Once the home of Colonial-era revolutionary Daniel Shays, today, Pelham is known as a quiet town that's popular with folks who want to live in the woods. "It's a great place to retire," says Tim O'Brien, Senior Director of Communications for WD Cowls, Inc. and lifelong Massachusetts resident. "And outdoor enthusiasts really enjoy Pelham." The town's sense of history is deep-seated, down to the buildings in the center of town. Pelham's Old Meeting House has been in use since 1743, making it the longest-used town hall in the country. The fall town meeting is still held in the historic building. For a homebuyer looking for a quiet community, Pelham has plenty to offer. There is precious little traffic, a fun sense of history and a friendly atmosphere that also leaves room for privacy in this woodsy New England. Between that and the trees, Pelham is an option worth considering.
Houses tucked away
Homes in Pelham start at $425,000 and can reach up to around $800,000. "If you work somewhere like UMASS and want to live out in the woods, you'd move to Pelham," says O'Brien. Pelham's homes are scattered through the forested landscape, many tucked off the road and hidden by trees. You'll also spot gable-roofed colonials and Cape Cods on large lots, some with additions to expand the living space.
Beautiful cape homes are throughout Pelham neighborhood
Schools around Pelham
Children in town are zoned to the Amherst-Pelham Regional School District, which has an A-plus rating on Niche and educates more than 2,700 students. Pelham's schools are a major source of employment for the town, which has built close ties with residents and the community. The area's youngest students start their educational journey at Pelham Elementary School, which has a B-plus rating, and they continue at A-rated Ameherst Regional Middle School and wrap up their secondary academic journey at Amherst Regional High School, which has an A-plus rating. The school is known for its sports teams, and it's common to see a strong turnout on game night to support the Hurricanes.
Pelham Elementary School offers a quality education to children living in Pelham.
The town of trees
Known as the Town of Trees, Pelham residents are never far from a secluded spot to walk, a trail to hike, or an overlook to gaze out from. The town is honeycombed with trails for hiking and birdwatching. Pelham's 26 square miles of mainly forested land is home to the Cadwell Memorial and Buffam Brook Forests. The Pelham Lookout is a popular sightseeing spot where you can take in the 25,000-acre Quabbin Reservoir and the forests that surround it.
Fall in love with the picturesque views at Pelham Lookout in Pelham.
Your dog would love a stroll and get excercise in Pelham.
Get lost with nature with a hike by the river bank in Pelham.
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Into the city for a bite to eat
Part of Pelham's charm is the lack of stores and businesses in town. For a bite to eat, most locals head to Antonios. Located in Amherst, this local favorite draws residents from all over to chow down on hot slices of pizza in a friendly environment. For groceries, locals head into Amherst and shop at Neighborhood Food Mart.
Antonios Restaurant, where they treat you like family living near Pelham.
Transportation
Pelham only has four roads in town, making it a truly secluded part of Massachusetts, with U.S. Route 202 serving as Pelham's main artery. There isn't any public transportation in the area, so having a car is necessary. The Northampton Airport is about 15 miles away, so while the town is set deep into the woods, you can still get out of town, or even the country.
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