Hanson, MA Real Estate: A Local Guide

Hanson at a glance

A short history

Hanson was the West Parish of Pembroke and was incorporated on February 22, 1820, named for Alexander Contee Hanson, a Maryland publisher and United States senator. Cranberry growing became a major business, and Ocean Spray was based in Hanson before moving to Plymouth in 1977.

Getting around

Hanson station on the MBTA Kingston Line serves the town, and Routes 14, 27 and 58 cross it. Check mbta.com for current schedules and parking.

Parks and open space

The Burrage Pond Wildlife Management Area, former cranberry bogs on the Halifax line, is open for walking. Camp Kiwanee is a town-owned park on Maquan Pond.

Records to check for a Hanson property

• The assessor’s record and current tax bill from the Town of Hanson; compare the assessed value, rate and any exemptions.
• Septic records and any wetland or bog restrictions on the lot.
• Permits for additions, finished basements and decks from the building department.
• The Hanson school district profile on the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education site, if schools matter to your decision.

Massachusetts requirements for every sale

Homes built before 1978 need the state lead paint notification. Every sale needs a smoke and carbon monoxide compliance certificate from the local fire department. Homes not on public sewer generally need a Title 5 septic inspection.

This guide covers places, history and public records. Under fair housing law it does not describe neighborhoods by who lives in them. Confirm facts with the Town of Hanson and the agencies named before relying on them.

Sources: Hanson, Massachusetts; History of Hanson.