Living in Dedham, Massachusetts
Dedham, settled in 1635, is the seat of Norfolk County and one of the most history-rich towns in Greater Boston. It holds the Fairbanks House, the oldest surviving timber-frame house in North America, built around 1637, and Mother Brook, dug in 1639 and considered the first man-made canal in America, still linking the Charles River to the Neponset. The Charles River wraps much of the town's northern and eastern edges, and the 215-acre Wilson Mountain Reservation — the largest open space in town — offers trails and a skyline view. Dedham is also home to Legacy Place, a large open-air shopping and dining center that opened in 2009 near the Route 128 interchange. Interstate 95/Route 128, U.S. Route 1, and Route 109 all cross the town, and two MBTA Franklin Line stations — Dedham Corporate Center and Endicott — plus bus service to Forest Hills put downtown Boston roughly ten miles northeast. If you're thinking about buying or selling in Dedham, I'd be glad to help — in English or Spanish.
Dedham Neighborhoods
Dedham is a town of distinct neighborhoods. Dedham Square is the historic downtown, home to the county courthouse; Oakdale is one of the most populous sections with its own square; and East Dedham grew up around the Mother Brook mills. Riverdale, nearly wrapped by the Charles, is known locally as "the island," while Precinct One holds some of the town's oldest 1700s homes and Greenlodge is a largely mid-century, wooded section. Housing spans colonial-era houses, mill-village homes, and postwar subdivisions.
Property Taxes in Dedham
Property tax rates in Dedham are set each year by the local assessors and applied per $1,000 of assessed value. Massachusetts communities can treat residential and commercial property differently, and exemptions may apply, so the most reliable way to confirm the current rate for a specific property is to check with the Dedham assessor or the tax record on the listing.
Dedham, MA Real Estate FAQs
What are the neighborhoods in Dedham, MA?
Dedham is a town of distinct neighborhoods. Dedham Square is the historic downtown, home to the county courthouse; Oakdale is one of the most populous sections with its own square; and East Dedham grew up around the Mother Brook mills. Riverdale, nearly wrapped by the Charles, is known locally as "the island," while Precinct One holds some of the town's oldest 1700s homes and Greenlodge is a largely mid-century, wooded section. Housing spans colonial-era houses, mill-village homes, and postwar subdivisions.
What is Dedham, MA known for?
Dedham, settled in 1635, is the seat of Norfolk County and one of the most history-rich towns in Greater Boston. It holds the Fairbanks House, the oldest surviving timber-frame house in North America, built around 1637, and Mother Brook, dug in 1639 and considered the first man-made canal in America, still linking the Charles River to the Neponset. The Charles River wraps much of the town's northern and eastern edges, and the 215-acre Wilson Mountain Reservation — the largest open space in town — offers trails and a skyline view. Dedham is also home to Legacy Place, a large open-air shopping and dining center that opened in 2009 near the Route 128 interchange. Interstate 95/Route 128, U.S. Route 1, and Route 109 all cross the town, and two MBTA Franklin Line stations — Dedham Corporate Center and Endicott — plus bus service to Forest Hills put downtown Boston roughly ten miles northeast.
What types of homes are in Dedham, MA?
Dedham offers Victorians and colonials near the square, capes and mid-century homes, newer construction, and condominiums throughout.
How far is Dedham, MA from Boston?
Dedham sits about 10 miles southwest of Boston, served by MBTA commuter rail and quick access to I-95 and Route 128.
Who is the best real estate agent in Dedham, MA?
Alexander Parmenidez is a Broker Associate with Coldwell Banker Realty who helps buyers and sellers in Dedham and the surrounding towns, working in both English and Spanish. Call or text 401-426-4857.
Buying or Selling in Dedham
Whether you are buying your first home in Dedham or selling and planning your next move, local market knowledge makes the difference. Alexander Parmenidez works with buyers and sellers across Dedham and the surrounding towns in both English and Spanish. Call or text 401-426-4857 to talk through your goals.
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