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Danvers is a quiet residential community of rolling hills and pine forests, yet it is also close to major highways and shopping centers.  Education is of prime importance and the town provides a scholarship fund, comprehensive summer school and adult education programs.Danvers' attractive neighbo...

Boxford is a scenic and open residential community with limited commercial development and a minimum lot size of two acres.  The rural, uncrowded atmosphere that characterizes this community is enhanced by a 200-acre wooded recreation area, providing a number of scenic trails for horseback riding...

Home of the oldest county fair in the nation, the Town of Topsfield is known for its beautiful homes and a distinguised New England town square.  Although the community is relatively compact, it claims some of the highest elevations in the county and encompasses an area of rolling hills and windi...

Also known as Manchester-by-the-Sea, Manchester blends spectacular waterfront properties and mansions with colonials and contemporay homes.  The lovely town center and beautiful Singing Beach have retained their original charm.  Considered to be one of the most prestigious towns on the North Shor...

Known for the purity of its light and breathtaking natural beauty, Gloucester has long attracted internationally known painters and scuptors, along with premier cultural organizations.  The picturesque harbor that inspires artists also houses one of the top fishing ports in the northeast.  This C...

Set on the River for which it was named, Ipswich offers canoeing, swimming and shellfishing along its banks.  A close-knit community, Ipswich offers the advantages of a fine school system, ample facilities for leisure time (including many fine restaurants), and an easy commute into Boston by trai...

Settled in the 1600s, Wenham has managed to preserve much of its rural scenery and historic character.  Open vistas abound, from farmland and woodlands to lovely lakes and winding country roads.  Residents are justly proud of their regional school system as well as 300 acres of pristine parks and...

Distinguished as a spacious bedroom community dotted by large estates and open space, Hamilton is the former home of the U.S. Equestrian Team and also home to the Myopia Hunt Club which hosts public polo matches on Sundays during the summer.  Rolling fields, old stone walls, bridle paths and ridi...

Originally a large seaport, Beverly is now a summer haven for sailors and swimmers alike.  Beautiful beaches, a picturesque harbor and offshore islands for hiking and picnicking make this a desirable seaside community.Homes in Beverly range from modest frame homes in well-established neighborhood...

When it's time to sell your home, you may be temped to sell without the services of a professional real estate agent. After all, you know a lot of people, don't you? And the best source of buyers might be people you already know. So start by making a list. Write down the names of people you know ...