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A Wakefield neighborhood with an MBTA station, dining district and elementary school
A mile south of downtown Wakefield, Greenwood is an established neighborhood home to Greenwood Elementary, a commuter train station and local shops and restaurants along Main Street. Though it’s primarily residential, these amenities are centrally located in the neighborhood. “Greenwood is where my heart is,” says Laurie Hunt, a local Realtor at North Star Real Estate Agents. “It’s very, very easy to get to public transportation. It’s also close to Melrose, which is nice. You can go to shops and restaurants in Greenwood but still also make it to shops and restaurants in downtown Melrose very easily.”
Greenfield has the ideal mix of residential streets filled with beautiful homes and a active commercial district just a short ride up main street.
Residents gather alongside the lake at sunset for The Movies By The Lake near Greenwood.
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Early 20th-century American Foursquares to 21st-century new traditional homes
Greenwood offers a diverse range of residential architecture, from early 20th-century American Foursquares and bungalows to 21st-century new traditional homes and condos. Prices for older homes vary from $400,000 to the high $700,000s, while newer houses and recently remodeled properties can cost up to $1.6 million. Condos cost between $350,000 and $550,000. The neighborhood’s average home value is about $80,000 less than the average for the Boston metro area. Most streets in Greenwoods have sidewalks, and homes sit on small lots shaded by mature trees. Over 80% of residents own their homes.
Smaller Cape Cod homes with lovely front yards are very common houses in Greenwood.
Various homes of different styles site next to each other nestled on the residential streets of Green wood.
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High Niche ratings for Wakefield Public Schools
Students in Greenwood attend Greenwood Elementary School, located in the center of the neighborhood, followed by Galvin Middle School and Wakefield Memorial High School, all of which receive B-plus ratings from Niche. In 2023, Wakefield Memorial High School had a graduation rate over 98%.
Welcome to the Galvin Middle School in Wakefield, MA, home of the Warriors.
Wakefield Memorial High School is located on Farm Street in Wakefield.
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Getting outdoors at J.J. Round Park, Wakefield Town Forest Park
Greenwood has three parks: J.J. Round Park, Wakefield Town Forest Park and Mapleway Playground. J.J. Round Park has a playground and a nearly 2-mile wooded hiking trail with views of nearby Crystal Lake. There’s another 2-mile trail at Wakefield Town Forest Park, a 164-acre green space. Mapleway Playground is a small community park with a basketball court, softball fields and playsets.
Take a spin on the bright playground at Warren Street Park near Greenwood.
The "Hiker" statue in
the town common near Greenwood was created by sculptor Theo Alice Ruggles Kitson.
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Dining along Main Street
Most of Greenwood’s dining options can be found along Main Street, which runs north-south through the center of the neighborhood. Hunt recommends Cido's, an Italian café with a patio that serves wine and cappuccinos all day. “It’s got a nice vibe and really good food,” she says. “Main ST Grille and Taphouse is another very popular restaurant, and Tequila’s has absolutely phenomenal Mexican food. I love the people that work there, too.” The neighborhood’s nearest grocery store is Whole Foods Market, while nearby Green Street Natural Foods carries organic and vegan ingredients. Both stores are less than a mile south of Greenwood.
From amazing coffee to delicious bakery treats locals of greenwood enjoy Rise & Shine Coffee House.
Locals of Greenwood can take a short walk whenever they want to give in to thier sweet tooth and visit Cravings.
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Greenwood Elementary’s annual Gator Gallop 5K
Most events in Greenwood are organized by Greenwood Elementary’s PTO, including an annual Halloween party and the Gator Gallop 5K each spring. Gator Gallop includes a 1-mile run for kids and a timed 5K around Lake Quannapowitt for older kids and adults. This is Greenwood Elementary’s biggest fundraiser, with all proceeds split between the Wakefield Educational Foundation and the school.
Taking MBTA’s Haverhill Line to Boston
Greenwood is a somewhat walkable neighborhood 12 miles north of Boston, and MBTA’s Haverhill Line provides a commuter rail from the neighborhood to North Station in the heart of Boston. The nearest medical center is MelroseWakefield Hospital, 2 miles south, and Boston Logan International Airport is 11 miles away.
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Parks in this Area
Mapleway Playground
Transit
Airport
General Edward Lawrence Logan International
22 min drive
Train
Greenwood
Bus
Main St & Pitman Ave
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Main St & Meriam St
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Main St & Green St
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Main St Opp Meriam St
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Main St & Walton Pl
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Main St & Oak St
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Main St & Flint St
Greenwood Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Greenwood, Wakefield sell after 61 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Greenwood, Wakefield over the last 12 months is $675,000, up 12% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
4,996
Median Age
44
Population under 18
21.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$154,428
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$177,496
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.5%
College Graduates
54.6%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
26.4%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
75.8%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
43''
Average Winter Low Temperature
23°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
12''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
39/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
64/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
32/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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