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The Town of Rowley was founded in 1639 by the Reverend Ezekiel Rogers and a band of 20 families from Rowley, Yorkshire, England. The group sailed on the ship "John of London" bringing with them the first printing press to be used in America, the famous "Daye Press" which was to be set up in Cambridge.
The land area of Rowley originally included what is now Boxford, Bradford, Georgetown, Groveland, and a part of Middleton. The town has a varied terrain, and is situated between two rivers, the Muddy Creek on the north and the Rowley River to the south. With a section of Plum Island bordering the Atlantic, the main land mass fronts Plum Island Sound with an extensive salt marsh area that eventually gives way to rolling uplands. Heavily forested, there are several working farms with numerous single-family house lots and a few apartments and condominium complexes.
Bradstreet Farm, owned by the Jewett family since the 1600's is the nation's second oldest working farm to be continuously owned and occupied by the same family. Rowley is home to the nation's oldest stone arch bridge and the "Turning Place" (now the Rowley Common) where in 1775 a battalion of Benedict Arnold's musket men encamped enroute to Quebec. The Revolutionary War cannon, "Old Nancy", is one of the town's most prized possessions. The cannon was taken by Rowley soldiers from the British ship "Nancy", which was captured off Gloucester.
In 1643, the first fulling (wool) mill in the colonies was established in Rowley, which later proved to be a contributing factor to the War of Independence as the mill was perceived as a threat to England's dominance in supplying wool to the colonies. Rowley's only other major industry was the Foster Shoe Company that began operations in 1850.
Today, Rowley is in a transition from its historical farming roots to that of a residential community. The town maintains its historical charm, however, and may be the quintessential New England hometown with its 350th anniversary commemorative bandstand sited on the town common green, numerous stately, colonial era homes lining Main Street, and several tall white steeple churches standing nearby.
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School System Info
MCAS Ranking (of 351 towns) in State:
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Spending/Student:
$6,893
Average SAT scores:
1548
Student/Teacher Ratios:
15.7 to 1
Community
Population:5,839 Median Income in town: $59,785 Population Density:
(people per square mile)
Crime Rate (per 1000 residents):
Property: 0 / 1,000
Violent: N/A / 1,000
Real Estate
Number of active:
Singles/Condos/Multis:
28
/ 7
/ 0
Median home price this year: N/A Median home price last year: $422,500
Median home price 5 yrs ago: $410,000
% change since last year: N/A
% change since 5 years ago: 3%
Avg single family tax bill:
$4,179
Transportation
Rail info: (T stops, commuter rail stops)
Rowley (Newburyport/Rockport Line)
Subway info:
subway
Bus lines:
bus
Miles to Boston:
30
Drive time to Boston (minutes):
44
Rail time to Boston:
58
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RECENT LISTING
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$399,990
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GORGEOUS CUSTOM CAPE on .92 acres, perfectly abuts small cul-de-sac neighborhood. Home expanded + renovated from top to bottom. Cherry + granite kitchen w/ open layout perfect for entertaining. Hdwd flrs throughout. LG mstr suite w/ deck, walk-in closet & LG mstr bath. LG lot w/ plenty of back yard area to play. Mudroom from driveway & 2 car garage leads to kitchen. All bedrooms on 2nd floor plus office w/ optional 2nd or 1st flr laundry option!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$299,900
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Open House on Sunday, May 20th from 11am to 12:30pm. Look down the end of the road and you will find this private, country farm house. NOTHING to do but move right in. Walking distance to Commuter Rail, elementary school and marina. Newly renovated kitchen with island and desk area. Master bedroom with sitting area or office. Great private backyard with new deck off of second floor and patio with granite steps off of the first floor. Room to add garage.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$469,000
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CHARMING COLONIAL with outstanding historic architectural features on country lane that leads to town boat landing & marina w/integrated modern addition (teen wing or multi-generational living). Formal living room w/fireplace, built in cupboards & exquisite wide paneling. 4 bedrooms/4 baths (3 full + 3/4 bath) sited on 1 acre w/2 car detached garage. Fully updated kitchen with granite counters. Mature plantings. Convenient to major travel routes. Full basement. Central AC in addition.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$329,900
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$299,900
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Well cared for split on quiet country road. Nice level backyard with one car garage and shed. Three bedrooms and two finished rooms in lower level. Central air, whole house fan, roof new in 2011, updated electric. Home features a 3 season room, hardwood flooring in living, dining and all bedrooms. Lower level has two finished rooms and a half bath. Terrific home looking for its second owner.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$429,900
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Gorgeous piece of land....almost 300 feet of frontage....house lends itself to live and enjoy the way it is....or potential additions because of the width of the lot. Well built 2x6 construction with lots of hardwood...stainless and granite kitchen. Brand new construction on very nice street with easy commute to Rte. 95, Rte 1 and Rte. 133. Septic design is for four bedrooms. Builders Warranty provided with this home
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$429,900
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Immaculate home in a cul de sac neighborhood. Farmers porch, newly painted, brand new roof, 2x6 construction, terrific yard with gazebo in front. Open concept living, huge cathedral family room, separate living room with fireplace to french doors into den/office. Irrigation system, Full basement, 2 car garage, nothing left out. Full basement set up for workshop and lots of storage. Lots to like here.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$359,500
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$649,900
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$159,000
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Here you go - Two Bedroom, First Floor, Above Ground - a short distance to the Commuter Rail, Rte. 1 and Rte. 95, Newburyport, Ipswich, 3 Golf Courses, Shopping, The Parker River and more. Located in the Well Maintained Ryefield Place Condominiums. Lot's of closet space, extra storage, well kept. ** NOT A SHORT SALE OF BANK OWNED * QUICK CLOSE POSSIBLE *
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$539,000
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$549,900
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Desirable executive subdivision finds this spectacular sited colonial on two-parcel lot - 1.51 acres. 4 BR/2.5 BA w/amazing grand entry/center staircase. Corner lot (professionally designed/landscaped) affords great privacy. Spacious granite kitchen/breakfast bar w/eat in area. Sliders from fire-placed great room w/cathedral ceiling lead to screened in porch & deck. Formal dining room w/Fr doors. 4th BR used as office on 1st floor ideal for multi-generational living. Full basement/central AC/Vac
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$289,900
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Real nice value here!! Set on a knoll this home offers an exceptional lot plus 30x30 outbuilding currently used as garage/workshop. Home has two bedrooms....but has NEW 3BR Septic (installed), hardwood floors, tile bath....Great First Home or for downsizing!! Walk out basement...with picture window offers additonal 1000 s.f. of finished space. Second bath on LL needs completion. Home will be first shown on Sunday (4/15) at 1-2:30 open house.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$309,900
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$149,900
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$157,000
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Spacious townhouse in nice location. Lovely dining room that leads to spacious fireplace living room. Three bedrooms on second floor including spacious master bedroom. Hard wood floors throughout that adds to the charm of this townhouse. Large yard with screened in porch to enjoy the outdoors during the warmer season. Easy access to highway, and local shopping center. Great value.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$99,500
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This lovely condo is located near the Golf Course in an established neighborhood of Single Family homes. A unique unit in great condition and ready for you to move in and enjoy. Close to route 95, 133 & 1. Assoc fee includes heat, hot-water, snow removal, landscaping, refuse removal. Perfect location also offers 2 parking spaces, extra storage & add?l off street parking. The room layout offers some extra room options! Come see for yourself. Common area laundry room is located on the 1st floor.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$479,900
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NEW CONSTRUCTION....1.42 ACRE....GORGEOUS LOT.....ENERGY SAVING...SPRAY FOAM INSULATION... OPEN FLOOR PLAN ....VAULTED CEILING....CUSTOM MAPLE/STAINLESS KITCHEN....ALL WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES...GAS FIRE PLACE...CUSTOM WALKWAY AND WALLS...TWO CAR GARAGE....ALL THIS PLUS.....A VERY NICE LOCATION.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$138,000
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Great Value ** One Bedroom, Top Floor. Sliding Door to Deck off Living Room. Located in the well maintained Ryefield Place Condominiums, Close to the Commuter Rail, Rowley Center, Shopping, 3 Golf Courses, The Parker River, Topsfield, Newburyport, Rte. 1, 95 and 133. ** NOT A SHORT SALE OR BANKL OWNED ** Quick Close possible. What are you waiting for?
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$549,900
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For the Discriminating Buyer....Mint condition, quality colonial in desirable neighborhood. This sunny home boasts so many upgrades! Spacious kitchen w/granite counters & center island & ss appliances. Great Room has tray ceiling, fp & slider to lg deck. Formal DR w/chair rails, Charming LR- fp & french drs to a home office. Smooth ceilings. HW flrs. Central a/c. .9 ft ceilings. MB Suite w/large walk-in closet, & tiled private bath w/double sinks. Beautiful landscaped lot! Easy acc to major rts
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