Boston metro, MA relocation guide
Moving to Bedford, MA
$1,300,000Median listing price
MiddlesexArea
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About Bedford
Bedford is a quiet suburban town near Hanscom Air Force Base, known for the Bedford Flag (carried at the Battle of Concord), its historic Common, and Great Meadows National Wildlife Refuge. It sits just off Route 128 with easy access to Hanscom, Route 3, and the Minuteman Bikeway.
Home prices in Bedford
The median listing price in Bedford is $1,300,000.
Top places in Bedford
- Bedford Common and the Old Town Hall.
- Great Meadows National Wildlife Refuge.
- Job Lane House (historic house museum).
- The Bedford Flag, on display at the Bedford Free Public Library.
- Minuteman Bikeway through Bedford.
Commuting from Bedford
- No in-town commuter rail; MBTA bus service and nearby Fitchburg Line stations in Concord and Lincoln.
- About 15 miles northwest of Boston; drive roughly 25-40 minutes via Routes 4/225 to Route 128.
- Minuteman Bikeway runs through town for bike commuters toward Cambridge.
Schools in Bedford
Public schools: Bedford Public Schools. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Bedford FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Bedford, MA?
The median listing price in Bedford is $1,300,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Bedford, MA?
No in-town commuter rail; MBTA bus service and nearby Fitchburg Line stations in Concord and Lincoln. - Which school district serves Bedford, MA?
Bedford is served by Bedford Public Schools. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.