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Sherborn, MA Utility & Living Guide
Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.
Monthly Utility Costs
$150/mo
$80/mo
$50/mo
$30/mo
$70/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1400/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1800/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2400/mo |
| Median Home Price | $540,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.23% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $1200 |
The housing market in Sherborn is highly competitive, with a mix of historic homes and new constructions. The town has a strong school system and a high quality of life, making it a desirable place to live. However, this comes with a higher cost of living.
Cost of Living
146
+20% above national average
108
94
102
$1200
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 6.25% |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.23% |
| <p>State 5.2% + No County tax + Local 0.0% (no local sales tax)</p> | |
Massachusetts has a flat state income tax rate of 5.2%, with no local income tax.
Family & Relocation
40
8.5/10
$1200/mo
City Pulse
Sherborn has a limited public transportation system, but the town is relatively small and walkable, with some stroller-friendly sidewalks and parks.
- Sherborn Library
- Farm Pond
- and the Charles River
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📰 Live Local News
Sherborn has regulations regarding zoning, historic preservation, and environmental protection.
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- Car Lease CalculatorMonthly lease payment estimator
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📊 Sherborn — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Sherborn fluctuate by season, with higher electricity costs in the summer due to air conditioning and higher gas costs in the winter due to heating. Residents can expect to pay around 10-20% more for utilities during these peak seasons.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 01770 has a property tax millage rate of 1.23, with no local surtaxes.
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
7, with wide sidewalks and crosswalks in the town center, but limited accessibility in some areas, and a need for more family-friendly infrastructure such as changing tables and nursing rooms.
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