Introduction
Welcome to Acton, Massachusetts

Acton, Massachusetts, located 25 miles northwest of Boston has retained much of its rural New England character as it has developed into one of the region’s most desirable towns to live in. With its rich historical connections as its roots, Acton has grown into a town that provides something for everyone - historical buildings, stone walled, tree lined country roads, plus local and regional school systems that are ranked among the top in the state. As a community, Acton offers a full range of services including an energetic town government, a nationally recognized police department, top-of-the-line libraries, and a dedicated fire department.

Hiking throughout the conservation lands of Acton, which incorporate over 1,650 acres of protected terrain, is among the favorite activities of both locals and tourists.  Other favorites include shows at the community theaters, the Science and Discovery Museum as well as Nara Park, a beach and day camp area used for fishing, field athletics, and its playground areas.

Acton provides a comprehensive range of properties including condominiums, 55+ communities, single- and multi-family homes, antique properties, and new construction.  All of which are in easy reach of the area’s main transportation links (Routes 2, 495, 128 and commuter rail) – making Acton an ideal place for anyone to call home.



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  Community Information

Population

Total Population 19,409
Population Density 956 Persons/Sq. Mile
Female Population 9,735
Male Population 9,673
Median Age 38.94 Years
Percentage Population Change since 1990 80%
Percentage Population Change Since 2000 0%

Colleges

Nearest 2-Year Public College MIDDLESEX COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Distance to MIDDLESEX COMMUNITY COLLEGE 9 Miles
Nearest 4-Year Public College REGIS COLLEGE
Distance to REGIS COLLEGE 11 Miles

Households and Income

Total Number of Households 7,104
Family Households 5,314
Average Family Size 3.27
Average Household Income $150,952
Median Household Income $112,280
Percentage Income Change Since 1990 80%
Percentage Income Change Since 2000 0%

Crime Rates Compared to National Average

The National Average is designated 1.0 - A value of 2.0 represents twice as much risk while a value of 0.5 represents half as much risk.
Total Crime Risk 0.03
Total Crime Risk (County) 0.47
Personal Crime Risk (County) 0.57
Murder Risk (County) 0.22
Rape Risk (County) 0.53
Robbery Risk 0.41
Assault Risk (County) 0.66
Property Risk (County) 0.49
Burglary Risk (County) 0.48
Larceny Risk (County) 0.53
Motor Vehicle Theft Risk (County) 0.59

Environment

Average July High Temperature 82.7° F
Average January Low Temperature 15.7° F
Annual Precipitation 46.95 inches
Air Pollution Index 103% of National Average

Miscellaneous

Sales Tax Rate 5%
Nearest Airport LAURENCE G HANSCOM FLD
Distance to LAURENCE G HANSCOM FLD 8 Miles
Nearest Major Sports Team LOWELL SPINNERS (A)
Distance to LOWELL SPINNERS (A) 13 Miles

  
  School Information
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School NameGradesAddress
VICTOR SCHOOLSPECIAL EDUCATION380 MASSACHUSETTS AVE, ACTON, MA 01720
RAYMOND J GREY JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL7 - 916 CHARTER RD, ACTON, MA 01720
COLEBROOK HIGH SCHOOL9 - 1215 CHARTER RD, ACTON, MA 01720
ACTON BOXBOROUGH REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL9 - 1236 CHARTER RD, ACTON, MA 01720
C T DOUGLAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 621 ELM ST, ACTON, MA 01720
LUTHER CONANT ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 680 TAYLOR RD, ACTON, MA 01720
MCCARTHY TOWNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 611-13 CHARTER RD, ACTON, MA 01720
GATES ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 675 SPRUCE ST, ACTON, MA 01720
MERRIAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 611 CHARTER RD, ACTON, MA 01720
 
  Neighborhood Establishments

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Type of BusinessNameAddress
BANKSBANK OF AMERICA271 GREAT RD ACTON, MA 01720
BANKSCAMBRIDGE SAVINGS BANK145 GREAT RD ACTON, MA 01720
BANKSCITIZENS BANK270 GREAT RD ACTON, MA 01720
BANKSMIDDLESEX SAVINGS BANK291 MAIN ST ACTON, MA 01720
BANKSMIDDLESEX SAVINGS BANK577 MASSACHUSETTS AVE ACTON, MA 01720
BANKSNORTHERN BANK & TRUST CO414 MASSACHUSETTS AVE ACTON, MA 01720
BANKSSOVEREIGN BANK409 MASSACHUSETTS AVE ACTON, MA 01720
CHURCHESACTON CHRISTIAN CHURCHPO BOX 2156 ACTON, MA 01720
CHURCHESACTON CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH12 CONCORD RD ACTON, MA 01720
CHURCHESACTON KOREAN CHURCH54 HOSMER ST ACTON, MA 01720
CHURCHESCHRISTIAN SCIENCE SOCIETY267 CENTRAL ST ACTON, MA 01720
CHURCHESCHURCH OF THE GOOD SHEPHERD164 NEWTOWN RD ACTON, MA 01720
CHURCHESDAVID ERICKSON MINISTRIES172 GREAT RD ACTON, MA 01720
CHURCHESFAITH EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH54 HOSMER ST ACTON, MA 01720
CHURCHESMT CALVARY LUTHERAN CHURCH472 MASSACHUSETTS AVE ACTON, MA 01720
CHURCHESSOUTH ACTON CONGREGATIONAL CHR35 SCHOOL ST ACTON, MA 01720
CHURCHESST ELIZABETH OF HUNGARY CHURCH89 ARLINGTON ST ACTON, MA 01720
CHURCHESST MATTHEWS UNITED METHODIST435 CENTRAL ST ACTON, MA 01720
CHURCHESWEST ACTON BAPTIST CHURCH592 MASSACHUSETTS AVE ACTON, MA 01720
MUSEUMSCHILDREN'S DISCOVERY MUSEUM177 MAIN ST ACTON, MA 01720
MUSEUMSDISCOVERY MUSEUMS177 MAIN ST ACTON, MA 01720
MUSEUMSSCIENCE DISCOVERY MUSEUM177 MAIN ST ACTON, MA 01720
SYNAGOGUESCHABAD CENTER OF ACTON148 GREAT RD ACTON, MA 01720
SYNAGOGUESCONGREGATION BETH ELOHIM133 PROSPECT ST ACTON, MA 01720



  Recent Home Sale Data ( click to expand )
 

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 Total SoldMedian PriceAverage Price
0171813$305,000$289,526
01720286$445,000$456,822
Displaying 1-1 of 1 in $200-500k range
SPARKLING INDIAN VILLAGE RANCH. ENJOY AN EVENING FIRE IN THE LIVINGROOM, OR ENTERTAIN GUESTS IN THE UPDATED KITCHEN WITH ADJOINING DINING AREA. RELAX IN THE BEAUTIFUL SUNROOM AND GAZE ON THE BLOOMING FRUIT TREES IN YOUR PRIVATE REAR YARD. MAIN LEVEL BOASTS THREE BEDROOMS AND FULL BATH BUT THEN THE FULL LOWER LEVEL HAS A GUEST ROOM, HALF BATH, PLAYROOM, OFFICE AND WORKSHOP.  THERE ARE TWO STORAGE SHEDS AND A ONE CAR GARAGE. ALL THIS IN A WONDERFUL ACTON NEIGHBORHOOD! GET READY TO CALL THIS HOME.
 42 Oneida Road
 Acton, MA 01720
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 1 bathrooms, 1 half bathrooms
$375,000


William Raveis Real Estate, Mortgage & Insurance William Raveis Real Estate, Mortgage & Insurance company profile
44 offices | 1327 associates | areas served
company website provides: IDX, Mortgage Pre-Approval, Photos/Virtual Tours, Multimedia
areas selected: Acton
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Barrett & Co. Barrett & Co. company profile
3 offices | 40 associates | areas served
company website provides: IDX, Mortgage Pre-Approval, Photos/Virtual Tours
areas selected: Acton
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N. B. Taylor & Co., Inc., Realtors N. B. Taylor & Co., Inc., Realtors company profile
1 office | 16 associates | areas served
company website provides: Photos/Virtual Tours
areas selected: Acton
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Acton Real Estate Company Acton Real Estate Company company profile
1 office | 10 associates | areas served
company website provides: IDX, Mortgage Pre-Approval
areas selected: Acton
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