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Newton is a large local suburban area roughly seven miles outside of Downtown Boston. Made up of 13 villages, Newton is considered by locals to be one of the nicest places to live in the area.
About the City of Newton
The City of Newton is quite a bit larger than most of the suburban areas surrounding it. Newton is made up of 13 unique villages including: Newton Corner, Newton Upper Falls, Newton Lower Falls, Newton Centre, West Newton, Newtonville, Auburndale, Chestnut Hill, Newton Highlands, Waban, and Oak Hill. The City of Newton was even voted #31 out of 50 for the best places to live in America! Diversity, job opportunities, great schools and cultural activities are just a few reasons why Newton is so great!
Education Opportunities
As well as being home to top rated public schools, Newton is also home to Lasell College, a small private higher lerning establishment in the neighborhood of Auburndale. Newton's public schools rank in the A range in most elements according to www.niche.com. Its reputation of higher learning standards make it a great place to bring your children to!
Homes in Newton
The median home value in Newton is just over one million. Newton is home to one of the most beautiful real estate markets out there, featuring gorgeous historic homes that are kept in gorgeous conndition and usually include modern updates.
Things to Do in Newton
Exploring Newton, MA
- The Jackson Homestead and Museum - rotating and permanent exhibits about the history of Newton
Durant-Kenrick House and Grounds - 1734 farmhouse recently renovated to include a large, modern educational space. Family friendly with lots of puzzles and outdoor activities such as walking the grounds and outdoor games
Lymbr - wellness center with a focus on stretching using a method called Progressive Dynamic Stretching which works to lengthen muscles, improve blood flow and boost flexibility.
There are so many interesting and fun things to do in Newton from painting in a bar with a glass of wine, to Puzzle Break - an escape room experience! Check out the local bakeries and breakfast places as well as upscale dining scattered throughout town.
Spotlight:
Newton Farmer's Market
Celebrating over 40 years as one of the oldest farmer's markets in Massachusetts, the Newton Farmer's Market is open on Saturday mornings on Elm Street from 9:30-12:30 and on Tuesday afternoons at Cold Spring Park from 1:30-6pm.
Don't miss out on farm fresh ingredients and give your support to local businesses by checking out the farmer's markets before time runs out!
Shopping & Dining
Shops at Chestnut Hill - high end retailers in an upscale mall setting
The Paper Mouse - gift shop and paper store with incredible and passionate service
Greentail Table - cute home decor boutique that will make you want to buy everything in the store! (reasonable pricing!)
Sycamore - neighborhood bistro in Newton Centre
District 118 Kitchen & Bar - upscale comfort food and modern/urban decor
Farmstead Table - quaint farm-to-table restaurant (many vegetarian options)
Newton Property Tax Rates
0.98% or $9.76 per $1,000