Moving to Acton, MA

About Acton

Acton is a commuter town about 21 miles northwest of Boston, organized around five village centers: Acton Center (the civic hub), West Acton (commercial corridor along Route 111), South Acton (historic rail village), East Acton (residential), and North Acton (growth area around NARA Park). The Assabet River Rail Trail and proximity to Route 2 and the I-495 tech corridor make it a steady family draw.

Home prices in Acton

The median listing price in Acton is $750,000.

Top places in Acton

• Acton Arboretum (64-acre garden in Acton Center).
• NARA Park (North Acton recreation hub).
• South Acton village and the Faulkner Homestead (1707).
• Assabet River Rail Trail.
• Acton Center and the Acton Memorial Library.
• Jones Tavern (National Register of Historic Places).
• Iron Work Farm (Acton Historical Society headquarters).

Commuting from Acton

• MBTA Fitchburg Line at South Acton station to North Station (roughly 45-55 minutes on a typical schedule).
• About 21 miles from Boston; drive roughly 35-50 minutes off-peak via Route 2.
• Local bus connections link the village centers to the rail station.

Schools in Acton

Public schools: Acton-Boxborough Regional School District. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.

Acton FAQs

• What is the housing market like in Acton, MA?
  The median listing price in Acton is $750,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026
• How is the commute from Acton, MA?
  MBTA Fitchburg Line at South Acton station to North Station (roughly 45-55 minutes on a typical schedule).
• Which school district serves Acton, MA?
  Acton is served by Acton-Boxborough Regional School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.

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