Pepperell, MA

Pepperell sits along the New Hampshire border in northern Middlesex County, where the Nashua and Nissitissit rivers wind through quiet woodlands and rolling countryside. The town has a classic New England feel, complete with a historic center, a stately stone library, and one of the state's few functional covered bridges. It offers a relaxed pace of life with plenty of open space, scenic river views, and historic homes.

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Students attend schools in the North Middlesex Regional School District, and residents make great use of the Nashua River Rail Trail, which cuts directly through town for miles of biking, jogging, and walking. Local farm stands, neighborhood dining spots, and seasonal gatherings on the town common shape everyday community living, while errands and tax-free shopping are easily handled just minutes away in Nashua. For anyone seeking a peaceful, outdoor-focused setting close to regional job centers, Pepperell makes an appealing place to call home.