Worcester metro, MA relocation guide
Moving to Athol, MA
$354,950Median listing price
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About Athol
Athol is a historic mill town on the Millers River in the North Quabbin region, about 35 miles northwest of Worcester. Its identity is tied to the L.S. Starrett Company, the precision-tool manufacturer headquartered here since 1880, and a classic downtown Main Street lined with 19th-century commercial blocks.
Home prices in Athol
The median listing price in Athol is $354,950.
Top places in Athol
- L.S. Starrett Company — world-known precision tool manufacturer headquartered in Athol (shown in Commons photo).
- Millers River — runs through downtown; fishing and paddling.
- Uptown Common — historic town common (shown in Commons photo).
- Athol History Trail — town-marked historic sites (athol-ma.gov).
- Main Street downtown — 19th-century commercial blocks (shown in Commons photo).
- Riverside Park — riverfront park (shown in Commons photo).
- Silver Lake Park — town park and swimming spot.
- York Theater — historic theater entrance downtown (shown in Commons photo).
Commuting from Athol
- Approximate drive to Worcester: ~40 minutes via Route 2 east (approximate; traffic-dependent).
- No in-town commuter rail; nearest MBTA Fitchburg Line stations: Wachusett/Fitchburg, roughly 25–30 minutes east.
- MART bus service covers the Montachusett region including the Athol area (approximate; check MART schedules).
- Boston context: about 75 miles west of Boston; approximate drive ~90+ minutes; commuter rail option from Fitchburg into North Station.
Schools in Athol
Public schools: Athol-Royalston 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.
Athol FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Athol, MA?
The median listing price in Athol is $354,950. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Athol, MA?
Approximate drive to Worcester: ~40 minutes via Route 2 east (approximate; traffic-dependent). - Which school district serves Athol, MA?
Athol is served by Athol-Royalston 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
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.