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Framingham, MA Community

35 discussions from residents and visitors

Colton Gutierrez

Why I chose Framingham over bigger cities

We're a young couple and Homes are going for about $600,600 on average. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. What do you all think? Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The...

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Noah P.

Should I move to Framingham or stay in Chicago?

Hi all, Rent is about $1,853/month for a decent place. With a population of 72,013, Framingham is a smaller city. Median household income is $98,179, which feels pretty solid for the area. Household incomes average around $98,179 in Framingham. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Cost of li...

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Liam Cook

Couple moving to Framingham from out of state

OK so It's a a smaller city city with about 72,013 people. The median home value here is around $600,600, which is pretty steep. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. There's a growing t...

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Ethan P.

Best apartments in Framingham under ?

First post here. Median household income is $98,179, which feels pretty solid for the area. Average temperature is around 49--F, so expect cold winters. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The weather takes some getting used to. Anyone in a similar situation? Thanks in advance!

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Hunter Diaz

Rent in Framingham getting crazy

Born and raised here. Homes are going for about $600,600 on average. It's a a smaller city city with about 72,013 people. With a population of 72,013, Framingham is a smaller city. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Am I overthinking this?...

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Colton Gutierrez

Working remotely from Framingham

OK so I relocated for work and With a population of 72,013, Framingham is a smaller city. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The weather takes some getting used to.

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Theodore Adams

Relocating to Framingham, MA -pros and cons?

Hello, Poverty rate is 8.1%, which is pretty low. Household incomes average around $98,179 in Framingham. You can expect to pay around $1,853 for rent here. It's a a smaller city city with about 72,013 people. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's changing fast -some good, some not so...

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Liam Cook

Just moved to Framingham, any tips?

Longtime lurker here, It's a a smaller city city with about 72,013 people. Average temperature is around 49--F, so expect cold winters. Median household income is $98,179, which feels pretty solid for the area. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. There's a growing tech scene w...

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Miles Johnson

Anyone regret moving to Framingham?

Hey folks, I'm retired and The unemployment rate is 3.1%, which is pretty low. Rent is about $1,853/month for a decent place. Poverty rate is 8.1%, which is pretty low. Household incomes average around $98,179 in Framingham. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Public transit needs a l...

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Luna Wright

Thinking about relocating to Framingham from Minneapolis

Hi all, The unemployment rate is 3.1%, which is pretty low. The median home value here is around $600,600, which is pretty steep. The city has invested a lot in new development. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. What are your go-to spots? Night life is decent if you know the right sp...

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Miles Johnson

Anyone else love living in Framingham?

I'm a 55-year-old physical therapist and Rent is about $1,853/month for a decent place. Homes are going for about $600,600 on average. Poverty rate is 8.1%, which is pretty low. The unemployment rate is 3.1%, which is pretty low. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The food sc...

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Betty H.

Is Framingham walkable?

Been meaning to ask this. I work in hospitality and Average temperature is around 49--F, so expect cold winters. With a population of 72,013, Framingham is a smaller city. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The city has invested a...

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Ethan P.

Quick question about Framingham

First post here. Rent is about $1,853/month for a decent place. Poverty rate is 8.1%, which is pretty low. With a population of 72,013, Framingham is a smaller city. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The suburbs are where most families end up. Would love some local perspective. People her...

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Greyson G.

How much do you pay for rent in Framingham?

So, We're a young couple and Homes are going for about $600,600 on average. The median home value here is around $600,600, which is pretty steep. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The city has invested a lot in new development. Thoughts? Any help ...

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Genesis Hill

Pros and cons of Framingham after 13 years

Household incomes average around $98,179 in Framingham. Median household income is $98,179, which feels pretty solid for the area. Average temperature is around 49--F, so expect cold winters. The unemployment rate is 3.1%, which is pretty low. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating t...

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Theodore Adams

Things Framingham needs to improve

Anyone else feel this way? We have two kids and The unemployment rate is 3.1%, which is pretty low. Homes are going for about $600,600 on average. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. ...

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Grayson Reed

Best apartments in Framingham under ?

So, I'm a remote worker and Rent is about $1,853/month for a decent place. Should I be concerned? Thanks in advance!

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Nova Collins

Best hidden gems in Framingham

Random thought, Military spouse here. With a population of 72,013, Framingham is a smaller city. Crime rate is something to consider -Framingham sits at 406.1 per 100K. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Night life is decent if you know the right spots.

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Nova Collins

Couple moving to Framingham from out of state

Hi all, Been living here since 2009. Poverty rate is 8.1%, which is pretty low. The unemployment rate is 3.1%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $1,853 for rent here. Rent is about $1,853/month for a decent place. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The subur...

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Xavier Davis

Best companies to work for in Framingham?

Been meaning to ask this. We're a young couple and Homes are going for about $600,600 on average. Median household income is $98,179, which feels pretty solid for the area. Average temperature is around 49--F, so expect cold winters. The city has invested a lot in new development. Night life is dece...

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Julian G.

Pros and cons of Framingham after 7 years

OK so I'm originally from St. Louis and With a population of 72,013, Framingham is a smaller city. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The suburbs are where most families end up.

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Cora Rodriguez

Rent vs buy in Framingham -what makes sense?

Poverty rate is 8.1%, which is pretty low. Household incomes average around $98,179 in Framingham. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.

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Hunter Diaz

Best kept secrets of Framingham, MA

Hey everyone, Worth the trade-offs? There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.

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Quinn Watson

Is Framingham worth moving to in 2026?

Curious what people think. I've been here for 2 years and Average temperature is around 49--F, so expect cold winters. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Would love some local perspective.

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