Why Live in Waban
Waban, one of Newton's thirteen villages, offers a blend of suburban tranquility and urban convenience. This neighborhood in Massachusetts features Colonial Revival, Cape Cod, and Victorian homes on tree-lined streets with sidewalks. The Charles River borders Waban, providing access to scenic shoreside trails. Local businesses such as Waban Market and Barry’s Village Deli contribute to the neighborhood's quaint atmosphere, while the Windsor Club serves as a social hub with events and a community pool. The Green Line provides easy access to Boston, located about 12 miles east. Homes in Waban range from four-bedroom Cape Cod properties to six-bedroom Victorian homes, with prices varying accordingly. Students attend highly rated schools, including A.E. Angier Elementary School, Zervas Elementary School, Oak Hill Middle School, and Newton South High School. The Charles River Path offers a 3-mile wooded trail along the river, and local parks like Richardson Playground and Warren Lincoln Playground are popular with families. Golf enthusiasts can visit Woodland Golf Club and Brae Burn Country Club. Waban Village Day is an annual event featuring a family fun run, vendors, live music, and food. The neighborhood is about 15 miles from Boston Logan International Airport and has easy access to the Massachusetts Turnpike and Yankee Division Highway.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Waban a good place to live?
Waban is a good place to live. Waban is considered somewhat walkable and somewhat bikeable with good transit options. Waban is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 1, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Waban has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 5.6 people per acre and a median age of 47. The average household income is $244,790 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 88.8% of residents. A majority of residents in Waban are home owners, with 12.9% of residents renting and 87.1% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Waban can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Waban neighborhood guide.
Is Waban, MA a safe neighborhood?
Waban, MA is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 1 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Waban?
The median home price in Waban is $1,999,499. If you put a 20% down payment of $399,900 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.18%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $9,780 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $419K a year to afford the median home price in Waban. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Waban is $245K.
What are the best public schools in Waban?
The best public schools that serve Waban are:
What are the best private schools in Waban?
The best private schools that serve Waban are:
- Fessenden School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 5:1 and an average review score of 4.8.
- Wellan Montessori School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 5:1 and an average review score of 4.7.
- Newton Country Day School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 5:1 and an average review score of 4.1.
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Home Trends in Waban, MA
On average, homes in Waban, Boston sell after 30 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Waban, Boston over the last 12 months is $2,012,500, up 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$2,012,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$2,200,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$1,775,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$1,382,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$955,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$664
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
49
Median List Price
$1,999,499
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
3%