Why Live in West End
West End in Malden is a historic neighborhood known for its period homes and picturesque streets. The area features beautifully renovated Victorians, late 1800s Colonials, and 1900s Cape Cods, often clustered together within the neighborhood. Streets like Pine Street and Maple Street converge around Fellsmere Park, a leafy space designed by Frederick Law Olmsted. The park is ideal for walking, jogging and picnics, and also offers sports facilities. Amerige Field provides more athletic amenities, while the nearby Middlesex Fells Reservation offers extensive walking trails. The neighborhood's curving streets and sidewalks make it pedestrian-friendly, with major paths like the sidewalks along Fellsway East enhancing walkability. Interstate 93, just a mile west, provides easy access to Boston, 8 miles south, and other destinations. Public transportation options include buses running along Fellsway East. Malden High School serves the area and receives a B-plus overall grade from Niche. Residents enjoy local dining in Malden Center, which is walkable from the neighborhood. Popular spots include The Pearl Street Station Restaurant and District Kitchen, among plenty of creative restaurants.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is West End a good place to live?
West End is a good place to live. West End is considered fairly walkable and bikeable with great transit options. West End is a neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. West End has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is very dense in population with 23.9 people per acre and a median age of 37. The average household income is $104,967 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 45.5% of residents. A majority of residents in West End are renters, with 71.3% of residents renting and 28.7% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving West End can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
West End neighborhood guide.
Is West End, MA a safe neighborhood?
West End, MA is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 2 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in West End?
The median home price in West End is $437,450. If you put a 20% down payment of $87,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.22%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,150 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $92K a year to afford the median home price in West End. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in West End is $105K.
What are the best public schools in West End?
The best public schools that serve West End are:
- Malden High School has a B+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 16:1 and an average review score of 3.9.
- Beebe School has a B- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 13:1 and an average review score of 2.2.
What are the best private schools in West End?
The best private schools that serve West End are:
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Are home prices dropping in West End?
Yes, home prices in West End are down 19% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in West End, MA
On average, homes in West End, Malden sell after 32 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in West End, Malden over the last 12 months is $428,000, down 33% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$428,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$757,500
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$399,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$335,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$516
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
21
Median List Price
$437,450
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-33%