Welcome to Acton, Massachusetts
The word is out— Acton, once a sleepy farm hamlet, has matured into a vibrant town of 20,000+-- which Money Magazine recently named #16 of the best 100 places to live in America! Located 25 miles northwest of Boston, Acton became a destination suburb in the 1970s. Its attractive housing market plus proximity to commuter roads, as well as its railroad line into Boston-- made home buyers come, see and stay!
Blessed with lovely scenery, appealing neighborhoods, fascinating history and numerous cultural activities, Acton has it all! The town boasts 5 elementary schools with parental “choice by philosophy,” The Junior and senior high schools are part of a regional system. Acton schools are annually ranked near the top of all state districts. Acton welcomes diversity. Over 400 students attend Chinese language and culture school each weekend, and all the town schools promote events that highlight ethnic experiences.
Acton encourages residents to enjoy over 1600 acres of conservation land, the beautiful Acton Arboretum, and Nara Park with its manmade beach, pond and rustic amphitheatre. From a community theater to library programs to historical events and lectures— there are activities for everyone. The Acton Senior Center sponsors a great range of services, and town government offers varied volunteer opportunities.
Whether you are searching for a condo, single or multi-family residence, over 55 housing, new construction, or apartment rentals, Acton can fulfill your needs.
Come live in Acton if you want a community that is open to constant innovation and positive change. Come to Acton if you want suburban life combined with civic responsibility.
Acton celebrates its 275th anniversary in 2010. Come to Acton and contribute to its rich quilt of history- still being woven!
