When it comes to real estate, you've heard it a hundred times: location, location, location.
But what does that actually mean for buyers looking north of Boston?
How do you know where to start?
How do you choose which towns to explore—when your wish list is long, inventory is tight, and home prices vary wildly depending on where you land?
We get that question all the time.
And the answer is: start with what matters most to you.
🎯 You Probably Can’t Have Everything—So What’s Most Important?
Let’s be honest: most buyers can’t check every box on their dream list.
So the real question becomes:
What’s non-negotiable? And what are you willing to compromise on?
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Is proximity to Boston a must—or are you okay with a longer drive if it means more space and a lower price?
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Are you looking for beaches and coastal charm—or do the lakes, woods, and peace of a rural town sound better?
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How far are you willing to be from a highway, restaurants, or retail?
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Do school rankings matter most—or are you more focused on community feel?
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Do you want an artsy downtown, a sports-driven town, or a place with both?
There are hundreds of little factors that give each town its unique personality.
And navigating those choices? That’s where we come in.
📘 Get the Guide: 21 Places to Live North of Boston: A Smart Buyer’s Guide
To help make the process easier, we created a free downloadable resource:
✅ The 21 most searched towns and cities across the North Shore, Merrimack Valley, and Southern New Hampshire
✅ Quick-reference stats: average home price, school ratings, proximity to Boston, dining scene, and more
✅ Designed to help you prioritize what matters—and start narrowing down where to focus your search
💡 Thinking About Moving North of Boston?
You don’t need to do it alone. We’ve been helping buyers sort through these decisions for over 40 years, and we know the personality of every neighborhood, school district, and side street north of the city.
👉 Drop your email below and we’ll send you the guide instantly.
It’s the smartest first step you can take toward buying in the right place—with the right plan.
