Bay, Springfield, Massachusetts

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The Bay neighborhood is located in Springfield, Massachusetts. It covers 556.5 acres of land, making it one of the city's smallest neighborhoods. [1]

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Neighborhood

Its housing stock features Victorian architecture and brick apartment buildings. [2]

The neighborhood contains Central High School and a portion of American International College. [1]

Demographics

In 2009 Bay was home to 4,500 residents. [1]

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References

  1. 1 2 3 "Bay Neighborhood Profile" (PDF). www.springfield-ma.gov. Retrieved 30 January 2023.
  2. "Bay neighborhood in Springfield, Massachusetts (MA), 01104, 01109 subdivision profile - real estate, apartments, condos, homes, community, population, jobs, income, streets".

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