Belmont is a primarily residential town less than 10 miles outside of Boston. A peaceful suburb in the Greater Boston Metro area, it is close to many of the region's economic centers. The town was largely an agricultural and farming community until educators, science professionals and artists moved to Belmont in the 1900s. Today, the suburban town has 26,886 residents and a median household income of $178,188, significantly higher than the state’s median of approximately $100,000. To this day, many people work in the town government, science and technology, and education sectors.
Enjoy your day in downtown Belmont Center with everything it has to offer.
Enjoy sitting amongst the greenery at Alewifebrook Reservation near Belmont Center.
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Stately homes frame the town of Belmont
Housing properties in Belmont were mostly built in the 20th century, with more historic homes concentrated on the south side of the town. Belmont Hill has some of the area’s newer and more expensive houses. The median home price is $1,387,500, which nearly triples the national median. Single-family homes start around $1 million and can go over $3.5 million. Although many residences are Colonial Revivals and Georgian Revivals, occasionally split-levels and Tudor Revivals can also be spotted around town.
Condos, townhouses and multifamily properties are concentrated in Waverley Square and Cushing Square neighborhoods. Converted condos in multifamily residences are typically between $500,000 and $1.3 million. Townhouses and duplexes typically run from $700,000 to $1.5 million.
Gambrel colonial-style homes are popular in Belmont Center.
Many properties in Waverley Square are surrounded by grassy lawns with flourishing gardens.
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Widely acclaimed public and private education institutes
Belmont Public Schools serves approximately 4,500 students and has a student-teacher ratio of 16-to-1. The school district has an overall A-plus Niche grade and is the No. 3 best public school district in the state. Belmont High School is well-known for its award-winning college preparatory and arts programs and is rated by Niche as the No. 9 best public high school in Massachusetts. “It really doesn’t matter which school you’re zoned for because they’re all fantastic,” says Holden Lewis, Vice President of Denman Drapkin Group. The town also has many prestigious private schools, including Belmont Day School and Belmont Hill School, both of which are rated A-plus.
Belmont High School, in Belmont Hill, is a highly rated public school in Massachusetts.
Students in Belmont attend Winthrop L. Chenery Middle School.
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Expansive natural areas for walks and outdoor activities
For outdoor recreation, Belmont has conservation lands, public parks like Joey’s Park and scenic trails. Beaver Brook Reservation features nearly 60 acres of woodlands and trails, a waterfall, a spray deck, athletic fields and a fishing pond. Other popular hiking trails include Lone Tree Hill at Rock Meadow Conservation Area and Mass Audubon. The town’s recreation department manages the community pool, Underwood Pool, while also providing residents with sports and recreational programs. The 18-hole championship course at Belmont Country Club is another regular outing destination for members of the community.
Sit and enjoy lunch at one of the picnic tables at Beaver Brook Reservation in Belmont.
Ball up on the courts at the Town Field in Waverley Square.
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Shopping and dining in Belmont Center
Belmont Center is the town’s main retail district, with independent shops, restaurants, cafes and supermarkets lined along the historic Leonard Street. Additional eateries and retailers can be found on Trapelo Road and Belmont Street.
Tatte is another cafe option for Waverley Square locals to enjoy daily.
Stop by Il Casale in Belmont Hill for delicious Italian Cuisine.
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Cultural events in Belmont
Influenced by the town’s academic and artsy atmosphere, Belmont has many music and art events throughout the year, including the Belmont Porchfest and the donation-based open-air concert series the Payson Park Music Festival. Residents can also visit the Belmont Gallery of Art or the Belmont Historical Society for the latest exhibits. The Belmont Media Center also provides updates on the latest local events, shows and workshops in the community.
Stop by Belmont Farmers Market for unique finds and great food.
Visit Belmont Farmers Market with your friends or family.
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Proximity to Cambridge and Boston
Belmont is accessible via Interstate 95 and Massachusetts State Routes 60 and 2. The town is also served by the MBTA bus and commuter rail services, and rail stations include Waverley and Belmont Center. Boston Logan International Airport is less than 15 miles east via Interstates 90 or 93; Cambridge and Boston are 5 miles and 10 miles away, respectively. The psychiatric hospital and research center McLean Hospital is in town, and Mount Auburn Hospital, offering more comprehensive inpatient and outpatient care, is in Cambridge.
Crime data in 2023
According to data from Belmont’s police department, property and violent crimes have remained about the same from 2022 to 2023.
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