Sign up with no obligation at my MLS Property Finder Site.
I service the following towns in Metrowest MA: Hopkinton, Milford, Upton, Southboro, Westboro, Ashland, Holliston, Mendon, Hopedale, Medway, Grafton, Northbridge, Uxbridge, and Framingham MA.
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08/25/2008 04:22 PM
Hopkinton Real Estate 4 Wyman Lane
Just listed 4 Wyman Lane, Hopkinton Massachusetts. Listed at $1,250,000. Listed by Bill Gassett and Chuck Joseph, RE/MAX Executive Realty.
  
  
  
  
This home at Wyman Lane in Hopkinton Massachusetts is just spectacular. Wyman Lane is a small six lot cul-de-sac that was developed by Hallmark properties, a well respected design build firm known for their quality and craftsmanship. Upon entering the Wyman neighborhood you will immediatly notice how well manicured the grounds are and the interesting architecture of the homes. All six home have truly distance exteriors that meld stone, brick, and wood siding.
4 Wyman Lane is loaded with amenities and details. As you step into this Hopkinton home you are greeted by a dramatic two story foyer with magnificent curved staircase. The foyer is flanked by a breathtaking study with custom built-in cabinetry, conferred ceilings and French doors. The left side of the home features formal entertainment spaces with a large living and dining room. Both rooms are well appointed with hardwood flooring and crown molding.
The gourmet kitchen in this home is gorgeous and features Cherry cabinetry, a large center island, Granite counters, and high end stainless steel appliances. There is a large dining area that flows right into the famly room. The family room is spacious and bright and is complimented by cathedral ceilings, handsome built-ins, atrium doors, and fireplace with finely crafted raised panel mantel.
The second floor of Wyman is just as nice as the 1st with a stunning master suite with a fireplace, large walk-in closet, and a lavish bath. The bath offers his and her sinks with beautiful cabinetry, granite counters, and custom wood mirrors. There are three other bedrooms and a family bath.
Not to be out done, the lower level is finished and feels like above grade space. There is a magnificent built-in wet bar area with wine fridge, a 2nd family room, an exercise/gym area, and another catch all room. There is also a full bath.
This Hopkinton home has four bedrooms, 3.5 baths, and has 4768 square feet of finished living space. There is a two car attached garage as well as a two car detached garage.
The exterior grounds are stunning. The lot is 1.05 acres of lush lawn, trees, and plantings. Your will love the Pergola that fits beautifully well with the natural surroundings.
The Wyman Lane neighborhood does have a yearly home owners association maintanance fee of $250.00 to keep up with the common areas.
Click here to view the 4 Wyman Lane Hopkinton Real Estate slide show.
Interested in Hopkinton Real Estate? Read more Hopkinton Real Estate articles here.
Thinking of selling your home in Hopkinton or other Metrowest town? Call or email me...I would welcome the opportunity to show you how my online marketing can get your home SOLD!
One of the things I do with all the properties I market is create an online presence. Over 85% of all buyers find their home online. These posts and my blog are highly indexed by Google...in fact this may be how you arrived here? You can see a sampling of my Metrowest home marketing here.
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The above information on 4 Wyman Lane Hopkinton MA was provided by Bill Gassett, the team leader for the #4 RE/MAX Team in Massachusetts in 2007. Bill can be reached via email at billgassett@remaxexec.com or by phone at 508-435-5356. Bill has helped people move in and out of Hopkinton Massachusetts and other Metrowest towns for the last 22+ Years. Bill's office is conveniently located in the center of Hopkinton MA at 77 Main Street.
I have a passion for Real Estate and love to share my marketing expertise! I would welcome the opportunity to earn your business.
For Massachusetts and Hopkinton MA Real Estate and homes see Hopkinton Real Estate. Want to have MLS access to beat other buyers to your dream home? Sign up with no obligation at my MLS Property Finder Site.
I service the following towns in Metrowest Massachusetts: Hopkinton, Milford, Upton, Southboro, Westboro, Ashland, Holliston, Mendon, Hopedale, Medway, Grafton, Northbridge, Uxbridge, and Framingham MA.
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08/22/2008 04:40 PM
The Village at Highland Park Hopkinton Massachusetts
The Village at Highland park in Hopkinton is one of the nicer condominium neighborhoods in all of Metrowest Massachusetts. These condominium/town homes have distinct exteriors and interiors. There are tremendous architectural details accompanying each of these rich looking units.
The Village at Highland Park was built by Hallmark Properties, a well respected design build firm based here in Hopkinton.
There are 26 homes in this tightly knit community. The Village of Highland Park is located on Wedgewood Drive off of Cedar Street Extension. This neighborhood has great access to Rte 85 and is just down the street from the MBTA station on the Southboro/Hopkinton line.
The neighborhood is also just down the street from the Hopkinton State Park which offers great recreational activities.
The Village at Highland Park is nestled beautifully into the country side and is surrounded by mature greenery and landscape. This townhome neighborhood can be found just as you enter the Highland Park subdivision from the back end of Cedar Street Extension. Highland Park is one of the top luxury home subdivisions in Hopkinton. The homes in Highland Park go all the way up to a Million+.
The condo fee at The Village at Highland Park is a rather steep $589 per month. Some of the interior features include 1st and 2nd floor master suites, crown moldings, vaulted ceilings, and beautiful kitchens with Corian or granite counters.
These townhomes feature detached garages connected by breezeways, beautiful courtyards, and front porches.The landscape includes an abundance of stone walls, brick paver walk ways, and bluestone steps. There was no expense spaired inside and out in these quality homes.
The details are evident in these units. Prior to some of the newer town homes built in hopkinton over the last few years, The Village at Highland park was the place to be if you wanted to own a luxury townhome. This Hopkinton neighborhood won four PRISM design awards given by The Greater Boston Real Estate Association.
The price range of the town homes at The Village at Highland Park is currently in the mid 300's to mid 400's as of August 2008.
If The Village at Highland Park is a bit out of your price range you may want to check out the Indianbrook townhomes which are priced in the mid to upper 200's or The Preserve which is slighty lower and price and has a lower condo fee.
Here is a brief look at some other the other Hopkinton Massachusetts Condos.
Thinking of selling your condo at The Village of Highland Park or other Metrowest/Hopkinton neighborhood? Call or email me...I would welcome the opportunity to show you how my online marketing can get your home SOLD!
One of the things I do with all the properties I market is create an online presence. Over 85% of all buyers find their home online. These posts and my blog are highly indexed by Google...in fact this may be how you arrived here? You can see a sampling of my Metrowest home marketing here.
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The above information on The Village at Highland Park was provided by Bill Gassett, the team leader for the #4 RE/MAX Team in Massachusetts in 2007. Bill can be reached via email at billgassett@remaxexec.com or by phone at 508-435-5356. Bill has helped people move in and out of Hopkinton Massachusetts and other Metrowest towns for the last 22+ Years. Bill's office is conveniently located in the center of Hopkinton MA at 77 Main Street.
I have a passion for Real Estate and love to share my marketing expertise! I would welcome the opportunity to earn your business.
For Massachusetts and Hopkinton MA Real Estate and Condos see Hopkinton Condos. Want to have MLS access to beat other buyers to your dream home? Sign up with no obligation at my MLS Property Finder Site.
I service the following towns in Metrowest MA: Hopkinton, Milford, Upton, Southboro, Westboro, Ashland, Holliston, Mendon, Hopedale, Medway, Grafton, Northbridge, Uxbridge, and Framingham MA.
Click here to view Bill Gassett's Real Estate profile.
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08/22/2008 10:00 AM
Indianbrook Condos Hopkinton Massachusetts
 The "Indianbrook" Condo's are situated off Route 135 on Elm Street in Hopkinton. Indianbrook was built in the 1980's. There are 112 town homes in this popular neighborhood. Indian Brook is one of the most well maintained condominium neighborhoods in town.
The condo fees range from approximately the low 300's - $350 per month. The Indianbrook condos are 2 bedrooms and 1.5 or 2 full baths. The End units have a 1st and 2nd floor bedroom with a full bath on each level. The middle unit has both bedrooms on the 2nd floor. The middle unit has a full bath on the 1st floor and a 1/2 bath on the 1st floor.
There are trade offs in both units. While most buyers typically like end units for privacy and noise issues, the middle units at Indian Brook have more 1st floor living space. There is very little correlation in pricing based on upon these town homes being middle or end units because of this factor..
The Indianbrook town homes have full basements which many owners have finished, creating additional living space. Some of the highlights of these units include vaulted ceilings, fireplaces, loft areas, and some with hardwood floors. The units have two parking spaces. The prices range from the $260's - to high 280's as of August 2008. Indian Brook has been an area that most of the residents have been very happy with. I have always been impressed by how well the grounds are kept. The Indian Brook neighborhood is only 1 mile from the 495 interchange which allows for an easy commute to Boston.
Want to see what the inside of an Indianbrook townhome looks like? Watch the Real Estate show of the unit I sold at Birchwood Lane, Hopkinton.
You can learn more about Indian Brook by going to the Indian Brook website.
I have had excellent success over the years marketing the town homes at Indian Brook. In fact I have never listed a condo at Indian Brook that I didn't sell. You can see some of my marketing efforts by reading these posts below:
One of the things I do with all the properties I market is create an online presence. Over 85% of all buyers find their home online. These posts and my blog are highly indexed by Google...in fact this may be how you arrived here? You can see a sampling of my Metrowest home marketing here.
Thinking of selling your condo at Indianbrook or other Metrowest/Hopkinton neighborhood? Call or email me...I would welcome the opportunity to show you how my online marketing can get your home SOLD!
Here is a link to information on other Hopkinton Massachusetts condos and townhomes including Pinecrest Village, Apple Tree Hill, The Village at Highland Park, Walcott Valley, and The Preserve.
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The above information on the IndianBrook condos was provided by Bill Gassett, the team leader for the #4 RE/MAX Team in Massachusetts in 2007. Bill can be reached via email at billgassett@remaxexec.com or by phone at 508-435-5356. Bill has helped people move in and out of Hopkinton Massachusetts and other Metrowest towns for the last 22+ Years. Bill's office is conveniently located in the center of Hopkinton MA at 77 Main Street.
I have a passion for Real Estate and love to share my marketing expertise! I would welcome the opportunity to earn your business.
For Massachusetts and Hopkinton MA Real Estate and homes see Hopkinton Real Estate. Want to have MLS access to beat other buyers to your dream home? Sign up with no obligation at my MLS Property Finder Site.
I service the following towns in Metrowest MA: Hopkinton, Milford, Upton, Southboro, Westboro, Ashland, Holliston, Mendon, Hopedale, Medway, Grafton, Northbridge, Uxbridge, and Framingham MA.
Click here to view Bill Gassett's Real Estate profile.
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08/20/2008 10:39 AM
Upton Massachusetts New Construction 10 Orchard Street
New home at 10 Orchard Street, Upton Massachusetts. Listed at $619,900 by Bill Gassett, RE/MAX Executive Realty.
This Upton Massachusetts new construction is 95% complete and is just waiting for a buyer to select carpets and a few remaining lights. The quality and amenities is this home are phenominal. Many of the features in this home are what you would see in homes at a much higher price point. This new home is being built by Basoli Building and Remodeling Company. The home has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths and has approximately 3220 square feet of living space. The lot is 1.98 acres.
Some of the many highlights of this home include:
* A large two story entry foyer with beautiful looking staircase.
* Gorgeous Cherry kitchen with granite counters, center island, and stainless steel appliances.
* Spacious family room with cathedral ceiling, brick fireplace, Built-in cabinetry, and atrium doors to maintainance free deck.
* Formal living and dining room with rich details including multi-piece crown moldings, and wide hardwood flooring.
* Incredible master suite with hardwood flooring, his and her walk-in closets, and lavish bath with custom tile shower and seperate whirlpool tub.
* Three other spacious bedrooms.
* Walk-out lower level with atrium doors perfect for future additional living space.
Lets compare this home to the new homes that Pulte is building down the street at the Glen Echo neighborhood:
 Pulte has vinyl siding v.s Hardi plank siding at Orchard street.
Pulte has pre-cast front stairs v.s Stone stairs with bluestone cap.
Pulte provides concrete walk v.s brick paver walk way.
Pulte provides pressure treated deck v.s composite deck with plastic rail system.
Pulte provides pre-cast fireplace v.s Brick fireplace.
Pulte provides OSB on their roofs v.s plywood roofing at Orchard Street.
Pulte uses OSB for underlayment v.s Avantech flooring.
Pulte uses hollow core doors v.s Solid doors at Orchard Street.
Pulte uses pre-finished 2 1/2 inch hardwood floors v.s 3 1/2 wide hardwood flooring sanded and finished on site.
Pulte provided fiberglass shower v.s Custom tile shower.
In addition the landscape package at Orchard Street is more substantial including a brick paver patio.
The molding and finish package at Orchard Street is the same as what you find in a home priced at $800k.
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The above information on Upton Real Estate and 10 Orchard Street new construction was provided by Bill Gassett, the team leader for the #4 RE/MAX Team in Massachusetts in 2007. Bill can be reached via email at billgassett@remaxexec.com or by phone at 508-435-5356. Bill has helped people move in and out of Upton Massachusetts and other Metrowest towns for the last 22+ Years. Bill's office is conveniently located in the center of Hopkinton MA at 77 Main Street. Bill also has a Real Estate office located in the center of Upton.
I have a passion for Real Estate and love to share my marketing expertise! I would welcome the opportunity to earn your business!
For Massachusetts and Upton MA Real Estate and homes see Upton Massachusetts Real Estate. Want to have MLS access to beat other buyers to your dream home? Sign up with no obligation at my MLS Property Finder Site.
I service the following towns in Metrowest MA: Hopkinton, Milford, Upton, Southboro, Westboro, Ashland, Holliston, Mendon, Hopedale, Medway, Grafton, Northbridge, Uxbridge, Douglas, and Framingham MA.
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08/13/2008 09:39 AM
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