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Newton

25 min to Boston
"Thirteen villages, one ridiculously good school system"
Median Price
$1,771,250
$650/sqft
School Rating
9.4/10
Excellent
Appreciation
3.9%
per year
Commute
25 min
to downtown

Financing Considerations

Properties in Newton typically require jumbo financing with stricter underwriting, larger down payments (20–25%+), and higher reserve requirements.

Learn about loan thresholds, property condition impact, flood/wind insurance, and how vintage homes (common in many MA towns) affect mortgage approval.

✨The Vibe

Garden city vibes with soccer moms and Tesla density

What It's Really Like

Garden city with excellent schools, diverse neighborhoods, and strong family orientation

Best For

  • ✓Growing families
  • ✓School quality seekers
  • ✓Suburban amenities
  • ✓Diverse housing options

Avoid If

  • ✗You're on a budget
  • ✗You want walkability
  • ✗You hate traffic

🌟Highlights

🏘️13 distinct villages to choose from
🎓Newton North & Newton South both excellent
🌲Abundant parks and green spaces
🚗Easy highway access (Route 9, I-95)

Insider Tips

  • 💡Newton Centre and Chestnut Hill are priciest
  • 💡Nonantum offers better value
  • 💡Village system creates micro-communities

Demographics

Population
19,569
Median Age
44.4
Median Income
$261,423
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