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Suburban living, friendly neighbors
At the intersection of Winchester, Woburn, and Lexington, Shaker Hill is a suburban neighborhood on the outskirts of Boston with a warm community spirit. “It’s the kind of place where you can go for a walk and people will come out of their homes to say hi,” said Eileen Doherty, who has worked in the area for 40 years. “You don’t often find a neighborhood like that. People will get a sense of the community and how friendly it is, and they tell all their friends.”
Massachusetts Avenue connects Lexington and Shaker Hill in Woburn.
Rambler style homes in Shaker Hill come in all shapes and colors.
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Varying houses at upscale prices
Home styles vary from one street to the next. Some streets are lined with stately, grandiose Colonial-style homes, while others feature more humble split-level and single-story homes. Few of the residential streets have sidewalks, and the hilly terrain means that stairs and retaining walls are common. Many of the homes were built in the mid-20th century, but new construction of condos make the most use of limited land. 3-bedroom homes built in the 1950s may sell for around $600,000, while larger 4-bedroom homes usually sell for more than $1 million. Condos and townhomes built since 2019 sell for around $950,000.
Rambler style homes are very common in Shaker Hill neighborhood.
There are beautiful rows of homes along Thornberry Rd in Shaker Hill.
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Public parks and private clubs
Shaker Hill is close to several parks, including the popular recreation spot of Whipple Hill. The 120-acre park includes 4 miles of trails, and the park’s namesake summit offers views of the Boston skyline. McClennen Park, which is adjacent to Whipple Hill, includes a playground, a skate park, multiple athletic fields and trails. Members can enjoy Winchester Swim and Tennis Club, a private facility within the neighborhood that includes a 25-yard pool and five tennis courts. The Club offers swim and tennis lessons for those who want to learn, and leagues for those who want to compete.
McClennen Park is a great place to spend the day near Shaker Hill.
Whipple Hill Conservation area is a great place to hike with your dogs in Shaker Hill.
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Straight-A Schools
Depending on where in Shaker Hill they live, students may attend Winchester or Lexington Public Schools, both of which have A+ ratings from Niche. Students on the eastern side of the neighborhood may attend Vinson-Owen Elementary, a prekindergarten through fifth-grade. From there, students move on to McCall Middle, where the world languages department features French, Italian, Mandarin, and Spanish. The district's Winchester High offers almost six dozen clubs for students, ranging from anime club to finance club. All schools earn an A+ rating from Niche.
The Vison-Owen Elementary is one of the five elementary schools in the Shaker Hill area.
The entrance to the McCall Middle School in Winchester, MA.
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Lexington events attract residents
Downtown Lexington, 3 miles west of Shaker Hill, offers plenty of things to do within a 10-minute drive. The Lexington Venue theater shows independent films and is available for rental for private parties. The Lexington Arts and Crafts society puts on exhibitions for local artists and holds classes and workshops including jewelry-making, painting and pottery. For families, there is a Launch trampoline park and amusement center about 3 miles from the neighborhood. The Cary Memorial Library, 3 miles west of the neighborhood, also hosts programs like book clubs, conversation groups for English language learners, and rotating arts exhibits. The library also offers free or discounted passes to museums in Boston, Arlington and Lexington.
John Parker, stands on the Battle Green in nearby Lexington greeting the Shaker Hill visitors.
Woburn Town Hall near the town of Shaker Hill has beautiful architecture.
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Commuter-friendly location
Shaker Hill is located about 12 miles north of Boston, a commute that will take between 25 and 45 minutes depending on traffic. There are several bus stops along Cambridge street, on the eastern side of the neighborhood, but commuters to Boston will have to change buses in order to complete the route. The Boston Logan International Airport is 14 miles from Shaker Hill and is served by more than 40 airlines. The Lahey Hospital and Medical Center is located about 4 miles southwest of Shaker Hill and offers personalized cancer care at the Lahey Health Cancer Institute.
Designer shopping, chic eateries
Shaker Hill is a quiet residential area, so there are no restaurants or retailers within the neighborhood boundaries. However, Doherty says that the dining options nearby include plenty of popular high-end eateries. Café Escadrille is a popular destination for the upscale continental fare like roast rack of lamb, and is located less than 3 miles north of the neighborhood. At the Burlington Mall, about 4 miles north of the neighborhood, residents can shop at high-end retailers like Nordstrom and eat at sophisticated steakhouses like Smith & Wollensky.
The Woburn Plaza shopping center, about a 2-mile drive east from Shaker Hill, includes a Whole Foods for grocery shopping and a Walgreens pharmacy. 3 miles north of the neighborhood, the Burlington Crossroads shopping center offers access to a Target and a MOM's Organic Market. There’s also a Trader Joe’s and a Market Basket supermarket within 4 miles of the neighborhood.
Shaker Hill residents crave the taste of the upscaled food at nearby Café Escadrille.
Nearby downtown Lexington offers a variety of shops for Shaker Hill folks to explore.
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Parks in this Area
Mary Cummings Park
McClennen Park
Baseball/Softball
Skateboard
Soccer
Whispering Hill Park
Vinson-Owen Science Park
Whipple Hill
Mullen Playfield
Horn Pond Recreation Area
Transit
Airport
General Edward Lawrence Logan International
24 min drive
Bus
Cambridge Rd & Parker St
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Cambridge Rd Opp Parker St
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Cambridge Rd & NE Rehab Hospital
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Cambridge Rd & Litchfield Dr
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223 Cambridge Rd Opp Crawford Rd
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Cambridge Rd & Country Club Rd
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205 Cambridge Rd Opp Day Circle
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Shakerhill
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Shakerhill Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Shakerhill, Woburn sell after 16 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Shakerhill, Woburn over the last 12 months is $759,500, down 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Located on Woburn's desirable west side, this beautiful colonial is a rare find that boasts an updated kitchen and first floor bath. The gleaming hardwood floors throughout the house add beauty and charm to this already exceptional home. Upstairs, in addition to two generous sized bedrooms, you will find the spacious primary bedroom that features a walk-in closet that connects to a large bath
A welcoming and sun-filled home with 2 bedrooms & 2 bathrooms. Sited on nearly a 1/4 acre lot with a large fenced-in back-yard with a deck and patio that's perfect for outdoor gathering. Enter into the main floor living room with a bay window that has a south-easterly view letting in plenty of sunshine. The dining area leads to a recently renovated kitchen with an egress to the side deck. Also on
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
5,133
Median Age
48
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
18.5%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
26.5%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$110,290
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$135,660
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
49.6%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
17.7%
% Population in Labor Force
66.6%
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®
26/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
50/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
28/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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