Moving to Bellingham, MA

About Bellingham

Bellingham is a suburban town of about 17,000 at the southwestern corner of Norfolk County, straddling the Rhode Island line. It mixes quiet residential neighborhoods with busy Route 126 commercial strips, and remains one of the more affordable family towns inside the Boston metro.

Home prices in Bellingham

The median listing price in Bellingham is $550,000.

Top places in Bellingham

• Bellingham Town Common — historic green at the town center (shown in the Commons photo).
• Bellingham Public Library — modern town library (shown in the Commons photo).
• Bellingham Town Hall — historic municipal building (shown in the Commons photo).
• Silver Lake and North Bellingham neighborhoods.
• Nearby Milford's retail and the Upper Charles Trail.

Commuting from Bellingham

• No commuter rail in town; the closest MBTA Commuter Rail service is at Forge Park/495 in Franklin or stations in Franklin and Milford (approximate).
• GATRA bus service connects parts of town (approximate).
• Approximate drive to downtown Boston: ~40–55 minutes via I-495 and I-95/Route 128 (longer at rush hour).

Schools in Bellingham

Public schools: Bellingham 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.

Bellingham FAQs

• What is the housing market like in Bellingham, MA?
  The median listing price in Bellingham is $550,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026
• How is the commute from Bellingham, MA?
  No commuter rail in town; the closest MBTA Commuter Rail service is at Forge Park/495 in Franklin or stations in Franklin and Milford (approximate).
• Which school district serves Bellingham, MA?
  Bellingham is served by Bellingham Public Schools. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.

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