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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Acton Real Estate Company

  
  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 100%. A value of 200% represents twice as much risk while a value of 50% represents half as much risk.
Total Crime Risk 3%
Total Crime Risk (County) 47%
Personal Crime Risk (County) 57%
Murder Risk (County) 22%
Rape Risk (County) 53%
Robbery Risk 41%
Assault Risk (County) 66%
Property Risk (County) 49%
Burglary Risk (County) 48%
Larceny Risk (County) 53%
Motor Vehicle Theft Risk (County) 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
LUTHER CONANT ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 680 TAYLOR RD, ACTON, MA 01720
C T DOUGLAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 621 ELM ST, 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 )
 

Previous quarter's home sale average by Zip Code. Click zip code to view homes for sale.
 Total SoldMedian PriceAverage Price
0171815$305,000$293,156
0171980$343,000$406,891
01720292$447,450$452,278
Displaying 1-10 of 16 in $200-500k range
NEW HARDWOOD FLOORS INSTALLED CURRENTLY THROUGHOUT ENTIRE FIRST FLOOR - BOASTING OVER 2100 S.F. OF LIVING AREA ON TWO FLOORS. THE BASEMENT OFFERS A WOOD SHOP THAT WOULD BE THE ENVY OF ANY HOBBIEST. TONS OF STORAGE, DRAMATIC ROOMS WITH DETAILS GALORE. FIRST FLOOR MASTER AND LAUNDRY, CENTRAL AIR,TWO CAR ATTACHED GARAGE, SCREEN PORCH WITH PRIVATE VIEWS. ENJOY A HEALTHY LIFE STYLE WITH POOL AND WALKING TRAILS ON NEAR BY CONSERVATION LAND. UNDER $500,000. AT THE ARBORS.  WOW!
 21 Windingwood Lane
 Acton, MA 01720
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms, 1 half bathrooms
$499,000

Seller to pay $5,000.closing costs. Lovely custom built energy efficient passive solar contemporary on over 1 acre private treed lot.Easy floor plan for entertaining and family fun.Second floor Family Room ties living area together while separating bedrooms for privacy. Screened porch and deck facing mature plantings and stream. Great location for commuting and all local outdoor activities.Move in and enjoy!
 5 Horseshoe Drive
 Acton, MA 01720
 4 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms
$480,000

Fant loc on a cul-de-sac surrounded with pretty woods. New tile will be installed in the kit,new vanities will be installed soon,tile and vanity samples are at the house. All woodwork and kit cabinates will be painted. HW flrs on 1st floor,New windows,younger roof,furnace,driveway and septic all installed in last 5-7 years. Flat and wooded private backyard.  as soon as the tenant moves out on June 1st the work will be completed ..owner has contracted the contractors. Occu date June 10th
 56 Flint Rd
 Acton, MA 01720
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms
$450,000

A gem in the heart of Acton.  This charming Greek Revival was originally owned by Horace Tuttle who helped in the development of Acton Center. Gorgeous views in the back, a new septic system, slate roof and generously proportioned family room and master bedroom are a few of the features this home has to offer.  Bring your decorating ideas and restore this treasure to its full potential.Note: Barn does not come with property (seperate lot, barn being renovated as a home)
 446 Main St
 Acton, MA 01720
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms
$439,000

Fabulous walk to location sited on a sunny corner lot in Indian Village.  Walk to West Acton Center, schools, tennis, stores, restaurants and best of all---Idylwilde!  Spacious interior, fireplaced living room, hardwood floors, updated baths, fenced yard, four bedrooms, 2 full baths, new carpet on second floor, new roof--Wow!  Something for everyone.  Don't miss this special opportunity.
 369 Central Street
 Acton, MA 01720
 4 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms
$399,900

Ideal living at this well planned Courtland unit at Robbins Brook w/all the amenities of a single family home including a 2-car attached garage, without any of the worries. Live on the 1st floor & still have room for family or guests on the 2nd floor. Excellent accessible storage throughout. Owners have invested over $40,00 in upgrades & this unit is only 1 of 6 units with a Sunroom, which provides extra living space. Convenient to shops, golf course, Nara Park & walking trails.
 18 Hartland Way
 Acton, MA 01720
 2 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms, 1 half bathrooms
$399,000

Motivated seller, all offers considered. Great nbrhd,quiet street, 4 BR home, Hardwood floors, sunken living room with frpl, good sized bedrooms,fantastic finished basement ideal for playroom/media room/exercise room. Recently upgraded kitchen with new appliances and lovely maple cabinets. Dinrm with sliders opening to a large private deck overlooking a pretty and private backyard. Minutes to commuter train. Great Acton schools. Expansion possi check with town of Acton. HOME WARRANTY AVAILABLE
 1 Smart Road
 Acton, MA 01720
 4 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms
$395,000

Fantastic townhouse steps to West Acton Center and park next door.  A front and back porch welcome you in.  Gracious foyer opens to the formal livingroom, dining room with stained glass windows and built-in china cabinet and eat-in kitchen.  Generous size bedroom and closets.  A walk up attic and full basement great for storage and/or added space.  End unit overlooking woods for privacy and great sunlight inside.
 520 Mass Ave.
 Acton, MA 01720
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 1 bathrooms
$375,000

Charming well maintained end unit a popular Applewood Condominium.  Brand new gleaming hardwood floor in cathedral living/dining room, new kitchen in 2005, updated bathroom, ceiling fans, lower level family room has woodstove, sliders to outdoors and large toy storage/closet.  Pool, tennis, playground and wooded setting add to the outdoor appeal.  A great commuter location with two RR stations close by and easy access to major highways.
 96 Baldwin Lane
 Acton, MA 01719
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms
$339,500

FANTASTIC VALUE. Enjoy the good life! Audubon Hill Adult Community.Sparkling sun-splashed townhome completely refreshed and ready for move-in.  Situated in private exclusive area. One floor living with newly berber carpeted lower level suite perfect for family room or additional bedrooms. Master suite with full bath and detached one car garage plus additional storage. First floor laundry and ample closet space round out this stunning home.
 104 AUDUBON DRIVE
 Acton, MA 01720
 2 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms
$325,000
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