Median Price
$729,000
$414/sqft
Schools
7.8/10
Good
Appreciation
3.4/10
Growth Potential
Commute
32 min
to Boston
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Price Range
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What Drives Prices in Canton
Full breakdownDecomposition of the $729,000 median price into its underlying components.
Land Value$106,978 (15%)
Structure & Quality$427,911 (59%)
School Premium$96,280 (13%)
Access & Commute Premium$63,117 (9%)
Prestige & Stability Premium$34,714 (5%)
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School Value Score
1070
Overall Value Score
The Canton Vibe
Solid South Shore suburban town with good schools, family-friendly neighborhoods, and convenient Route 93/95 access. No pretense, just good schools and comfortable living.
Canton is the South Shore's comfortable middle—good schools, reasonable prices, easy highway access. It's where practical families go when they value education and space.
Highlights
🏫 Strong schools (8.0/10 rating)
🚗 Easy Route 93 and Route 95 access
🏡 Spacious lots and family-sized homes
💰 Better value than Milton/Dedham
Who It's For
✓ Great for
- •Families prioritizing schools and value
- •South Shore commuters
- •Those seeking suburban ease without luxury prices
- •Buyers wanting yard space
⚠ Consider elsewhere if
- •You need quick Boston access (30+ min)
- •You want waterfront or coastal access
- •You prefer historic or walkable downtowns
Demographics
Population24,300
Median Age42
Median Household Income$138,000
Work from Home19.7%
Professional Sector62.6%
Insider Tips
- 1.Blue Hills reservation borders town—great hiking
- 2.Split between Canton and Dedham districts for some areas
- 3.Route 93 commute is manageable off-peak