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Groton

50 min to Boston
"Exurban elite—where $795K buys 2+ acres and $166K median income meets rural preservation"
Median Price
$795,000
$320/sqft
School Rating
7.3/10
Good
Appreciation
6.9%
per year
Commute
50 min
to downtown

Financing Considerations

Properties in Groton typically typically qualify for conforming loans with more flexible underwriting standards.

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✨The Vibe

Deeply New England exurban town with conservation land (50%+), lakes, prestigious private schools, and intentionally separate from suburban sprawl—where high-income professionals escape to rural character

What It's Really Like

Groton combines $166K median household income (top 20 statewide) with $795K median homes and 1-2+ acre lots—55-65% cheaper than Dover/Weston for similar land. The 11,200 residents live 40 miles northwest in a landscape of conservation land (50%+), lakes, and agricultural preservation. Groton hosts prestigious private schools (Lawrence Academy, Groton School—alma mater of FDR) but public schools are solid 7.3/10. The character is deeply New England: town common, historic homes, intentionally separate from suburban pressure. Recent appreciation of 6.9% YoY shows strong demand. Commutes are 50+ minutes, making this a remote-work territory.

Best For

  • ✓Remote workers who don't commute to Boston
  • ✓Families seeking 1-2+ acre lots and rural character
  • ✓High-earning professionals prioritizing land over location
  • ✓People who value historic New England preservation
  • ✓Those comfortable with good (not elite) public schools

Avoid If

  • ✗You commute to Boston regularly (50+ min is real)
  • ✗You need walkability or urban amenities
  • ✗You want elite public schools (7.3/10 is solid but not top-tier)
  • ✗You prioritize ethnic/cultural diversity
  • ✗You need public transit access or train service

🌟Highlights

💰$795K median—affordability for 2+ acre lots vs inner suburbs
🌲50%+ conservation land—genuine rural character preserved
🏛️Historic New England town common and preservation ethic
🎓Prestigious Groton School (private)—FDR's alma mater
📚Solid public schools (7.3/10)—Groton-Dunstable Regional
🦌Lakes, agricultural preservation, authentic rural lifestyle
📈6.9% YoY appreciation (2024→2025)—strong demand
🏡Median 2,420 sqft homes on substantial lots

Insider Tips

  • 💡Commute is 50-55 min to Boston—this is remote-work territory
  • 💡Groton School and Lawrence Academy are elite private options (Groton School is $66K/year)
  • 💡Public schools: Elementary/Middle 6/10, High School 10/10—uneven but strong finish
  • 💡Town intentionally preserves rural character—limited commercial development
  • 💡Conservation land (50%+) means extensive hiking, trails, outdoor access
  • 💡Property taxes moderate for Middlesex County (~$13-14 per $1K)
  • 💡Town common is social hub—very traditional New England character
  • 💡Limited local amenities—plan to drive to Ayer, Westford, or Leominster for shopping
  • 💡No MBTA service—fully car-dependent (nearest commuter rail is Ayer)
  • 💡Median income $166K (household) ranks top 20 statewide—high earning power
  • 💡Lost Lake and Baddacook Pond offer waterfront opportunities
  • 💡Days on market: 163 days median—measured, long-term hold market
  • 💡42% of households have children—family-oriented community
  • 💡West Groton offers more affordable entry points vs Groton Center
  • 💡Groton-Dunstable High School rated 10/10—strong finish for college prep

Demographics

Population
11,198
Median Age
42.4
Median Income
$166,358

Economic Profile

Remote Work
16.1%
work from home
Professional Workers
28.4%
knowledge economy
Broadband Access
99.0%
digital infrastructure
Median Commute
33 min
to work
Rental Cost Burden
23.4%
pay >30% on rent
Homeownership
55.1%
owner-occupied
Poverty Rate
4.8%
below poverty line
Unemployment
3.4%
of labor force
Median Home Value
$641K
Census estimate
Data source: Census ACS 2022 5-year
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