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Boston Suburb for Young Families: Needham MA

Are you looking for a community near Boston perfect for young families?  Needham MA offers a town fun downtown, good schools and a short commute.

Living in Needham MANeedham, MA has plenty to offer for young families, including a town pool, frequent town events including a concert series and street fair, and over 30 restaurants and eateries. It’s a wonderful town with a bustling center and a great sense of community. Search Needham MA houses for sale.

Correct Local Pronunciation: As written.

Location: 10 miles Southwest of Boston.

Neighbors:   Wellesley, Newton, West Roxbury (Boston), Dover, Westwood, and Dedham.

History: Development began in the 1640s, and in 1681, Needham was first settled with the purchase of land from tribal leader William Nehoiden for 10 pounds in cash, 40 shillings worth of corn, and 50 acres of land.

MBTA Service: MBTA has 7 stops and 3 rail stations in the Needham area. Needham Line stops at Needham Junction & Commuter Rail Station, Needham Junction Station, and Needham Center Station.

Population:  According to the 2010 Census, Needham’s population is 28,886.

Schools: Needham High is ranked 18th in Massachusetts and 356th in the nation by US News and World Report; 55% of students at Needham High enroll in AP courses. Click the link for the Needham Public School system website

Home Prices:  In 2012 the average price of a single-family home in Needham was $806,708.  Search houses for sale in Needham MA.

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Needham Exchange Club

Needham MA condo for saleThe club is a dynamic, volunteer service organization which, for over 65 years, has worked to make the lives of the citizens of Needham better by instilling pride in the achievements of our community and its children, providing support to its institutions and traditions and making it a cleaner, safer and more desirable place to live.

The club proudly sponsor and promote many community projects and programs such as the Fourth of July Celebration and Fireworks and various Youth Programs.To learn more about the club, its service and programs visit this link.

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Maybe Needham is not for you?  Check out Newton, Brookline, Lexington or West Roxbury

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