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Rehoboth

65 min to Boston
"Where Massachusetts still feels like farmland"
Median Price
$889,000
$312/sqft
School Rating
7.5/10
Good
Appreciation
3%
per year
Commute
65 min
to downtown

Financing Considerations

Properties in Rehoboth 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

Rural town with agricultural heritage, expansive lots, and that vanishing Massachusetts countryside feeling—if you can handle being far from everything

What It's Really Like

Rehoboth is where you go when you want to feel like you've left the Boston metro area entirely. This is one of Massachusetts' oldest towns (founded 1643) with genuine agricultural character—think horse farms, conservation land, and 3,100+ sf homes on multi-acre lots. Dighton-Rehoboth Regional Schools are solid (7.5/10), but you're 65+ min from Boston with no MBTA. If your dream is space, privacy, and rural New England living, Rehoboth delivers at $889K median. If you need urban access, this is too far.

Best For

  • ✓People who prioritize land, privacy, and rural character
  • ✓Families who want space and good (not elite) schools
  • ✓Those seeking equestrian properties or hobby farms
  • ✓Reverse commuters to Providence or South Coast

Avoid If

  • ✗You need short commutes to Boston (65+ min is real)
  • ✗You want walkability, restaurants, or nightlife
  • ✗You need MBTA access (no direct transit)
  • ✗You prioritize diversity or cultural amenities

🌟Highlights

🌾One of MA's oldest towns (1643) with preserved farmland
🏡Avg 3,169sf homes on expansive lots (many 1+ acres)
🐴Popular for equestrian properties and hobby farms
💰$889K median for substantial space
📚Dighton-Rehoboth Regional Schools (7.5/10)—solid academics
🏛️Carpenter Museum showcases colonial history

Insider Tips

  • 💡No MBTA access—commute requires driving to Attleboro or Providence stations
  • 💡Dighton-Rehoboth Regional serves both towns (check school assignments)
  • 💡Town has large equestrian community with many horse properties
  • 💡Property taxes ~$12-13 per $1K (moderate for rural MA)
  • 💡Closest shopping is Swansea Mall or South Attleboro
  • 💡Check well water and septic—many properties are off municipal systems
  • 💡Town is 95% white—very limited diversity
  • 💡Rehoboth Harvest Block Party (fall) is main community event
  • 💡Anawan Farm offers apple picking and seasonal activities
  • 💡This is rural living—expect wildlife, no sidewalks, and long driveways
  • 💡Good for Providence commuters or those working South Coast
  • 💡Not for anyone who needs Boston access or urban amenities

Demographics

Population
12,400
Median Age
45
Median Income
$108,000

Religious Community

Places of Worship
1
Churches
1
Historical Context: Oldest establishment dates to 1721• 1 established before 1900
Data Source: MassGIS 2025 (Updated 2025-02-03)
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