Holbrook is a town in Norfolk County, Massachusetts with a population of almost 11,000. Holbrook was settled in the early 18th century with development similar to the rest of suburban Greater Boston. Its early history was dominated by farming and cottage trades but it eventually became a mostly residential community. Many residents of Holbrook commute to Boston or work in the service industries in the town.
Like many towns in Massachusetts, Holbrook real estate includes a mix of historic Cape Cod and Colonial homes alongside more modern ranch, farmhouse, and contemporary homes. The ranch style home is very popular in Holbrook, with many homes built in the 1960s to the 1980s with 1,000 to 2,000 square feet of living space.
Holbrook is home to many historic homes in the Colonial and Cape Cod styles. Most historic homes have been fully renovated and updated with modern amenities. Newer construction is less common in Holbrook, although there are several Colonial style homes built in the last fifteen years. Holbrook's real estate is dominated by single-family homes, although there are a few newer condominium complexes and large homes that have been converted into multi-family homes and condos.
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