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Abington is a small bedroom community of 13,000 people some 12 miles south of Boston. The town was famous as part of the shoe industry and, as recently as 1986, had a working dairy farm. Today, though the town's roots in manufacturing and agriculture have given way to a primarily residential community character, several small and medium size businesses flourish within the boundaries of the quiet town. The town was founded in 1712 and although it has experienced substantial growth over the last several decades, the community retains a great deal of pen space and a rural feeling.
Residents are proud of the parks and recreation facilities which have produced several fine athletes. In addition, the growth of the town has not diminished the local spirit. There are several active civic organizations; annual celebrations include everything from an enthusiastic St. Patrick's Day parade to a huge 4th of July celebration attracting thousands from the South Shore.
Abington enjoys a fine school system and full time fire and police departments. Town facilities also include a water department, sewer department, public library and municipal golf course. The future of Abington remains bright as development continues. Residents believe that future growth is certain to be spurred on when the Old Colony Railroad, which will connect the town to Boston by rail, is reactivated. In addition, the town will have its own commuter rail station. Abington keeps an eye on the potential for development that lies on the horizon. At the same time, the town keeps its feet planted firmly on the ground in a desire to maintain the high quality of life that makes Abington a special place to live.
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School System Info
MCAS Ranking (of 351 towns) in State:
10th Grade Math: |
83 |
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10th Grade Eng: |
77 |
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8th Grade Math: |
67 |
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8th Grade Eng: |
87 |
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8th Grade Science: |
81 |
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4th Grade Math: |
168 |
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4th Grade Eng: |
163 |
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Spending/Student:
N/A
Average SAT scores:
1491
Student/Teacher Ratios:
16.1 to 1
Community
Population:14,605 Median Income in town: 68,826 Population Density: (people per square mile)
Crime Rate (property/violent):
Property: 4 / 1,000
Violent: 17 / 1,000
Real Estate
Number of active:
Singles/Condos/Multis:
47
/ 18
/ 3
Median home price this year: $162,500 Median home price last year: N/A
Median home price 5 yrs ago: N/A
% change since last year: N/A
% change since 5 years ago: N/A
Avg single family tax bill:
N/A
Transportation
Rail info: (T stops, commuter rail stops)
Abington (Old Colony Line)
Subway info:
subway
Bus lines:
bus
Miles to Boston:
22
Drive time to Boston (minutes):
33
Rail time to Boston:
33
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RECENT LISTING
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$142,000
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Great Opportunity! Well established and maintained Kingswood Condominium located in private wooded setting. Heat and Hot Water included in Condo Fee! Newer Kitchen Cabinetry and remodeled bathroom; (2003) - Dining Area off galley kitchen open to Large Living Room with Insulated Harvey slider leading to balcony and newer Harvey Window in Bedroom; Newer AC Unit - This Association is FHA Approved! Storage unit in basement and laundry in basement - Well maintained - a must see!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$369,000
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$559,900
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Open House 3/14 12-2 Magnificent Colonial, child safe neighborhood on a cul-de-sac, BRIGHT, SPACIOUS oak cabinet kitchen with double gas ovens, large "eat-in" area with slider access to LARGE deck. Enjoy FAMILY holidays in the FIREPLACED Family room with Cathedral ceilings, FORMAL Dining room with hardwood floors. Take POOLSIDE summer vacations, at your own pool, watch the big game poolside at your own POOLSIDE BAR with seperate electric, cable, and phone. MASTER bedroom with jacuzzi bath.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$324,999
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Mint extremely well maintained home needs nothing! Just move in and make it your own. Snuggle up by the gas fireplace and have no mess to clean in the morning. Newer windows paint deck and roof. Professionally landscaped with field stone walls and wonderful plantings. Central vac for ease of cleaning no more hauling that heavy vacuum around! Great side street location a must see. Hardwoods under carpeted living room and hallway. Call for details and a personal showing.
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$199,000
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Great price and location for this 2 family priced over $80,000 less than assessed value and located conveniently on RT 58. Potential for owner occupied or as an investment. Bank owned being sold as-is no changes to corporate P&S/Addendum to be signed within 48hrs of acceptance. The seller makes no representations on the condition of the property. Buyer/Agent to do due dilligence.SELLER IS REQUESTING HIGHEST AND BEST OFFER TO BE RECEIVED NO LATER THAN 5PM WEDNESDAY 3/17
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$369,000
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Priced to sell! Immaculate four bedroom two full bath cape located on cul de sac. This property is situated on a usable 0.45 acre lot and is a pleasure to show. This home has an open floor plan with a warm and inviting living room with fireplace, first floor master bedroom with cathedral ceilings, hardwood floors throughout, updated first floor bathroom, finished room in the basement and a new deck for entertaining. Updates include roof, exterior paint, boiler, windows, deck and oil tank.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$264,900
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Very spacious second floor condo. Historic Colonial residence has been skillfully transformed into garden style condos while maintaining original character and charm. Cathederal ceilings with original beams exposed throughout. Kitchen has enormous open floor plan with hardwood and stainless appliances. Private deck of kitchen. Oversized bedrooms, 2 fireplaces. The blend of new and original craftsmanship distinguishes this unit from others. Animals need association approval.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$325,000
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Beautiful spacious end unit located in The Gables. This bright & sunny condo allures impeccable style & warmth. Lg. formal living room features: gas fireplace, elegant moulding,wainsoting HW fl. & recessed lighting. Dining room w/ HW fl. & triple slider opens to a deck for grilling. Kitchen w/HW fl. has breakfast bar. Lg. Master BR w/ dbl.closets and jacuzzi tub. Lower level is completely finished w/ huge tiled family & game rm.w/bar, den w/closet & lg.office area. Plus C/A & heated garage.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$539,900
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Outstanding value! Seven year old home with 5 bed rooms ( one on the first floor) and 3.5 baths. Front to back living rm/diningroom comb., gourmet kitchen with dining area leading through sliders to a deck overlooking large in-ground pool and landscaped yard. First floor great room with exposed fireplace, cathed. ceiling , skylights and back stair case. Two story entry hall with winding hardwood stair case. Large dry basement with sliders and windows leading to double patios .
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TYPE:
Land
PRICE:
$113,900
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Nice, mostly level lot in residential area. Existing foundation and cellar. Bank owned: All offers/contracts subject to seller senior management approval & any offers/counter offers by seller are not binding unless entire agreement is ratified by all parties. Seller is committed to swift & accurate responses on all valid offers.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$489,000
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One of the best neighborhoods! This home offers open living and eating with a spacious kitchen with center island located just off the oversized family room with stone fireplace. So many great features in this wonderfully kept home include an open foyer, 3 season room, finished basement, great kitchen for gathering, sprinkler system with well water, formal dining room and Master Suite with jacuzzi bath and walk-in closet. This home has it all!
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$184,900
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Lovely garden style condominum on top floor of Kingswood complex. This two bedroom, 1 bath unit is immaculate with bright and cheery rooms. Large living room with new berber carpet, dining area has hardwood floor. Updates include newer slider and windows, new gas stove. Large closets in bedrooms have oranizers. Storage and laundry facilities in basement.Conveniently located not too far from commuter rail. Still time to take advantage of tax credit.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$599,999
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Absolutely stunning colonial in sought after Lincoln Estates! Granite/SS kitchen with custom cherry cabinetry, hardwoods, wainescoating in DR, limestone tile foyer, huge master br, master bath with marble and spa tub, granite in all bthrms,upstairs foyer w/blt ins, lots of closet space, walk up attic, central A/C, Irrrigation system, trex deck, prof landscapeed, 3/4 acre. An absolute Must See!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$369,000
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This is a picturebook Cape on a tree-lined country road,close to the train station,highways,shopping,South Shore hospital & Ames Nowell Park. It has an open,airy feeling,not found in most Capes,w/ oversized kitchen/dining areas,a large formal living room,a generous family room & attached office/media room! There are four bedrooms & two full baths on the second floor& a full dry basement with workshop. The attached garage also has a workshop & storage area. All this on 1.17 acres!!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$699,000
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Exquisite colonial on cul-de-sac in desirable Lincoln Estates! Open floor plan with over 3,400 SF of living space plus a walkup attic and finished basement. Custom maple kitchen with center island, high end appliances, granite counters, and large walk-in pantry. Cathedral ceilings in family rm & great rm with custom built ins, large granite bar & stone fireplace. Tiled mudroom with wainscoting. Custom moldings. Master suite. Two staircases. 2nd Floor laundry. Prof. landscaped w/ sprinklers
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$249,000
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Open House Sun. Morning 3/21/10 11am-1pm. Nice 5 Room Colonial with Newly Renovated Country Style Kitchen, 2 Oversized Bedrooms, Hardwood floors, Double Wide Driveway with turnabout, Large (16'X18') Deck, and Huge (12'X24') Storage Shed. This home is all ready for summer with a 24' Above Ground Swimming Pool and Large, Grassy Back Yard for entertaining. All this and a 10 min. Walk to the Abington Commuter Rail. Come see for yourself. A Great home at a Great Price!
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$249,900
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Located in desirable Bedford Woods this immaculate unit is one of the nicest you will see. Beautiful white cabinet kitchen, with pantry closet, spacious living room/dining room with gleaming hardwoods, gas fireplace, and sliders to private deck. 1/2 bath off foyer. Second floor offers two large bedrooms with generous closet space and full bath w/jacuzzi tub. Lower level office with family room or office, and full bath with laundry. Wonderful flexible floor plan and move in ready.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$289,900
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"THE WINTRHOP" Hardwood floors, granite counters, gas fireplace, stainless steel appliances. Tile baths, Jacuzzi Tub. Very comfortable and had an exclusive interior designer. Garage heated and able to fit plenty of storage, SUV and Two motorcycles will also fit. Although this is a short sale, your buyer will not be unhappy to wait. There is so much great interior to mention. Even has Plantation Shutters. Gas grill on deck has been tied into the gas line and has a permit. Show and Sell!!!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$289,900
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Charming home with period detail, lots of character, including crown molding. Well cared for property with many updates including newer boiler, windows, roof and 200 amp circuit breaker. Enter through a wonderful mudroom with a bead board ceiling. Hardwood floors throughout most of the house and freshly painted. Eat in kitchen with a large walk-in pantry. Conveniently located two miles to Train in desirable North Abington neighborhood.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$309,900
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This beautiful "Scituate" style townhouse at the gables has a lot to offer.Features include: Nice bright open flr plan /gas fireplace with blower in liv.rm,formal dining rm,Kit.w/ breakfast bar,Huge master bdrm w/ sitting area, Walk-in closet & full bth w/ Jacuzzi tub,1 car heated garage & approx. 700 SF in lower lvl ready to be fin.other features include: Central Air, hdwd flrs,custom blinds, tile baths &deck off living rm. Complex amenties include a clubhouse, tennis ct & Putting green.
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