Why Live in Nobscot
Nobscot, a village within Framingham, Massachusetts, is a residential community known for its diverse home styles, including starter homes, farms, mansions, ranch-style, split-level, raised ranch-style, Colonial Revivals, Tudor Revivals, and newly built traditional-style homes. The neighborhood features winding country roads and abundant trees, giving it a rural feel despite being only 25 miles from Boston. Nobscot Park and the 45-acre Garden in the Woods offer residents ample opportunities for outdoor activities, while Callahan State Park provides 7 miles of trails for hiking and horseback riding. Dining options include Honey Dew Donuts and Gianni’s Pizza & Subs, and fresh produce is available at Hanson’s Farm. Shopping is convenient with Stop & Shop, Whole Foods Market, and Trader Joe’s within a 2-mile radius. A new mixed-use plaza, set to open in September 2024, will add apartments and retail space near the McAuliffe Library. The local school system, Framingham Public Schools, includes highly rated Hemenway Elementary School and Framingham High School. The area is safer than the national average, and nearby highways U.S. Route 20 and Interstate 90 provide easy access to Boston. The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority commuter rail station is about 4 miles south, offering additional connectivity.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Nobscot a good place to live?
Nobscot is a good place to live. Nobscot is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Nobscot is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 1, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Nobscot has 8 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 7.2 people per acre and a median age of 46. The average household income is $146,046 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 62.7% of residents. A majority of residents in Nobscot are home owners, with 16.8% of residents renting and 83.2% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Nobscot can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Nobscot neighborhood guide.
Is Nobscot, MA a safe neighborhood?
Nobscot, MA is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 1 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Nobscot?
The median home price in Nobscot is $699,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $140,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.09%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,390 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $145K a year to afford the median home price in Nobscot. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Nobscot is $146K.
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Home Trends in Nobscot, MA
On average, homes in Nobscot, Framingham sell after 17 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Nobscot, Framingham over the last 12 months is $700,000, up 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$700,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$729,999
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$406,500
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$257,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$369
Number of Homes for Sale
8
Last 12 months Home Sales
115
Median List Price
$699,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
-1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
3%