Bellingham

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Bellingham, MA

Area Guide

Suburban seclusion and natural woodlands outside of Boston

Suburb Parks Wooded Local Business Family-Friendly

With an appealing mix of residential neighborhoods, local businesses, and sprawling wooded areas, Bellingham is a go-to destination for family-friendly living in southeastern Massachusetts. Residents adore the community parks, sports fields, and beautiful tree canopies in their home town, as well as the quaint local restaurants and shops.

Located 44 miles southwest of Boston, Bellingham is close enough to the city to access its plentiful amenities and attractions, while maintaining its suburban charm. Enjoy proximity to coastal views, the New England Aquarium, the Boston Logan International Airport, the Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum, and so much more.

Take part in this tight-knit community by bringing the whole family to popular campgrounds, or visit neighboring areas for access to golf courses, zoos, drive-in theaters, and more. Bellingham provides grocery stores, retailers, public schools, and everything you’d need to live your perfect suburban life. Luxury apartments and cozy condos are calling you to Massachusetts’ premier suburban oasis!

Rent Trends

As of October 2025, the average apartment rent in Bellingham, MA is $2,179 for one bedroom, $2,705 for two bedrooms, and $3,891 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Bellingham has decreased by -2.5% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,179/month
753 Sq Ft
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Transportation

37

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

1

Minimal Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

29

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Stall Brook Elementary School

Public

Grades K-3

245 Students

Bellingham Memorial Middle School

Public

Grades 4-7

587 Students

South Elementary School

Public

Grades K-3

300 Students

Clara Macy Elementary School

Public

Grades K-4

233 Students

Bellingham Memorial Middle School

Public

Grades 4-7

587 Students

Bellingham High School

Public

Grades 8-12

747 Students

Keough Memorial Academy

Public

Grades 7-12

28 Students

Bellingham High School

Public

Grades 8-12

747 Students

Keough Memorial Academy

Public

Grades 7-12

28 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • World War II Memorial State Park
  • Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor
  • Blackstone River and Canal Heritage State Park
  • Mass Audubon's Stony Brook Wildlife Sanctuary
  • Fort Nature Refuge

Military Bases

Airports

  • Rhode Island Tf Green International
  • Worcester Regional

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in September 2025.