The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 02027 sells for about $717,000, or $431 per square foot.
Prices are down 7.77% from a year ago, which gives buyers more room to negotiate. Homes take about 49 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $3,110 a month.
ZIP 02027 — Dedham
The Canton housing market is currently experiencing a cooling phase with a slight year-over-year decline in median prices, reflecting broader regional trends. Despite this, the market remains competitive due to limited inventory and high demand for well-located suburban properties. Buyers are showing more price sensitivity, leading to a higher share of price cuts compared to previous quarters.
This ZIP is ideal for families and commuters seeking a suburban lifestyle with high-quality schools and convenient access to Boston's employment hubs.
Median prices moved down 7.8% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 49 days on market with 1.4 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
35% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is holding steady.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 2.8% · poverty 3.5% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 4.4%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 3.2%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 02021, Norfolk County MA
Canton generally reports lower crime rates compared to the national average, with property crime being the primary concern in the region.
The area is served by the Canton Public Schools district, which is highly regarded for its academic performance and student support services.
The region faces moderate risks from winter storms and occasional flooding in low-lying areas, with standard insurance coverage typically sufficient.
Canton benefits from its proximity to the Route 128 technology corridor, attracting corporate headquarters and professional service firms.
Property taxes are assessed at the municipal level by the Town of Canton, with rates determined by the annual budget and local property valuations.
Residents benefit from excellent access to the MBTA Commuter Rail and major highways like I-95 and I-93, facilitating travel to Boston.
The area features extensive green space including the Blue Hills Reservation, several golf courses, and a variety of local shopping centers.
The rental market is characterized by high demand and low vacancy rates, with rents showing a steady upward trajectory.
The local economy is anchored by a mix of healthcare, technology, and professional services, with significant employment hubs along the I-95 corridor.
Canton is well-connected via the MBTA Commuter Rail and proximity to major interstate highways, supporting a strong commuter base.
The town is currently focused on transit-oriented development projects near the commuter rail stations to increase housing density.
Parcels are subject to standard municipal property taxes and the Canton Public Schools district levy.
Property insurance premiums are stable, though homeowners in flood-prone zones may require additional coverage.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov using ZCTA 02021 profile.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum4.69 mi
- Supercharged Entertainment4.515.9 mi
- F1 Arcade Boston4.59.1 mi
- Starland Sportsplex & Fun Park4.418.9 mi
- Museum of Illusions Boston4.59.3 mi
- Fenway Park4.87.5 mi
- TD Garden4.69.5 mi
- Gillette Stadium4.612.2 mi
- Thomas M. Menino Convention & Exhibition Center4.58.7 mi
- Topgolf Boston - Canton3.93.6 mi
- Fenway Park4.87.5 mi
- Boston Common4.78.7 mi
- Museum of Fine Arts, Boston4.87.1 mi
- New England Aquarium4.49.4 mi
- Harvard Square4.68.9 mi
- Museum of Fine Arts, Boston4.87.1 mi
- Boston Public Library4.88 mi
- Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum4.76.9 mi
- Museum of Science4.79.4 mi
- Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum4.69 mi
- Boston Common4.78.7 mi
- Franklin Park Zoo4.45.2 mi
- Public Garden4.88.6 mi
- Charles River Esplanade4.88.4 mi
- Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University4.84.5 mi
- Squantum Yacht Club4.57.5 mi
- Topgolf Boston - Canton3.93.6 mi
- Granite Links Golf Club4.65.4 mi
- Robert T. Lynch Municipal Golf Course3.94.4 mi
- George Wright4.51.8 mi
- Newton Commonwealth Golf Course46.8 mi
- Encore Boston Harbor4.311.1 mi
- Natick Mall4.512.4 mi
- Prudential Center Boston4.57.9 mi
- Quincy Market4.59.3 mi
- Faneuil Hall Marketplace4.59.3 mi
- Boston Logan International Airport4.111 mi
- Park Shuttle & Fly4.512.2 mi
- The Lounge3.411 mi
- Boston Skydive Center528.1 mi
- DaCoopas Pizza4.111.2 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A massive state-managed forest and recreation area offering hiking, skiing, and scenic views.
A key MBTA Commuter Rail station providing direct access to South Station in Boston.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.