Downtown Woburn
Suburban Neighborhood in Woburn, Massachusetts
Middlesex County 01801
Mix of older Colonial-style homes and new construction
“The houses in Downtown are often older and give a broad range in terms of housing styles,” Devine says. “The streets are well laid out, and there are quite a few multifamily homes in the area.” Other styles include ranch-style properties, classic Cape Cod dwellings and a handful of condominiums. There are also a number of homes with Colonial-style architecture, some of which date back centuries. Condo units often cost between $350,000 and $800,000, while a majority of single-family properties sell between $500,000 and $900,000. Recently, the city has seen an influx of larger new-build single-family homes that sell for over a million, which Devine says is one of the more noticeable changes happening in Woburn: “If I told someone in the 1970s that there was a house on the market for $1 million, they would’ve thought I was talking about the whole block.”
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Walk around Horn Pond
Downtown Woburn encompasses the Horn Pond Recreation Area and Horn Pond walking path, which Devine says is about 2.5 miles around: “There’s always people walking around the pond, and there’s a smattering of fitness stations sprinkled along the pathway.” There are also several smaller parks throughout the area, including Clapp Park, Green Street Playground, Library Park and Red Rock Hill Park. Adjacent to the Horn Pond Recreation Area are the Woburn Community Gardens and the Woburn Country Club, a public golf course established in 1922. “There’s a lot of activities for kids in the area: hockey is big in Woburn, soccer has come a long way, there’s a boys and girls club, and we have a YMCA which has a pool and offers classes,” Devine says.
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Students attend Woburn Public Schools
Woburn Public Schools consists of five elementary schools, two junior high schools and one high school, many of which have been recently renovated. For kindergarten through fifth grade, young learners can attend either Shamrock Elementary or Malcolm White Elementary School, which are rated B-minus and C, respectively. Daniel L. Joyce Middle School, rated C-plus, and Kennedy Middle School, rated B-minus, are the two junior highs that accommodate grades six through eight. Woburn Memorial High School (WMHS) is the city’s secondary institution and receives a B-minus rating; the high school is also home to a visual and performing arts department with tailored creative classes for students.
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Local philanthropy group organizes the annual Woburn Halloween Parade
June 2024 marks the return of Flag Day, a popular holiday festival: Sam Walker’s American Tavern collaborates with the Kiwanis Club of Woburn to put together the summertime celebration, which is full of crafts, live entertainment, food trucks and local artisan vendors. In October, the Woburn Host Lions Club, a local philanthropic organization, puts together the Woburn Halloween Parade, which draws thousands of attendees: “The parade is always on the last Sunday of October, but if you go down Main Street on Friday afternoon, you’ll see people already have their chairs out,” Devine says.
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Proximity to Interstate 93 and the MBTA Commuter Rail
Downtown Woburn is close to two major highways: Route 128, Interstate 95, and Interstate 93. “During rush hour, it could take you 40 minutes to get to Boston, but in the middle of the day, it can take only 20,” Devine says. “We also have several bus lines and the commuter rail, so it’s a really good position for people who are looking to be close enough to work in Boston but not too close.” The nearby Winchester Center train station offers service along the MBTA Commuter Rail Lowell and Haverhill Lines; MBTA also operates bus services through the Downtown area via Route 354 and 134. Less than a mile outside the neighborhood is the Winchester Hospital, which offers numerous healthcare services and operates a 24-hour emergency room.Diverse culinary scene along Main Street
Most of the restaurants and shopping areas in Downtown Woburn are located along Main Street and Winn Street; local stores include National Music Inc., a family-owned music supply store, and Central Woburn Meat Market, a butcher shop. “Woburn is very diverse in its culinary tastes – we have Portuguese, Greek, Italian and Mexican restaurants,” Devine says. “I don’t think there’s a culture we don’t represent in terms of culinary factor. You can find everything from a pizza place and sub shop to gourmet dining.” For American cuisine, locals can stop by The Brickyard, which features an extensive outdoor patio area, or The Restaurant, which serves classic comfort foods in a laid-back diner setting. Just north of the neighborhood across Interstate 95 is a Stop & Shop supermarket offering a wide selection of groceries, a bakery and a deli.
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Woburn Public Library is a National Historic Landmark
Downtown Woburn is home to Woburn Public Library, a major focal point of the city and a designated National Historic Landmark. Built in 1856, the Romanesque Revival building is covered in intricately detailed stone features like columns and rounded entryways. “The library had an addition built a few years ago, which is beautiful and doesn’t detract from the original building,” Devine says. The library provides resources and activities for people of all ages and strengthens the community through programs such as #WoburnUnites.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Beverlee Vidoli
Beverlee Vidoli
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX Realty Experts
(781) 537-0770
142 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Woburn
$1,920,000 Price
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Kelly Dimbat
Kelly Dimbat
Responds QuicklyLamacchia Realty, Inc.
(781) 557-4147
136 Total Sales
3 in Downtown Woburn
$590K - $820K Price Range
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Mary Kelly
Mary Kelly
Century 21 Property Central Inc.
(339) 229-6334
83 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Woburn
$520,000 Price
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ZhiChao Chen
ZhiChao Chen
Space Realty
(855) 528-1854
159 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Woburn
$910,000 Price
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Mary Hardiman
Mary Hardiman
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
(781) 537-7169
7 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Woburn
$540,000 Price
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Saad Munir
Saad Munir
Torii, Inc.
(774) 458-7735
125 Total Sales
2 in Downtown Woburn
$610K - $717K 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
Forest Park
Leland Park
Weafer Park
Davidson Park
Clapp Park
Well Park
Horn Pond Recreation Area
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Downtown Woburn | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Downtown Woburn Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Downtown Woburn, Woburn sell after 16 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Downtown Woburn, Woburn over the last 12 months is $657,500, down 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$649,900
Median Sale Price
$657,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$769,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$665,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$481,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
-1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
112
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-6%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$440
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
4,030
Number of Homes for Sale
12
Median Year Built
1952
Months of Supply
1.30
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,714
Below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,294
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,132
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
670
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
9,583
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
16,702
Median Age
43
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$98,064
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$123,503
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
91.6%
College Graduates
44.6%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
18.9%
% Population in Labor Force
71.1%
Above the national average
65.1%
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®
46
/ 100
Walker's Paradise
Walk Score®
92
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
28
/ 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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