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A quiet community with city amenities
Residents can live life at their own pace in Florence. This village within the larger city of Northampton has just about all the amenities locals can ask for but in a quieter setting than the rest of the city. Homes here sometimes come with price tags that are more accessible than other parts of the area, too. “People really like the Village of Florence. It has everything you need,” says local Realtor Julia Held of Maple and Main Realty, LLC. “It’s just kind of smaller. It has a little old-fashioned hardware store, pizza place and banks. It’s a charming little small town.”
Looking across downtown Florence in this aerial view shows some mountains in the distance.
Full Circle Bike Shop in Florence is a store that has professional level scooters and more.
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19th and mid-20th century homes
Many of the houses in Florence are similar to those one might find in the rest of Northampton — classic constructions that date back to the 19th century. A lot of these homes have been well-maintained through the years. Florence has quite a few houses built in the mid-20th century, too, a mix of Cape Cods and ramblers. Held, who has been an agent for almost 30 years, notes that there are pockets of newer homes in the area as well, some built in the last several years. Regardless of era, homes around Florence typically range from about 1,000 square feet to more than 4,000 square feet. Houses here stand on lots that are usually 4,000 square feet at minimum and up to multiple acres in some cases. Sale prices in Florence often hover from the mid-$200,000s to the $900,000s, though some homes top $1 million.
Middle Street in Florence is a wonderful example of 19th-century homes.
A farmhouse-style home from the past Century has modern solar panels in Florence.
A ranch home in Florence with double garage doors.
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Enroll at Northampton High
Held says that some people want to be in this area for the public schools. The Northampton Public Schools district carries an A-minus overall grade on Niche. Depending on where in the village they live, students here may start at either Leeds Elementary or R.K. Finn Ryan Road School for kindergarten to fifth grade, which boasts B-plus and B grades, respectively. Both schools offer afterschool care, and Leeds has a before-school program, too. Students then advance to the B-rated John F. Kennedy Middle, which has an advisory program that meets three times a week, fostering peer and mentor connections. The A-rated Northampton High features an information technology innovation pathway program with classes in robotics and AI, web design and programming, and cybersecurity.
Northampton High School is a well-thought-of school and has a B rating from Niche.
The John F. Kennedy Middle School in Northampton has a B rating from Niche and colorful murals.
Florence students begin their studies at Leeds Elementary School.
The R. K. Finn Ryan Road School in the Florence neighborhood of Northampton has great teachers.
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Access to Northampton's outdoor amenities
Florence residents enjoy all the wider Northampton area's outdoor amenities, including the Connecticut River, which is popular for boating and fishing. Some outdoor attractions are particularly close to those who live in Florence. The roughly 1,000-acre Saw Mill Hills Conservation Area is among them, which includes multiple miles of trails for hikers and mountain bikers. Families can take their kids to Florence’s Arcanum Field, which has a playground, multiple athletic fields and a basketball court. Arcanum hosts a popular summer day camp for children ages 4 to 6 dubbed Safety Village, that teaches topics such as fire and water safety.
Maines Field in Northampton's Florence neighborhood is home to summertime baseball and sports.
The Saw Mills Conservation Area in Florence is a wilderness area with swamps, hills and trails.
The Northampton Dog Park is a great off-leash area for canine companions who can behave.
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Explore Main Street for shopping and dining
Florence’s Main Street is a walkable stretch lined with restaurants and other businesses, including the Florence Bank, a Walgreens Pharmacy and a locally owned grocery store, Cooper’s Corner. The deli section at Cooper’s Corner is well-liked, including its made-to-order sandwiches. The eateries along Main Street include Miss Florence Diner, open since 1941 and housed in a train car. Locals can walk down to Florence Pie Bar for a treat after a meal, a spot whose varieties include apple crumb and brown butter pumpkin.
The bar at Fitzwilly's is a spot to meet friends and enjoy a beverage in a warm atmosphere.
Florence visit Northampton Brewery for delicious meals and delightful brews.
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Events year round at Florence
Florence residents can enjoy a full schedule of events over the course of the year. Locals can peruse the offerings at the village’s farmers market, held each Wednesday at the Florence Civic Center. The civic center also hosts a summer concert series on Thursdays from June to September. Florence has its own Memorial Day Parade, a Rag Shag Halloween costume parade and a holiday parade on the Saturday after Thanksgiving, too.
The Lilly Library in Florence has been a quality institution in the community since 1890.
The Florence Farmers' Market happens at the Florence Civic Center on Wednesdays at 3-6pm.
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Take Interstate 91 to Springfield
There are multiple Pioneer Valley Transit Authority bus stops dotted around Florence. Commuters can also reach Interstate 91 quickly, for drives out of town. Springfield is just about 20 miles south of Florence on I-91 and the Vermont state line is only about 30 miles away.
Busses heading to Northampton are frequent at Florence village.
The Northampton Amtrak station is a convenient connection running to Springfield and Vermont.
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Florence Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Florence, Northampton sell after 32 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Florence, Northampton over the last 12 months is $538,000, up 26% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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