Bedford, MA—01730
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Home Price Trends — Bedford, MA
As of Nov '25, the median home price in Bedford, MA is $997,000, with a year-over-year change of 1.6%. This indicates that home prices in Bedford, MA are increasing. According to Zillow, the 1-year price projection is 1.7%, suggesting an increase housing market in the next year.
Cost per Home Type
| Home Type | Median Home Value | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
All Homes | $997,000 | 1.6% |
| Single Family | $1,035,000 | 2.6% |
| Condos | $819,000 | 1.6% |
Cost per Home Size
| Home Size | Median Home Value | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
1 Bed | N/A | N/A |
2 Bed | $751,000 | 2.2% |
3 Bed | $897,000 | 2.0% |
4 Bed | $1,157,000 | 2.9% |
| 5 Bed | $1,462,467 | 3.6% |
% of Housing Stock
Rental Trends — Bedford, MA
As of July '25, Rentcast reports the average rent in Bedford, MA is $3,640, with a year-over-year rent change of -8.1%. Per bedroom, the median rent as of July '25 in Bedford, MA is studios: $2,550, 1-bedrooms: $2,830, 2-bedrooms: $3,590, 3-bedrooms: $4,620, 4-bedrooms: $5,900. The most common rental property sizes in Bedford, MA are 2-bedroom and 1-bedroom, accounting for 39.8% and 39.7% of the rental stock.
| Type | Median Rent | Average Rent |
|---|---|---|
| Average Rent | $3,220 | $3,640 |
| Studio Rent | $2,550 | $2,550 |
| 1 Bed Rent | $2,850 | $2,830 |
| 2 Bed Rent | $3,860 | $3,590 |
| 3 Bed Rent | $4,700 | $4,620 |
| 4 Bed Rent | $6,500 | $5,900 |
% of Rental Stock
Property Listings — Bedford, MA
As of Nov '25, Realtor.com reports that the median days on market for a home in Bedford, MA is 38. This is a increase of 21.0% from last year, suggesting that homes are sitting on the market longer than last year. The percentage of listed homes with a reduced price is 0.0%, representing a small inventory and little supply pressure on home prices.
| Metric | Zip Code Average | Year over Year % Change |
|---|---|---|
Median Listing Price | $1,220,000 | 9.0% |
Listing Count | 20 | 71.0% |
| Listings as % of Homes | 0.2% | 71.0% |
Days on Market | 38 | 21.0% |
Demographics — Bedford, MA
As of the latest ACS Survey released in 2023, Bedford, MA has a population of 14,500, which has increased by 3.0% over the past 5 years. Bedford, MA is a moderately popular place for families, as children make up 22.4% of the population. The area has a highly educated workforce, with 69.4% of adult residents holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. There are many residents working remotely, with 31.8% reporting working from home.
| Metric | Latest Census | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
Population | 14,500 | 3.0% |
% Under 18 | 22.4% | -12.2% |
% Seniors | 18.0% | 1.7% |
% WFH | 31.8% | 341.7% |
% w/ College Degree | 69.4% | -2.1% |
As of the latest ACS Survey released in 2023, Bedford, MA is a predominantly white area, with 73.2% of the population identifying as white. The white population has shrunk by 3.7% in the last 5 years. The second most common race or ethnicity in Bedford, MA is asian, making up 16.2% of the population. Foreign-born residents account for 23.3% of the population in Bedford, MA, and this percentage has increased by 32.4% as of the ACS Survey 5 years prior, suggesting more immigrants are calling the area home.
Race and Ethnicity
| Metric | Latest Census | 5-Year % Change |
|---|---|---|
% White | 73.2% | -3.7% |
% Black | 2.0% | -45.9% |
% Hispanic | 4.0% | 11.1% |
% Asian | 16.2% | 10.2% |
% Foreign Born | 23.3% | 32.4% |
Mortgage and Risk — Bedford, MA
According to HUD data as of 2023, there were 230 mortgage originations in Bedford, MA, of which 98.0% of loans were conventional mortgages. The average loan-to-value was 50.0%, with 7.0% above 90% LTV (normal). This implies small mortgage risk in Bedford, MA. Investor activity is low, as 2.0% of loans were by investors. 7.0% of loans were cash-out refinances, suggesting few homeowners are tapping equity.
Mortgages
| Metric | Zip Code Average |
|---|---|
Total Loan Originations | 230 |
% Conventional Loans | 98.0% |
% Government Loans | 2.0% |
% Investor Loans | 2.0% |
% Second Loans | 0.0% |
% Cash Out Refinance | 7.0% |
Rentals and Section 8 — Bedford, MA
As of 2024, the percent of homes in Bedford, MA under the Section 8 program is 11.6%. This is considered low, suggesting that the neighborhood is sparsely composed of Section 8 homes. Section 8 opportunity is good when HUD pays more than market rent. In Bedford, MA, none of the tracked home sizes currently have HUD payment amounts above market rent, suggesting limited Section 8 opportunity.
Section 8 Market Size
Total Units under HUD | 197 |
Total Units Section 8 | 197 |
% Rentals under Section 8 | 11.6% |
% Occupied Section 8 | 88.5% |
Section 8 Opportunity
| Home Size | HUD Premium | Market Rent | Max HUD Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | -$120 | $2,850 | $2,730 |
| 2 Bedroom | -$630 | $3,860 | $3,230 |
| 3 Bedroom | -$810 | $4,700 | $3,890 |
| 4 Bedroom | -$2,220 | $6,500 | $4,280 |
Affordability — Bedford, MA
Home Price to Income Ratio
| Metric | Zip Code Average |
|---|---|
| Home Price to Income Ratio | 5.4 |
| Median Home Price | $997,000 |
| Median Household Income | $158,000 |