Framingham

About the City of Framingham

Framingham, Massachusetts, in Middlesex County, regarded as the center of the MetroWest region, is 19 miles W of Boston, Massachusetts. This city is home to the world headquarters of Staples, Bose Audio and TJX. Genzyme, Computer Associates, and Capital One have major facilities in the municipality. Breyers and Leggat McCall also have notable facilities in the area.

Medical, education, bio-technical, office centers and retail are the major employers. It is known for its large number of white-collar technology and business professionals.

The town is situated along the Sudbury River and mixes urban and rural features. It’s included in the ”Golden Mile” which is known for shopping malls. You will be minutes from absolutely everything you could need!

Framingham is the highest populated town in New England and sometimes is referred to as “the city in America.” It includes a variety of ethnic communities. Blessed with New England beauty and charm, this college town is particularly loved for its diverse population and dedicated civil servants.

Whether you’re looking for terrific public schools, a fun nightlife, or just an ideal place to raise a family, Framingham’s got it.

School District Rank: 100th

Best Public High Schools in Greater Boston 2023

Property Tax Rate: 1.25% or $12.46 per $1,000

 
 

Shopping

  • TJMAXX

  • Macy’s

  • Marshalls

  • Barnes and Nobel

  • Best Buy

  • Whole Foods

  • Trader Joes

Fun and nightlife

  • AMC 16 Movie Theater

  • The New BJ’s Restaurant on route 9

  • The popular 4’s Sports Pub,

  • Jack’s Abbey, this fantastic microbrewery has a tasting room and beer garden. They offer some of the finest craft lagers, pizzas, and bar food.

  • Lifetime Fitness nearby Full Facility Health Club with all the works!