Fitchburg:  A prime location for doing business.


Today, the city of Fitchburg and its people are forging a dynamic vision of the future for this historic New England city.  An ambitious urban revitalization and development plan is being implemented to spur significant economic development and restore many of the downtown neighborhoods.

  • Located in the Montachusett region of north central Massachusetts, Fitchburg is 46 miles northwest of Boston, 25 miles north of Worcester and 211 miles from New York city.
  • Direct commuter rail service into Boston and close access to Routes 2 and 495.
  • Excellent proximity to major winter and summer recreational areas and facilities.
  • A new $38 million high school featuring state-of-the-art laboratories and computer technology.
  • An affordable housing market.  The median price of a home in Fitchburg is significantly lower than its neighboring communities.
  • Numerous tax and other economic development incentives for new businesses relocating to Fitchburg.
  • Residential incentives associated with developing or renovating downtown area apartments and single-family homes.
  • Major cultural institutions, including a world class art museum.
  • The home of Fitchburg State College - a major partner in the City's revitalization efforts.
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