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Dedham, MA Community

18 discussions from residents and visitors

Joshua

Is Dedham worth moving to in 2026?

Hey everyone, Median household income is $124,375, which feels pretty solid for the area. You can expect to pay around $2,058 for rent here. The unemployment rate is 2.5%, which is pretty low. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Cost of living i...

2 replies 19 upvotes moving
Cameron Baker

Planning a move to Dedham -neighborhoods?

Anyone else feel this way? Been living here since 2006. The median home value here is around $630,400, which is pretty steep. Average temperature is around 52--F, so expect cold winters. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. ...

8 replies 0 upvotes moving
Jace P.

Day-to-day life in Dedham, MA

Curious what people think. Military spouse here. Homes are going for about $630,400 on average.

12 replies 17 upvotes living
Austin K.

Living in Dedham -the reality

OK so The unemployment rate is 2.5%, which is pretty low. Crime rate is something to consider -Dedham sits at 27.8 per 100K. With a population of 25,109, Dedham is a smaller city. It's a a smaller city city with about 25,109 people. The food scene here is surprisingly good. People here are genuinely...

7 replies 10 upvotes living
Jace P.

Life in Dedham as a young professional

I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Am I overthinking this? It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.

1 replies 18 upvotes living
Jacob Morales

Things that make Dedham unique

First post here. We have two kids and Median household income is $124,375, which feels pretty solid for the area. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood.

12 replies 10 upvotes best-worst
Carter Baker

Anyone else love living in Dedham?

Curious what people think. We're a young couple and It's a a smaller city city with about 25,109 people. The median home value here is around $630,400, which is pretty steep. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Looking forward to ...

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Eva Harris

What Dedham does better than anywhere else

Longtime lurker here, I grew up here but left for a while. Average temperature is around 52--F, so expect cold winters. The city has invested a lot in new development. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. What are your go-to spots?

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Carter Baker

Dedham housing prices -when will it stop?

So, With a population of 25,109, Dedham is a smaller city. The unemployment rate is 2.5%, which is pretty low. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. What do you all think?

6 replies 25 upvotes housing
olivia_papa

Quick question about Dedham

I relocated for work and It's a a smaller city city with about 25,109 people. Rent is about $2,058/month for a decent place. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Should I be concerned? Thanks in advance! The food scene here is s...

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Carter Baker

Day-to-day life in Dedham, MA

The weather takes some getting used to. Worth the trade-offs? It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse.

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Riley Perez

Dog-friendly places in Dedham?

Hello, I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Average temperature is around 52--F, so expect cold winters. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Thoughts? The suburbs are where most families end up.

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Jacob Morales

How are the schools in Dedham?

OK so I work in finance and The unemployment rate is 2.5%, which is pretty low. It's a a smaller city city with about 25,109 people. You can expect to pay around $2,058 for rent here. Median household income is $124,375, which feels pretty solid for the area. Cost of living is definitely rising, but...

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Madelyn Wood

Dedham vs Indianapolis -which is better?

Hello, Rent is about $2,058/month for a decent place. Homes are going for about $630,400 on average. Average temperature is around 52--F, so expect cold winters. Median household income is $124,375, which feels pretty solid for the area. You can expect to pay around $2,058 for rent here. I'd say it'...

18 replies 17 upvotes best-worst
Cameron Baker

Biggest downsides of living in Dedham?

So, I've been here for 1 years and It's a a smaller city city with about 25,109 people. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The weather takes some getting used to. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The city has invested a...

2 replies 8 upvotes best-worst
ruby_local

Best coffee shops in Dedham?

Hello, I'm a college student here and The median home value here is around $630,400, which is pretty steep. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look.

5 replies 23 upvotes qa
Carter Baker

Dedham job market vs Tampa

Anyone else feel this way? Born and raised here. Household incomes average around $124,375 in Dedham. The unemployment rate is 2.5%, which is pretty low. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The suburbs are where most families end up. What would you do? The suburbs are where most fam...

1 replies 11 upvotes jobs
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