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Groveland

55 min to Boston
"Merrimack River town where $825K still buys space"
Median Price
$825,000
$332/sqft
School Rating
7.8/10
Good
Appreciation
3.8%
per year
Commute
55 min
to downtown

Financing Considerations

Properties in Groveland 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

Quiet riverside town north of Boston with good (not elite) schools, genuine New England character, and actual land—if you can handle the commute

What It's Really Like

Groveland offers what's increasingly rare in Greater Boston: genuine affordability for space. $825K gets you a 3,700sf house on actual land, not a cramped lot. Pentucket Regional Schools are solid (7.8/10), community is tight-knit, and you're along the Merrimack River. The cost? 55+ minute commute and limited local amenities. But if your priority is "biggest house, most land, still decent schools," this works.

Best For

  • ✓Families who want space, land, and strong community
  • ✓North Shore commuters who can handle 55+ min to Boston
  • ✓People prioritizing home size and lot size over location
  • ✓Those seeking rural character with solid schools

Avoid If

  • ✗You need short commutes (55+ min is real)
  • ✗You prioritize walkability or nightlife
  • ✗You need elite schools (7.8/10 is good but not exceptional)
  • ✗You want ethnic/cultural diversity

🌟Highlights

💰$825K median—real affordability for space
🏡Avg 2,758sf homes on substantial lots
🌊Merrimack River access and conservation areas
📚Pentucket Regional Schools (7.8/10)—solid academics
🚌MVRTA bus service connects to Haverhill (limited)
🌲Pines Recreation Area for hiking and community events

Insider Tips

  • 💡Commute is 55+ min (drive to Haverhill station + commuter rail)
  • 💡MVRTA bus service exists but is limited—plan to drive
  • 💡Pentucket Regional serves Groveland, West Newbury, and Merrimac
  • 💡Check school bus routes—some areas have long rides
  • 💡Pines Recreation Area is the town's social hub
  • 💡Property taxes ~$14-15 per $1K (moderate for North Shore)
  • 💡Town is 95% white—limited diversity
  • 💡Veasey Memorial Park offers Merrimack River views
  • 💡Groveland Day (annual event) is big deal for community bonding
  • 💡Nearest shopping/dining is Haverhill or Georgetown

Demographics

Population
6,800
Median Age
43
Median Income
$112,000

Religious Community

Places of Worship
2
Churches
2
Historical Context: Oldest establishment dates to 1726• 1 established before 1900
Data Source: MassGIS 2025 (Updated 2025-02-03)
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