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Leyden

The Town of Leyden is one of the northernmost towns in Massachusetts and abuts Vermont.  It is an isolated rural hill town on the suburban corridor from Greenfield to Vermont and residents are proud of its lofty location in the southern highlands of the Green Mountains. 


The town was named for a town in Holland.  Settlement began late in Leyden because of the uplands, the absence of high quality agricultural land and its exposure to Indian attack.  The settlement of the community in the early 1740's was not followed by any real growth until the end of the French and Indian wars brought peace and safety to the area.  One of the earliest industries in town was cheesemaking. 


 Famous sons of Leyden include John Riddell, the inventor of the binocular microscope, and Henry Kirke Brown, sculptor of the Washington and Lincoln statutes at West Point and in the Capitol.  The town was the site of a Dorrite religious community established in 1792 and the entirely agricultural character these new residents found in the 18th century essentially extended into the 20th century.  The town is still agricultural, producing beef, pork, wool and butter and making maple sugar.

School System Info

MCAS Ranking (of 351 towns) in State:

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Spending/Student:

$8,731

Average SAT scores:

1683

Student/Teacher Ratios:

12.1 to 1

 

 

Community

Population:802 Median Income in town: $65,091 Population Density:
(people per square mile)

45

 

 

Crime Rate (per 1000 residents):

Property: 0 / 1,000
Violent: N/A / 1,000

 

Real Estate

Number of active:

Singles/Condos/Multis: 6 / 0 / 0

Median home price this year: N/A Median home price last year:

$175,000

Median home price 5 yrs ago:

$219,750

% change since last year:

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% change since 5 years ago:

-26%

Avg single family tax bill:

$0

 

Transportation

Rail info: (T stops, commuter rail stops)

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Bus lines:

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Miles to Boston:

100

Drive time to Boston (minutes):

136

Rail time to Boston:

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RECENT LISTING

TYPE:

Land

PRICE:

$425,000

Absolutely breathtaking panoramic views from this very special property surrounded by conservation land, in an absolutely most private setting. A total of 154+/- acres, consisting of 6 lots, 5 of them under conservation restriction. Only one building lot allowed - a 13 acre site at the top of the mountain with sweeping views towards the south and west. You'll feel at the top of the world in this most peaceful and beautiful place. Agricultural restriction on the 127 surrounding acres.Very Special  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$339,900

This superbly maintained 1700?s antique cape, nestled on an intimate grassy knoll bursting with perennials, has sweeping views of the valley to the south, and pastoral hillside views to the east. The rooms are spacious and filled with light. The comfortable floor plan offers single level living possibilities, beautiful original floors, an ornate tin ceiling in the formal dining room, and updated systems. Two small porches are sited perfectly to enjoy the scenery. Become a part of history?  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$399,000

Picturesque Saltbox sited on 9 acres of woods and fields. Freshly painted interior and beautiful cherry floors have just been refinished. Many period amenities enhance the charm such as Rumford style fireplaces in kitchen and living room. Flexible floor plan, bright and sunny. Master suite features a 2 people Jacuzzi, steam shower and cedar closet. Less than 15 minutes to Greenfield rotary, shops and I-91.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$529,000

Horse Lover's delight! If you want to work at home as well, this property has it all. Separate quarters for office and separate workshop space. 6+ stalls with water, hay storage and multiple doors for access, riding ring large pond for swimming and lounging. Almost everything has been done. Move in condition.  



TYPE:

Land

PRICE:

$118,000

Great location with FRONTAGE on the GREEN RIVER, one of the better Trout fishing rivers in the state, it holds natives as well as "stockies". The water is excellent for swimming and tubing or kayaking. An abundance of wild life exist int the area it is probably home to most native species. Also well located to Vermont and everything it has to offer. If your looking for privacy and a great living experience this is the place to build your dream home, gardens or camping get aways.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$799,000

Custom built 3,600 sq.ft. Colonial with very authentic period craftmanship and many great features including 2 fireplaces and 4 baths. There is a fully equipped guest house with 2 bedrooms and 1 1/2 baths, a horse barn, riding ring, pool house with sauna, stone walls, just a beautiful setting.  



TYPE:

Land

PRICE:

$60,000

Easy drive to Greenfield, all paved roads. Corner lot. Potential views. Adjoining lots for sale at $70,000 (lot 2) for 4.004 acres and $85,000 (lot 1) for 4.685 acres. Lot 1 for $85,000 includes well and septic system (both need testing).  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$799,000

6,000sqft Conference Facility w/95 acres, 3 Barns, garden, 3 meditation huts & walking trails. 4,200sqft 2-story addition constructed in 2005 using Green technology w/32 x 27 meeting rm, 6 bdrms, 5 baths, & sitting areas. This structure is connected to a renovated Antique Cape w/lg kitchen, dining/meeting area, office, 3 bdrms & full bath/laundry area. Perfect for conference facility; youth group center; agricultural school or family retreat. Handicapped accessible, Excellent Condition.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$300,000

Enjoy one of the most spectacular settings in the County! You'll be delighted with the constantly changing views as the seasons go by from the cozy rooms in this beautiful full dormered cape. Large rooms, lots of windows with views, including a family room overlooking the spacious lawns and a stone patio.  



TYPE:

Land

PRICE:

$49,900

Country lot in lovely Leyden. The site is cleared, the well is already in,the septic design is done and simply needs reapproval. Ready for you to build your new home.  






 

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