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Holliston, MA Real Estate Market Analysis 2025: MetroWest's Quiet Value Champion

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•November 15, 2025
THE BOTTOM LINE

Holliston's single-family market (3+ BR, 2+ BA) shows $763K median—$387K less than Hopkinton's $1.15M. Strong schools (7.8/10), very safe (0.3 violent crimes per 1,000), and small-town character make this MetroWest's value champion for families who don't need #1 rankings but want quality education and authentic community.

WHO NEEDS THIS

Value-focused families seeking good schools without premium pricing, MetroWest professionals working Route 495 corridor, buyers wanting small-town character and conservation land access, families comfortable with 7-8/10 schools vs. elite 9-10/10 districts.

KEY INSIGHTS
  • •Median $763K (single-family 3+BR/2+BA) vs. Hopkinton's $1.15M—$387K savings for similar lifestyle
  • •7.8/10 school rating—strong performance, SAT 1209/ACT 28, solid college outcomes
  • •Very Safe: 0.3 violent crimes per 1,000 residents (2024 FBI data)—among safest in MetroWest
  • •6.2% 3-year CAGR (2022-2025)—outperforming Hopkinton's 2.75% appreciation
  • •54.9% of homes are 4BR—optimal configuration at $895K median with best $/SF efficiency
  • •2,600-3,000 SF sweet spot offers $308/SF efficiency—27% better than under-1,800 SF homes
  • •42-minute commute to Boston, 15-25 min to Route 495 corridor—manageable for hybrid workers
DO THIS NEXT

If you value good schools and small-town character but don't need #1 rankings, Holliston offers 80-90% of Hopkinton's lifestyle at 66% of cost. Target 4BR homes in $750K-$950K range, 2,600-3,000 SF for optimal efficiency. Compare to Hopkinton ($1.15M) and Franklin ($675K) to validate value proposition.

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