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Easton is a pretty, pleasant suburban community now, but the town began its history as the rough frontier of the Taunton North Purchase and acted as the hunting, fishing and lumbering preserve of early Taunton settlers. Permanent settlement by colonists about 1695 and formal establishment of the town in 1725 led to an impassioned controversy over the location of the town meeting house, which split the early community.
The town's industrial history essentially begins with the discovery of bog iron which made Easton part of an important late 17th and 18th century iron producing region in southwestern Massachusetts. The first commercial steel made in the colonies was said to have been made in Easton and was evidently used for muskets. In 1803 the Ames Shovel Company was established, and became nationally known as having provided the shovels which laid the Union Pacific Railroad and opened the west. In 1875 the shovel production of the Ames plant was worth $1.5 million. The Ames family not only shaped the town's economy but also its geography and architecture. In the late 19th century, the family created a remarkable legacy by donating several landmark buildings to the town. This was remarkable not only for its benevolence, but for its architectural significance, since the nationally known architect H.H. Richardson designed Oakes Ames Memorial Hall, the library and the Old Colony Railroad building which now houses the Easton Historical Society, in the impressive Romanesque style. The community has carefully preserved these buildings, as part of the proud heritage of the town. The Ames family also built shops and company housing.
In addition, Ames family estates effectively maintained large tracts of open space in the community. Through most of its history the town has retained a small but healthy industrial base that featured the production of the Morse automobile between 1902 and 1914, cotton and thread mills, machine shops making piano casings and piano machinery, and the location of the spring supplying the oldest carbonated beverage company in the country. Despite this industrial activity, the town remained largely rural in feeling. Suburban development since World War II has brought in a significant number of new residents.
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School System Info
MCAS Ranking (of 351 towns) in State:
10th Grade Math: |
64 |
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10th Grade Eng: |
49 |
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8th Grade Math: |
91 |
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8th Grade Eng: |
93 |
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8th Grade Science: |
49 |
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4th Grade Math: |
59 |
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4th Grade Eng: |
83 |
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Spending/Student:
$6,686
Average SAT scores:
1561
Student/Teacher Ratios:
15.4 to 1
Community
Population:22,969 Median Income in town: $89,404 Population Density:
(people per square mile)
Crime Rate (per 1000 residents):
Property: 5.8 / 1,000
Violent: 0.3 / 1,000
Real Estate
Number of active:
Singles/Condos/Multis:
141
/ 32
/ 0
Median home price this year: N/A Median home price last year: $347,500
Median home price 5 yrs ago: $430,000
% change since last year: N/A
% change since 5 years ago: -24%
Avg single family tax bill:
$4,785
Transportation
Rail info: (T stops, commuter rail stops)
N/A
Subway info:
N/A
Bus lines:
N/A
Miles to Boston:
29
Drive time to Boston (minutes):
39
Rail time to Boston:
N/A
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RECENT LISTING
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$109,900
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!!WOW!! Move right into this spacious townhouse. Large open living room/dining room combination with sliders out to a private fenced patio with a yard which includes a large shed for storage. Inside there are good-sized bedrooms, as well as convenient laundry room on second level, large closets and hardwood floors. Enjoy the convenient location convenient to all major roads!
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$178,800
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Fantastic end unit townhouse shows superbly in a great location in the subdivision near the swimming pool, clubhouse, basketball & tennis courts in a great spot! Super relaxing deck & yard area. Wonderful kitchen with granite counters and open to dining area & family room. Gleaming hardwood floors, light & bright & open floor plan. Awesome master bedroom with walk-in closet. Perfect bathrooms show great! Second floor laundry. Refrigerator, washer & dryer all included for buyers. Easy to show.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$295,000
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FIRST SHOWINGS AT OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY MAY 26TH 11-1PM .This antique has been home to the same family for 46 years .Zoned for commercial or residential.It has good bones on a spacious lot and is waiting for your own decorative touches.It features mostly hardwood floors , two staircases and four bedrooms. An extra large deck for entertaining that overlooks the large back yard and peaceful fish pond.Roof is older. Property features a circular driveway for easy access.Seller says "Make me an offer"!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$215,850
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$499,000
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Wonderful 9 room colonial including a two bedroom master suite with a walk in closet, and a cedar one too. New kitchen featuring granite counters, beautiful cabinets and new stainless steel appliances. Features: two zoned central air and heating systems, central vacuum and in ground sprinklers. Also, a two car attached garage, large private yard and professionally landscaped. A fabulous property at this price!!!
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$185,000
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Fabulous and convenient location for this lovely Townhouse. Enjoy sitting on the rear deck overlooking a beautiful yard and woods. The 1st floor has a very nice size kitchen, dining room, living room and 1/2 bath. Second floor boasts a large master bedroom with a walk-in closet plus a second room that is a open area for a game room or in home office. A full bath is on this level as well.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$359,900
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Main street address with a SIDE STREET FEEL! Set back and surrounded by mature landscaping, this 4 bed 2 bath home has been meticulously maintained and has so many BELLS and WHISTLES! Open floor plan, cathedral ceilings, skylights, hardwood floors, remodeled kitchen with gorgeous counters and flooring, 2 tiered deck with inlaid HOT TUB. Freshly tiled lower level complete with fireplaced family room, bathroom and laundry area, game room and a 4th bedroom (great for guests or your teen).
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$499,900
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$250,000
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Step back in time in this thoughtfully restored Antique Colonial situated on .46A manicured lot. Original detail with exceptional finishes. Family room has cathedral ceiling and french doors open to large level lot with rolling lawn, firepit and canapy treed privacy. Charming kitchen with cherry cabinets, stately living room, 2 bedrooms and 2 full baths. This circa 1890 gem features exposed beams, wide pine floors, sec sys.& numerous updates.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$650,000
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$389,900
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So much to offer! Location, versatility and charm make this 3 bedroom cape the perfect choice. Private 3/4 acre lot on a quiet side street near schools, parks, town center. Thoughtful living plan allows options for every family. Use 1st floor suite for a master, teen or in-law quarters. Huge living room w/fireplace, sitting room AND family room w/wood-stove. Large bedrooms, ample storage, hardwood floors, 3 FULL updated baths, formal dining room., eat in kitchen AND room for expansion.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$124,900
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**** IT'S TIME TO ENTERTAIN*** awesome unit with deck to private outdoor spot. One huge master bedroom with loft. Cathedral ceilings, sliders, close door-to-car parking, skylights, gas heat, open floor plan, wood stove and so much more! All appliances remain. This is a pet friendly, small to medium sized complex. Very respectful condo fee! "COME SEE YOUR NEW HOME" !!!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$350,000
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REPUTABLE LOCAL BUILDER TO BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME ON THIS GORGEOUS LOT IN NORTH EASTON! located on a country road, private 1+ acre wooded lot,Great Commuter location, only 5 min. to Mansfield Commuter Rail. Have as little or as many bells & whistles that you desire. GENEROUS ALLOWANCES!. MANY MODELS TO CHOOSE FROM! starting at $360,000- $499,000. Photo's are of other models available.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$449,000
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REPUTABLE LOCAL BUILDER WILL BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME ON THIS BEAUTIFUL WOODED LOT IN NORTH EASTON. Great Commuter location! Choose as many bells & whistles that you desire. Builder can customize the home to your own personal taste. GENEROUS ALLOWANCES!. MANY MODELS TO CHOOSE FROM! starting at $360-$499. Pictures are of other models available.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$189,900
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$359,900
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$324,900
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Cul-de-Sac Location! Move Right In! This beautiful Raised Ranch features 2 car attached garage ~ Living room with Fireplace ~ gleaming hardwood floors ~ bright and sunny kitchen ~ Dining Area ~ tile baths ~ Finished Lower Level offers play room ~ family room with gorgeous stone fireplace and possible in-law set up with additional kitchen, bedroom and bath. Enjoy quiet time relaxing on the deck while admiring your private manicured lot.new oil burner 2011, 100 amp panel 2010, range, hood & deck
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$449,900
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Lovely 3 bedroom ranch with 3 car garage, 2 in front and 1 car behind,features a fieldstone fireplace in living rm,Hollywood bath off bedroom on 1st fl,bsmt has a family rm with a dry bar,fireplace with a coal stove,unfinished area used as wrk shop, 2 beautiful rooms over garage,With bath and propane fireplace in grt room.casa blanca fans.beautiful landscaping with sprinkler sys.This home has a lot to offer a must see.central a/c on main floor only.Cement driveway to 2 car,stone to 3rd bay.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$274,900
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Solidly built when homes were hand nailed and crafted with good intentions, this home has what you are looking for. Featuring over 1,800 sq ft of living space with welcoming foyer, hardwood flooring, brick fireplace, newer windows, a large eat in kitchen, first floor laundry and wide open unfinished basement. Isn't it time you stepped up to a new level of value?
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$449,800
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Wonderful property with amazing back yard & located in a great neighborhood. Fantastic kitchen-granite counters & Subzero refrigerator all open to the relaxing family room. Home features 2 fireplaces, 2 car garage, central air conditioning, full finished basement walk out, immaculate landscaping & grounds, three full sparkling bathrooms, lots of recessed lights, walk-in closet, whirlpool tub, steam shower. Bonus office & spacious game room/media room. One year warranty included for buyers.
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