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Grand homes next to Winchester's town center
West of Winchester’s town center, the rolling hills of Massachusetts level out and fold into a residential neighborhood called The Flats. The hamlet offers a slice of luxurious suburban living less than 10 miles north of Boston. Its streets are lined with grand homes, many set on modest lots with neatly landscaped lawns. Along with upscale living, The Flats also offers proximity to Winchester’s vibrant downtown district and access to top-performing schools, making the neighborhood a sought-after corner of suburban Boston.
Traditional home styles imbue an established feel
Tucked underneath a lush canopy of trees, the traditional homes of The Flats create an established feel. Colonial-revival homes are most common, with crisp white or brick facades and classic black shutters. English Tudors, Dutch colonials and a few Victorian-style homes are sprinkled in to the mix. The median listing price for homes hovers around $2.3 million. Luxury condos range between $720,000 and $990,000, while townhouses and duplexes can be between $900,000 and $1.6 million. Single-family homes typically start around $1.3 million and can fetch up to $4.8 million, depending on size and location.
Tudor style homes are a popular option for home hunters within The Flats neighborhood of Winchester.
Manicured lawns and homes that sit back off the street can be found all throughout The Flats neighborhood.
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Top-rated Winchester schools with high rankings
Winchester Public Schools serves students living in The Flats and is often lauded for its top ratings. The district, ranked the seventh-best in Massachusetts, earns an A-plus rating from Niche. Children may start at A-rated Ambrose Elementary before advancing to McCall Middle School. Serving more than 1,300 students, Winchester High School prides itself on high test scores and high ratings for teachers and academics. The middle and high schools each boast an A-plus from Niche. Nearby private schools include the A-plus-rated Phillips Academy Andover, which Niche ranks as the second-best private school in the United States.
Winchester High School has an A+ rating on Niche.
Ambrose Elementry School in Winchester has an overall grade of B on Niche.
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Recreational spaces include athletic fields and state parks
The Flats is surrounded by vast beaches, nature preserves and athletic facilities. The area’s many lakes and ponds allow for swimming, fishing and boating. Mystic Lakes State Park is home to Shannon Beach. At the 120-acre Whipple Hill Nature Preserve, nature lovers can explore 4 miles of trails. The Tri-Community Greenway leads from the town center to Ginn Field, a recreational area with a playground and ball fields. Pocket parks, such as Middlesex Park and Elliot Park, offer a corner of green for walking the dog, a picnic or a game of catch. And nearby country clubs allow golfers to perfect their swing.
The Mystic River Reservation invites locals to peer at its beautiful crystal stream.
The Stone Family Playground at Ginn Field in Manchester, MA.
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Local shopping and dining in Downtown Winchester
Train tracks bisect Downtown Winchester, which butts up against The Flats’ east side. The central district features old-charm brick buildings that house an amalgam of locally owned stores, businesses and restaurants. Above brick sidewalks, flowers adorn traditional street lamps. The Book Ends shop is hard to miss, thanks to its location in a Victorian-style corner building. Favorites for dining include Lucia Ristorante, loved for its family-style Italian dishes and old-country décor, and Black Horse Tavern, an equally cozy pub with an inviting atmosphere. Other dining options range from Mediterranean to Chinese. Nearby grocery stores include Stop & Shop and Whole Foods Market.
Grab a tasty bite at Black Horse Tavern in the Flats for either lunch or dinner.
Lucia is a popular restaurant serving up Italian comfort dishes near The Flats neighborhood.
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Reaching Boston by train or car
Train tracks run along the neighborhood’s east side, punctuated by the Winchester Center and Wedgemere train stations. Both are served by the Lowell train line, which connects to Boston’s West End. Drivers rely on Interstate 93 to get to the heart of Boston; the nearly 10-mile drive takes roughly 15 minutes in average conditions. Boston Logan International Airport is also about 10 miles away.
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The Flats Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in The Flats, Winchester sell after 30 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in The Flats, Winchester over the last 12 months is $2,575,000, up 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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