Moving to Needham, MA

About Needham

Needham is a suburb of about 32,000 west of Boston, home to Olin College and four commuter-rail stations. It pairs a lively town center with corporate campuses along Route 128 and housing from starter capes to luxury new construction.

Home prices in Needham

The median listing price in Needham is $1,787,250.

Top places in Needham

• Needham Center — town hall and village shops (shown in the Commons photo).
• Ridge Hill Reservation — trails and overlooks (shown in the Commons photo).
• Volante Farms — beloved family farm stand (shown in the Commons photo).
• Needham High School (shown in the Commons photo).
• Cutler Park — Charles River wetlands and trails.

Commuting from Needham

• MBTA Commuter Rail Needham Line — four in-town stations: Needham Heights, Needham Center, Needham Junction, and Hersey, to South Station (per Wikipedia, read September 24, 2026).
• Typical trip to South Station: approximately 35–45 minutes (approximate).
• Approximate drive to downtown Boston: ~25–35 minutes via I-95/Route 128 and the Mass Pike (longer at rush hour).

Schools in Needham

Public schools: Needham 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.

Needham FAQs

• What is the housing market like in Needham, MA?
  The median listing price in Needham is $1,787,250. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026
• How is the commute from Needham, MA?
  MBTA Commuter Rail Needham Line — four in-town stations: Needham Heights, Needham Center, Needham Junction, and Hersey, to South Station (per Wikipedia, read September 24, 2026).
• Which school district serves Needham, MA?
  Needham is served by Needham 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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