In recent weeks, several homes were sold, including a mega-mansion at 8 Queen Anne Rd for $3.795 million. Notable transactions include properties at 35 Smith Rd and 48 Ash St, selling for $1.715 million and $1.650 million respectively. Other sales occurred at 33 Apple Tree Hill Rd, 63 Weston Ln, 18 Forest Ln, 97 Hayden Rowe St, and 220 Wood St, with prices ranging from $430,000 to $1,265,000. These homes varied in features and were represented by different real estate agencies.
Recent real estate transactions have seen robust activity, with properties selling for high values. Notably, 28 Whalen Rd topped the list, fetching $1.842 million, followed closely by 25 Whalen Rd at $1.826 million. Additionally, 9 Wayside Dr and 52 Weston Ln sold for $1 million and $884,000 respectively, highlighting a vibrant market. The sales involved notable realty agents and both corporate and individual buyers and sellers.
Hopkinton's upcoming election will significantly impact its Select Board with the voting in of two new members followed by a restructuring to elect a new chairperson and vice-chair. While every member holds equal voting power, the chair bears more responsibilities, including agenda setting with the Town Manager and generally serving as the board's spokesperson. Current Vice Chair Shahidul Mannan seeks the chairmanship, supported largely by party loyalists. Outcomes heavily depend on election results, with different scenarios predicting either Mannan or former chair Bryan Herr could prevail, influenced by the loyalties and previous actions of the board members.