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The Town of Weston is an attractive suburban town on the perimeter of metropolitan Boston. Incorporated in 1713, the town is located on a rugged upland plateau. Early settlers discovered that the amount of useful agricultural land was limited as was the water power potential in the town. But colonists moving in from Watertown in the mid-17th century established scattered farms in Weston and by 1679 a sawmill, several taverns, some doctors and, according to the historians, "probably some lawyers", had settled in Weston.
By the 18th century residents were profiting by the traffic on the Boston Post Road. Taverns of great historic importance were established on the Road. The Golden Ball Tavern, built in 1750, still exists in the town. Unfortunately, commercial stagnation followed the loss of business after the opening of the Worcester Turnpike in 1810 drew commercial traffic from the Boston Post Road. Townspeople turned to boot and shoe making, and the manufacturing of cotton and woolen mill machinery.
By 1870, substantial country estates were being built in Weston by Bostonians, establishing a prosperous residential character for the town. Farming continued to be a significant support for the local economy and an organ factory opened in 1888 which employed some residents. The Weston Aqueduct and Reservoir was built in 1903 and the Hultman Aqueduct followed it in 1938 to bring Quabbin Reservoir water into Boston. In exchange, Boston residents continued to build homes in Weston, many of them architect designed. Such famous architects as McKim and Richardson designed luxurious houses in the town, which witnessed a rapid increase in population from 1920 to 1935 and then again after World War II.
The Boston oriented suburbanization has continued as a major factor of the town's development. Residents are very proud of the town's school system and the handsome homes in quiet, well-kept neighborhoods, but tend to brush off the town's reputation as one of the most affluent communities in the state. Weston has carefully retained significant amounts of open space and maintains over 60 miles of hiking and horseback riding trails, playgrounds, ball fields, golf courses and cross-country skiing areas.
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School System Info
MCAS Ranking (of 351 towns) in State:
10th Grade Math: |
2 |
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10th Grade Eng: |
4 |
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8th Grade Math: |
24 |
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8th Grade Eng: |
46 |
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8th Grade Science: |
10 |
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4th Grade Math: |
7 |
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4th Grade Eng: |
8 |
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Spending/Student:
$12,196
Average SAT scores:
1839
Student/Teacher Ratios:
12.2 to 1
Community
Population:11,698 Median Income in town: $197,904 Population Density: (people per square mile)
Crime Rate (per 1000 residents):
Property: 1.9 / 1,000
Violent: N/A / 1,000
Real Estate
Number of active:
Singles/Condos/Multis:
113
/ 17
/ 0
Median home price this year: N/A Median home price last year: $1,250,000
Median home price 5 yrs ago: $1,256,213
% change since last year: N/A
% change since 5 years ago: N/A
Avg single family tax bill:
$13,739
Transportation
Rail info: (T stops, commuter rail stops)
Hastings (Fitchburg/South Acton Line) Kendal Green (Fitchburg/South Acton Line) Silver Hill (Fitchburg/South Acton Line)
Subway info:
subway
Bus lines:
bus
Miles to Boston:
17
Drive time to Boston (minutes):
24
Rail time to Boston:
35
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RECENT LISTING
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$995,000
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Sited on a magnificently landscaped lot in one of the most desirable neighborhoods in Weston, this beautifully maintained sprawling contemporized ranch offers vaulted/cathedral ceilings and an open floor plan.South facing with great sunlight throughout the day.Updated kitchen and bathrooms,sunken living room, dining room, library, and four generous size bedrooms on one level.The master suite has its own private bath, sauna, and cedar closet.Convenient to commuter rail, major rts, and schools.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$2,750,000
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Stunning colonial on 1.95 acres in the south side of Weston with private flat back yard, gunite pool and mature landscaping. The residence has undergone additions, redesign and decorating including fabric walls, faux painting, expanded dining and family rooms and expansive master suite with two dressing areas and sitting room. All updates include highest quality including Sherle Wagner fixtures, Stark carpeting, Viessman boiler and more.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$1,075,000
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Classic center entrance Col with lovely foyer and 7'10" ceiling hght. in ngbhd setting on ended way. Formal lvg rm with fireplace and French doors to stone patio, spacious dining rm w/ built-in, front to back master bedroom w/ walk-in closet Large country kitchen w/ center island and door to tiered deck for summer grilling! Sunny walk out lower level includes large finished area with playroom, full bath/laundry, guest/au pair room & unfinished workshop and utilities. Walk to train /trails.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$1,675,000
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Stately home on 2 private acres in desirable neighborhood. This grand brick Colonial, built to last with steel beam construction, was designed for entertaining. Marbled foyer flows to living rm, formal dining rm, kitchen with breakfast nook, and family rm. Expansive solarium opens to patio and pool. Master suite with marbled bath, 2 walk-in closets & fireplace. Finished lower level has rooms for every purpose. Attached 5-car garage. Priced below assessment, this home awaits your personal touch.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$1,550,000
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An architecturally designed country retreat on 3 acres abutting the reservoir, town trails, and conservation land. This timeless renovation takes advantage of the picturesque setting to create a special home for sophisticated indoor/outdoor entertaining. The open floor plan features a designer kitchen and family room. A versatile game room/office has a cathedral ceiling. The signature family room, master suite, mahogany deck and enclosed porch have magnificent views of the private grounds.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$409,000
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Stonegate at Weston offers a beautiful Townhouse located close to Weston's town center. A stunning condo with granite and stainless steel kitchen opens to a lovely dining rm. The living rm with fireplace leads to private garden patio. The master bdrm located on the second level features a luxurious bath. There is also a second sunny bedrm and a full bath on the 2nd floor. Wonderful features include hardwood floors throughout, central air, cul-de-sac location and many more. Impeccable condition
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$1,950,000
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Gorgeous center entrance colonial,situated on one Weston?s most scenic roads within walking access to town center,schools & recreation areas.Completely renovated this 11rm,5 bdrm home is open & inviting.Large living rm w fp,banquet size dinning rm.Sunfilled custom kitchen,large ctr island adjoins fam rm w French doors to bluestone patio.On 2nd fl,5 generous bedrms including master suite.Finished lower level w playrm&hobby rm.3rd fl bonus rm.Elegantly landscaped priv back.Open House 5/20 2:30-4
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$1,100,000
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5 bedroom contemporary, colonial. Expansive master suite with cathedral ceilings. Master bath with jacuzzi tub. Second floor laundry. Bright sunny kitchen with generous eat-in-area opens to family room with raised hearth brick fireplace. Dining and living rooms create formal entertaining areas. Finished walk out lower level with bar, and recreation room. Two home offices one on the second floor and one in the lower level. Views of beautiful brook. Sought after south side neighborhood.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$11,200,000
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Custom built 3 yr. old Brick Georgian Colonial,Marcus Gleysteen designed,set prominently overlooking the Weston Golf Course. Unrivaled architectural detail, extensive millwork,.a thoughtful floor plan thru-out includes the full walk-out lower level offering something for everyone. Specifics: water-struck brick exterior,slate roof ,elaborate security,Floors of onyx,marble,limestone & quarter-sawn oak, Mahogany doors,Pella windows,Chrystal fixtures.A Masterpiece for the truly Discriminating Buyer.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$971,250
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Space galore in this bright & sunny 5 bedrm, 2.5 bath south side Garrison Colonial featuring center island kitchen/family rm with fireplace, formal dining rm, fireplaced living rm plus office. Fully finished lower level includes play/game rm, 2nd family rm, craft rm and plenty of storage! Freshly painted exterior, mahogany deck, large back yard, extra large garage and circular drive are some of the extras that make this a great opportunity for families looking for top rated Weston Schools.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$2,250,000
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Weston's Southside-Country Club location, this exciting, totally renovated home offers location and convenience as well as a gorgeous, sun-filled one floor living home. Fabulous gourmet kitchen opens into a large family room, exquisite Living Room & Dining room - exceptional Master Suite with large closets and marble spa-type bath. Large lower level, lovely landscaped grounds and beautiful inground pool complete the picture. Four car garage. A Gem!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$580,000
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A Carl Koch Contemporary and part of the Kendall Common neighborhood sited on 1.11 acres of lovely private grounds with gardens and a Koi pond. This home has a wonderful open floor plan including a living and dining room that opens a fabulous kitchen. A first floor study with skylights, a sunroom and 2 bedrms complete the first level. The lower level has a family room with fireplace, the 3rd bedrm and an office with separate entry ideal for in home office potential. Excellent commuter location.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$2,450,000
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Completed May 2010 Pristine Arts and Crafts Style natural shingle home Sited on private and peaceful professionally manicured lush green lawn with flowering shrubs,stone walls,wrought iron and fence surround. Interior features capture attention to every detail displaying superior finish work.Designer kitchen has a warm mix of wood cabinetry and stone surfaces.State of the art Simple Home Automated system and phone app control.Walking trails and walk to town center complete this special home.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$1,780,000
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Premier location for contemporary Colonial sited on property abutting over 60 acres of town land with trails. Flexible floor plan offers first floor bedroom suite for in law or home office, and architect designed spectacular 2nd floor master suite with fireplace and deck. Custom built- ins, vaulted ceilings throughout, and floor to ceiling windows flood the home with natural light. Decks off family room and kitchen open to private backyard. Top rated Weston schools and only minutes to Boston.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$925,000
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This is the first time that this fabulous contemporary young town home has been on the market. The gourmet kitchen includes a stainless steel oven with warming / proofing drawer, built in microwave, double dishwasher, hands free pedal operated sink. First floor master bedroom includes screened porch and master bath with steam shower and 2nd bedroom w/ custom vanity. Hardwood floors with custom in-lay and Bamboo flooring. Open staircase with custom iron balusters. Trion Air Bear Filter included.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$2,799,000
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Location, Easy Commute, Exquisite Views of Peirce Pond and landscaping enhance this custom 9,000 sq. ft 1998 home with flexible floor plan. Gracious entertaining spaces. Kitchen/Family room with 1 1/2 story ceilings, fireplace, deck access, breakfast area, butler's pantry, chef's kitchen. Master Bedroom suite with fireplace, office & views to the pond, two over-sized walk in closet. Exquisite wood paneled sitting room. Private gardens and space for outdoor play. Rec. Rm and aupair
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$1,849,000
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Gorgeous 11rms, 4 bedrm antique colonial completely restored with the finest craftsmanship while preserving its historic character.Gorgeous pastoral grounds with patios, stone walls and gardens. The state-of-art kitchen leads to spacious family room w fp.Architectural period details in the dining room, study and living room of a bygone time period. Lovely master suite w views of the property and 3 additional spacious bedrms. Spectacular grounds abutting conservation.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$925,000
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This is the first time that this fabulous contemporary young town home has been on the market. The gourmet kitchen includes a stainless steel oven with warming / proofing drawer, built in microwave, double dishwasher, hands free pedal operated sink. First floor master bedroom includes screened porch and master bath with steam shower and 2nd bedroom w/ custom vanity. Hardwood floors with custom in-lay and Bamboo flooring. Open staircase with custom iron balusters. Trion Air Bear Filter included.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$3,595,000
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Magnificent Estate home in a gorgeous resort like setting with a stunning lagoon pool and dramatic rocky waterfall. Four lavish levels of sun filled interior space with exquisite decor, enormous media lounge with bar and billiards room, luxurious master suite with huge dressing room, lower level gym, game room and music room. Superb location with convenient access to downtown Boston and all routes,as well as top rated public schools. Enjoy a beautiful, chic paradise 15 minutes from Back Bay.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$2,499,000
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Spectacular 7 room contemporary Deck home set on 5 private acres.The open floor plan offers bright spacious rooms and features a magnificent 2 story great room with a floor to ceiling stone fireplace and walls of glass overlooking a large patio & manicured lawns. This property has a 4 stall barn,fenced in paddocks, in-ground pool and tennis court. The property abutts town conservation land & Campion Ctr for riding and walking trials. This is an organic farm.
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