Welcome to the lovely and welcoming town of Gardner, Massachusetts. First established in 1785, Gardner was actually incorporated as an official city in 1923. Today Gardner is home to approximately 22,000 residents, conveniently located just 30 miles northwest of Worcester and 60 miles northwest of Boston.

Gardner is known as a dynamic city with much to offer to its residents, workers and visitors. Steeped in history like much of New England, Gardner holds its own unique claim to fame in the field of furniture manufacturing. The city achieved international recognition as a major center for chair fabrication and actually became known as the "chair city of the world," the true testament of which is a 20-foot-tall chair poised in front of the Helen Mae Sauter School.

Apart from manufacturing, Gardner is also proud to offer the following within her 23 square miles: Mount Wachusett Community College, Heywood Hospital, many unique shops and wide array of recreational opportunities, including an outstanding municipal golf course. Additionally, the southern terminus of the North Central Pathway will soon offer bikers and walkers a link to downtown Winchendon.

To live in Gardner means to be of exceptional company when you consider some of the famous folks that were once townspeople: John Quincy Adams, Samuel Adams, Susan B. Anthony, Alexander Graham Bell, Emily Dickinson and Benjamin Franklin, to name a few. More recent celebrities include Bette Davis, Geena Davis or Ben Affleck. It appears that not only is Gardner, Massachusetts real estate considered prime realty for members of the who’s who, but the charm of Massachusetts attracts home buyers from near and far.

Gardner remains an appealing choice for new home buyers with children, as the school systems within Gardner and its surrounding areas are reported to be excellent. Higher education is also close to home when living in Gardner, with Mount Wachusett Community College as well as the nearby Ivy League campus of Cambridge

Recreational activities in and around Gardner range from bike paths and hiking to rock climbing and horseback riding. Mountain biking, scenic viewing, seasonal activities such as cross-country or snowmobiling are all available to you within reasonable drives from your Gardner, Massachusetts home. Let’s not forget summertime fun such as water sports, motorized and non-motorized boating, sailing, canoeing and kayaking to add to the day’s adventure. Nature lovers will appreciate catching glimpses of nearby moose, bear, deer, beavers, bobcats and coyotes throughout the Lake Wampanoag Wildlife Sanctuary state park. State parks, state forests, lakes and wildlife ponds are all part of the Gardner, Massachusetts real estate package.

Wind down a hectic week with an afternoon touring some of the area’s historical sites and museums, such as the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum. Isabella first welcomed visitors to her museum on New Year's Day, 1903. On that evening, guests listened to the music of Bach, Mozart, and Schumann, gazed in wonder at the courtyard full of flowers, and viewed one of the nation's finest collections of art. Today, the experience is much the same, with three grand floors of galleries surrounding a garden courtyard blooming with color throughout the year.

Arts and theater also have a place on the local scene, and you won’t want to miss performances by Theatre at the Mount. This theater group has hosted a wonderful theater arts program for children since January 16, 1976, when the $3 million, 41,000 square foot Fine Arts Center at Mount Wachusett Community College was officially opened. Housing a 554-seat auditorium, hydraulic thrust stage, scene shop, costume rooms and green room, the facility was destined to become home to central Massachusetts' premier community theater, and it most definitely lived up to all expectations.

Gardner also offers great incentives for growth opportunities. The Gardner Redevelopment Authority (GRA) is an independent economic development agency for the City of Gardner that was established in 1966 in accordance with all regulations and applicable laws. The GRA has successfully focused on the development of two industrial parks: the East Gardner Industrial Park and Summit Industrial. The East Gardner Industrial Park is home to ten (10) companies employing over 300 people. The Summit Industrial Park opened in late 1998 and is already home to six (6) companies employing approximately 250 people. Five (5) lots totaling approximately 35 acres are still available.

Of more recent news and entrepreneurial value, the GRA offers loans to eligible small businesses in Gardner, ranging in amounts from $25,000 to $1 million, at rates lower than the market rate for a term of up to 25 years. Gardner encourages growth and supports its community, which is a great reason to relocate your business to Gardner.

Another clear advantage of owning Gardner, Massachusetts real estate is its close proximately to Boston, New York and other nearby metropolitan cities. This convenient access allows for relaxed suburban living and a reasonable daily commute to work. Where else can you incorporate such natural wonders, scenic beauty, friendly small-town living and metropolitan access? The experts at the Wykes and Whitehouse-Bain group are extremely knowledgeable in Gardner, Massachusetts homes for sale and will assist you in finding the perfect property to suit your discriminating tastes.

For the ultimate experience in New England, consider Gardner, Massachusetts real estate. Everything you require to find the perfect new home and the best investment opportunities can be found by contacting the Gardner, Massachusetts Realtors with the reputation of bringing people and their dream properties together. For more information or to schedule an appointment, contact Nancy Whitehouse-Bain or Leah Mullin at (978) 847-0823 today.

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