Harvard Real Estate Resource by REALTORS Lori Wood, GRI & Carol Oman

HARVARD TOWN OVERVIEW

Harvard is a beautiful example of an unspoiled farming and summer community. Primarily an apple growing town, it boasts many fine orchards. High elevations provide dramatic views of Boston to the east and mountains to the north and west. The charming center Common, surrounded by lovely older homes is the setting for many festivals and events throughout the year. Marked trails weave through the hundreds of acres of town-owned conservation land and recreation is further enhanced by year-round activities on Bare Hill Pond - the largest lake in the area. History abounds at the magnificent Fruitlands Museums and the beautifully preserved Shaker Village. The new elementary school completed in 1991 is indicative of the influx of young families and their emphasis on education. Strict, effective zoning ensures the continuation of Harvard's rare aesthetic beauty.

STATISTICAL
Area - 26.3 square miles
Population - 6,450
Government - Open Town Meeting
County - Worcester
Established - 1732

SCHOOLS
Harvard Elementary (K-6)
Junior & Senior High
Private Catholic in Still River
2 Preschools

MEDICAL FACILITIES
Hospital, Ayer
Emerson Hospital, Concord

CLUBS
Garden Club
Harvard Athletic Association
Harvard Conservation Trust
Harvard Historical Society
Harvard School Trust
Sixty Plus
Woman's Club

ZONING
Minimum 1.5 acres

UTILITIES
Massachusetts Electric
Boston Gas
United Video Cable vision
Private wells and septic systems
Town water in Center

RECREATIONAL FACILITIES
Tennis courts, soccer and ball fields Conservation trails Bare Hill Pond

PLACES OF WORSHIP
2 Catholic
1 Unitarian
1 Congregational
1 Anglican

DISTANCES
32 miles to Boston
22 miles to Worcester

TRANSPORTATION
Train to Boston from Ayer, Littleton, or Acton.

(800) 607-3303 Office
(978) 502-7887 Cell
carol.oman@verizon.net

Coldwell Banker
Residential Brokerage
Wetherbee Plaza
97 Great Rd.
Acton, MA 01720
(800) 607-3303 Office
(978) 264-4831 Fax