About Acton
Acton is a town in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. About 21 miles west-northwest of Boston along Massachusetts Route 2 west of Concord and about ten miles (16 km) southwest of Lowell. It is bordered on the north by Westford and Littleton, to the east by Concord and Carlisle, to the south by Stow, Maynard, and Sudbury, and to the west by Boxborough.
Things To Do in Acton
The Arboretum has a trail system that winds across open meadows, through forest ponds, along a glacial esker, and into a bog. The herb garden, butterfly garden, hosta garden, daylily garden, rhododendron garden, lilac fragrance garden, and pond planting are all accessible through a handicapped accessible route. The Wildflower Trail offers access to a variety of woodland habitats.
Idylwilde is filled with the finest domestic and foreign products and gourmet meals all year.
For over 60 years, "The Drome" has been a spot for all kinds of fun as a family-run enterprise. They also host many types of special occasions from birthday parties to company events, fundraisers, and private parties.
Acton Public Schools
Acton, along with Boxborough, is part of the Acton Boxborough Regional School District (ABRSD). CT Douglas, Gates, Luther Conant, and Merriam elementary schools serve grades K-6. The community has one public middle school, the R.J. Grey Junior High School. Students in grades 9-12 attend Acton-Boxborough Regional High School.
To visit the school webpage, click HERE.
Parks and Recreation
The Recreation Department manages and oversees many programs, concerts and special events, bus trips, and all field permits.
Transportation
Acton is located five miles (8.0 kilometers) from I-495 and ten miles (16 kilometers) from I-95/Route 128. The town is accessible by Routes 2, 2A, 27, 62, 111, and 119.
The MBTA Commuter Rail Fitchburg Line train stops at the South Acton station. Fitchburg, Leominster, Shirley, Ayer, Littleton, Concord, Lincoln, Weston, Waltham, Belmont, Cambridge, and Boston all have railroad services.
Yankee Lines operates a commuter bus service from Acton's "77 Great Road Mall" to Copley Square in Boston on MA-2A and MA-119.
Popular Local Restaurants
You'll find a wide array of restaurants in Acton. Here are some of our top picks.
Enjoy a meal at their cozy bar made with locally sourced ingredients, and match the tastes of the season with Rapscallion's own hand-brewed beers, wines, and cocktails.
Counter-serve joint for build-your-own Mexican fare with traditional & offbeat fillings. Enjoy their burritos, quesadillas, tacos, salads and other recipes are all handcrafted with fresh ingredients and hundreds of delicious combinations.
Crossroads Café is all about comfort, whether you want to watch the game from the bar, have a family night out, or take a date out for a romantic dinner. Their menu features freshly-made home-style Italian and Mexican dishes with an extensive selection of beers and wines and liqueurs.
Filho's serves local, fresh, and home-cooked classic Italian cuisine with a twist. Comfort cuisine at its finest, at a reasonable price!
See the latest housing market report to get the most up-to-date statistics. You'll find here the current and historical market data for single-family and condo/townhouse home sales.
Contact us now for the most detailed market data and to hear our perspective on what the latest buying and selling trends mean for you. We are always happy to help and can send you a free home valuation.
Want to know how many homes are available for sale in our area? This graph gives you the details of how many houses are actively for sale. These are homes not yet pending or under contract.
Interested in what homes are priced in our area? This visual shows the median listing price for our market.
Sell Your Home in Acton, MA
Acton is a desirable community, so selling your Acton home to move into a bigger house or relocate isn't as difficult as you think. Using John Woodman's service can help lessen the stress and worry of selling a home. John may also assist you in getting the most out of your house sale while making the process easier for you.
Buying a Home in Acton, MA
If you're thinking about moving to Acton, you have several residential options to choose from. Whether you're looking for single-family homes or condos/townhomes, John Woodman can help. John has years of expertise in this town and can inform you about everything the town has to offer as well as find you your dream home.
For additional information, including sales history and prices, and more for Acton, MA properties for sale, or to schedule a home tour of any property listed below, contact us today!
RECENTLY SOLD
4 Beds2.5 Baths3,338 SqFt1/38 38$990,000 $890,000 11.2%
4 Beds1.5 Baths2,206 SqFt1/42 42$821,000 $738,000 11.2%
4 Beds3.5 Baths4,079 SqFt1/42 42$1,190,000 $1,250,000 4.8%