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Safest Neighborhoods in Essex County, MA

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    Manchester-by-the-Sea

    Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA offers scenic coastal views and upscale homes. Notable points include Singing Beach and Masconomo Park. The area has highly rated schools and dining options like Boo Bird and Captain Dusty's Ice Cream.

    • Average Value

      $1.66M

    • List Price

      $648K - $16.1M

    • For Sale

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      18 Listings

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    Lynnfield

    Lynnfield, MA, a historic town 15 miles from Boston, features the MarketStreet mall with 90+ shops and restaurants. It boasts highly rated schools, including Lynnfield High, and has lower crime rates than the national average.

    • Average Value

      $1.22M

    • List Price

      $659K - $3.3M

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      19 Listings

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    Wenham

    Wenham, MA, is a rural town with modern amenities and spacious homes. It boasts highly rated schools, extensive hiking trails including J.C. Phillips Nature Preserve, and hosts Gordon College, a Christian institution.

    • Average Value

      $1.20M

    • List Price

      $460K - $3.1M

    • For Sale

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      9 Listings

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    Boxford

    Boxford, MA, 30 miles from Boston, combines small-town charm with natural beauty. Residents enjoy ponds, trails, and events like the Apple Festival. The town features highly rated schools and large lots with single-family homes.

    • Average Value

      $1.16M

    • List Price

      $629K - $2.1M

    • For Sale

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      14 Listings

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    Hamilton

    Hamilton, MA is a quiet New England town with large-lot homes and outdoor amenities. It features hiking trails, several ponds, and proximity to beaches. The town has highly rated schools and a variety of dining options.

    • Average Value

      $1.04M

    • List Price

      $483K - $3.5M

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      10 Listings

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    Essex

    Essex, MA, a historic shipbuilding town, is known for seafood and antique shops. It offers outdoor activities along the Essex River and highly rated schools, attracting families to this quaint coastal community.

    • Average Value

      $1.03M

    • List Price

      $554K - $2.4M

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      8 Listings

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    Rockport

    Rockport, MA is a historic seaport with a vibrant arts scene. It features sandy beaches, fresh lobster eateries, and the iconic "Motif No.1" fishing shack. The town offers scenic coastal living and has a highly rated high school.

    • Average Value

      $1.03M

    • List Price

      $390K - $4.2M

    • For Sale

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      14 Listings

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    Topsfield

    Topsfield, MA, 25 miles from Boston, has New England charm, highly rated Masconomet schools, and the Topsfield Fair. Outdoor activities include Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary. The town is safer than the national average.

    • Average Value

      $1.02M

    • List Price

      $463K - $2.5M

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      9 Listings

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    Ipswich

    Ipswich, MA, a historic coastal town, boasts many 17th-century homes. Crane Beach and Willowdale State Forest offer outdoor recreation. The town features highly rated middle and high schools and a weekly farmers market.

    • Average Value

      $953K

    • List Price

      $422K - $4.4M

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      32 Listings

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    Middleton

    Middleton, MA, just over 20 miles south of Boston, is a growing suburb with new housing and highly rated schools. It offers outdoor recreation at Ipswich River and shopping at Northshore Mall.

    • Average Value

      $951K

    • List Price

      $440K - $2.5M

    • For Sale

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      12 Listings

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    North Andover

    North Andover, MA combines rural charm with Boston proximity. The town hosts outdoor concerts and farm-to-table dining. Residents enjoy Lake Cochichewick and Harold Parker State Forest. Highly rated schools include Brooks School.

    • Average Value

      $867K

    • List Price

      $319K - $1.9M

    • For Sale

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      35 Listings

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    Rowley

    Rowley, MA is a quaint coastal town with 18th-century charm. This New England village features historic homes, wildlife sanctuaries, and hiking trails. A picturesque common anchors the town, with Boston accessible by car or train.

    • Average Value

      $820K

    • List Price

      $403K - $1.9M

    • For Sale

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      8 Listings

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    Georgetown

    Georgetown, MA, a quiet community 25 miles north of Boston, features two major ponds and state forests. The town center offers local shops and dining. Crime rates are significantly lower than the national average.

    • Average Value

      $807K

    • List Price

      $407K - $1.6M

    • For Sale

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      11 Listings

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    Danvers

    Danvers, MA: A charming coastal town north of Boston with historic homes and riverfront areas. Residents enjoy Endicott Park and highly rated schools. Crime risk is below the national average. Major roads connect to nearby cities.

    • Average Value

      $753K

    • List Price

      $325K - $1.7M

    • For Sale

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      24 Listings

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    Merrimac

    Merrimac, MA is a charming New England town with eclectic homes and a small-town feel. The Merrimac Town Forest offers hiking and biking trails. The annual Old Home Days festival and easy I-495 access enhance its appeal.

    • Average Value

      $690K

    • List Price

      $350K - $1.6M

    • For Sale

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      6 Listings

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    North Salem

    North Salem in Salem offers historic Colonial Revival and New Englander homes. The area includes parks like Furlong Park and Forest River Park. Commuters benefit from a nearby train to North Station in Boston in about 30 minutes.

    • Average Value

      $685K

    • List Price

      $378K - $1.1M

    • For Sale

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      8 Listings

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    Salisbury

    Salisbury, MA is a coastal New England town near New Hampshire. Known for pristine beaches and summer events, it features Salisbury Beach State Reservation. The area offers scenic views and easy access to Newburyport.

    • Average Value

      $664K

    • List Price

      $350K - $1.4M

    • For Sale

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      37 Listings

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    Amesbury

    Amesbury, MA, is a suburban community with a lively downtown arts scene. It features scenic parks, river access, and schools with a B-plus rating. The city is accessible via I-495 and I-95 and is 40 miles from Boston.

    • Average Value

      $661K

    • List Price

      $282K - $2.4M

    • For Sale

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      31 Listings

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    West Newbury

    West Newbury, MA blends rural charm with Newburyport proximity. Highlights include Mill Pond Recreation Area and the Merrimack River for fishing, hiking, and boating. West Newbury's crime rates are lower than the national average.

    • Average Value

      $1.06M

    • List Price

      $681K - $2.9M

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      8 Listings

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    Newburyport

    Newburyport, MA, is a historic coastal city with maritime charm. The Market Square Historic District offers shopping and dining. Attractions include Plum Island beaches and history museums. Crime rates are below national averages.

    • Average Value

      $1.05M

    • List Price

      $309K - $3.3M

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      38 Listings

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    Newbury

    Located just an hour outside of Boston, Newbury offers perhaps the most genuine slice of rural life one can find—while remaining near to a major metropolitan area, at least. For those looking for a peaceful place to live, Newbury is one of the best options in the area. “The area is very quiet and very agrarian,” says Dolores Person, real estate

    • Average Value

      $1.04M

    • List Price

      $609K - $2.7M

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      24 Listings

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    Groveland

    Groveland, MA is a rural town on the Merrimack River with a strong community feel. Johnson's Pond and Veasey Memorial Park offer outdoor recreation. Pentucket Regional schools are highly rated. Boston is 35 miles south via I-95.

    • Average Value

      $729K

    • List Price

      $453K - $1.5M

    • For Sale

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      14 Listings

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