$2,275,094Average Value$673Average Price per Sq Ft21Homes For Sale
Sense of community 12 miles east of Boston
One of thirteen villages in Newton, Massachusetts, Waban combines suburban tranquility and urban convenience. Colonial Revival, Cape Cod and Victorian homes sit on tree-lined streets with sidewalks. Bordered by the Charles River, the neighborhood has access to scenic shoreside trails. Local businesses like Waban Market, a family-owned grocer, keep the neighborhood quaint, while Windsor Club, the neighborhood social club, ensures neighbors know each other. But locals also have easy access to the Green Line, which leads about 12 miles east to Boston. It’s no wonder that Greg Reibman, president of the Charles River Regional Chamber of Commerce, describes Waban as “one of Newton’s finest villages.”
Waban sign along Beacon Street.
The town of Waban overview of green space from Beacon Street.
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Classic New England homes and new construction
Homes in Waban embody classic New England styles and sit on wooded, well-maintained lots. Above-ground powerlines and mature trees shade sidewalks. Four-bedroom Cape Cod properties on about half an acre cost just under $1.8 million. For $3 million, buyers can find five-bedroom recently built New Traditional homes. Closer to the $4 million price point, potential homebuyers can expect 1920s Tudor-style houses and six-bedroom Victorian homes built in the 1890s, while newly constructed midcentury modern homes go for around $4.3 million.
Cape Cod style home with stone fence in Waban.
Other home options in Waban include large colonial homes with large green space.
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Top-rated Newton Public Schools
Students are zoned for Newton Public Schools. They can attend A.E. Angier Elementary School or Zervas Elementary School, both earning A’s from Niche. Next, they can attend Oak Hill Middle School and Newton South High School, both boasting A-plus scores from Niche. Newton South High School offers three Interdisciplinary Small Learning Communities. The Da Vinci Program is project-based, focusing on STEAM subjects and collaborative efforts; the Communities Program prepares students to be global citizens, integrating history, English and science through projects, essays and performance-based evaluations; and the New Media Communications Program explores how media dominates our current age and prepares students to use it usefully and responsibly.
Oak Hill Middle School sign and entrance in Waban.
Angier Elementary School in Waban.
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The Charles River and Windsor Club
The Charles River runs along Waban’s western border, and Quinobequin Road contours the river. Along Quinobequin is the 3-mile Charles River Path, offering wooded walks by the shore. Locals might catch a glimpse of some wildlife, too – there are known to be beavers here. Kids love Richardson Playground and Warren Lincoln Playground, while golfers frequent Woodland Golf Club and Brae Burn Country Club. But Windsor Club is where the community gathers year-round. This is the neighborhood's social center, home to the community pool and swim team. Numerous events are also hosted here, from pizza parties to trivia nights to an annual whiskey tasting.
Charles River Path in Waban is a local hotspot for walking and relaxing.
Windsor Club offers a community pool and athletic fields for the residents of Waban.
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Waban Market and other local businesses
Reibman says that Waban is home to strong, healthy independent businesses. The neighborhood’s small downtown area can be walked in just a few minutes. Residents pick up essentials from Waban Market, a family-owned grocery store that sells seasonal and organic produce. With various deli meats and cheeses, this is a go-to spot during lunch hour. “They have a very popular take-out counter,” Reibman says. Another local favorite, Barry’s Village Deli, is a family-owned New York-style deli that serves a variety of sides, soups and sandwiches, including their popular corned beef sandwich with Russian dressing. Locals can also pick up a hand-tossed thin-crust pie from Stone L’Oven Pizza, the village’s go-to for natural and locally sourced food options.
For groceries, The Waban Market in Waban has just about anything you might need.
Enjoy some pizza after school at Stone L'oven Pizza in Waban
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Waban Village Day
Waban Village Day takes place every year, celebrating the community. It begins with a family fun run, where kids can ride bikes or scooters and continues throughout the evening. Vendors line the streets, local live music plays and there’s food and ice cream for everyone.
Getting around Waban
The neighborhood is about 12 miles west of Boston, and locals can get there by car or public transit. “Waban is on the Green Line, and you can take the T from Waban Station,” Reibman says. Easy access to the Massachusetts Turnpike and Yankee Division Highway makes travel to surrounding areas easy. In case of emergency, the Newton-Wellesley Hospital is in the neighborhood. And when it’s time to fly, the Boston Logan International Airport is about 15 miles east.
Enjoy the accessibility of the green line in Waban.
People in Waban travel on foot and on bikes around town.
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On average, homes in Waban, Boston sell after 34 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Waban, Boston over the last 12 months is $2,035,000, up 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Price Improvement and staged! This classic Tudor is set back and situated on a private corner lot overlooking the grounds of BraeBurn CC. The property has been thoughtfully maintained by the sellers-including new windows. Slate roof & copper gutters.The dramatic living room complete w/ oak paneling and oversized fireplace overlooks the 3 season porch and sweeping views of the manicured
Ideally situated on one of Waban‘s most coveted streets, this meticulously maintained residence showcases exceptional craftsmanship, refined design, and luxury amenities across four finished levels. The heart of the home is the newly updated, designer open concept kitchen with access to a serene patio with gas grill hook-up and room for dining. The first floor continues with a powder room, formal
Experience unparalleled privacy in this Italian Tuscan home, nestled on 0.7 acres of lush, park-like gardens near Waban Village. This architectural gem, beautifully restored and expanded in 2014, features high ceilings, archways, eleven sets of French doors, and an exquisite custom glass front door. The chef’s kitchen, with an eat-in, center quartz table and high end appliances, opens to the
" Open Houses Cancelled" Set on an approximately 11,474 square foot lot on a cul-de-sac in the desirable village of Waban, this cape style home offers charm, flexibility and pride of ownership inside and out. A 2003 kitchen renovation and breakfast area addition is complete with two skylights,cathedral ceiling and sliders to a lovely patio and yard. Two extra rooms on the first floor provide
Ideally located in the heart of Waban, this charming residence is set on a beautifully landscaped, level lot. The gracious entryway opens to a spacious living room and an oversized dining room, both adorned with elegant original moldings. The renovated eat-in kitchen features top-of-the-line Wolf appliances, stone countertops, and custom cabinetry, and opens to a lovely deck overlooking the
Ideally situated on Dorset Circle in Waban, this elegant Colonial-style residence offers timeless charm and modern comfort. The welcoming foyer opens to a spacious living room with a fireplace and a dining room adorned with restored woodwork. The chef’s kitchen is equipped with top-of-the-line appliances, custom cabinetry, and a central island, and flows seamlessly into an expansive great room
Sunny and inviting single-family home in highly sought-after Waban, just minutes from Zervas Elementary School. This residence offers 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and a partially finished lower level; perfect for a family room, office, or additional bedroom. Included is a washer and dryer, refrigerator, dishwasher, central air, whole-house fan, and an attached two-car garage. Property sits on
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A prime Newton (Waban) setting, freshly repainted with brand new hardwood floors in the living and dining areas. Offering more than 2,400 sq. ft. of well-designed living, it highlights a spacious primary suite with a private nook—perfect as a study, reading corner, or creative retreat—plus two other large bedrooms and a fourth smaller bedroom that works ideally as an office or guest space. A
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