Devens, MA House for Sale

Devens, Massachusetts, has seen significant transformation since the closure of Fort Devens in the 1980s. Now a thriving residential community, Devens is home to approximately 1,700 residents and around 200 single-family homes, with new properties continually being developed. The area has a variety of housing styles, including Colonial Revivals, New Traditional homes and two-story townhouses with attached garages. The community keep people close to historic Shirley and a nearby train station offering direct access to Boston. The Harvard school district serves students, who attend highly-rated schools such as Hildreth Elementary, The Bromfield School and Applewild School. Mirror Lake is a hub for activity. It hosts annual events, like Easter Egg Hunts, food festivals and family fun days. The lake itself offers fishing, canoeing and kayaking. Rogers Field Complex supports local soccer, lacrosse and rugby teams. Red Tail Golf Club has an 18-hole course and a clubhouse for social events. Local dining options include Ruby Donut, Devens Pizza and Deli and Marty’s Corner Café. For shopping, there's Shop ‘n Save and Aubuchon Hardware. Public transportation is accessible via MART regional shuttle service, connecting Devens to Fitchburg, Leominster and Boston.