Kerri Mulvey
| Kerri Mulvey | Moor Realty Group
Massachusetts
Canton is one of Greater Boston's most strategically positioned towns — a vibrant Norfolk County community 15 miles south of downtown that has earned a devoted following among commuters, young families, and long-term residents alike. With a population approaching 25,000 and a housing stock that blends classic New England colonials with newer construction on generous lots, Canton offers real value in a region where space and accessibility rarely coincide.
Canton's most iconic landmark is the Canton Viaduct, a 615-foot granite railroad bridge completed in 1835 that remains in active daily use nearly 190 years later. The town also takes pride in the Paul Revere Heritage Site, where the patriot built America's first copper rolling mill in 1801. Ponkapoag Pond, nestled within the Blue Hills Reservation, offers canoeing, fishing, and miles of hiking trails just minutes from residential neighborhoods.
Canton's public schools draw consistent praise, and its location at the confluence of I-93, I-95, and Route 128 makes it a rare destination where driving anywhere in Greater Boston is straightforward. Two MBTA commuter rail stations (Canton Junction and Canton Center) put South Station within easy reach. For buyers seeking an accessible, community-oriented town with deep history and a robust local economy anchored by major employers including the global headquarters of Dunkin', Canton delivers on every front.
The median property value in Canton is approximately $770,382. The market includes colonial and garrison-style homes on quiet cul-de-sacs, newer construction in planned neighborhoods, and historic properties near the town center.
Canton is approximately 15 miles south of downtown Boston. The MBTA Providence/Stoughton commuter rail line serves two Canton stations — Canton Junction and Canton Center — with trains running directly into South Station in under 40 minutes.
The residential property tax rate in Canton is $9.89 per $1,000 of assessed value for FY2025. On a home assessed at the median value of $770,382, that's approximately $7,619 per year.
Canton is known for the iconic Canton Viaduct (1835), still carrying Amtrak and MBTA trains daily, and as home to the global headquarters of Dunkin'. The town also hosts the Paul Revere Heritage Site and Ponkapoag Pond within the Blue Hills Reservation.
Canton has a population of approximately 24,370 (2020 Census). The median age is 42.8 years and the median household income is $128,341.
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