Shrewsbury, MA

Top-rated schools, lakefront living

Shrewsbury is where Worcester County meets suburban excellence. Lake Quinsigamond frontage, an award-winning school district, and one of the strongest resale markets in the region.

Median price

$712,000

Price range

$550K — $2.5M+

Days on market

14 days

School district

Shrewsbury High School (Niche A+)

The neighborhood

Living in Shrewsbury.

If Worcester is the working heart of Central Mass, Shrewsbury is the family seat. Buyers here are paying for schools, yes, but also for a town that’s kept its character while absorbing growth — something few towns this close to Boston have managed.

Weekend mornings at Edgemere Farmers Market, runs around the reservoir, dinner on Shrewsbury Street, kids in one of the strongest school systems in New England. It’s suburban without being sterile.

At a glance

  • 01Shrewsbury Public Schools — Niche A+ ranked
  • 02Lake Quinsigamond waterfront properties
  • 03Shrewsbury Street dining and Route 9 access
  • 0415 minutes to Worcester, 40 to Boston
SchoolsShrewsbury High School (Niche A+), Oak Middle, and top-ranked elementary programs
Commute15 min to Worcester, 40–55 min to Boston via Mass Pike

Available homes

Current Shrewsbury listings.

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Frequently asked

Shrewsburyreal estate — answered.

Are Shrewsbury homes worth the premium over Worcester?+

For families with school-age children, the premium generally makes sense — Shrewsbury’s school ratings carry a clear resale advantage, and families buy there explicitly for education. For buyers without kids or with younger kids, Worcester’s West Side offers similar quality at a notable discount.

What’s the median home price in Shrewsbury?+

The median single-family in Shrewsbury is approximately $712,000 in early 2026, with waterfront properties on Lake Quinsigamond commanding $1.2M–$2.5M+.

How competitive is the Shrewsbury real estate market?+

Very. The average Shrewsbury home sells in 14 days with 4–8 offers on well-priced listings. Cash offers win; contingencies lose. Pre-approval is a minimum, not a nice-to-have.

Which Shrewsbury neighborhoods have the best schools?+

All of Shrewsbury feeds the same high school, but Floral Street Elementary and Spring Street consistently rate highest at the elementary level. Ask Omar for a street-level breakdown during your consultation.

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