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Acton

40 min to Boston
"MetroWest's best-kept secret—excellent schools in rural setting"
Median Price
$950,000
$475/sqft
School Rating
8.8/10
Great
Appreciation
4%
per year
Commute
40 min
to downtown

Financing Considerations

Properties in Acton typically may qualify for high-balance conforming loans, though jumbo financing might be needed depending on exact property price.

Learn about loan thresholds, property condition impact, flood/wind insurance, and how vintage homes (common in many MA towns) affect mortgage approval.

The Vibe

Charming MetroWest town with excellent schools, conservation land, apple orchards, and strong community spirit

What It's Really Like

Acton is where education-minded families go for top schools (8.8/10) without Lexington pressure. Apple orchards, conservation land, and a real small-town feel.

Best For

  • School-focused families willing to commute
  • Nature lovers wanting rural character
  • Those seeking community engagement
  • Commuter rail users

Avoid If

  • You need quick Boston access (40+ min)
  • You want urban amenities
  • You prefer walkable downtowns

🌟Highlights

🏫Excellent schools (8.8/10) with less pressure than Lexington
🍂Conservation land and rural character
🚆Commuter rail (South Acton station)
🎪NARA Park brings community together

Insider Tips

  • 💡Acton-Boxborough Regional is excellent high school
  • 💡South Acton village has walkable charm
  • 💡Strong youth programs and community identity

Demographics

Population
24,000
Median Age
44
Median Income
$168,000

Economic Profile

Remote Work
30.5%
work from home
Professional Workers
74.2%
knowledge economy
Broadband Access
96.0%
digital infrastructure
Homeownership
73.9%
owner-occupied
Poverty Rate
2.6%
below poverty line
Median Home Value
$697K
Census estimate
Data source: Census ACS 2022 5-year

Religious Community

Places of Worship
9
Churches
8
Synagogues
1
🌟 Multi-faith community with diverse religious traditions(Diversity Score: 32/100)
Historical Context: Oldest establishment dates to 18323 established before 1900
Data Source: MassGIS 2025 (Updated 2025-02-03)

Housing Stock Age

Median Year Built
1972
53 years old
Pre-1940 Construction
8.5%
Lower risk
Post-2000 Construction
29.2%
Modern housing stock
Est. Annual Insurance
$2,200
Based on housing age

Moderate Insurance Risk

Median home built in 1972. Insurance premiums estimated at $2,200/year. Some older homes may require system updates (electrical, plumbing, HVAC).

Insurance Cost Calculator

Estimate your annual homeowners insurance premium

$475,000$950,000$1,900,000

Leave blank to use town median (1972)

Annual Premium
$2,150
$179/month
vs. State Average
+7%
MA avg: $2,008/year
Risk Category
HIGH
Based on home age

30-Year Mortgage Impact

$64,500

Total insurance cost over 30-year mortgage (equivalent to 0.2% of home value)

Age Penalty

This home costs $539 more per year to insure than a newly built home. Over 30 years, that's $16,170 in additional insurance costs.

Ways to Lower Your Premium

  • Bundle home + auto insurance with same carrier (10-25% discount)
  • Increase deductible from $500 to $2,500 (save 15-30%)
  • Install monitored security system (5-20% discount)
  • Update electrical panel and remove knob-and-tube wiring
  • Replace roof with impact-resistant materials (save 5-15%)
  • Upgrade plumbing to PEX or copper
  • Complete full home inspection and address major issues
  • Consider MAPFRE or Chubb for historic home coverage

* Estimates based on Massachusetts state averages and typical underwriting criteria. Actual premiums vary by carrier, coverage limits, deductible, claims history, and credit score. For accurate quotes, contact a licensed insurance agent.

Construction Era Distribution

2020+
150 units
2010-2019
12.1%
1,100 units
2000-2009
16.5%
1,500 units
1990-1999
16.7%
1,520 units
1980-1989
15.4%
1,400 units
1970-1979
14.9%
1,350 units
1960-1969
13.2%
1,200 units
1950-1959
10.5%
950 units
1940-1949
145 units
Pre-1940
8.5%
770 units
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