With homes surrounding the shores of the 45-acre Hardy Pond, Lakeview is true to its name. This Waltham community also offers a lower cost of living compared to other Boston suburbs, while its proximity to public schools, parks and retail make the neighborhood highly accessible. “Waltham is surrounded by more expensive neighborhoods, like Lexington or Belmont,” says Mike DeStefano, a Realtor with Coldwell Banker Realty. “But Lakeview has homes under $600,000, which is an affordable price point in Waltham and the Boston area in general.”
The town of Waltham was founded in 1850.
Kayaking and sailing can be enjoyed at Hardy's Pond in Lakeview.
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Homes in a Waltham community
Single-family homes usually list between $500,000 and $900,000, and housing styles range from bungalows and cottages to traditional farmhouses and raised ranches with one or two-car garages. Larger Colonial Revivals, New Traditionals and new builds may fetch between $1 million and $2 million. Townhouses go for about $800,000, while condos are around $300,000. Yard sizes vary from 3,000 square feet to over 1 acre.
Row of different style of homes in Lakeview, Waltham.
Ranch style homes in Lakeview are among the most popular.
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Parks and outdoors around Lakeview
The 4-acre Lazazzero Playground has paved trails, play structures, a baseball field and a fishing pier. One of the city’s newest green spaces, Graverson Playground features basketball and tennis facilities, a playground and a splash park. “Lazazzero and Graverson parks are the two most notable playgrounds in the area,” says DeStefano. “They are loved by the community because they’re very well-kept and within walking distance.” Hardy Pond is a popular place for fishing, kayaking or sailing. Additional preserved lands in the vicinity, including Juniper Hill, Shady's Pond Conservation Area and James P. Falzone Field provide more outdoor options, and the Waltham Family YMCA has a pool, summer camp and recreational classes.
Enjoy a walk along Hardy Pond in Lakeview.
Lazazzero Playground has everything you need to keep the littles busy including a playground.
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Waltham Public Schools
Young students may attend MacArthur Elementary School, which rates a B on Niche. Kennedy Middle School scores a B-plus, and Waltham High School receives a B. Students attending Waltham High may enroll in the bio-medical or engineering pathway. Bentley University, several blocks southeast of the community, is a private, not-for-profit business school.
Students attend John F Kennedy Middle for sixth through eighth grade in Lakeview.
Students in Waltham attend MacArthur Elementary School.
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Events in Waltham
The Waltham Riverfest takes place every summer with live performances by the Waltham Philharmonic Festival Brass, a pet parade, arts and crafts and a ukelele raffle. The Watch City Steampunk Festival features live performances, workshops and local vendors to celebrate the spirit of the arts.
Navigating into Boston
For access to Boston, commuters can either head to the town's MBTA commuter rail station on Carter Street to hop on the Fitchburg Line, or drive 16 miles down Massachusetts Route 2 and Interstate 93. The Boston Logan International Airport is about 14 miles away via Interstate 90, and the Mass General Brigham Healthcare Center is about 2.5 miles south.
Waltham Train station gives you easy access to nearby towns including Boston.
You can find bus stations in Lakeview in every block.
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Shopping and Dining
Several commercial hubs also surround Lakeview. The Wal-Lex Shopping Center has a few nationally known stores like T.J. Maxx and Staples, businesses as well as restaurants, including Grassfields, which is known for seafood and steak entrees as well as jumbo margaritas. Located several blocks north and also along Waltham Street, the Waltham Plaza Shopping Center is home to Star Market and franchised food chains. Papa Gino’s is a popular regional chain pizzeria, and BF Pizza has served sandwiches and Greek-style pizza, like the Greco pie covered in olives, spinach and feta, for over 30 years. Target is about 7 miles east in Watertown.
Enjoy some Vietnamese Cuisine at Banh Mi Oi near Lakeview.
Pick up some last minutes grocery needs at Lakeview Convenience Store.
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Parks in this Area
Graverson Playground
Lazazzero Playground
Bahk Pahk
Dog Park
Pond End Tot Lot
Trails
Playground
Shady's Pond Conservation Area
Trails
Chesterbrook Corridor
Trails
Parking Lot
Transit
Airport
General Edward Lawrence Logan International
30 min drive
Bus
Smith St & Trapelo Rd
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Lakeview
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Lakeview Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Lakeview, Waltham sell after 18 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Lakeview, Waltham over the last 12 months is $705,000, down 3% 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 Renters
Demographics
Total Population
4,555
Median Age
38
Population Density
12 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$113,945
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$138,185
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.1%
College Graduates
63.8%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
32.1%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
66.5%
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®
39/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
30/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
24/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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