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A break from busier Greater Boston neighborhoods
A small town about 35 miles northwest of Boston and adjacent to Acton, Boxborough attracts homebuyers looking to escape the city and enjoy a quiet, slow-paced lifestyle. With vast plots of land and Massachusetts Avenue’s string of businesses, residents can experience a sense of seclusion while also feeling part of a close community. Safety is a big draw to the area, as Boxborough’s CAP Index Crime Score of 1 out of 10 remains significantly lower than the national average of 4. Niche gives public education in the Acton-Boxborough Regional School District an A-plus, notably for its college prep and athletic programs. Boxborough offers an escape from the noise and activity of the city without sacrificing convenience. “We have almost everything we need right here,” says Realtor Emeritus and Acton local, Joan Meyer with Barrett Sotheby’s International Realty. “And it’s such a sweet little town.”
Large farmland and open green space is what makes up the town of Boxborough.
Alanah, a letterpress printmaker at Smudge Ink near Boxborough, prints greeting cards.
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Year-long outdoor and indoor recreation in Boxborough
Surrounded by conservation areas, plenty of outdoor adventures await. “The town has done a nice job of buying up land, so it won’t get developed,” Meyer says. Mountain bikers can head to Robinson Conservation Land, while Flerra Meadows offers dog-friendly walking trails, a playground and athletic fields. Popular among birdwatchers and cross-country skiers, the wetlands at Wolf Swamp serves as a habitat for a variety of wildlife, including some moose. Another local venue is Nashoba Valley Olympia, where Meyer says many local kids learn to skate. The ice rink holds skating lessons and youth hockey programs, along with open, public skating on Sundays.
Locals can enjoy a nice hike at the Robinson Conservation Land.
There's a public skating rink providing lessons for all ages as well as hockey practice.
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Top-rated Acton-Boxborough Regional School District
Children can begin their education at A-rated Blanchard Memorial School for kindergarten through sixth grade. With its campus located on Hager Hill Conservation Land, students can easily connect with nature in outdoor learning activities, such as guided walks and scientific experiments. Raymond J. Grey Junior High scores an A on Niche, while Acton-Boxborough Regional High has an A-plus and ranks No. 9 for best college prep public high schools in the Boston Area. The school boasts an almost 100% graduation rate, and 86% of students continue education at college or university. Teens also enroll at Acton-Boxborough Regional High for its dozens of athletic programs, from alpine skiing to gymnastics.
Blanchard Memorial School is a highly rated schools in grades K-6 in Boxborough.
Welcome to the Acton-Boxborough Regional High School in Acton.
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Dining on Massachusetts Avenue and shopping in Acton or Littleton
Boxborough features a few restaurants off of Massachusetts Avenue, such as Oscar’s Burritos Mexican Grill, which has earned a spot on the Boston Globe Magazine’s list of places to eat West of Boston. Right down the road, Bravo Pizza serves a variety of hot subs, pasta dishes and, of course, specialty pies. Pony Shack Cider began in the owner’s two-car garage but now offers tastings at a brick and mortar shop off of Littlefield Road. Since Boxborough is a farm-friendly community, seasonal farm stands and produce markets are common, including Idylwilde Farms, which sits down the road from the seasonal Acton-Boxborough Farmers Market. Boxborough locals tend to head to the bordering towns of Littleton and Acton for groceries at Roche Bros., Stop & Shop and Market Basket, all within about 6 or 7 miles.
Bravo Pizza is a family-owned Italian restaurant in Boxborough.
Locals were not kidding when they say to check out Idylwilde Farms. They are the best in town.
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Boxborough events for children and adults
Every June, the Boxborough Minutemen Company holds the Fifer’s Day celebration, complete with a parade, races, live music and a volleyball tournament. The town also has a Memorial Day Parade and a Boxborough Winterfest with sledding and bonfires. The Sargent Memorial Library on Hager Hill presents regular events for children and adults including craft time, Lego building and Read to Blitzen, a program in which new readers can sound out words and describe pictures to Blitzen the therapy dog.
Boxborough is full of fun festivities during the summer season.
True West Brewing Co. is a family-owned craft brewery near Boxborough and is great for events and celebrations.
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Spreading out on Boxborough properties
While Boxborough has a cluster of garden-style condominiums, a couple of townhouse units and a 55-plus community, the majority of the town’s housing stock consists of single-family homes on large lots. Some multiple-acre properties come with guest houses or horse farms in the back yard. Popular architectural styles include farmhouses, colonials, ranchers and Capes, often built in the 20th century. Single-family home prices tend to fall between $850,000 and over $1 million. One- and two-bedroom condos usually sell in the $200,000s. With the town’s general lack of sidewalks, residential streets are generally quiet and shaded by mature Massachusetts trees. Long driveways typically cut through sizeable front lawns and lead to private garages.
Row of homes along Barteau Lane in Boxborough.
A colorful Cape Cod style home in the Boxborough, MA neighborhood.
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Boxborough transportation options and access to other facilities
Although Boxborough is rural, travel to neighboring towns into Boston is made easy with Interstate 495 and Route 2 nearby. Littleton also has a commuter rail station around 5 miles north, where rides into Boston take about one hour. Hopping on Route 2 leads to Boston Logan International Airport, about 35 miles southeast. Trips out of town are not necessary for worship, as Christian churches and the Congregation of Beth Elohim sit nearby, and the closest masjid is nearly 7 miles away. Health care at Emerson Hospital is available about 8 miles east off Route 2.
A conductor is seen ushering people in the train at Littleton commuter station.
residents of Boxborough can easily find route 2 & I495 not too far away.
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On average, homes in Boxborough, MA sell after 29 days on the market compared to the national average of 58 days. The median sale price for homes in Boxborough, MA over the last 12 months is $720,000, down 13% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Excellent opportunity for investors and owner-occupants seeking value, convenience, and long-term potential! This bright and well-cared-for 1st-floor 1-bedroom, 1-bath unit offers comfortable living along with strong investment appeal. Currently tenant occupied with an active lease in place, the property provides immediate rental income and a proven rental history. The spacious kitchen offers
A private resort disguised as a home! Set on 1.42 acres, this exceptional 2021 Colonial delivers nearly 4,000 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, a 3 car garage and a backyard that rivals a luxury vacation retreat. The expansive floorplan features a beautifully appointed kitchen with oversized island, high-end appliances, walk-in pantry and seamless flow to the dining area and
Welcome to 37 Newtown Road, a beautifully renovated Colonial set on a large, level corner lot in the heart of Acton Center. Thoughtfully updated throughout, this move-in ready home blends classic charm with modern convenience. The spacious kitchen features white cabinetry, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances and a dining area with direct access to the covered porch and backyard.
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JUST IN TIME FOR FUN IN THE POOL & ON THE COURTS! Updated Longwood 3 bedroom 2 1/2 bath unit in the Village of Nagog Woods. First floor living room flows into formal dining area. Remodeled eat-in-kitchen, half-bath and laundry closet complete the first floor. Luxury vinyl plank flooring and a wall of sliding glass doors lead to a large brick patio perfect for outdoor entertaining with access from
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FOR RENT: First-floor 1-bedroom, 1-bath rental at Brook Run Condominiums, conveniently located on Great Road in Acton near shopping, dining, commuter rail service, conservation trails, Route 2, and I-495. The open-concept living and dining area features sliding glass doors leading to a private 3-season sunroom, providing additional living space, abundant natural light and peaceful wooded views.
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This nice 1 Bedroom 1 Bath place in the Acton area is available for Now. Included Features are: Laundry in Basement.Boston Pads is not responsible for any errors, omissions and change in price, prior sale, rent and withdrawal without notice. All information from sources reliable but not guaranteed. Photographs, videos, description and information about the properties reflect conditions
This nice 2 Bedrooms 1 Bath place in the Acton area is available for Now. Included Features are: Electric Heat, Yard, and Laundry in Basement. 1.Boston Pads is not responsible for any errors, omissions and change in price, prior sale, rent and withdrawal without notice. All information from sources reliable but not guaranteed. Photographs, videos, description and information about the
Staged photos of matching layout and similar décorImagery shows same floorplan and building, and similar décor as we finish photographing this new unit.Be the first to rent!Show up and start living from day one in Acton with this cozy one bedroom Blueground apartment. You’ll love coming home to this thoughtfully furnished, beautifully designed, and fully equipped Acton
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