Boston metro, MA relocation guide
Moving to Ayer, MA
$542,000Median listing price
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About Ayer
Ayer is a historic railroad-junction town in northern Middlesex County, built around its depot square and still served by the MBTA Fitchburg Line. A walkable Main Street, the Nashua River Rail Trail, and proximity to Devens-area employers give it small-town value with a genuine downtown.
Home prices in Ayer
The median listing price in Ayer is $542,000.
Top places in Ayer
- Main Street downtown.
- Depot Square Park and the historic Hill Yard.
- Nashua River Rail Trail.
- Sandy Pond.
- Ayer Town Hall and the town common.
Commuting from Ayer
- MBTA Fitchburg Line at Ayer station to North Station (roughly 60-70 minutes).
- About 35 miles northwest of Boston; drive roughly 50-65 minutes via Route 2.
- Nashua River Rail Trail offers a 12-mile bike route to Nashua, NH.
Schools in Ayer
Public schools: Ayer-Shirley 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.
Ayer FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Ayer, MA?
The median listing price in Ayer is $542,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Ayer, MA?
MBTA Fitchburg Line at Ayer station to North Station (roughly 60-70 minutes). - Which school district serves Ayer, MA?
Ayer is served by Ayer-Shirley Regional School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.