The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 02081 sells for about $845,000, or $396 per square foot.
Prices are up +3.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 42 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $2,110 a month.
ZIP 02081 — Walpole
The 02081 housing market remains competitive with low inventory and steady demand, keeping prices elevated. Buyers are active, though the pace of sales is moderated by current interest rate levels and limited supply. The market is characterized by strong school quality and suburban appeal, which continues to drive interest from family buyers.
This ZIP is ideal for families and commuters who prioritize high-quality schools and suburban amenities while maintaining access to the Boston metropolitan employment core.
Median prices moved up 3.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 42 days on market with 2.4 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
28% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 99.2% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 5.5% · poverty 4.3% — 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 7.3%/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 4.7%/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 02081, Norfolk County MA
Walpole generally reports low crime rates, consistently ranking as one of the safer communities in Norfolk County and the broader Greater Boston region.
The area is served by the highly-regarded Walpole Public Schools, which are frequently recognized for strong academic performance and high graduation rates.
The region faces moderate risks from winter storms and occasional localized flooding, with standard insurance coverage typically sufficient for most residential properties.
Economic momentum is driven by its proximity to major Boston-area employment hubs and ongoing local mixed-use development projects near the town center.
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.
Residents benefit from access to the MBTA Commuter Rail (Franklin Line) and proximity to I-95 and I-495, facilitating commutes to Boston and Providence.
The area features extensive recreational amenities including the Walpole Town Forest, numerous local parks, and proximity to major shopping centers along Route 1.
The rental market is characterized by low vacancy rates and high demand, driven by professionals seeking suburban living with transit access.
The local economy is supported by a mix of professional services, healthcare, and retail, with many residents commuting to Boston for major corporate employment.
The area is well-connected via the MBTA Commuter Rail and major highway arteries, supporting a regional commuter-based economy.
Development is currently focused on transit-oriented housing projects near the town center and infrastructure upgrades to support local growth.
The Norfolk County assessment regime follows standard Massachusetts property tax laws with annual adjustments based on market sales data.
Parcels are subject to standard municipal utility districts and the Walpole Public School district tax levies.
Property insurance premiums are stable, reflecting the area's low-to-moderate risk profile for natural disasters.
Massachusetts continues to see moderate domestic migration patterns with a focus on suburban growth in the Greater Boston area.
Massachusetts is a judicial foreclosure state, requiring court oversight for the foreclosure process.
Sellers are required to provide a standard property disclosure statement regarding the condition of the home.
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.
- Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum4.617.5 mi
- Supercharged Entertainment4.57.5 mi
- F1 Arcade Boston4.517.6 mi
- Museum of Illusions Boston4.517.9 mi
- Central Rock Gym - Watertown4.615.6 mi
- Fenway Park4.815.9 mi
- Gillette Stadium4.63.9 mi
- TD Garden4.618 mi
- Thomas M. Menino Convention & Exhibition Center4.517.2 mi
- Topgolf Boston - Canton3.96.1 mi
- AMC Framingham 164.212.9 mi
- Blue Hills Reservation4.79.6 mi
- Sri Lakshmi Temple4.812.9 mi
- Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park4.511.4 mi
- AMC Braintree 104.212.2 mi
- Museum of Fine Arts, Boston4.815.5 mi
- Boston Public Library4.816.5 mi
- Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum4.715.3 mi
- Museum of Science4.717.8 mi
- Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum4.617.5 mi
- Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University4.812.9 mi
- Blue Hills Reservation4.79.6 mi
- Larz Anderson Park4.712.8 mi
- Borderland State Park4.87.1 mi
- Houghton's Pond Recreation Area4.69.1 mi
- Topgolf Boston - Canton3.96.1 mi
- Granite Links Golf Club4.612.4 mi
- Fore Kicks Sports Complex and Golf Course4.54.6 mi
- Robert T. Lynch Municipal Golf Course3.912.2 mi
- George Wright4.510.4 mi
- Wrentham Village Premium Outlets4.59 mi
- Natick Mall4.512.6 mi
- South Shore Plaza4.412.8 mi
- Legacy Place4.46.9 mi
- Patriot Place4.64 mi
- Boston Logan International Airport4.119.5 mi
- Rhode Island T.F. Green International Airport4.430.6 mi
- Park Shuttle & Fly4.520.7 mi
- The Lounge3.419.5 mi
- Boston Skydive Center519.6 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Large protected green space with hiking trails.
Historic park featuring walking paths and ponds.
Major retail and dining hub serving the region.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the prior refresh cycle (within 12.5%).