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From
$554,000
in
Plymouth, MA
Home Type:
Townhomes
Community Type:
Amenities/Resort
2-3
beds
2-3
baths
1,671-2,543
sq. ft.
2-3
garage
Towhome condominums for all ages, set against 75 acres of protected conservation land with walking trails, a pool and poolhouse, outdoor kitchen, fire pit, community gardens, a tot lot, and half-court basketball. Seven floor plans from 1,671 to 2,648 sq ft with attached garages, in-unit laundry, and one-floor living options including a plan with the primary suite, kitchen, and laundry all on the main floor. The HOA handles exterior maintenance, snow removal, and groundskeeping. Plymouth Public Schools. Downtown waterfront dining under 10 minutes. Boston and the Cape via Route 3.
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From
$439,000
in
Halifax, MA
Home Type:
Condos
Community Type:
Active-Adult
1-2
beds
1-2
baths
1,027-1,596 SF
sq. ft.
1-2
garage
A 55+ active adult condominium community in Halifax — 102 single-level homes inside elevator-served buildings with private balconies or patios and in-unit laundry. Featherwinds shares its grounds with a town-operated senior center staffed through the Halifax Council on Aging and four Thorndike-built pickleball courts. Resort-style pool, poolhouse, outdoor kitchen, firepit, Victory Gardens raised beds, a dedicated dog park, and walking paths — adjacent to the Country Club of Halifax's 18-hole golf course. Forty-plus years of homebuilding. Six active adult communities. The builder that defined 55+ living in New England.

From
$559,000
in
Raynham, MA
Home Type:
Townhomes
Community Type:
Master Planned
2-3
beds
2-3
baths
1,671 - 2,830 SF
sq. ft.
2-3
garage
Riverside new construction in Raynham — 152 single-family attached townhomes for all ages, set along the Taunton River with a kayak launch, walking trails, neighborhood parks, raised-bed gardens, a tot lot, and half-court basketball. Six floor plans include single-level living options and Larkwood’s signature ground-level flex rooms — space for a home office, guest suite, extra bedroom, or whatever life calls for next. Located in the Bridgewater-Raynham Regional School District, with Routes 24 and I-495 less than ten minutes away. Country life meets modern convenience.

FUTURE COMMUNITY IN
Nashua, NH
Home Type:
Condos
Community Type:
Master Planned
Mohawk Tannery is a landmark remediation and riverfront redevelopment in Nashua—advancing through a public-private partnership with the EPA and NH DES. The 40-acre plan includes 546 new homes (316 condos + 230 apartments) and new public amenities including parks, riverwalk access, and riverfront recreation.

Alden's Reach
in
Plymouth, MA
Beds:
2-3
Baths:
2-3
Size:
1,671-2,543

Featherwinds
in
Halifax, MA
Beds:
1-2
Baths:
1-2
Size:
1,027-1,596 SF

Larkwood
in
Raynham, MA
Beds:
2-3
Baths:
2-3
Size:
1,671 - 2,830 SF
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Finding new construction under $600,000 in Massachusetts is one of the hardest searches in the state’s real estate market. High land costs, labor expenses, permitting complexity, and relentless demand have pushed new construction pricing upward across virtually every region. Inside Route 128, $600,000 does not buy new construction at any quality level. Along the I-495 corridor, options exist but are sparse. On the South Shore, the sub-$600K new construction market is thin—unless you know where to look.
Thorndike Development currently offers multiple homes under $600,000 across two communities, with a third community starting just above that threshold. All include premium finishes, professional interior design services, community amenities, and the construction quality of a builder with more than 3,500 homes and 45 awards behind it.
Every home at Featherwinds falls under $600,000. This 55+ elevator condo community offers homes from 1,027 to 1,596 sq ft with one to two bedrooms, priced from $439,000 to $589,000. The entry point—$439,000 for a new construction elevator condo with quartz countertops, stainless appliances, hardwood flooring, and professional design services—is one of the most compelling values in the Massachusetts new construction market.
Amenities include a pool and four-season poolhouse, four pickleball courts, community garden, dog park, central green, and a new Halifax Senior Center under construction on site.
Two plans at Alden’s Reach start under $600,000:
The Hickory — $569,000. 2 beds + den, 2 baths, 1,671 sq ft. A detached, one-floor home with a garage and private patio. For under $600K, you get a standalone house (not a shared-wall condo) in a community with a pool, poolhouse, and conservation trails in Plymouth.
The Pine — $589,000. 2 beds + den, 2.5 baths, 2,648 sq ft. An expansive one-level home that is larger than many custom builds costing $200,000 more.
Larkwood’s entry plan starts just under $600K:
The Hickory — $584,000. 2 beds, 2 baths, 1,671 sq ft. A ground-floor single-level townhome with a garage, private patio, and direct interior access. The Gold PRISM Award-winning community includes a kayak launch on the Taunton River, walking trails, a community garden, and landscaped courtyards.
To appreciate the value, consider what $600,000 buys in the existing home market on the South Shore. In most towns, it buys a home built 20 to 40 years ago that likely needs $50,000 to $150,000 in updates: a new kitchen, bathroom renovations, window replacement, and HVAC upgrades. The total cost of ownership after renovations: $650,000 to $750,000—for a home with no community amenities, no professional design, and no builder’s warranty.
At Thorndike, $569,000 to $589,000 buys a brand-new home with everything included: modern systems under warranty, quartz or granite countertops, stainless appliances, hardwood flooring, professional interior design, a garage, private outdoor space, and access to pools, trails, or gardens. The math favors new construction—especially when you factor in maintenance savings and energy efficiency over the first decade of ownership.
Building a quality home in Massachusetts for under $600,000 requires a builder who owns land at a reasonable basis, has long-standing relationships with subcontractors and suppliers, manages construction in-house (no developer markups layered on top of builder markups), and designs communities at a scale that distributes infrastructure costs efficiently. Thorndike’s 40-year history of acquiring and developing land across the South Shore, combined with its fully integrated in-house model, is what makes these price points possible without sacrificing quality. Earlier communities like the 116-home Greatbrook in Norton and Red Mill Village—named Best Active Adult Community in the Nation by the NAHB—were built on the same model of in-house efficiency and quality.
Yes. Featherwinds in Halifax starts from $439,000 for a one-bedroom elevator condo (1,027 sq ft, 55+). Several Featherwinds floor plans fall between $439,000 and $500,000.
All Thorndike homes include quartz or granite countertops, stainless steel appliances (GE, Bosch, or Thermador), hardwood flooring in main living areas, handset tile backsplashes, professionally designed cabinetry, private outdoor space, and the services of an in-house interior designer. At Larkwood and Alden’s Reach, a garage is included.
Thorndike’s base specification is already above what many builders consider “upgraded.” That said, the options program offers fireplaces, custom closets, expanded millwork, premium tile, and other enhancements. A practical budget: 5% to 15% above the base price for typical personalizations.
New construction pricing is set by the builder based on plan, home site, and market conditions. The prices reflect the value of new systems, warranty coverage, design services, and community amenities—all included rather than added on.
Visit the sales center at the community that interests you. Get pre-approved for a mortgage so you know your budget. And bring your questions—the sales teams are there to help you understand the full cost picture, from base price through closing.
New construction under $600,000 in Massachusetts is rare, but it exists—at Thorndike Development’s communities in Halifax, Plymouth, and Raynham. From $439,000 elevator condos to $569,000 detached one-floor homes, these are not stripped-down starter homes; they are premium-finish residences with professional design, community amenities, and the quality of a 45-award-winning builder. The value is real. See it for yourself.
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