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Established suburb with access to Boston
With tree-lined streets tucked between the expansive green space of Prospect Hill Park and the Main Street of downtown Waltham, the Highlands offers a residential enclave with access to some of the city’s most popular attractions. “People love the convenience of the Highlands,” says Hans Brings, a Realtor with Coldwell Banker Realty with over 30 years of experience in the industry. “You’re close to shops and restaurants, but the Highlands also borders Prospect Hill Park, which has miles of wooded areas with beautiful views of Boston.” In addition to its central location, the neighborhood offers access to major thoroughfares like Interstates 95 and 90, with Boston less than a 20-mile drive away. “Waltham is fantastic for commuting,” Brings says.
Boston skyline views from Prospect Hill Park in Waltham Highlands.
Waltham Highlands sign on an old train station.
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Traditional homes on tree-lined streets
Most homes in the Highlands were built around the early-to-mid-1900s. “You rarely see two homes next to each other with the same architectural style,” Brings says. Cape Cods, New England-style cottages, Colonial Revivals and traditional American Foursquares are common architectural styles, and many homes sit side-by-side on modest lots with room for a small backyard. While some properties are over a century old, several have undergone recent renovations and feature modern appliances or updated kitchens. Prices for single-family homes typically range from $715,000 to $950,000, which Brings says is more affordable than bordering towns like Newton or Belmont. There is some newer construction in the neighborhood, although it tends to be more expensive. Modern Colonial Revival and New Traditional homes built throughout the 2000s typically sell for $850,000 to $1.3 million.
Colonial home along Sartell Rd in Waltham Highlands.
Homes in Waltham Highlands have so much character and a lot of green space.
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Hiking at Prospect Hill Park and sports courts at Drake Playground
Prospect Hill Park offers more than 270 acres of green space and is best known for its hiking trails, scenic overlooks and dense woodlands. Known as Big Prospect, the summit of Prospect Hill stands tall at 485 feet, making it the second-highest point in the Boston area. It offers panoramic views of the city’s skyline, and hikers can also stop at the 435-foot-tall Little Prospect on their way up the hill. At the entrance to the park, there’s a splash pad, playground and basketball court. There are also several picnic areas along the trails, and the Amusements at Prospect Hill Park includes a carousel that’s open on select weekends throughout the summer.
Next to Plympton Elementary School, Drake Playground features a playscape, basketball court, ballfield and a splash pad where kids can cool off in the summer. A paved section of the Massachusetts Central Rail Trail runs along the neighborhood’s southern edge and is a popular spot for walking, running or biking. The entire trail system spans 104 miles between Boston and Northampton, making it the longest rail trail in New England, although just over 60 miles are currently open to the public. The Waltham Public Library is about a mile away and offers recreational and educational programming for all ages. Residents can become members of the Waltham Athletic Club, which is around a mile from the neighborhood and features an indoor sports complex with tennis courts, a swimming pool and a fitness center.
Prospect Hill Park overview in Waltham Highlands.
Drake Playground in Waltham Highlands has it all for the kids to enjoy.
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Career and technical education at Waltham High School
Waltham Public Schools serves the neighborhood. The school district earns an overall grade of B from Niche and has an average student-teacher ratio of 10-to-1. Kids can walk to the neighborhood’s Plympton Elementary School before moving on to the nearby McDevitt Middle School, both of which score a B-minus. Waltham High School earns a B and has a comprehensive career and technical education department with pathways in fields such as automotive technology, culinary arts and graphic communications. The high school’s football and baseball teams compete at Leary and Yetten Fields, located along the eastern edge of the Highlands. Nearby private school options include the Chapel Hill-Chauncy Hall School, a college-preparatory day and boarding school serving seventh through 12th grade with an A-plus from Niche. The neighborhood is also less than 2 miles from Brandeis University and Bentley University, both private universities with various undergraduate and graduate programs.
Plympton Elementary School building in Waltham Highlands.
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Local festivities include the July 4th Family Celebration
The city hosts various community events at Prospect Hill Park. The July 4th Family Celebration features live music, food trucks and activities like lawn games and inflatables. In May, Spring Fest celebrates the start of the season with crafts, carousel rides and a magic show in the park.
Residents are also less than 2 miles from downtown Waltham, where thousands of people gather for annual events like the Watch City Steampunk Festival. Typically held in May, it brings locals to Main Street to dress in Victorian-era fashion, listen to live music and shop from artisanal vendors while they celebrate the history of steampunk.
Access to I-95, Boston commutes and MBTA bus service
Outside of its residential streets, Highlands is primarily car-dependent. The neighborhood offers access to I-95, which runs along its western edge and connects with major thoroughfares like U.S. Route 20 and Interstate 90. Boston is less than a 20-mile drive away via I-90, and Boston Logan International Airport is about 14 miles from the neighborhood. The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority provides local bus service, connecting residents to downtown Waltham, among other destinations. Highlands is also less than 2 miles north of Boston Children’s Waltham, a satellite campus of Boston Children’s Hospital with nearly 100 different pediatric specialties. Prospect Hill Park separates the neighborhood from CityPoint, a mixed-use development with life sciences offices, restaurants and hotels.
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Waltham Highlands offers many MBTA station throughout the village.
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Neighborhood shopping center and proximity to Waltham’s Restaurant Row
While the neighborhood is primarily residential, a small shopping center in its southwestern corner is a go-to spot for running errands. It features stores such as Marshalls, HomeGoods and Market Basket. The complex also offers restaurants like Jake n JOES Sports Grille and The Federal, an elevated seafood and chophouse where everything is made from scratch.
The Highlands is also less than 2 miles from Moody Street, a quaint commercial corridor with red brick sidewalks leading past shops, restaurants and local businesses. The Outer Limits sells an assortment of comic books and pop culture collectibles, while Game Underground features an arcade with vintage pinball machines. The thoroughfare also hosts a variety of flavors and is perhaps best known as the city’s Restaurant Row. The dining scene ranges from traditional Spanish plates at Solea Restaurant and Tapas Bar to homestyle Italian food at Da Vinci Ristorante.
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Stop by Hannaford near Waltham Highlands for your grocery needs.
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Parks in this Area
Nipper Maher Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Tennis
Drake Playground
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Trails
Leary Field
Trails
Events
Parking Lot
Prospect Hill Park
Basketball
Trails
Playground
Veteran Circle of Remembrance
Thompson Playground
Basketball
Picnic Area
Playground
Transit
Airport
General Edward Lawrence Logan International
28 min drive
Bus
Main Shopping Center & Marshall's
Bus
Dale St & Claremont St
Bus
184 Hammond St
Bus
Main St & Stow St
Bus
Tomlin St & Dale St
Bus
Dale St Opp Caughey St
Bus
Hammond St & Plympton St
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Highlands
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Highlands Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Highlands, Waltham sell after 20 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Highlands, Waltham over the last 12 months is $770,500, down 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Welcome to your dream home! This spacious 3-bedroom colonial is the perfect blend of classic elegance and modern comfort. As you step inside, you'll be greeted by an abundance of natural light .Retreat to any of the three generously-sized bedrooms. Whether it's a cozy reading nook or a home office, the possibilities are endless. The dining room flows seamlessly into the living area, making it a
A nice two family located in the desirable Waltham Highlands that is predominantly a single family neighborhood. The property is located on a corner lot with a two car garage with remote access doors! Great property for either an owner occupant or investment. The 1st floor is rented a 4/1 bedroom but could be easily remodeled two a 2 bedroom. Apartment offers cooling and heat with a Mitsubishi
25 Plympton Street, located in a prime saught after central location of Waltham Highlands.This 1,384 square foot top floor condo features a spacious layout with ample room throughout. The unit showcases hardwood flooring that extends throughout, complemented by the abundant natural light that fills the space. The primary bedroom offers a spacious and comfortable retreat, while the kitchen
Shaundize MoosavizadehColdwell Banker Realty - Boston
HIGHLY DESIRABLE HIGHLANDS LOCALE! RARE OPPORTUNITY! OVERSIZED CUSTOM BUILT CAPE COD STYLE HOME featuring a spacious kitchen, huge formal dining room w/built-ins' and hardwood flooring, front to back family room, relaxing formal living room w/masonry fireplace, sundrenched sunroom, three large bedrooms (opportunity for a fourth if needed), fully finished walk-out lower level w/family room and
Dave DiGregorio Jr.Coldwell Banker Realty - Waltham
Spacious and Bright Three Bedroom, One Bath, second floor Apartment with Bonus room for Office/Gym located in the desirable and convenient Highlands neighborhood in Waltham. Walk into a Sunny large Living room & Dining room with lots of windows, gleaming Hardwoods and built-in-hutch. Updated eat-in kitchen with Stainless Steel Appliances and in-unit laundry. Three bedrooms, bonus room and updated
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,839
Median Age
42
Population Density
12 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$100,238
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$137,841
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.7%
College Graduates
49.8%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
23.4%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
66.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
49''
Average Winter Low Temperature
18°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
20''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
10/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
27/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
33/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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