North Main
Neighborhood in Winchester, Massachusetts
Middlesex County 01890
Suburban streets lined by single-family homes and shady trees
A thick tree canopy and tidy landscaping unify North Main’s residential streets, each encompassing a mix of single-family homes. Winchester's enduring desirability is illustrated by the century-spanning architectural styles that line blocks and cul-de-sacs. Buyers can find simple National-style and prewar homes built at the turn of the 20th century, Cape Cods and colonials built through the midcentury, scattered contemporary construction and most things in between. Single-family homes that are less than 2,000 square feet sell for $700,000 to $1.1 million. Larger single-family homes can go for around $1.5 million to $2.8 million, depending on their square footage, the size of their lots and interior upgrades. Sidewalks connect most of North Main, from the blocks that slope away from Main Street to the quieter waterfront streets near Winter Pond.Green spaces and recreation around North Main
At Horn Pond Recreation Area, visitors can walk miles of peaceful trails or launch a kayak into the water. “Ice skating on Winter Pond is really popular in the winter. It’s in the name,” Covino says. Tennis players square off at the Packer-Ellis Courts. Cyclists can take the Tri-Community Greenway from Winchester to Stoneham. Middlesex Fells Reservation sprawls across more than 2,000 acres of pond-pocketed forests within several miles of North Main.Attending highly rated Winchester Public Schools
Each Winchester Public School serving North Main earns an A-plus from Niche. Most kids start at Lynch Elementary School before attending McCall Middle School, though a small pocket on Pond Street is instead zoned for Vinson-Owen Elementary School. Winchester High School has developed a reputation for academic excellence through its full slate of Advanced Placement courses and extracurriculars, as well as its STEAM certificate program. Students can earn the certificate by completing coursework and work-based learning projects that deepen their understanding of science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics.Events at the Town Common
The Town Common is just south on Main Street, a hub for Winchester's community events throughout the year. One of the most popular is Winchester Town Day, a weekend street fair that returns at the beginning of each summer. Neighbors might compete in family-friendly games or browse vendor booths throughout the day, but everybody gets together to watch the traditional fireworks display at dusk.Driving and taking MBTA transit to Boston
Downtown Boston is less than 10 miles away down Interstate 93, though travel time will vary widely depending on traffic. Winchester Hospital is only a couple of miles away. While many residents rely on cars to get around, Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority buses make stops along Main Street. Winchester’s nearest MBTA commuter rail station, the Winchester Center station, is about a mile away. The T reaches North Station in around 20 minutes. Boston Logan International Airport is 10 miles from home.Looking ahead to business life on Main Street
Along Main Street, diners stop for a sandwich at Bill & Bob’s Roast Beef or enjoy the candlelight and authentic cuisine at Arancini Italian Restaurant. This North Main Street Corridor is a focal point in Winchester’s 2030 Master Plan. Zoning changes will encourage the development of a denser, mixed-use residential and commercial district, lined by first-floor storefronts, greenery and infrastructure that lends itself to walkability and public art. Ultimately, the area is set to be a gateway to the quaint, walkable strip of shops and restaurants that form Winchester's central business district just down the road. Whole Foods and Stop & Shop are less than a mile away for groceries.Horn Pond Brook flood zone
After unusually heavy rain, Horn Pond Brook may flood. While most of North Main is not near this flood zone, buyers should still consult maps to understand their potential risk and need for insurance.
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Julia Szymanski
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Kristin Weekley
Kristin Weekley
Responds QuicklyLeading Edge Real Estate
(351) 666-8379
246 Total Sales
1 in North Main
$885,000 Price
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Bill Lau
Bill Lau
Responds QuicklyWindsor Real Estate LLC
(781) 549-9606
44 Total Sales
1 in North Main
$1,360,000 Price
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Julie Gibson
Julie Gibson
Responds QuicklyGibson Sotheby's International Realty
(351) 666-4704
248 Total Sales
1 in North Main
$1,470,000 Price
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The Andrellos Team
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The Andrellos Team
Responds QuicklyBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
(339) 666-4885
20 Total Sales
1 in North Main
$1,175,000 Price
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Elizabeth Darby
Elizabeth Darby
Responds QuicklyBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
(774) 806-8772
72 Total Sales
1 in North Main
$1,530,000 Price
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Hudson Santana
Hudson Santana
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Realty Boston Northwest
(339) 229-6926
548 Total Sales
3 in North Main
$1.2M - $1.6M Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Well Park
Transit
North Main Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in North Main, Winchester sell after 20 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in North Main, Winchester over the last 12 months is $1,450,000, up 34% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$1,399,000
Median Sale Price
$1,450,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,372,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$1,450,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
18
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
34%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$567
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
478
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1932
Months of Supply
0.70
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,155
Above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,477
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,431
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,712
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,830
Median Age
42
Population under 18
28%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$195,097
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$195,583
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
99.4%
College Graduates
74.7%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
51.9%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
70.5%
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®
42
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
55
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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