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Wayland

35 min to Boston
"MetroWest's family favorite—Lexington schools without the price tag"
Median Price
$1,400,000
$510/sqft
School Rating
9/10
Excellent
Appreciation
3.2%
per year
Commute
35 min
to downtown

Financing Considerations

Properties in Wayland 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

Premier MetroWest family suburb with top-tier schools rivaling Lexington. Three elementary schools feed into award-winning middle and high schools. Family-focused, education-minded, suburban perfection.

What It's Really Like

Wayland is what happens when education-obsessed families find an alternative to Lexington. Top schools (9.0/10), family-centric culture, and the kind of suburban perfection that PTA meetings define.

Best For

  • ✓Families obsessed with school quality
  • ✓Those wanting Lexington-caliber schools for less
  • ✓Education-focused professionals
  • ✓Buyers seeking safe, family-friendly community

Avoid If

  • ✗You need quick Boston commute (35+ min)
  • ✗You want urban walkability
  • ✗You prefer diverse architecture over suburban uniformity

🌟Highlights

🏫Elite schools (9.0/10 rating)
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦Extremely family-focused community
🎓Strong college prep culture
💎Premium MetroWest location

Insider Tips

  • 💡Wayland High School rivals Lexington academically
  • 💡Three elementary schools allow some choice
  • 💡Route 20 corridor puts you between Route 128 and 495

Demographics

Population
13,900
Median Age
45
Median Income
$205,000
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