About Ayer
Ayer is a town in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. It is located 35 miles northwest of Boston. Ayer borders the towns of Shirley, Groton, Littleton, and Harvard. Within its relatively small area, Ayer is home to a number of industries, including Cains (which has been out of business since August 2017), Vitasoy and Pepsi, a historically significant downtown, and contemporary commuter train service to Boston.
Things To Do in Ayer
The Nashua River Rail Trail leads a flat and picturesque area with plenty of animal viewing possibilities. The walk passes through wetlands, ponds, woodlands, swamps, and farms, where visitors may see beavers, herons, and swans.
Sandy Pond is one of Ayer's most prized and beloved natural resources and heritage treasures; whether swimming, fishing, boating, birdwatching, dipping, sunbathing, recreating, or simply gathering with friends and family for a wonderful summer day on the shore, Sandy Pond represents Ayer at its finest.
Nice spot to take your dog. There are two fenced-in play areas, one for large dogs and one for small dogs. It is open from dawn to dusk and offers a terrific location for canine and human exercise and social interaction - and was definitely a CPC-assisted initiative that did not bark up the wrong tree!
Ayer Public Schools
Along with the neighboring town of Shirley, Ayer is served by the Ayer Shirley Regional School District.
To visit the school webpage, click HERE.
Parks and Recreation
The Ayer Parks & Recreation provides clean and well-groomed park and beach facilities and safe, appealing recreational programs for community members.
Transportation
Ayer is located on routes 2A, 110, and 111; it is one town away from both Interstate 495 and Route 2.
Ayer is served by the Montachusett Regional Transit Authority (MART). The Fitchburg Line of the MBTA Commuter Rail offers service to and from Boston's North Station at Ayer station.
Freight trains run through Ayer on the old Stony Brook Railroad rails on a daily basis. The line is now a significant corridor of Pan Am Railway's District 3, connecting New Hampshire and Maine with western Massachusetts, Vermont, and New York.
Popular Local Restaurants
You'll find a wide array of restaurants in Ayer. Here are some of our top picks.
Every day, they make homemade pasta, freshly baked bread, diCicco family specialties, and exquisite desserts. Fresh New England seafood, handcut steaks, and Chef inspired specials are also available on Lucia's menu. They also serve wines by the glass or bottle, creative cocktails, local craft beer, and espresso made with Union Coffee Roasters' locally roasted beans.
A family-owned restaurant offering home-cooked meals and a full bar. Excellent wait service that will make you feel at ease. Lottery, keno, daily games, and scratch tickets are available. They offer gift certificates. Daily specials, including all-you-can-eat options.
They serve freshly baked pastry, breakfast bowls, and wraps, as well as coffee and espresso. They also have rocking burgers, steaks, seafood, pasta for dinner, and their famed "Artisan" (LOL) poutines, as well as live local music.
The Cottage Restaurant is locally owned and operated. Located on Main St., in downtown Ayer serving pizza, subs, ice cream, and more, using fresh, high-quality ingredients.
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.
Sell Your Home in Ayer, MA
Ayer is a desirable community, so selling your Ayer 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 Ayer, MA
If you're thinking about moving to Ayer, 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 Ayer, MA properties for sale, or to schedule a home tour of any property listed below, contact us today!
RECENTLY SOLD
3 Beds2 Baths1,552 SqFt1/42 42$520,000 $485,000 7.2%
3 Beds2.5 Baths1,772 SqFt1/28 28$442,500 $499,000 11.3%
6 Beds4 Baths2,834 SqFt1/34 34$791,000 $700,000 13.0%