This bedroom community is situated along Massachusetts' South Shore, putting it just 12 miles away from Boston's Downtown area. Since its incorporation in 1712, Abington has emphasized its role as an agricultural and manufacturing center. While mostly residential today, the community also includes a number of parks and conserved portions of land, making it feel rural with its 15,000 residents.
Abington's selection of homes ranges from townhouses to long ranch houses and colonials, many of which are custom-built. The median housing value in Abington is slightly lower than the rest of Massachusetts at about $301,000; however, the rental rate is slightly higher than the state's average. More than 6,000 occupied homes exist in Abington.
A variety of apartment communities are available in Abington, offering many layouts and numbers of rooms.Gated communities with luxurious amenities are available alongside classic complexes with just a few units. Common townhome sizes range from 1,300 to 2,000 square feet, whereas the size of single family homes offers a median of about 2,000 square feet.
In 2015, foreclosures and short sales increased significantly. Additionally, prices decreased on more properties than they increased. Listing prices decreased significantly over 2015 as well. Sign up to view Abington's wonderful homes available for sale today to learn more about your options.