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Readville, MA Utility & Living Guide
Readville is part of the Hyde Park neighborhood of Boston. Readville's ZIP Code is 02136. It was called Dedham Low Plains from 1655 until it was renamed after James Read, the owner of the Dedham Manufacturing Company along Mother Brook, in 1847. It was part of Dedham until 1867, at which point it be
Monthly Utility Costs
$140/mo
$80/mo
$50/mo
$30/mo
$70/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1500/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1900/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2500/mo |
| Median Home Price | $380,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.25% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $1200 |
Readville’s housing market is competitive, with a mix of older and newer homes, and a growing demand for rentals. The area is popular with families and commuters. Home prices have been rising steadily in recent years.
Cost of Living
110
+10% above national average
105
100
102
$1200
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 6.25% |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.25% |
| <p>State 5.2% + None + Local 1.05%</p> | |
Massachusetts has a flat state income tax rate of 5.2%, with no local income tax
Family & Relocation
60
7.5/10
$1200/mo
City Pulse
Readville has a relatively stroller-friendly public transit system, with accessible buses and trains, but some areas can be challenging to navigate with a stroller
- Blue Hills Reservation
- Neponset River Reservation
- Dedham Public Library
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Readville has regulations regarding zoning, parking, and waste management, and is subject to Massachusetts state laws
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📊 Readville — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Readville fluctuate significantly by season, with higher costs in the winter due to heating and in the summer due to air conditioning. Residents can expect to pay around 20-30% more for utilities during these peak months.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 02136 has a property tax millage rate of 1.25, with no local surtaxes
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
8/10, with wide sidewalks, accessible parks, and relatively flat terrain, but some areas with limited elevator access in transit and older infrastructure
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