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Newton, known as the Garden City, is located six miles west of Boston. It lies within the so-called Boston Basin, a tiny structure of the Appalachian Mountain Range. Originally a part of Cambridge, Newton was settled in 630 and incorporated in 1688 with the first settlement in Newton Corner.
The Boston and Worcester Railroads established depots at what later became Newtonville and Auburndale in 1834. Newton is bounded on three sides by the Charles River and is a diverse community comprised of 14 villages, each with a unique character. The villages of Newton - listed alphabetically - are: Auburndale, Chestnut Hill, Four Corners, Newton Centre, Newton Corner, Newton Highlands, Newton Lower Falls, Newton Upper Falls, Newtonville, Nonantum, Oak Hill, Thomsonville and Waban. Newton is a vibrant community that is desirable as a place to live and work due to its proximity to Boston, nearness to various highway and public transportation systems, attractive neighborhoods and high property values, well-run municipal government, and a strong, nationally-recognized school system.
Newton has well maintained parks, bicycle and fitness trails, golf courses, a public pool and lake. From July through October there is an outdoor Farmer's Market. Newton has a new, state-of-the-art, award-winning Library which served 602,951 people in 1993, and is home to the Jackson Homestead Museum, one of 712 nationally-accredited museums (out of6,200 museums country-wide). Among the myriad arts and cultural organizations and activities, Newton has a Symphony Orchestra, resident theatre groups and an Arts in the Parks Program. Newton has been designated 1 of 3 cities nationwide to participate in a pilot tree bank, planting 6,800 seedlings. Newton has an extensive Institutional Network (I-Net) communications system which connects 63 municipal and institutional buildings, including all public schools. Newton was the recipient of the U.S. Conference of Mayors and Heinz Foundation awards for being the first city in the Commonwealth to administer a mandatory curbside recycling program. 90% of residents recycle, reducing incinerated tonnage by 33% and saving $468,000 in 1993.
In 1993, Newton was one of 5 cities nationwide, with a population over 50,000, to receive the U.S. Conference of Mayors' Livability Award. In 1993, there were $3.8 million worth of public works projects in process.
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School System Info
MCAS Ranking (of 351 towns) in State:
10th Grade Math: |
30 |
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10th Grade Eng: |
38 |
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8th Grade Math: |
28 |
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8th Grade Eng: |
39 |
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8th Grade Science: |
35 |
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4th Grade Math: |
21 |
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4th Grade Eng: |
52 |
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Spending/Student:
$11,431
Average SAT scores:
1762
Student/Teacher Ratios:
11.9 to 1
Community
Population:83,271 Median Income in town: $104,493 Population Density:
(people per square mile)
Crime Rate (per 1000 residents):
Property: 10.9 / 1,000
Violent: 1.2 / 1,000
Real Estate
Number of active:
Singles/Condos/Multis:
3
/ 4
/ 0
Median home price this year: N/A Median home price last year: $710,000
Median home price 5 yrs ago: $743,500
% change since last year: N/A
% change since 5 years ago: -5%
Avg single family tax bill:
$7,641
Transportation
Rail info: (T stops, commuter rail stops)
Auburndale (Framingham/Worcester Line)
Newtonville (Framingham/Worcester Line)
West Newton (Framingham/Worcester Line)
Subway info:
Green Line
Bus lines:
52, 59
Miles to Boston:
11
Drive time to Boston (minutes):
19
Rail time to Boston:
24
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RECENT LISTING
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$465,000
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Diamond in the rough! Charming Arts & Crafts bungalow in Newton Upper Falls awaits your updates. Major systems are new (New furnace (2009), new hot water heater & roof (2010)), and the opportunity exists to make this home shine! Located in quiet residential area with hardwood floors thruout, front and back porches plus a huge raw attic space awaiting your creativity! Big back yard for family BBQ's and fun!
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$419,000
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Spacious 3 bedroom unit in desirable Upper Falls location. First floor features eat in kitchen w/ stainless appliances, fireplaced living room, hardwood, laundry & full bath. 3 bedrooms & full bath on second floor. Unit updated with central air, new water heater, newer carpet and baths. Private storage, deeded parking and easy access to Rts 9 & 128, public transportation (T & bus #59) as well as many local shops & restaurants. Well managed association & great school district. Move right in.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$695,000
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Gorgeous, sun-filled new home (2006) with wonderful granite kitchen. Architecturally designed spaces, huge basement plumbed in for easy upgrade to more living space as in-law suite, home office, etc. This energy efficient home will reduce your energy bill and operating costs. Quiet, side street location yet easy access to the green line T stop at Elliot, and just up the street from Hemlock Gorge and Echo Bridge on the Charles River. *1st Showings at OPEN HOUSE SUN 1-3pm*
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$625,000
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Charming front-facing end unit in original mansard roof mansion. Three levels, three bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and fireplace. Features include original stair rails and some wide board pine floors. Washer/dryer in basement. Central air conditioning. Pet (small) friendly with association approval. Near shops, restaurants, and parks. Easy access to major highways. .
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$385,000
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Exceptional renovation of a 2 bedroom, 2 en-suite bath unit in an historic school building. Open floor plan with contemporary feel. Kitchen just finished with granite and stainless appliances. New washer and dryer in unit. Walking distance to Green Line and restaurants. Minutes to highways.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$649,000
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A romantic antique farm house in a bucolic setting on nearly 1/2 acre of rolling lawn and stone walls. First floor family room with fireplace. Country setting close to city amenities. On National Register of Historice Places and in the Historic Upper Falls District.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$290,000
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Wonderful large, loft 1 bdrm condo in converted turn of the century school house w/abundant natural light.Fantastic top floor unit offers 2 living levels,open floor plan w/cathedral ceiling,oversize windows,skylight,huge walk-in closet,central A/C & heating, washer/dryer in unit,extra storage,updated kitchen & appliances, new hrwd flrs,ample parking including 1 deeded spot. Close to the green line (Elliot Stop "D" line) offers convenience to other neighborhoods of Newton, Brookline and Boston.
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