Why Live in Linden Highlands
As U.S. Route 1 winds northward from Boston, it forms the eastern edge of Linden Highlands. This neighborhood in Malden, Massachusetts, is tucked away between Route 1 and Broadway, one of Malden’s key streets. Although Linden Highlands is separate from Malden’s most prominent commercial hubs and parks, it’s one of the most convenient neighborhoods for commuting to Boston, a 9 mile drive to the south. Split-level homes, Colonial Revivals and contemporary-style condo units line streets branching off Center Avenue and Broadway. Meanwhile, mobile homes are packed into a small community on the north end of Linden Highlands. Condos are priced in the $500,000s, while single-family prices vary from $500,000 to $1 million. The majority of people in the neighborhood rent, with apartment buildings filling out the center of Linden Highlands. Kindergartners through eighth graders can attend Linden STEAM Academy, a public school across the street from Linden Highlands. Graded a B by Niche, the school emphasizes project-based learning, utilizing facilities such as a robotics lab and a makerspace. It’s less than 2 miles to Malden High School, scored a B-plus. Malden Catholic gets an A-plus, and
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Linden Highlands a good place to live?
Linden Highlands is a good place to live. Linden Highlands is considered somewhat walkable and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. It has a median age of 35. The average household income is $102,482 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 65.6% of residents. A majority of residents in Linden Highlands are renters, with 86.9% of residents renting and 13.1% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Linden Highlands can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Linden Highlands neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Linden Highlands?
The median home price in Linden Highlands is $312,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $62,400 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,620 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $69K a year to afford the median home price in Linden Highlands. The average household income in Linden Highlands is $102K.
What are the best public schools in Linden Highlands?
The best public schools that serve Linden Highlands are:
- Malden High School has a B+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 16:1 and an average review score of 3.9.
What are the best private schools in Linden Highlands?
The best private schools that serve Linden Highlands are:
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Are home prices dropping in Linden Highlands?
Yes, home prices in Linden Highlands are down 28% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Linden Highlands, MA
On average, homes in Linden Highlands, Malden sell after 17 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Linden Highlands, Malden over the last 12 months is $375,000, down 42% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$375,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$470,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$312,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$470,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$219,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$268
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
23
Median List Price
$312,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
-2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-42%