Boston metro, MA relocation guide
Moving to Hanover, MA
$1,059,000Median listing price
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About Hanover
Hanover is a South Shore town of about 14,000, blending historic village centers (Hanover Center, North Hanover) with newer subdivisions and convenient Route 3/Route 53 access. Housing is mostly colonials and capes on generous lots, with a strong move-up market.
Home prices in Hanover
The median listing price in Hanover is $1,059,000.
Top places in Hanover
- Hanover Center — historic village center with the First Congregational Church and town common.
- Forge Pond Park — town park with walking trails and water views.
- Luddam's Ford Park — trails along the Indian Head River (shared with Pembroke).
- Cardinal Cushing Centers — well-known campus serving people with disabilities.
- The Colonel John Barstow House (c. 1640) on Broadway — one of the area's oldest homes (shown in the Commons photo below).
- Hanover's Route 53 commercial corridor — everyday shopping and dining.
Commuting from Hanover
- No commuter rail in town. Nearest stations: Abington (Kingston Line) and North Scituate (Greenbush Line), each roughly a 10–15 minute drive.
- Typical weekday rail trip from Abington to South Station: approximately 40–50 minutes (approximate; varies by train).
- Approximate drive to downtown Boston: ~30–40 minutes via Route 3 (no-traffic routing; longer at rush hour).
Schools in Hanover
Public schools: Hanover Public Schools. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Hanover FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Hanover, MA?
The median listing price in Hanover is $1,059,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Hanover, MA?
No commuter rail in town. Nearest stations: Abington (Kingston Line) and North Scituate (Greenbush Line), each roughly a 10–15 minute drive. - Which school district serves Hanover, MA?
Hanover is served by Hanover Public Schools. 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.