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Living in Needham, MassachusettsNeedham

Aly Raisman, the Olympic gymnast, grew up here.

Welcome to Needham

SuburbanBedroom CommunityIndependent StoresFormerly a Discount to Wellesley

Why Do People Like Living in Needham?

  • Great commuter location, pike, north/south on 95.
  • Commuter rail to South Station.
  • Trader Joe’s.
  • A down-to-earth place to live.
  • Amazing fireworks show at the high school every year.
  • Slew of good restaurants.

Needham quick facts

Population
32,091 (2020 Census)
To Boston
About 10 miles, as the crow flies
Commuter rail
Needham Line: Needham Heights, Needham Center, Needham Junction, Hersey
Public schools
Needham Public Schools
Fun Fact Aly Raisman, the Olympic gymnast, grew up here.
Yummy Place The James, Blue on Highland