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Hopkinton Real Estate and Area Information


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The town of Hopkinton was established in 1715.  Hopkinton is the starting point for the Boston Marathon and gains media attention each year when it is run. The town was named after Edward Hopkins, Harvard benefactor.

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Hopkinton has for nearly 300 years had a history and tradition as a caring place.  Hopkinton´s resourcefulness and spirit is shared by all its residents, who volunteer and participate in town government, and contribute generously to community projects and programs.  Commerce continues to thrive and grow in Hopkinton and it is well prepared for the 21st century.

Homes are being built or renovated in this small town, and a sense of the history is retained, even with the new construction. Residents here are extremely proud of the long history and tradition of their town and it shows in the way they have maintained the historical integrity of the downtown areas, and the older homes in the neighboring suburbs.

Choice is the name of the game here, whether it´s an old, historic home or a new condo. There are single family and multi-family homes available as well as apartments, and they are all quite affordable. So whatever your budget, you will find something to suit you!

Hopkinton, Massachusetts Official Website

Nearby parks & recreation: Hopkinton State Park, Whitehall State Park, Lake Maspenock


Wildlife: Great blue herons, spotted sandpipers, kingfishers bluebirds, otters and mink inhabit the Waseeka Wildlife Sanctuary



Population (year 2000): 13,346
Males: 6,586 (49.3%), Females: 6,760 (50.7%)

Elevation: 410 feet

County: Middlesex

Zip code: 01748

Median resident age: 36.2 years
Median household income: $89,281 (year 2000)
Median house value: $314,500 (year 2000)


Public high school in Hopkinton:
  • HOPKINTON HIGH (Students: 698; Location: 90 HAYDEN ROWE STREET; Grades: 09 - 12)

Public primary/middle schools in Hopkinton:
  • HOPKINTON MIDDLE SCHOOL (Students: 719; Location: 88 HAYDEN ROWE STREET; Grades: 06 - 08)
  • ELMWOOD (Students: 537; Location: 14 ELM STREET; Grades: 02 - 03)
  • HOPKINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (Students: 526; Location: 104 HAYDEN ROWE STREET; Grades: PK - 05)
  • CENTER (Students: 499; Location: 11 ASH STREET; Grades: KG - 01)
Library in Hopkinton:
  • HOPKINTON PUBLIC LIBRARY (Operating income: $239,261; Location: 13 MAIN STREET; 43,313 books; 2,434 audio materials; 2,525 video materials; 105 serial subscriptions)