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Brief Synopsis
Dedham is the county seat for Norfolk County and enjoys a high percentage of commercial property which provides a tremendous commercial tax base, and which, thankfully, keeps the residential tax rate more affordable. Jim's family actively considered relocating to Dedham because of its terrific shopping at Legacy Place; but opted for a shorter commute time to Chestnut Hill and Boston's lower tax rate.
Dedham is a diverse community consisting of pockets of million-dollar estates along with more affordable housing. For example, historic Dedham boasts a remarkably well preserved town center with many handsome, historic houses like the Endicott Estate. By and large, Dedham is a community of modest homes - many with less than 2,000 square feet of living area - and very affordable in comparison to Boston's western suburbs. As one of America's oldest towns, Dedham is rich in history and culture, not to mention being a family friendly community with a population around 25,000.
Where is Dedham?
Dedham, being predominantly inside the 128 loop, enjoys a prime location offering easy, direct access to Boston and other points north, south, and west via SR-128/I-95 and I-93. In fact, commuting time to Boston is just 20 minutes via commuter rail or 30 minutes via I-93. Dedham abuts Boston's neighborhoods of West Roxbury to the north and Readville to the northeast, the towns of Westwood to the southwest and Canton to the southeast, Needham to the west, and Newton to the northwest.
Legacy Place
Legacy Place is one of Dedham's focal points. Jim likes to say, "All (Dedham) roads lead to Legacy Place!" Perhaps this is why Jim and his wife find themselves in Dedham at least twice a week. Why? Because Legacy Place itself boasts a large complex that combines shopping with entertainment: Costco Warehouse and gas station; a Kings entertainment complex with bowling lanes; Showcase Cinema de Lux with 15 screens; JP Licks, Good Eats, Shake Shack, Legal Seafood, Whole Foods market; and on and on. However, the majority of big-box stores are located in the neighboring towns of Newton and Westwood.
Architecture
A drive through historic Dedham reveals a charming area of rich and diverse architecture. Look at its monumental granite court house of Greek Revival design, a stunning Victorian prison, the limestone Neoclassical Registry of Deeds, a stately Romanesque Revival public library, and the beautiful Renaissance and Georgian Revival schools.And we mustn't forget the Fairbanks House is the oldest standing timber-frame house in America.
The Neighborhoods of Dedham
- Oakdale, the geographical center of town, roughly confined by East Street to the west, Cedar Street to the south and east, and Whiting Ave to the north.
- Riverdale, an island surrounded by the Charles River and Long Ditch.
- Greenlodge, which runs along the axis of Greenlodge Street and the area between Greenlodge Street and East Street.
- Readville Manor, comprising the neighborhood south of Sprague Street.
- Ashcroft, which lies between Cedar Street to the north and Sprague Street to the south.
- East Dedham, which falls between Mother Brook and the Boston line.
- Precinct One, or Upper Dedham, in the northwest corner of the town, between High Street and Common Street and the Westwood and Needham lines. Precinct One is generally known as the most desirable one to live in.
Outdoor Recreation
Dedham has several parks to enjoy whether you are into hiking or dog walking. Dedham is home to several state parks managed by the Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR), as well as properties owned by the Dedham Land Trust, and NewBridge on the Charles, all of which are open to the public. These natural areas offer miles of hiking trails, bird watching, and escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life. In upper Dedham there is a network of marked trails that lead you from the Town’s Dolan Recreation Center on Common Street to Whitcomb Woods, where you can choose to either cross Common Street to DCR’s Wilson Mountain or continue on to NewBridge on the Charles trails. Although there is a dog park at the Dolan Recreation Centre on 269 Common St, our family's favorite place to run our dogs is at Wilson Mountain. After a hike up or around the "mountain" our dogs can cool off in the pond located behind Northeastern's Grass Hockey Field. In East Dedham there is a trail network that leads you from Mill Pond Park on Colburn Street along Mother Brook. And then there's Dedham Town Forest. It is situated between the northbound and southbound lanes of route 128 (I-95) and is accessed through a gate on 1A. You will need to park in the Holiday Inn or Dedham Savings parking lots or on Fay St. More info here.
Dedham Public & Private Schools
Access Dedham's official website to learn about its services and government. If you have school-age children, Dedham's school district consists of an Early Childhood Education Center (K - 2), four elementary (3 - 5) schools (Avery, Greenlodge, Oakdale, Riverdale), Dedham Middle School (6 - 8), and Dedham High School (9 - 12). Its transportation policies are outlined here.
In addition to Dedham's public schools are a variety of private schools: Noble and Greenough, co-ed boarding school (7 - 12); Dedham Country Day School (PK - 8) co-ed; Ursuline Academy (7 - 12) girls Catholic; The Rashi School (K - 8) co-ed Jewish; Saint Mary of the Assumption (K - 12) co-ed Catholic.
General Information
To keep up with daily goings on, in general, you can check in online with the Dedham Patch, The Dedham Transcript, The Dedham Times, Topix, or, of course, the Boston Globe and the Boston Herald.
If you have a specific property in mind that you think you might like to buy, the Town of Dedham maintains a database for the City Assessor which you can access to see what value the City gives the property, what the annual taxes are, etc.
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Available Dedham Properties
Precinct 1, Dedham Square, and dead end street all rolled into one!!!! Excellent chance to pick up land in a heavily exploding area with massive city upside for years to...
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likely a tear down, this property is located in a neighborhood with good highway commute near. House on property delivered with contents. Buyer responsible for all due ...
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Newly paved Meadowbrook Rd. Precinct One location - Rare to the market, one of three last build-able lots on Meadowbrook. Beautifully established neighborhood setting. Sp...
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Newly paved Meadowbrook Rd. Precinct One location - Rare to the market, One of three last build-able lots on Meadowbrook. Beautifully established neighborhood setting. Sp...
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Newly paved Meadowbrook Rd. Precinct One location - Land Opportunity to build at the top of the street - Private acre plus lot has been surveyed and engineered and approv...
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Located in Oakdale Square this totally and tastefully renovated condo offers great living options with over 1,500 sq ft. Flexible layout gives you 4 bedrooms, home office...
- 4 Beds
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Move in condition! Adorable 3 bedroom Ranch home in desirable Precinct One sitting on a 12,867 square foot lot. Recent updates include kitchen, bathroom, new furnace w...
- 3 Beds
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- 72573493 MLS
Welcome to Mother Brook, Dedham's premier condominium development, located on the oldest man-made waterway in MA. Filled with sunlight this 3-level luxury townhouse has l...
- 2 Beds
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This lovely Dedham Cape could be your dream home! Hardwood floors, spacious bedrooms, finished walk out basement and great yard space! Plenty of off street parking. Wi...
- 3 Beds
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- 72541588 MLS
A rare opportunity.This top floor corner unit with 2 bedrooms is available in the 55+ Community of Westbrook Crossing Condominiums. Enter the home and step through the en...
- 2 Beds
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- 72567660 MLS
- Westbrook Crossing Bldg.
LOCATION! LOCATION! LOCATION! Spacious End Unit townhouse! Take advantage of this amazingly located home and live in a highly desirable area. Condo has been equipped with...
- 3 Beds
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- 72554101 MLS
Vacant land for sale. Potential house lot with 3.72 acres abutting Charles River. Existing driveway & old garage on site. Buyer to do their own due diligence.
- 72569615 MLS
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- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 72587523 MLS
This oversized Cape features a welcoming entry hall with beautiful detail. Light-filled living room with gas fireplace. Formal dining room with crown moldings. Spacious u...
- 4 Beds
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- 72595161 MLS
Welcome home to this freshly updated Precinct 1 condo. For the last 5 weeks this historical property has undergone a transformation it so well deserved. Located in one of...
- 2 Beds
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- 72566087 MLS
For those of you that have been navigating this challenging real estate market without much luck, all is not lost! This classic colonial style home in the Endicott neighb...
- 3 Beds
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- 72564210 MLS
Spacious colonial-style farmhouse with plenty of historic charm & period detail. Open concept floor plan features eat-in kitchen, formal dining room w/built-in cabinets (...
- 3 Beds
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- 3 Beds
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OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY 11/24 10:30-12:30!!! Spacious 5 bedroom 10 room home in a sought after Endicott/Oakdale neighborhood! Lovingly maintained by the same family for 25 year...
- 5 Beds
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- 72557224 MLS
This fabulous (single owner) home has so much to offer and its located right on the Dedham/Westwood line. Enjoy this spacious home with GLEEMING hardwood floors(that have...
- 3 Beds
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- 72566183 MLS
LAST OPEN HOUSE UNTIL SPRING 2020! This beautifully maintained, 8 room Cape sits atop a hill, Harmony Hill, where nature and serenity abound. Outside, brick walkways, p...
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 72580156 MLS
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION, nice size townhouse with easy access to major highways (95, 93, 135, RT1, and much more) close to shopping center, close MBT stops, won't la...
- 3 Beds
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- 72562895 MLS
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- 3 Beds
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- 250 Washington st Bldg.
Charming Antique Colonial house with Barn, circa 1850, situated on nearly 14,000sf lot. Spacious updated home, which is warm and welcoming. Large living room with effic...
- 3 Beds
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12 rooms, 7 bedrooms, 2 and 1/2 bathrooms Victorian house. Fully renovated. Excellent location, walking distance to shopping and restaurants. 10 feet ceiling, large windo...
- 7 Beds
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BRAND NEW CONSTRUCTION in desired Greenlodge School district! Gorgeous 8 room, 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath hip roof colonial featuring loads of quality custom detail! Dramatic fl...
- 4 Beds
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Privacy, charm and value! Colonial abutting conservation land and Wilson Mountain hiking trails in Precinct 1. Lots of natural light and large backyard . Thoughtfully mai...
- 4 Beds
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- 4 Beds
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One year old in the Oakdale neighborhood of Dedham. This stunning and grand home is close to everything Dedham has to offer including Endicott Station, Town Center, the ...
- 4 Beds
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Contemporary house custom built with a modern unique design. Impressive double ceiling kitchen and dining area with over sized windows, media room and formal living room,...
- 4 Beds
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BRAND NEW construction located in DEDHAM Open concept contemporary 3500 sqft colonial home consists of large 4bd, 3 full & 1 half baths Modern kitchen with stainless s...
- 4 Beds
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Great opportunity to renovate and put your finishing touches on your dream home! Located in desirable Precinct I, across from the prestigious Dedham Country and Polo Club...
- 5 Beds
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- 72155952 MLS
ATTENTION DEVELOPERS: Private Eleven Acres located in Desirable Precinct I, across from the prestigious Dedham Country and Polo Club! Property is ideally set back on a h...
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Beautiful brand new 9 room, 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath colonial located within a beautiful sub division in highly desired Precinct 1 neighborhood. This gorgeous home features a...
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- 72575243 MLS
This private 14 acre estate is sited just across from the Dedham Country & Polo Club. The main residence offers an impressive front-to-back foyer, high ceilings, detailed...
- 4 Beds
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- 72582956 MLS
This Classic Shingle-Style Mansion, in Dedham’s Precinct 1, provides a secluded 60 acre retreat with private pond within easy reach of Boston. Its foyer and spectacular t...
- 7 Beds
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