Since its incorporation in 1774, Barre has been steadily growing. As of 2010, about 5,400 residents called the Worcester County town home. Barre boasts just one neighborhood and is considered a quiet community located exactly in the middle of Massachusetts. Finding a home in the community is easy with the variety of options available.
The median home price in Barre was about $213,300 in 2015. This is less than the average of Massachusetts and greater than the average in the nation. The median age of the homes in town was about 73 years, offering great historical significance.
In Barre, you will find sprawling country estates with lovely views in addition to large colonials with more than 100 acres. Contemporary Cape style homes, many of which are split-level, add character to the community. Victorians and colonials are nestled in between contemporary and modern homes. Want to build a home of your very own? You will also find plenty of wooded lots in Barre.
Barre is well-known for its large equestrian properties. It is easy to find a home where owning horses and other large animals is feasible.
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