Massachusetts Real Estate & Relocation Guide

Monson, Massachusetts

Population: 8,359

Located in Hampden County

Located in the heart of the Quagboag Valley, Monson is rich in natural and cultural assets. From its rural rots, Monson has grown into a small city with many wonderful amenities to offer residents if all ages, and abilities.

New housing is available in Monson, and offers affordable, excellent houses ranging in size from 1,500 to over 3,000 square feet. There are also those antique, historic homes that have been restored and are wonderful reminder of this lovely town's roots. 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!

With so much open space available, Monson is an ideal setting for outdoor recreation. From skiing in the winter, to playing on the shores of the nearby lakes in the summer, Monson has an activity sure to please every member of the family.

There are many trails, and nature preserves in this area; beauty surrounds you no matter where you go, or what season you are in. There is always an activity to keep you happy and busy, whether it is hitting a golf ball on the links, or playing ball in summer with the kids on the baseball diamond, somewhere someone is doing something.

Holyoke, which is located only a few miles northwest of Monson, is the second largest employment center in the Valley, importing thousands of workers daily for jobs in its large manufacturing sector, its retail center, and the hundreds of service businesses that thrive within its borders.

Paper converting industries make up the largest share of Holyoke's manufacturing base. Holyoke Mall at Ingleside, the second largest indoor mall in New England, provides the most retail jobs. The entire service industry, including jobs in the hospitality sector, is growing, as well, creating a balance in the economy that makes Holyoke an ideal community in which to work.

With Holyoke so close by, as well as Springfield, Holbrook finds itself in the enviable position of truly being able to give its residents a rural lifestyle, while still being close to the more urban areas of Massachusetts.