Valuation of Real Estate in the Town of Acton November 2, 1850 is a historical document that provides a comprehensive and detailed assessment of real estate holdings in Acton, Massachusetts, as of the mid-19th century. Compiled by the town's assessors, this book meticulously lists the names of property owners, the location and description of their land and buildings, and the assessed value of each parcel. It offers a fascinating snapshot of the town's economic and social landscape in 1850, reflecting the distribution of wealth, land use, and the structure of the local community during a period of significant growth and change in New England. The document is organized by individual property owners, with each entry detailing the acreage, type of property (such as houses, barns, mills, and farmland), and the corresponding monetary valuation. It also includes information on non-resident landowners, providing insight into patterns of absentee ownership and investment in the area. The book serves as an invaluable resource for historians, genealogists, and anyone interested in the development of Acton, offering clues about family histories, land inheritance, and the evolution of the town's built environment. Beyond its practical function as a tax record, the Valuation of Real Estate in the Town of Acton November 2, 1850 captures the character of a rural New England community on the cusp of modernization. It reveals the importance of agriculture, the presence of early industry, and the beginnings of suburbanization. The document is a testament to the meticulous record-keeping of the era and provides a foundation for understanding the economic and social history of Acton and similar towns throughout Massachusetts.