Dracut, MA Multifamily Home for Sale

Dracut, MA, located about 30 miles north of Boston, is a small town that appeals to young families due to its community activities and affordable housing options. Residents enjoy access to several parks, including Veteran’s Memorial Park with its splash pad and playground, and Michael J. Monahan Memorial Park, which features softball fields and a skate park. The Lowell-Dracut-Tyngsborough State Forest offers hiking, hunting, and horseback riding, while Lake Mascuppic is popular for boating and fishing during the summer. The town also boasts an 18-hole golf course at Four Oaks Country Club. Dining options are varied, with family-owned Italian restaurants like Scola’s and Mama’s Italian Restaurant, and Grazie, which offers views of the golf course. Other culinary choices include Lanxang Star Restaurant for Thai and Laotian cuisine, and The Village Inn known for its hand-cut steaks. Shaw Farm provides fresh ice cream and dairy products. Dracut hosts several community events, such as Dracut Old Home Day in September and a Memorial Day parade. Housing styles range from Colonial Revival and ranch-style homes to multi-family residences and new developments, including two 55+ communities. The town's public schools are highly rated, and the University of Massachusetts Lowell is located just 2 miles south. Commuters can catch the T to Boston at the Lowell Station, 3 miles away. However, Dracut faces environmental concerns, including high snowfall, ice storms, hurricanes, and flooding risks near the Merrimack River.