$2,260,747Average Value$672Average 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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Waban Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Waban, Boston sell after 34 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 $2,102,500, up 14% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
This expanded Colonial blends timeless design with modern comfort in a picturesque, tight-knit neighborhood known for block parties and a friendly dog playgroup. Filled with natural light, it offers four finished levels, a two-car garage, backyard patio, and side yard. The 2018-renovated kitchen with large center island opens to a bright family room with high ceilings, walls of windows and a gas
New Improved Price! Exquisite home on magnificent grounds in Desirable Waban! This 6 bedroom 3 1/2 bathroom slate roof Colonial home is in a prime Angier School neighborhood and just down the street from Waban Square shops and MBTA, and perfect for commuters, as it is convenient to the Mass Pike and Rte 128. This gracious home features a first floor family room which has a separate entrance to a
Ideally situated on a beautifully landscaped, level corner lot in Waban, this elegant center entrance Colonial offers timeless charm and modern comfort. Inside and out very sunny, inviting living room with fireplace and elegant French doors lead to office space with large bow window. Updated kitchen open to dining room, and a private backyard with patio perfect for entertaining. Exciting master
Exceptional new construction by Arco Design + Build, a highly regarded builder known for exceptional craftsmanship and design.. This over 6,000 SF residence offers refined living with serene pond views and a thoughtfully designed layout across three spacious levels. The main floor features a stunning chef’s kitchen with custom cabinetry, high-end appliances, and a dramatic waterfall island,
An extraordinary new-construction home in the heart of Waban, masterfully conceived by the renowned firm Eck MacNeely Architects, with interiors by visionary designer Lisa Hillson Design and expert execution by Masse Builders. Set on one of the village’s most prestigious streets, this residence stands apart for its exceptional craftsmanship, refined materials, and design sophistication. Every
At the base of West Newton Hill, this new construction home maximizes 6,111 square feet of living space across 4 levels with a flexible floor plan offering 5-6 bedrooms, 6.5 bathrooms & a direct entry 2 car garage. This phenomenal location is equidistant to West Newton & Waban villages, along with close proximity to Zervas Elementary and Brae Burn & Woodland Country Clubs. The first level has an
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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Waban - Single family Colonial home with stunning curb appeal including front porch, 5 bedrooms / 3.5 bathrooms, outdoor space, and has been lovingly maintained. The first floor features hard wood floors and has a formal entryway that leads to a large and open floor plan with a kitchen, living room, and dining room with French doors that lead to an outdoor deck. Off of the kitchen is a powder
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