The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 02056 sells for about $839,000, or $350 per square foot.
Prices are up +17.3% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 43 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $2,019 a month.
ZIP 02056 — Norfolk
The 02056 housing market remains highly competitive with a median price of $839,000, reflecting a 17.3% year-over-year increase. Low inventory and strong demand from family buyers continue to drive prices upward, resulting in a quick median days-on-market of 43 days. The market is characterized by high owner-occupancy and limited rental availability.
This ZIP is ideal for family buyers seeking high-quality schools and a suburban lifestyle, as well as commuters who value a quieter residential environment.
Median prices moved up 17.3% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 43 days on market with 2.1 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
15% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 101.2% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.6% · poverty 2.2% — 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 6.3%/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 5.7%/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 02056, Norfolk County MA
Norfolk maintains a low crime rate compared to regional averages, with property and violent crime incidents remaining infrequent.
The area is served by highly-rated public schools within the King Philip Regional School District, known for strong academic performance.
The region faces moderate risks from winter storms and localized flooding in low-lying areas, with standard insurance coverage typically sufficient.
Economic momentum is driven by its proximity to major Boston-area employment hubs and a stable, affluent residential base.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Massachusetts) — Massachusetts Local Property Tax: Ad valorem tax calculated as (Municipal Budget / Total Assessed Value of all taxable property) = Tax Rate per $1,000 of assessed value. Assessments must be at 100% of full and fair cash (market) value.
Commuters primarily rely on personal vehicles for access to I-495 and I-95, with limited MBTA commuter rail access available at the Norfolk station.
The area features significant outdoor amenities including Mirror Lake, various town parks, and proximity to regional trail networks.
The rental market is characterized by low vacancy rates and high demand, with limited inventory driving consistent rent growth.
The local economy is largely residential, with residents commuting to major employment centers in Boston, Cambridge, and the Route 128 tech corridor.
Transportation is dominated by highway access, with the Norfolk MBTA station providing rail connectivity to Boston.
Development is strictly managed through local zoning to preserve the town's suburban character and open space.
The Norfolk Board of Assessors manages property valuations based on annual market analysis and state-mandated certification cycles.
Parcels are subject to municipal taxes and the King Philip Regional School District assessment.
Property insurance premiums are stable, though homeowners are advised to maintain adequate coverage for wind and winter storm damage.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA-level tables.
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.
- Supercharged Entertainment4.55.4 mi
- Central Rock Gym - Watertown4.618.3 mi
- Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park4.57.3 mi
- Dave & Buster's Braintree4.216.8 mi
- R1 Indoor Karting | Time Mission, Dart City, Mission Box & Axe Bar4.616.8 mi
- Fenway Park4.819.4 mi
- Gillette Stadium4.63.7 mi
- Topgolf Boston - Canton3.910.2 mi
- The Xfinity Center4.210.3 mi
- MGM Music Hall at Fenway4.419.5 mi
- Sri Lakshmi Temple4.811.9 mi
- Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park4.57.3 mi
- Mendon Twin Drive-In4.511.5 mi
- Showcase Cinema de Lux North Attleboro4.611.6 mi
- Regal Bellingham4.27.1 mi
- Museum of Fine Arts, Boston4.819.1 mi
- Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum4.718.9 mi
- Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University4.816.5 mi
- Symphony Hall4.819.6 mi
- Islamic Society of Boston Cultural Center (ISBCC Roxbury)4.918.7 mi
- Borderland State Park4.89.2 mi
- Elm Bank4.710.7 mi
- Mass Audubon's Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary4.79.4 mi
- Ashland State Park4.611.3 mi
- North Attleboro WW1 Memorial Park4.78.5 mi
- Topgolf Boston - Canton3.910.2 mi
- Fore Kicks Sports Complex and Golf Course4.52.5 mi
- Brookmeadow Country Club4.48.1 mi
- TPC Boston4.710.8 mi
- Blue Hill Country Club4.610.6 mi
- Wrentham Village Premium Outlets4.55.8 mi
- Natick Mall4.512.8 mi
- Legacy Place4.410.7 mi
- Patriot Place4.63.5 mi
- Wards Berry Farm4.65.7 mi
- Boston Logan International Airport4.123.3 mi
- Rhode Island T.F. Green International Airport4.428 mi
- Worcester Regional Airport4.630 mi
- Park Shuttle & Fly4.524.4 mi
- The Lounge3.423.2 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Features a public beach and boat launch for residents.
Local hub for essential services and small-scale dining.
Extensive trail network and nature preserve.
Deterministic aggregate of 6 researched properties in this ZIP (latest reading each) — each property weighs one; per point, properties lacking the value are excluded. Property-level records (taxes, scores, permits) never roll individually.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the prior refresh cycle (within 12.5%).