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Needham

28 min to Boston
"Family-friendly without the snobbery of Wellesley"
Median Price
$1,588,333
$600/sqft
School Rating
9.1/10
Excellent
Appreciation
4%
per year
Commute
28 min
to downtown

Financing Considerations

Properties in Needham typically require jumbo financing with stricter underwriting, larger down payments (20–25%+), and higher reserve requirements.

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

✨The Vibe

Welcoming community where kids ride bikes to school

What It's Really Like

Family-friendly suburb with excellent schools, safe neighborhoods, and strong community

Best For

  • ✓Growing families
  • ✓School quality
  • ✓Suburban lifestyle
  • ✓Community involvement

Avoid If

  • ✗You want urban amenities
  • ✗You're on a tight budget
  • ✗You hate driving

🌟Highlights

🏫Top 10 schools in state
🏃Charles River trails
🎾Recreation programs everywhere
🚆Commuter rail to Boston

Insider Tips

  • 💡Needham Heights near town center
  • 💡Great value compared to Wellesley
  • 💡Strong sense of community

Demographics

Population
24,179
Median Age
44
Median Income
$264,622
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