Acton Land for Sale

The community has been settled since about 1639 and has a population of approximately 21,929 people. The area is primarily forested and consists of around 20.03 square miles of property. The city is in Middlesex County, 21 miles Northwest of Boston and about 10 miles Southwest of Lowell. This residential and agricultural community has a good transportation system with the MBTA Commuter Rail train making stops at many of the local towns nearby. The city is 10 miles away from I-95/route 128 and 5 miles from I-495. Some boarding areas consist of Westford, Littleton, Concord, Carlisle, Stow, Maynard, Sudbury, and Boxborough. The area has some major roadways that go through the city. Some of these roadways are Route2, Route 2A, Route 27, Route 62, Route 111, and Route 119.

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Reasons to Invest in Property in Acton

This community has blue ribbon schools for those looking for a place to school their children. There is a rich history of the area and Museums so that residents can explore and learn about the history of the city. Some longtime favorite businesses are Jones Tavern, The Faulkner House and Mills, and a Town Center. There are also sports facilities for Baseball, Softball, Soccer, and Track. For those who are interested in the environment and conservation, the city has many Natural environments. These environments include wetlands, forest, meadows, swamps, and ponds. This allows the area to have many different types of wildlife and trails for residents to explore. Buyers who would be interested in these properties would be investors, land developers, and those looking to build their own home. Vacant property can be purchased by cash which means no financing would be required. The property can also be of interest to a company looking for a place to expand. Some of these properties could even possibly be developed into a recreational area or nature center. These developments can help bring new residents and outside visitors to the area. It is a good idea to have an agent help so that you can find the property that best fits your needs at a cost that is reasonable to you. An agent can also help research the zoning and other requirements of the area so that you can ensure the property can be used for what it is you would like to develop.

Types of Development and Zoning Restrictions

1. Historical: This area is set aside for the protection of structures or areas that have historical significance to the community.
2. Rural: This is farmland and other open land such as ranches, nature centers, and parks.
3. Environmental: These areas are set aside to protect sensitive natural regions of the city.
4. Aesthetic: This is a property that has restriction requiring the structures in the area to look the same. This helps preserve the look of an area.
5. Residential: The property in this area is for individual homes, apartment complexes, and condo developments.
6. Commercial: This is set aside for the operation of retail stores, offices, restaurants, and theaters. It can also include mix-use developments which are when there is a residence above a business.
7. Industrial: This is the area a city reserves for heavy manufacturing, power plants, and other similar facilities.

It is possible to have a zone changed when your development does not exactly meet the zones requirement. In order for this to happen, you will need to get approval from the city. This process will take some time since the city has to consider granting an exception or changing the zoning in the area you wish to develop. The community will look at the development plans and determine if it will be a good fit with existing developments in the area.

Examples of Potential Property Costs

• A residential lot for a multi-family or commercial use with a sloping cleared 0.33 acres of space has the potential to sell for approximately $500,000.
• A corner lot with a gentle slope for residential use with 0.47 acres of space has the potential to sell for approximately $330,000.
• A secluded residential lot with a wooded feel of 1 acre of space has the potential to sell for approximately $360,000.

This city is a rural area which potential buyers could find a property to develop. The types of developments that this area would work for is farms, some residential developments, and some retail developments. This historic and peaceful community will make an ideal home for a new investor.

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