Acton MA Town and School Info
Acton, Massachusetts
Acton, once a sleepy farm hamlet, has become a vibrant town of over 20,000 people, which Money Magazine named #16 in of the Best 100 Places to Live in America. Acton Real Estate staff had the pleasure of driving the magazine reporter around through the 20.3 square miles that makes up the town. Located 25 miles northwest of Boston, Acton became a destination suburb in the 1970s. Its varied housing stock plus proximity to good roads and highways, as well as the commuter rail line into Boston remains attractive to suburban homebuyers.
Graced by lovely New England scenery, appealing neighborhoods, fascinating history and numerous cultural activities, Acton has something for everyone. The town boasts 5 elementary schools with parental “choice by philosophy.” The junior and senior high schools are part of a regional school system. Acton schools are annually ranked near the top of all state districts. Acton welcomes diversity. Over 400 students attend Chinese language and culture school each weekend, and all the town schools promote events that highlight ethnic experiences.
The town encourages residents to enjoy over 1600 acres of conservation land, the beautiful Acton Arboretum, and Nara Park with its manmade beach, pond and rustic amphitheatre. From a community theater to library programs to historical events and lectures— there are activities for everyone. The Acton Senior Center sponsors a great range of services, and town government offers varied volunteer opportunities.
Whether you are searching for a condominium, multi- or single-family home, over 55 housing, new construction, or apartment rentals, Acton can fulfill your housing needs.
Acton will celebrate its 275th anniversary in 2010. Come to Acton and contribute to its rich quilt of history- still being woven!
Graced by lovely New England scenery, appealing neighborhoods, fascinating history and numerous cultural activities, Acton has something for everyone. The town boasts 5 elementary schools with parental “choice by philosophy.” The junior and senior high schools are part of a regional school system. Acton schools are annually ranked near the top of all state districts. Acton welcomes diversity. Over 400 students attend Chinese language and culture school each weekend, and all the town schools promote events that highlight ethnic experiences.
The town encourages residents to enjoy over 1600 acres of conservation land, the beautiful Acton Arboretum, and Nara Park with its manmade beach, pond and rustic amphitheatre. From a community theater to library programs to historical events and lectures— there are activities for everyone. The Acton Senior Center sponsors a great range of services, and town government offers varied volunteer opportunities.
Whether you are searching for a condominium, multi- or single-family home, over 55 housing, new construction, or apartment rentals, Acton can fulfill your housing needs.
Acton will celebrate its 275th anniversary in 2010. Come to Acton and contribute to its rich quilt of history- still being woven!
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