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Bedford

28 min to Boston
"Hanscom Air Force Base area with tech workers and excellent schools"
Median Price
$1,168,454
$580/sqft
School Rating
8.8/10
Great
Appreciation
4.8%
per year
Commute
28 min
to downtown

Financing Considerations

Properties in Bedford typically may qualify for high-balance conforming loans, though jumbo financing might be needed depending on exact property price.

Learn about loan thresholds, property condition impact, flood/wind insurance, and how vintage homes (common in many MA towns) affect mortgage approval.

The Vibe

Affluent suburban community near Hanscom Air Force Base with excellent schools and tech workers

What It's Really Like

Bedford is affluent suburban—excellent schools (8.8/10), Hanscom proximity, tech workers, and families who chose education over urban convenience.

Best For

  • Tech workers
  • Military families
  • School-focused families
  • Long-term investors

Avoid If

  • You want nightlife
  • You need quick Boston access
  • You prefer urban living

🌟Highlights

✈️Near Hanscom Air Force Base
🏫Excellent schools (8.8/10)
💻Tech worker community
🏡High-end suburban homes

Insider Tips

  • 💡Hanscom area has good restaurants and services
  • 💡Property values are very stable
  • 💡Great for families with school-age children

Demographics

Population
14,332
Median Age
43.1
Median Income
$203,252
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