Weymouth

In Weymouth Landing, known locally as “The Landing,” future residents will find a welcoming small-town community with convenient access to Boston, which sits 15 miles away. “There are several options for getting into the city,” says local Realtor Rose Mancuso with Keller Williams Realty, Boston Northwest. “It’s easy to take the train or bus to get to a Bruins game or commute to work.” Popular schools sit throughout the neighborhood, ready to welcome young scholars. And when school’s out, parents and children head down Washington Street to try out all the different restaurants that line the road. Webb Park and Weston Park also create fun spaces for making memories with friends while getting some fresh air. Mancuso notes that her clients have purchased in Weymouth Landing for a few reasons. Some are downsizing and others are buying their first homes. Regardless of what brought them to Weymouth, residents of the neighborhood benefit from its quiet lifestyle and array of home choices. Most Weymouth Landing residents live in Colonial Revivals and ranch homes with grey or blue siding. Units waiting for renovations and upgrades can sell for $350,000, but move-in ready homes with three bedrooms, attached garages and paved driveways sell for $850,000 or more. Those who want to live in homes with history can find options that were built in the late 1800s or early 1900s. Bostonians who want to escape from busy city life but aren’t ready to buy a home can find condos and apartments around Commercial Street. Residents don’t have sidewalks near their homes when they want to go for a walk, but Washington Street and Commercial Street have sidewalks and crosswalks when people want to visit the restaurants after visiting the train station. Weymouth Landing’s youngest residents attend Frederick C. Murphy Elementary School, which gets a B from Niche. Next, they move on to A-minus-rated East Middle School. Weymouth High School earns a B-minus and sports a state-championship rugby team. The neighborhood also features two private Christian schools if parents want alternative options to public schools. “Chapman Middle School has the most incredible home economics program,” says Mancuso. “Their culinary lab is more like a world-renowned cooking school.” A popular outdoor space nearby is the playground at Weston Park, behind Tufts Library, a gorgeous public facility that recently underwent a $33 million renovation. When folks are looking for a change of scenery, they hop in their cars and head to Osprey Overlook Park, a beautiful natural space with a variety of walking and biking paths along the salt marsh and Back River. For those who prefer indoor exercise, Open Doors Yoga Studios has a Weymouth location inside of a turn-of-the-century room with lofty ceilings. “You can practice yoga while overlooking the landing,” says Mancuso. “It’s gorgeous.” George Lane Beach also welcomes residents to relax on the rocky shores or dip their toes in the water. Mancuso says many people grab coffee from Fuel America, a fun coffee shop that celebrates diversity, and watch their kids play on the playground. Bates Bar & Grill puts a Mediterranean twist on some favorite American dishes. Mancuso likes 4th and Cherry, a bar serving trendy appetizers and cocktails. “It’s a great little lounge, and they change their menu weekly.” Residents take a short trip to the Marketplace at Braintree to find more shopping destinations, such as Ulta and Hobby Lobby. When locals need groceries for homemade meals, they browse the fresh produce and kitchen staples at Stop & Shop or Shaw’s. Weymouth Landing attracts residents with quiet streets and a laidback lifestyle, but fun events help locals shake things up. Every November through April, locals visit the Weymouth Farmers Market to pick up locally grown produce, baked goods and handmade crafts. The Artisan Fair also draws a crowd every July. Neighbors and friends come together to support local craft experts. And finally, the fall season isn’t complete without the Pumpkin Give-A-Wey. Locals have multiple ways to get to Downtown Boston for a day of fun or to clock in for work. Commuters drive 15 miles north on Interstate 93 to land in the heart of downtown. Others park at the East Braintree/Weymouth Landing Station before hopping on the T line. The MBTA bus line also runs by the station, so people can easily commute by public transportation.