Westwood, originally called 'West Dedham', is situated at the junction of Route 95/128 and 93 and provides an excellent location for its residents with easy access to Boston (12 miles to the northeast); and yet with all the elements of a beautiful suburban community. Take a closer look at this beautiful, busting little town of Westwood and you will see a town that puts children and education on the list of top priorities, a place where people are friendly, shopping is plentiful, and living is good. In fact, Boston Magazine listed Gay Street in Westwood on its list of the Best Streets in the Boston area. CNN Money (2005) also listed Westwood 13th on its list of 100 best places to live in the U.S. Close enough to Boston so that you can enjoy all the culture and experiences you'd ever want, but far enough away from big city life so that small-town living is possible.
Westwood is home to over two hundred businesses in established commercial areas, each varied in character. Currently, Westwood has recently redeveloped the University Avenue mixed use overlay district to include a 4.3 million square foot retail, office and residential area, conveniently located near the Westwood Station train. The highway business district, Route 1, is comprised of larger retail and service establishments as well as corporate offices. The shopping areas of High Street and Islington's Washington Street provide retail services for residents that enhance the quality of life in town. Residents and businesses are served by first-rate town services, with water from the Dedham Westwood Water District, sewer services from the Massachusetts Water Resource Authority, electricity from NSTAR and natural gas from Algonquin Gas.
For folks who prefer to commute via public transit, Westwood has two commuter rail lines plus full MBTA bus service on Routes 1 and 1A (Washington Street). Commuter rail service from Boston's South Station has the Route 128 station on its Providence/Stoughton Line, and the Islington station on its Franklin Line. Amtrak trains to Providence, New Haven, New York City and Washington DC also stop at the Route 128 station. There is ample parking in its garage.
Westwood is most recognized for the quality of its schools, which helps give this beautiful hamlet the reputation of being perfect for raising a family. Students consistently score in the top percentiles on national tests and the overwhelming majority of students graduating from the high school go on to higher education. There are 5 elementary schools along with 1 middle and 1 high schools in the Westwood Public School district. Please do not automatically assume that your child(ren) will ride the bus to school. Please take advantage of the School Finder and determine which elementary school you children will attend! Next, check the bus schedule for that school. The high school facilities include a new multi-use artificial turf field with a synthetic track, both of which are open to the public! Westwood is also home to Xaverian Brothers High School, a Catholic prep school for boys, a Montessori school, and a pre-school.
The Town also encourages and maintains many recreational areas and facilities, including numerous conservation areas, playgrounds, ball fields, tennis courts, and an indoor pool facility. The Town has two libraries, a senior center and numerous community-sponsored events for the Town's residents. There is a golf course, but it is requires membership. You can hike or fish in Westwood at the Hale Reservation.
Want to know what information the town has on a certain property? Access tax info and the Assessor's property database here. If you are concerned about what the zoning is behind or near your proposed home, check the zoning map. You will get a kick out of this nifty map of Westwood and everything it shows.
Except for a couple of dozen or sales of condominiums, the rest of the sales are primarily single-family homes. Single family have seen prices running from $350,000 for tear-downs and foreclosures to $8,000,000 for large estates, while the condominium and townhouse sales have been running from $450,000 for a small, older 1 bedroom to $1,000,000 for a large, new-construction townhouse.
As you can see, pricing varies depending upon size, location, and amenities. Real estate sales and pricing are very fluid and can fluctuate in a matter of hours because homes come on and off the market daily... even hourly. What is currently offered for sale is listed below. The following chart is a visual representation of the cyclical nature of real estate activity and compares the ups and downs of Westwood to those of Boston proper. The taller the column the better it is for buyers. The shorter the column the better it is for sellers. Hence 2006 was the best time for a buyer to buy in Westwood, while 2015-2018 were great years for sellers. However, the graphic below indicates a weakening seller's market for Boston with Westwood not far behind.
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*** If you should see some properties listed twice it is because brokers like to list a condo/townhome as a condo plus as a single-family house, or list a dilapidated house as land, as well as a residence.
Current home on lot- unbelievable potential for the home. The lot can be used currently to rebuild a single family home. The lot may allow for a special permit for a mult...
Listing courtesy of SRG Properties Group from Century 21 North East
Current home on lot- unbelievable potential for the home. The lot can be used currently to rebuild a single family home. The lot may allow for a special permit for a mult...
Listing courtesy of SRG Properties Group from Century 21 North East
Current home on lot- unbelievable potential for the home. The lot can be used currently to rebuild a single family home. The lot may allow for a special permit for a mult...
Listing courtesy of SRG Properties Group from Century 21 North East
Highly desirable elevated first floor front-facing condo located in Westwood's newly developed University Station! Spacious 1 bedroom, 1 full bath, open concept layout w/...
Listing courtesy of Mona Chahine from Coldwell Banker Realty - Westwood
This top-floor condo in Westwood's highly-desirable University Station neighborhood is the perfect new home for those who want care-free living and easy access to shops, ...
Listing courtesy of Focus Team from Focus Real Estate
A unique opportunity to own a plot of land over 3.6 acres located in the heart of an exclusive estate area in Westwood. Orders of conditions have been approved the lot i...
Listing courtesy of Peter Cwieka from RE/MAX Distinct Advantage
Exciting opportunity to purchase a permitted, buildable lot (.92 acre SF) in desirable Westwood location. Nestled between Clapboardtree Street and the Chase Estates neigh...
Listing courtesy of Elaine Patterson from Coldwell Banker Realty - Westwood
Over one acre of land in this beautiful city. Come see this expansive 3-bedroom 2 full bath cape in desirable area of Westwood. Short stroll on the sidewalk to the downto...
Listing courtesy of David Dubak from CENTURY 21 Ed Pariseau, REALTORS®
Desirable top-floor unit with 2 bedrooms & 2 full baths, many upgrades including oak floors & quartz countertop. This is a new building (completed early 2020) & the apart...
Listing courtesy of Dave White from OwnerEntry.com
The location says it all! One of Westwood's most sought after neighborhoods, just a stone's throw to Westwood center, middle school & high school. Expanded 2,273± SF Co...
Listing courtesy of Tom Aaron from Coldwell Banker Realty - Wellesley
Beautiful pastoral land on one of Westwoods most desired streets - Close to Needham, highway, trains and shopping - Gorgeous sunsets and country style road. Great opport...
Listing courtesy of Elena Price from Coldwell Banker Realty - Westwood
This thoughtfully restored home sits on 2+ serene acres of picturesque grounds that offer multiple gardens, a bluestone patio & great privacy. The many unique features of...
Listing courtesy of Zachary Friedman from Compass
LAND LISTING. Set back, undeveloped parcel conveniently located at the edge of the Westwood/Dedham line. Minutes from Dedham Country Polo Golf Club, I-95, Westwood Center...
Listing courtesy of Michael Musto from RE/MAX Distinct Advantage
Introducing The Homes at 45, an Exceptional over 55 community nestled in the heart of Westwood. Enter this Award Winning Fresco 3 Home & experience the outdoor oasis its ...
Listing courtesy of Elaine Patterson from Coldwell Banker Realty - Westwood
Introducing The Homes at 45, an Exceptional over 55 community nestled in the heart of Westwood. Enter this Award Winning Fresco 3 Home & experience the outdoor oasis its ...
Listing courtesy of Elaine Patterson from Coldwell Banker Realty - Westwood
Be prepared to be dazzled by this sun-filled, updated and expanded Cape set on almost an acre with convenient access to Westwood Center. The open first floor plan offers...
Listing courtesy of Tom Aaron from Coldwell Banker Realty - Wellesley
Introducing The Homes at 45, an Exceptional over 55 community nestled in the heart of Westwood. Enter this Award Winning Fresco 3 Home & experience the outdoor oasis its ...
Listing courtesy of Jill Kelly from Coldwell Banker Realty - Westwood
Welcome to The Homes at 45, an Exceptional over 55 community nestled in the heart of Westwood. Enter this Award Winning Fresco 2 Home from the welcoming Farmers Porch & y...
Listing courtesy of Jill Kelly from Coldwell Banker Realty - Westwood
Premier, 2.37 acre lot set in Westwood's beautiful and convenient Fox Meadow Drive, a cul-de-sac neighborhood. Underground utilities - gas, water and electric are at the ...
Listing courtesy of John Boyle from LandVest, Inc.
This spectacular home has been completely remodeled with sophisticated flair and modern space for today's lifestyle. The sun drenched two-story foyer leads you into the o...
Listing courtesy of Cindy Sgarzi from Sgarzi & Stewart Real Estate, LLC
Welcome Home! Now is the right time to settle down and take advantage of all this spacious Split Level has to offer. Wonderfully maintained home consist of 10 rooms, incl...
Listing courtesy of Lisa Musto Yebba from Coldwell Banker Realty - Westwood
Location is key, 1 mile to the highway, 1 mile to Westwood Center, 1 mile to Hale Reservation. Take advantage of this rare opportunity to customize this ranch style home ...
Listing courtesy of Stephanie Archung from Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
ATTENTION TO DETAIL LIKE NO OTHER | With no expense spared, this custom craftsman has the details, floorplan, and outdoor oasis like no other! From the walnut hardwood fl...
Listing courtesy of 617Living from Compass
Set on Westwood’s iconic Fox Hill, 30 minutes from Boston, is a beautiful 14 room manor house, reminiscent of a French Chateau. In a private enclave with sweeping views o...
Listing courtesy of John Boyle from LandVest, Inc.
To be built soon! Plenty off time to customize! This beautiful 5700 square foot colonial to be located towards the end of the highly desirable Farm Lane! The front o...
Listing courtesy of Robert Walsh from Walsh Bros. Building Co.
NEW HOME TO BE BUILT. Opportunity to build single family home on two-and-a-half acre parcel in private Westwood location abutting stately Summer/Grove St neighborhood. Co...
Listing courtesy of Michael Musto from RE/MAX Distinct Advantage
Set back off of one of Westwoods most desired locations. Level lot is ready to build beautifully crafted home by well known builder. This shingle style home with classic ...
Listing courtesy of Elena Price from Coldwell Banker Realty - Westwood
NEW CONSTRUCTION! Welcome to 288 Summer St. This brand new, custom built, stone and cedar shingle colonial house defines luxury living. Boasting natural sun light throu...
Listing courtesy of Manuel Sarkis from Douglas Elliman Real Estate
DEVELOPERS: This is a rare opportunity in Westwood. These twelve wooded acres have frontage and land area for five potential homesites. The existing home could be a reh...
Listing courtesy of Greg Martin from Move Forward Real Estate
Westwoods is an elegant, quiet retreat on 74± acres of remarkable land within easy reach of Route 128 and the Boston Metroplex. It features 590 Gay St, a custom-built 10,...
Listing courtesy of John Boyle from LandVest, Inc.
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