Raynham Apartments and Rentals

Raynham, Mass.' small-town charm will attract just about anyone. The historical neighborhood is located approximately 32 miles south of Boston and about 22 miles northeast of Providence, RI. With about 11,000 residents living in the area, it is guaranteed that people moving here will get a sense of the tightly knit community.

People searching for Raynham apartments for rent will love the Cape Cod atmosphere that this unique spot has to offer.

After traveling to the area in 1637, English settler Elizabeth Poole and her brother William acquired a large section of the land that had been purchased from the Wampanoag Native tribe. After the Pooles received the land, they began building properties. Originally considered to be a part of Taunton, Mass., the name changed after it became an incorporated town in 1731.

By 1652, people living in the area found a bog iron, which led to the development of Taunton Iron Works. Over the years, the city became well-known for its iron production, which eventually led to other establishments forming in nearby colonies. Although this was a major part of Raynham's success, to this day, it has been most known for its rural and agrarian base.

This tight-knit community offers a wide range of outdoor activities for those interested in hiking or fishing along the lakes surrounding the town. Within the lakes, residents can find an abundance of fish such as bullhead, largemouth bass, yellow perch, northern pikes and bluegills. During the winters, residents can enjoy some of the unique eateries and shops throughout the town, just relax at one of the movie theaters or enjoy a New England Patriots professional football game.

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