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.
Home Trends in Waban, MA
On average, homes in Waban, Boston sell after 40 days on the market compared to the national average of 51 days. The median sale price for homes in Waban, Boston over the last 12 months is $1,878,000, down 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$1,878,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$2,500,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$1,465,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$1,382,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$955,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$674
Number of Homes for Sale
19
Last 12 months Home Sales
46
Median List Price
$1,999,999
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-10%