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Peaceful suburban living in Wellesley
Wellesley is a peaceful academic town approximately 15 miles outside of Boston. Home to Wellesley College and Babson College, the community also boasts one of the best public school systems in the state. Of its nearly 30,000 residents, over 85 percent of the population are college graduates, and half the town’s citizens hold advanced degrees. The median household income is approximately $250,000, which is significantly higher than the state’s median. Many people work in the education, finance and medical sectors, and top employers include Sun Life Financial, Wellesley College and Babson College. “This is an upscale residential community with an easy commute into Boston,” says Elke Cardella, a Realtor at Compass Realty with seven years of experience in the Wellesley and MetroWest markets. “There is a good trail system, and the green spaces are spread out.”
Wellesley's town sign welcomes visitors and residents daily.
Passengers board the MBTA Commuter Rail at Wellesley Square station.
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Stately homes dot a Norfolk County community
Wellesley's median home price is $2,035,000, which is almost five times higher than the national median. While spacious colonial-inspired properties dominate Wellesley’s housing inventory, ranch-style homes, Cape Cods and raised ranches can also be spotted around town. Built from the late 1800s and onward, single-family homes under 3,000 square feet may list from just under $1 million to $2 million. A majority of the grand estate properties between 5,000 and 8,000 square feet are in Wellesley Farms , and these often run from $2.5 million to $6 million. Mansions over 10,000 square feet may fetch over $10 million. Tree-lined and winding residential streets connect the homes, and well-landscaped yards are usually a quarter-acre to 1 acre in size. Townhouses and condominiums, most of which are concentrated in Wellesley Square , start around $700,000 and can reach $2 million and over $3 million, respectively.
Colonials homes with driveways in Morses Pond, Wellesley.
Homes in Dana Hall include large newly built colonial homes with beautiful landscaped yards.
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Wellesley Public Schools is a top school district in Massachusetts
The town’s public school system, Wellesley Public Schools, is ranked by Niche as the No. 2 best school district in Norfolk County with an A-plus Niche score. Wellesley has six primary schools, one preschool, one middle school and Wellesley High School, which scores an A-plus and offers dual enrollment courses in partnership with nearby colleges. The famous liberal arts college, Prestigious private schools also dot the area, including the A-plus Dana Hall School. Wellesley College, and Babson College, a highly reputable business school, are both located in town. Massachusetts Bay Community College also has a satellite campus in Wellesley.
Newman Elementary School in Wellesley decorates the walls to help keep spirits high.
Wellesley High School has a massive campus for Wellesley locals to enjoy.
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Myriad trails in Wellesley
Wellesley, with its wooded landscape, has close to 50 miles of trails, 29 of which are interconnected and link the various conservation lands in town. Sports fields, playgrounds and parks are also scattered throughout. “Warren Park is the main playground, and lots of kids go there to hang out,” Cardella says. Residents can go boating or fishing at the 100-acre Morses Pond, just west of Fells and Woodlands . The pond also has a public beach area for swimming in the summer. Wellesley Country Club features a championship golf course and is also a social club for town residents. The town experiences short, humid summers and snow-heavy winters.
Morses Pond in Wellesley offers stunning views and residents many water activities to choose from.
Wellesley Country Club features a championship golf course for the town residents along with a social club.
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Shopping and dining around Wellesley Square
Central Plaza and Linden Square , the town’s main shopping district, are located around Wellesley Square Station, featuring chain grocery stores, local restaurants, cafes, boutiques and businesses. Additional retailers, bakeries, eateries and service shops are along Washington Street and Route 9, which turns into Worcester Street in Wellesley.
Cafe Mangal is a Turkish-inspired Mediterranean BYOB restaurant in Wellesley.
Linden Square offers Cliff Estates residents many shopping opportunites.
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Navigating into Boston
Wellesley is accessible via Massachusetts State Route 9 and Interstate 95. There are three MBTA commuter rail stations in town for rail service to Boston, and the MetroWest Regional Transit Authority (MWRTA) buses take commuters to areas in the Boston MetroWest. Logan International Airport is approximately 20 miles east, and the Newton-Wellesley Hospital is across from Interstate 95.
Community celebrations in Wellesley
Many of the town’s festivals revolve around the seasons and the holidays, including a spring festival, the July Jubilation Sidewalk Sale & Festival for Independence Day, a fall harvest festival and a Festival of Trees ceremony in winter. Notably, Wellesley’s Wonderful Weekend is the town’s annual celebration featuring a Veterans parade, a pancake festival and picnic, fireworks and a “paint the town” event. “They close down Central Street,” Cardella says. “There are live performances, lots of fun activities for kids and the shops are open late so parents can do some shopping.”
Crime data from recent years
According to Wellesley’s police department, while violent crimes decreased in 2023, property crimes slightly increased compared to 2022.
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On average, homes in Wellesley, MA sell after 27 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Wellesley, MA over the last 12 months is $1,995,000, up 11% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Set along the banks of the Charles River, this stunning home blends luxury, function, and an idyllic natural setting. Behind its modest facade, the interior unfolds as a custom contemporary retreat. Sweeping river views and frequent wildlife sightings keep you connected to nature. The 2nd-floor primary suite is a sanctuary with vaulted ceilings, a private balcony, and spa-like bath w/radiant heat
Perched on a serene hilltop, this elegant colonial home boasts a stunning facade inspired by the Wellesley Clock Tower. Just minutes from the Issac Sprague Memorial Clock Tower and Elm Park, this sunlit residence features soaring ceilings and oversized windows that bathe the interiors in natural light. The gourmet kitchen, designed for the avid cook, opens to an exquisite breakfast nook with
Sitting quietly on a private road is this lovely home—offering a peaceful retreat with enhanced privacy. This beautiful property boasts many recent updates that have a fresh and bright decor. Gleaming hardwood floors flow throughout. The formal living room is centered by a stunning fireplace, and the kitchen sparkles with granite countertops, stainless appliances and ample cabinet space. Adjacent
Set along the banks of the Charles River, this stunning home blends luxury, function, and an idyllic natural setting. Behind its modest facade, the interior unfolds as a custom contemporary retreat. Sweeping river views and frequent wildlife sightings keep you connected to nature. The 2nd-floor primary suite is a sanctuary with vaulted ceilings, a private balcony, and spa-like bath w/radiant heat
Perched on a serene hilltop, this elegant colonial home boasts a stunning facade inspired by the Wellesley Clock Tower. Just minutes from the Issac Sprague Memorial Clock Tower and Elm Park, this sunlit residence features soaring ceilings and oversized windows that bathe the interiors in natural light. The gourmet kitchen, designed for the avid cook, opens to an exquisite breakfast nook with
Sitting quietly on a private road is this lovely home—offering a peaceful retreat with enhanced privacy. This beautiful property boasts many recent updates that have a fresh and bright decor. Gleaming hardwood floors flow throughout. The formal living room is centered by a stunning fireplace, and the kitchen sparkles with granite countertops, stainless appliances and ample cabinet space. Adjacent
The Nines is a premier residential community redefining luxury living. Located conveniently near major routes like I-95 and I-90, as well as the MBTA Commuter Rail, it offers excellent city connectivity. With 350 elegantly designed apartment homes featuring high-end finishes and modern amenities, residents enjoy a lifestyle of comfort and exclusivity. The community's prime location between
Colonial home is in pristine condition throughout. Front to back Lr with fireplace has adjacent screened porch. Dining room and playroom are on the other side of the entry foyer. Kitchen has all the appliances: a gas stove, dishwasher, disposal and refrigerator. 3 bedrooms plus an office or dressing room are on the second floor. Wood floors throughout. Full basement/laundry/storage and 2 car
New construction apartments! 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom options available. Highland Park offers a refined community where sophistication meets modern comfort. Our residences provide an exclusive living experience with only 20 units in the building ensuring an intimate and elegant atmosphere. Light and bright units with 9' ceilings, open concept living, contemporary design with clean lines. The kitchen has
Once you move to Dana Hall, you won’t want to live anywhere else. <br><br>This neighborhood’s walkability, proximity to Wellesley’s town center and community feel, where kids play outside together and run in and out of each other’s houses, makes it a cozy yet vibrant place to live. <br><br>Betsy Kessler, a Wellesley native and Realtor with Rutledge Properties in the town center, says that Dana Hall is her favorite neighborhood in Wellesley. There are beautiful rustic houses on half an acre that cost at least $1 million, with big oak trees that block out the sun and sidewalks that make it easy to get to school or even to the train station into Boston. <br><br>“I think what people love most about Dana Hall -- the reason there are many buyers who will only buy in Dana Hall – is the proximity to town center,” Kessler says. “You can walk to school, you can walk to town for pizza or coffee, you can walk to the bookstore, you can not only walk on the streets, but also walk on this delightful path that runs through town.” <br><br>Compared to other parts of Wellesley, or other nearby towns such as Weston, the lot sizes in Dana Hall are relatively small. This, Kessler says, creates a sweet, collegial type of community where neighbors know each other and where kids can easily walk from school to a friend’s house and then back home all within the span of a few minutes. The town’s Brook Path, which cuts through the neighborhood, is a two-and-a-half mile stone-dust walk alongside two different brooks. <br><br>Each house in Dana Hall brings something special to the table. There are colonial revival houses for $2.2 million, 3,000-square-foot colonials with farmer’s porches for $2.3 million, single-story brick houses for $2 million, stone English cottages for $1.4 million and rebuilt, 7,000-square-foot wooden colonials for $3.5 million. <br><br>You can walk out the front door of your rustic New England cottage and be at Truly’s, a popular ice cream and frozen yogurt shop, in about 15 minutes. Stroll through the aisles at Wellesley Books, try on a dress at Clementine or get an organic smoothie at Cocobeet. Wasik’s Cheese Shop is also a must-see, Kessler says – it’s a local gourmet cheese and specialty foods store where the staff knows everyone’s name. <br><br>Dana Hall shares its name with a private, all-girls school that sits within its borders. The school is a private educational institution for girls in grades five through 12. More than 10% of its students are from abroad, and more than 100 students live on campus. Girls from Wellesley attend Dana Hall, Kessler says, but they also attend Wellesley public schools, which have a stellar reputation. The public school system in town is graded A+ by Niche, and so is Wellesley High School. <br><br>Dana Hall is located about 17 miles southwest of downtown Boston. You can walk from the neighborhood to the Wellesley Square station on the commuter rail, which will take you inbound to Boston’s South Station and outbound to Worcester. The neighborhood has a mix of commuters, remote workers, reverse commuters and people who have lived in their homes for decades. Some of the staff of Wellesley College also lives there, Kessler says. It’s a welcoming, vibrant place, and if you live here, you’ll never want to leave.
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