$823,922Average Value$402Average Price per Sq Ft5Homes For Sale
Peaceful suburban living in Greater Boston
Wilmington is a suburban town less than 20 miles north of Boston that attracts homebuyers for its proximity to major highways, commuter rail access and well-established residential communities. Once a rural farming area, Wilmington has transitioned into a bedroom community with more than 23,000 residents and quiet neighborhoods. Although there is a manufacturing presence with large tech employers such as Analog, Charles River Laboratories and AGFA BayerCorp, many residents work outside of town and have jobs in health, science and technical sectors. “It’s a community-oriented, sleepy little town close to Boston, and it’s been written up a million times as one of the best places in the country to live,” says Druann Jedrey, real estate agent at Leading Edge Real Estate who had an office in Wilmington for 15 years. “The people who live there love it.”
Ranch and split level style homes are common in Wilmington.
Rows of homes built in the 21 century are found in Wilmington.
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New developments available in Wilmington
Peaceful streetscapes and friendly neighbors define Wilmington. The median home price here is $730,000, which is higher than the state’s median. Small Cape Cods, cottages and ranch styles start at $450,000 and can go over $600,000. Split-levels and raised ranches go from $700,000 to around $900,000, and newly built Colonial Revivals from the 2000s can fetch close to $2 million. Condos and townhouses are primarily concentrated in the downtown area near Wilmington Station. Many newer developments are priced from $450,000 to approximately $750,000 for condos, and around $700,000 for townhouses. “You have neighborhoods that were built in the 1950s and 1960s with split-level homes, and then you have newer developments where houses are in the $1 million range and above,” Jedrey says.
Split level homes are common in Wilmington.
Wilmington has newly built townhomes.
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Spectacular views at Silver Lake, the town's beloved nature area
Wilmington Town Common is the gathering place for many of the town’s community events, including Easter and July 4th holiday celebrations. In the summertime, residents go to Silver Lake to fish, swim or cool off. The Yentile Farm Recreational Facility has a soccer field, basketball courts and playgrounds. In addition to maintaining the local parks, the town’s recreation department offers a robust sports and enrichment program to residents, ranging from culinary and language classes to dance workshops and youth sports leagues.
A group plays soccer at the Yentile Farm Recreational Facility in Wilmington.
A kid shoots their shot on a basket at Yentile Farm Recreational Facility in Wilmington.
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Public and private schools in town
Wilmington Public Schools serves close to 2,800 students and has a B-plus score on Niche. The district features an early learning center, two elementary and two intermediate schools, one middle school and one high school. Notably, Wilmington High made the U.S. News & World Report best high school ranking for the 2023 to 2024 school year. The high school scores an A-minus on Niche and has a 98 percent graduation rate as well as a 91 percent college placement rate. For private schooling, the K-8 Abundant Life Christian School and Childcare offers a rigorous academic curriculum and rates an A-minus. Several community colleges are within 20 miles of the town, including Bunker Hill, North Shore and Northern Essex Community College’s satellite campus in Lawrence.
All of the students in town converge into Wilmington Middle School for Grades 6 to 8.
Wilmington High School is located right across from the town common.
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Public transit options and proximity to Boston
Wilmington is close to several state routes and major highways, including Interstates 495, 93 and 95. The town also has two MBTA commuter rail stations, Wilmington and Wilmington North, with rail service to Boston’s North Station. Several MBTA bus routes also serve Wilmington, and the town offers free paratransit services for residents over 60. The capital city and Boston Logan International Airport are less than 20 miles south, and the New Hampshire border is 35 miles away. Boston Logan International Airport is less than 20 miles south. Wilmington has several medical clinics and is close to Winchester Hospital and Edith Nourse Rogers Memorial Veterans' Hospital, both of which are about 10 miles away.
Shops and staple establishments along Main Street
Many retailers and restaurants are along Wilmington’s main thoroughfare, Main Street. Wilmington Plaza features big-box and grocery stores, local businesses, a pharmacy and several banks. Lowell Street has more eateries, and several additional commercial buildings are along Interstate 93.
Local residents in Wilmington go to the popular Market Basket grocery store in town.
The Red Heat Tavern in Wilmington, MA is a popular local stop for dinner and drinks.
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Holiday celebrations and community events
Wilmington has many community-oriented events that bring its residents together. Its Independence Day celebration has a pie bake-off, live music and entertainment, a fireworks show and fun activities. The annual fall festival is another big celebration in town, featuring a traditional 5K race, food trucks and a market with goods made by local artisans and crafters. Additional events include a beach day with sandcastle contests at Town Beach, a fishing derby at Silver Lake, concerts at Town Common and a Festival of Trees celebration.
Crime data from 2023
According to data from Wilmington’s police department, while the number of violent crimes has moderately increased, property crimes have remained the same from 2022 to 2023.
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On average, homes in Wilmington, MA sell after 18 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in Wilmington, MA over the last 12 months is $712,500, down 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
This first floor, corner, rear-facing unit is the only 1 bedroom available in The Alice, a newly built 50-unit three-story building located with convenient access to the commuter rail, Rt. 128 & 93, and many local restaurants and shops. This modern home offers a thoughtfully designed open layout flooded with natural light. It includes modern finishes, stainless steel appliances, quartz
One level living at its best. This is a beautiful 2 Bed, s bath, primary suite. Expansive amenity spaces including a clubroom, fitness center, conference room, lounge, secure package room and work from home offices, along with an HOA-owned Wi-Fi Network. All units feature LVT flooring, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, tiled showers with frameless glass doors and/or tub surrounds,
Experience the ease of single-level living in this beautiful pet friendly two-bedroom condominium. Last D style floor plan at the Alice. Designed for both comfort and convenience, the community offers exceptional amenities, including a clubroom, fitness center, conference room, resident lounge, secure package room, work-from-home offices, and an HOA-owned Wi-Fi network. Each residence features
This first floor, corner, rear-facing unit is the only 1 bedroom available in The Alice, a newly built 50-unit three-story building located with convenient access to the commuter rail, Rt. 128 & 93, and many local restaurants and shops. This modern home offers a thoughtfully designed open layout flooded with natural light. It includes modern finishes, stainless steel appliances, quartz
One level living at its best. This is a beautiful 2 Bed, s bath, primary suite. Expansive amenity spaces including a clubroom, fitness center, conference room, lounge, secure package room and work from home offices, along with an HOA-owned Wi-Fi Network. All units feature LVT flooring, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, tiled showers with frameless glass doors and/or tub surrounds,
Come Love Lume at 635 Main Street WilmingtonWelcome to modern, convenient living in this beautiful 1st-level, 1-bedroom condo. Boasting an array of premium community amenities and sleek individual features, this unit is an absolute must-see! stunning Not to be missed. In unit laundry, underground parking garage deeded spot, Game room, Fitness center, yoga room, work from home office pods and
Experience the ease of one-level living in this top-floor, 2-bedroom, 2-bath condominium at The ALICE. This brand new build home offers modern finishes, an open layout, and a private balcony—the perfect spot to enjoy your morning coffee.The stylish kitchen features a large center island, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, LVT) flooring that flows throughout the home. Both bathrooms
Welcome to The Lume Condominiums, Wilmington's newest condo conversion community featuring modern amenities including the Clubroom, Fitness Center + Yoga Room, WFH Offices, Pet Spa & more. The highly sought Townhomes on property feature expansive living spaces on three levels. These 3bed 3.5bath homes cover all the essentials. Lower level features oversized attached garage and office/den or
Experience the ease of single-level living in this beautiful pet friendly two-bedroom condominium. Last D style floor plan at the Alice. Designed for both comfort and convenience, the community offers exceptional amenities, including a clubroom, fitness center, conference room, resident lounge, secure package room, work-from-home offices, and an HOA-owned Wi-Fi network. Each residence features
Welcome to Rachel’s Village! From the moment you enter you will be impressed by the pristine condition in this stunning home, very well-maintained and offering comfort, convenience, and low-maintenance living. This gorgeous townhouse-style condo features 2 bedrooms, 2 full & 2 half baths. Home features hardwood floors throughout with many upgrades. Every room showcases quality, style, and pride
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306 at Baldwin Crossing offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, and convenience. This move-in-ready top floor 1-bedroom, 1-bath residence is located in Wilmington's newest boutique condominium community and features an open, thoughtfully designed layout with quartz countertops, in-unit laundry, oversized transom windows, and contemporary finishes throughout. One deeded parking space adds
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BLINK AND IT WILL BE GONE.... BRING YOUR CHECKBOOK! Resort-style living with heated pool and cabana. Single-level living in this meticulous Ranch with 3-bedrooms, 2-baths, open floor plan layout with hardwood flooring, a fireplaced living room, and a spacious kitchen featuring an island, granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. The partially finished lower level provides additional
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Move-in-ready 3-bed, 1.5-bath raised ranch (approx. 1,668 sq ft) in a quiet, sought-after neighborhood—an easy place to settle in and feel at home • Bright open kitchen/dining with sliders to a large deck and a private backyard that's great for cookouts, relaxing, or letting everyone spread out • Finished lower level with a cozy brick fireplace creates a perfect second hangout space (movie
Princeton Wilmington Apartments in Wilmington, MA blends modern design with everyday comfort in a highly desirable suburban location just north of Boston. This brand-new, pet-friendly community will offer 108 thoughtfully designed apartment homes with smart home features, spacious eat-in kitchens, and private balconies or patios that extend your living space outdoors. Residents will enjoy EV
Welcome to a secluded gem where the best parts of home come together, naturally. Nestled at the top of a rolling hill, and neighboring a pleasant stretch of unspoiled forest, you’ll find an apartment community in the Greater Boston Tech Corridor unlike any other. Schedule a tour today of J Woburn Heights 1 and 2 bedroom apartments in Woburn, MA. In addition to rent, residents are responsible for
Welcome to Station 316, a community designed to feel like an oasis. Indoor and outdoor spaces extend life beyond your front door with plush amenities like four distinct courtyards with games, picnic areas, BBQ grills, and lush landscaping, blending lively social options with serene peaceful ones. Whether it's for work or pleasure, commuting is a breeze from Station 316 Apartments. With a station
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Regency Place Apartment Homes offers modern one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments in Wilmington, Massachusetts, combining upscale features with everyday convenience. Each pet-friendly home includes full-size in-home washer and dryer, private balconies or patios, individually controlled heating and air conditioning, energy-efficient windows, and spacious walk-in closets, with select residences
Boasting a perfect blend of luxury and convenience, Metro at Wilmington Station takes the best parts of uptown New England living and nearby Boston and packages it into an unbeatable apartment lifestyle.Recharge and revitalize your life with access to the best in-home and on-site amenities, quality dining options, and premiere shopping venues nearby. Stately
This furnished sunny apartment has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. Office can be turned into a 3 bedroom if needed. It is in a safe and attractive neighborhood. It offers 1,120 square feet of living space. It is on the second floor. All rooms provide ample space for relaxation. The bathroom is equipped with standard fixtures and is conveniently located near the bedrooms. Each bedroom is designed for
ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED!! TOTAL ALL IN - $4,200/month. FABULOUS LOCATION! ACROSS FROM TOWN COMMON, HIGH SCHOOL, LIBRARY AND MINS TO NO. WILM COMMUTER RAIL. Welcome to this METICULOUSLY maintained 8 room, 3 bdrm, 2 full bath apartment in this lovingly cared for family home. This apartment is located in the back of the property off the screen porch. New updates features carpets, interior freshly
North Wilmington attracts homebuyers with its slow pace and convenient location, just under 20 miles from Boston. Though the neighborhood is primarily residential, there are a few shops, restaurants, schools and parks nearby. North Wilmington has a CAP Index crime score of 1, which is significantly lower than the national average of 4. “It’s just one of those small communities that still feels really homey, and everybody knows each other and helps each other out,” says Lauren O’Brien, a Realtor with Leading Edge Real Estate, who has decades of experience in the area. The neighborhood is close to Interstate 93, Route 125 and Wilmington’s commuter rail station into Boston. After a day in the city, North Wilmington locals can return to their quiet homes, tucked away on secluded roads.
Between Target and Elia’s Country Store, which carries homemade soups and other prepared foods, groceries are covered in North Wilmington. Market Basket, Walmart and Stop & Shop are also available within 4-mile drives from the center of the neighborhood. Dining options are found near the Target, between I-93 and Route 125. The Habit Burger Grill serves up classic American fare, while Panchos Cantina has authentic Durango bowls and margaritas. For a meal and an activity, K1 Speed has an electric go-kart course, complete with its Paddock Lounge restaurant and bar. As the only K1 location in Greater Boston, visitors come from all over the area.
Forest and conservation areas, small bodies of water and recreational parks surround North Wilmington. On the northern sector of the neighborhood, mountain bikers, hikers and birdwatchers head to Wilmington Town Forest. One of its more popular wooded paths leads up a hill to a water tower and the highest peak of the area, where Boston can be spotted in the distance on a clear day. During the summer, Silver Lake Town Beach, about 4 miles away, has a swimming spot with lifeguards, a fishing dock and an adjacent park with sand volleyball and a playground. Residents have just about 4-mile proximity to the Harold Parker State Forest, which is a popular destination for summer sleepaway camps, as well as land and water activities for a day visit.
North Wilmington residents can participate in town-wide events just a few miles south, without having to deal with the resulting rush of traffic at home. “They have a cute gazebo area in the center of town where they host a fabulous Fourth of July celebration every year,” O’Brien says. “And, they have a Horribles Parade for Halloween. There are lots of youth and adult programs.” Restaurants downtown will also host live music events, such as relaxed jazz and piano at Tremezzo Ristorante. Sundays during the summer mean socializing at the farmers market, about 3 miles away near Wilmington High School.
North Wilmington’s streets branch out from each other sporadically, not quite following a grid. Sidewalks are uncommon, and sizeable front lawns often separate properties from the main roads. Cape Cods, ranch styles and colonials constitute most of the area’s architecture. Single-family homes typically sell between $650,000 and around $1 million, though outliers pop up on either end of the range. Starter homes on the more affordable end tend to be ranch styles and Capes, providing 1,500 square feet and one or two bedrooms. Pricier options will likely net a four- or five-bedroom, updated home measuring at over 3,000 square feet. With more demand and low inventory, the competition continues to increase. “The housing market, despite the interest rates, is still super hot,” O’Brien says. “If a home is priced accurately, sellers are still getting multiple offers at over asking.”
Students may begin at the Wildwood Early Childhood Center, which earns a B-minus grade on Niche, before starting first grade at Woburn Street Elementary School, which has a B-plus. North Intermediate School, for fourth and fifth grade, and Wilmington Middle School both have B-plus grades, as well. Wilmington High School scores an A-minus and features facilities that were updated in 2014. Students here have many extracurricular options, including robotics and mock trial clubs. Faith-based, private education is available at Abundant Life Christian School and Learning Center for prekindergarten through eighth grade. Phillips Academy Andover sits about 6 miles away and is ranked the No. 1 best private high school in the state and No. 4 in the country by Niche.
There are numerous transit options for the under-20-mile trip into Downtown Boston. The Wilmington Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (T) station is just a few miles south, providing 30-minute rides into Boston’s North Station. I-93 passes through the neighborhood for those who prefer to drive into the city or to Boston Logan International Airport, which is about 20 miles away. This interstate leads to Lawrence General Hospital, as well, which is the most popular medical hub within about 10 miles. Christian churches are also accessible in the Wilmington area, while synagogues and a masjid can be found to the north in Andover.
Property Mix - Square Feet
Wilmington Has More Owners
Rental Home Trends
Number of Homes for Rent
1
Median Rent
$2,500
Median Condo Rent
$2,500
Demographics
Total Population
22,751
Median Age
43
Population under 18
22.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$151,029
Significantly above the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$171,045
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.2%
College Graduates
49.5%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
19.6%
% Population in Labor Force
74.8%
Above the national average
64.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
49''
Average Winter Low Temperature
18°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
20''
Area Factors
Somewhat bikeable
Bikeability®
30/ 100
Somewhat walkable
Walkability®
30/ 100
Limited public transit
Transit®
20/ 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic
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