Central Massachusetts · Town guide
Living in Grafton, MA.
A town of historic villages with a commuter rail station in North Grafton, a classic town common, and larger lots southeast of Worcester.
Grafton at a glance
- Median single-family
- $740,000
- ▲ 7.4% vs. last year
- Median condo
- $480,000
- ▼ 8.6% vs. last year
- Days on market
- 34
- single-family, year to date
- Sale vs. original list
- 100.4%
- single-family, year to date
- Residential tax rate
- $13.69
- per $1,000, FY2026
- Population
- 20,352
- 2024 Census estimate, +3.5% since 2020
- To Boston
- 34 mi
- straight line to City Hall
- MBTA rail & ferry
- Commuter rail
Grafton market · August 2026 year to date
The numbers, before the opinions.
| Measure | Single-family | Condo |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $740,000 | $480,000 |
| Change vs. last year | ▲ 7.4% | ▼ 8.6% |
| Sales closed | 85 | 50 |
| Median days on market | 34 | 50 |
| Sale price vs. original list | 100.4% | 99.3% |
| For sale at month end | 29 | 26 |
| Months of supply | 2.5 | 3.7 |
Source: Massachusetts Association of REALTORS®, Grafton Local Market Update (PDF, opens in a new tab) (MLS PIN data). Year-to-date figures except homes for sale and months of supply, which are for the latest month. A town median is a starting point; the right price is street by street.
Side by side · August 2026 year to date
How does Grafton compare with nearby towns?
| Town | Median single-family | Median condo | Days on market | Tax rate (FY2026) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grafton | $740,000 ▲ 7.4% | $480,000 | 34 | $13.69 |
| Westborough | $830,000 ▼ 0.3% | $539,995 | 51 | $15.93 |
| Shrewsbury | $699,000 ▼ 0.6% | $511,125 | 38 | $11.50 |
| Worcester | $465,000 ▲ 3.3% | $308,500 | 40 | $13.28 |
| Auburn | $475,500 ▼ 1.3% | $360,000 | 34 | $14.24 |
| Uxbridge | $645,237 ▲ 4.1% | $425,000 | 37 | $12.68 |
Year-to-date medians from each town's MAR Local Market Update; tax rates per $1,000 from the Mass. Division of Local Services. Nearby = closest town centers among the towns I cover.
Town guide
What it's like to live in Grafton.
What is it like to live in Grafton?
Grafton is made up of villages, including Grafton Center with its classic common, North Grafton, and South Grafton, with a mix of historic homes and newer subdivisions.
Its commuter rail station makes it a practical option for buyers who want land with a rail connection.
What are Grafton's neighborhoods like?
A quick orientation, not a ranking:
| Area | What it's like | Worth a look if you want |
|---|---|---|
| Grafton Center | Historic homes around the town common | Classic New England character |
| North Grafton | Residential area near the commuter rail | Rail access |
| South Grafton & Fisherville | Former mill villages | Older homes and value |
| Outer neighborhoods | Newer subdivisions and larger lots | Space |
What does housing look like in Grafton?
Grafton is mostly single-family, with antique homes, colonials, and newer construction, plus condo and townhome communities.
How is the commute from Grafton to Boston?
Grafton station, in North Grafton, is on the MBTA's Framingham/Worcester Line. Route 140 and the nearby Mass Pike serve drivers.
Where do people spend time in Grafton?
- The Grafton town common
- Hassanamesit Woods
- Tufts' Cummings School campus in North Grafton
What should buyers and sellers know about Grafton?
- Grafton's FY2026 residential tax rate is on the higher side; use the calculator on this page.
- Some properties have septic systems.
For public school information, see the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education's school and district profiles (Grafton Public Schools).
Questions people actually ask.
Does Grafton have a train?
Yes. Grafton station is on the MBTA's Framingham/Worcester Line.
What is Grafton known for?
Its historic town common, village layout, and a mix of antique and newer homes.
MBTA stations in Grafton
- Commuter rail: Grafton (Framingham/Worcester Line)
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What is the median home price in Grafton, MA?
The median single-family sale price in Grafton was $740,000 for August 2026 year to date, compared with $689,000 for the same period a year earlier. The median condo sold for $480,000. Source: Massachusetts Association of REALTORS® (MLS PIN data).
How fast are homes selling in Grafton?
Single-family homes that sold in Grafton during August 2026 year to date spent a median of about 34 days on market and sold for 100.4% of their original list price on average, according to MAR.
What is the property tax rate in Grafton, MA?
Grafton's FY2026 residential property tax rate is $13.69 per $1,000 of assessed value (Massachusetts Division of Local Services). On a home assessed at the median single-family sale price, that's roughly $10,130 a year; your actual bill depends on the assessed value.
Is there public transit from Grafton to Boston?
Yes. MBTA service in Grafton: commuter rail: Grafton (Framingham/Worcester Line). Check the MBTA's current schedules for times.
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Grafton homes for sale right now.
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Sources: market figures, Massachusetts Association of REALTORS®, Local Market Update (data: MLS PIN; © ShowingTime Plus); tax rate, Massachusetts Division of Local Services, Municipal Databank, Tax Rates by Class; population, U.S. Census Bureau, Vintage 2024 population estimates for cities and towns; stations, MBTA (V3 API); distance, OpenStreetMap Nominatim (town center); miles are straight-line to Boston City Hall. Numbers retrieved 2026-09-25.