Waltham is a city along the Charles River known for Brandeis and Bentley universities, a diverse dining scene on Moody Street, and the historic Waltham Watch Company legacy. Housing mixes triple-deckers, two-families, colonials, and condos, with established residential pockets like Cedarwood, The Lanes, and Warrendale.
Stonehurst, the Robert Treat Paine Estate — historic Olmsted landscape.
Prospect Hill Park — highest point with Boston views.
Waltham Common and the downtown district.
Charles River Museum of Industry & Innovation.
Brandeis and Bentley university campuses.
Commuting from Waltham
Commuter Rail Fitchburg Line at Waltham (downtown station).
Typical trip to North Station: approximately 20–30 minutes.
MBTA bus connections throughout the city; 70/70A and express buses to Cambridge.
Approximate drive to downtown Boston: ~20–30 minutes via Route 20/Storrow Drive (longer at rush hour).
Schools in Waltham
Public schools: Waltham Public Schools. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Waltham FAQs
What is the housing market like in Waltham, MA? The median listing price in Waltham is $867,450. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026
How is the commute from Waltham, MA? Commuter Rail Fitchburg Line at Waltham (downtown station).
Which school district serves Waltham, MA? Waltham is served by Waltham Public Schools. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
