Boston metro, MA relocation guide
Moving to Stow, MA
$852,000Median listing price
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About Stow
Stow is a semi-rural town west of Boston known for apple orchards, golf courses, and Lake Boone. Housing is mostly single-family homes on generous lots, some new construction, and lakeside properties.
Home prices in Stow
The median listing price in Stow is $852,000.
Top places in Stow
- Lake Boone — boating, swimming, and lakeside living.
- Stow town center — historic village with shops.
- Apple orchards (Carver Hill, Honey Pot Hill) — fall picking and farm stands.
- Butternut Farm Golf Club — public golf.
- Assabet River trails and conservation land.
- Delaney Land and local trail networks.
- Stow Acres Country Club.
Commuting from Stow
- No MBTA service in town; nearest Commuter Rail is the Fitchburg Line at South Acton (~10–15 min drive) or the Worcester/Framingham Line at Framingham.
- Typical drive to downtown Boston: ~40–50 minutes via Route 2/Route 128 (longer at rush hour).
Schools in Stow
Public schools: Nashoba 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.
Stow FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Stow, MA?
The median listing price in Stow is $852,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Stow, MA?
No MBTA service in town; nearest Commuter Rail is the Fitchburg Line at South Acton (~10–15 min drive) or the Worcester/Framingham Line at Framingham. - Which school district serves Stow, MA?
Stow is served by Nashoba Regional School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.