Hopkinton Real Estate Overview

Hopkinton Community Summary

Hopkinton, perhaps best known for its privilege of the Boston Marathon starting line, retains small town character. Hopkinton real estate lies at the intersection of Routes 90 and 495, bordered by 6 towns including Ashland and Westborough. Hopkinton is a great choice to buy a home, boasting a great school system and small town community feel. The town’s high school was rated #392 in Newsweek. There is ample opportunity for recreation in Hopkinton with nine town parks, plus two state parks including Hopkinton State Park where picnic sites are available, as wells sail boat and kayak rental. The town is committed to open spaces, and even has an “open spaces committee” as part of town government. Hopkinton is a great place to buy a home and enjoy the outdoor opportunity available to dwellers of this suburban gem.

Hopkinton Real Estate Facts

Average List Price - $439,900

Average Sale Price - $531,600

Population 15,000

Hopkinton Real Estate Tax Rate $16.73/1000

Hopkinton Homes For Sale

Hopkinton Schools & Education

Hopkinton's high quality school system goes, serially, from Center School to Elwood School to Hopkins School to Hopkinton Middle then High School. Hopkinton Middle School offers an Advanced Math Program. Hopkinton High School, ranked #392 in the 2010 Newsweek list of America's Best High Schools, enjoys technology enhanced classrooms and active parent involvement. 85% of high school students participate in one or more of the 26 sports and 40+ other extracurricular offerings.

Kids & Family in Hopkinton

Kids will want to have a go at the Hank Fredette Skateboard Park at EMC Park and have a family-friendly game at the tennis courts and ball fields at Reed Park. Take advantage of the offerings of the Town Parks & Recreation Department: town sports, gymnastics, crafts, riding, self defense, swimming, and skating. The Hopkinton State Park is a can't miss destination in summer with something for the entire family: swimming areas, boating, foot trails for a walk in the woods, and picnic areas.

Hopkinton Dining & Shopping

Local diners enjoy The Marathon Restaurant at North Pond, Dynasty Chinese Restaurant, and Carbone's Restaurant. Cornell's Pub is a good choice for sports fans with televisions and two fields out back. Don't overlook Dino's Pizza, Bill's Pizza & Restaurant, and Snappy Dogs.

Stephanie G Jewelers, a local source of fine jewelry, offers custom designs. Country Plus is known for antiques as well as primitive and cottage style gifts. Hooray for Books helps turn kids into avid readers with cook and book programs. Look for Sunnyside Gardens, Garden Gate Florists, and Weston Nurseries for greening needs.

Hopkinton Community, Culture, Recreation

Heading towards its 300th anniversary in 2015, Hopkinton is a strong community of alliances and opportunities. Residents ally through groups like the Garden Club, Trails Club, Cultural Arts Alliance offering art classes and music lessons, Greyhound Friends, Lions Club, Moms Group, and Running Club. Educate Hopkinton keeps "people up-to-date on the budget process and the Town's financial needs."

As to opportunities, Enter Stage Left Theater offers community performing arts. Recreational opportunities abound like fishing at Whitehall State Park, swimming at Sandy Island Town Beach, hiking the 84 acre Town Forest, and playing in the Annual Tennis Tournament.

Spring celebrates another running of the Boston Marathon. July 4th brings another Horribles Parade known for political parody and general silliness. September showcases local talent at the Hopkinton Polyarts Festival.

The Commute from Hopkinton

With easy access to Routes 90 and 495, the average commute time from Hopkinton is. 36 minutes. The commuter rail to Boston and Worcester can be met next door in Westborough or Southborough.

Resources & Links

www.hopkinton.org

www.hopkinton.k12.ma.us

www.urbanspoon.com/n/4/40827/Boston/Hopkinton-MA-restaurants

www.mass.gov/dcr/parks/northeast/hpsp.htm

www.hopkintonma.org

www.hopnews.com