Welcome to Dedham
Massachusetts
Living in Dedham
Dedham is a hidden gem and a commuter's dream! Discover this English style village on the Charles River inside Route 95, geographically convenient to everything in Metropolitan Boston. Those finding the pinch of price and space are discovering great values and rich diversity in Dedham. There are seven distinct neighborhoods each with their own charm, darling bungalows or capes, classic colonials, or private estates with acres of land. It is a wonderful place to live with a strong sense of history and a rock solid community. You actually know your neighbors and you care about each other.
The historic center offers boutique shopping, an independently owned cinema, restaurants, coffee shops, and yoga studios. Motherbrook Arts and Community Center offers art shows, film series, and music and art lessons. The serene trails of the 200+ acre Wilson Mountain and Witcomb Woods offer ideal outdoor recreation, as do numerous boating launch sites along the Charles River. Civic organizations like the Dedham Historic Society, Dedham Square Circle, and the greenhouse at the Endicott Estate round out a vibrant community calendar.
The commute to Boston is a breeze with easy access to five commuter rail stations, 15 minutes to Back Bay and 22 minutes to South Station. Amtrak Acela service to Providence, NYC, and Washington DC is minutes away. Excellent private and parochial schools, Legacy Place, and University Station are also nearby.
Dedham by the Numbers
Population
25,109
Median Age
43.5
Median Household Income
$128,955
Median Property Value
$661,800
School District Ranking (MA)
#74 — Grade B+
Public School Students
2,699
Student-to-Teacher Ratio
11:1
High School Ranking (MA)
#100 Best Public HS
Property Tax Rate
$13.35 per $1,000
Dedham FAQ
What is the median home price in Dedham, MA?
The median property value in Dedham is approximately $661,800. The housing stock ranges from bungalows and capes to classic colonials and private estates on acres of land, spread across seven distinct neighborhoods.
How far is Dedham from Boston?
Dedham sits just southwest of Boston in Norfolk County. Five commuter rail stations serve the town, putting Back Bay about 15 minutes away and South Station about 22 minutes. Amtrak Acela service to Providence, New York and Washington DC is minutes away.
What are the property taxes in Dedham, MA?
The residential property tax rate in Dedham is $13.35 per $1,000 of assessed value. On a home assessed at the median value of $661,800, that’s approximately $8,835 per year.
What is Dedham known for?
Dedham is known for its historic center, with boutique shopping, an independently owned cinema, restaurants and coffee shops. The town is also home to the Motherbrook Arts and Community Center, the 200 plus acre Wilson Mountain and Witcomb Woods reservations, and the shopping at Legacy Place and University Station.
What is the population of Dedham, MA?
Dedham has a population of approximately 25,109. The median age is 43.5 and the median household income is $128,955. The school district ranks #74 in Massachusetts with a student to teacher ratio of 11:1.
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