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Moving to Canton, MA
$659,900Median listing price
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About Canton
Canton is a town of about 24,000 at the junction of I-93, I-95 and Route 128 — a commuter sweet spot with a walkable village center, the Blue Hills on its doorstep. Housing ranges from historic homes near Canton Corner to newer subdivisions.
Home prices in Canton
The median listing price in Canton is $659,900.
Top places in Canton
- Canton Corner Historic District — colonial-era homes along Pleasant Street (shown in the Commons photo).
- Blue Hills Reservation — hiking Great Blue Hill and Little Blue Hill (shown in the Commons photo).
- Reservoir Pond — fishing and walking on Pleasant Street (shown in the Commons photo).
- Canton Junction and the village center shops.
- Blue Hills Ski Area — winter skiing minutes away.
Commuting from Canton
- MBTA Commuter Rail Providence/Stoughton Line at Canton Junction and Canton Center to South Station, roughly 30–40 minutes (approximate).
- Approximate drive to downtown Boston: ~25–35 minutes via I-93/I-95 (longer at rush hour).
Schools in Canton
Public schools: Canton 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.
Canton FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Canton, MA?
The median listing price in Canton is $659,900. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Canton, MA?
MBTA Commuter Rail Providence/Stoughton Line at Canton Junction and Canton Center to South Station, roughly 30–40 minutes (approximate). - Which school district serves Canton, MA?
Canton is served by Canton 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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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.