
Waltham, Massachusetts
WELCOME TO WALTHAM!
Bedford, MA is an inviting town with a rich historical heritage and a convenient location. Residents enjoy the beautiful quiet neighborhoods, charming local shops and restaurants, and scenic parks and trails. While neighboring the renowned research and technology hub of Burlington, MA, Bedford also offers a quick commute to Boston and Cambridge, plus access to all New England has to offer with easy access to Route to I-95. There is so much to explore in Bedford, MA - learn about some of it below!
Waltham by the Numbers
65K
Population
13
Size
(Square Miles)
13
Miles from Boston
$867K
Average Sale Price
Single Family Home, 2023
$663K
Average Sale Price
Condominiums, 2023
$103K
Median Income
Household, US Census
1,088
Average SAT Score
Boston.com
#110
Top School Ranking
Boston Magazine Best Schools
in Greater Boston, 2024
MORE INFORMATION ABOUT WALTHAM, MA
More Information About Waltham, Massachusetts
The Waltham public school system is made up of 7 elementary schools, 2 middle school and one high school. Visit the Waltham Public Schools’ website for more information or click on the links below for more about each school. The city is also home to the prestigious Bentley University and Brandeis University.
Education Links
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Public Schools
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Middle and High Schools
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Universities
Education
Bedford is easy to get in and out of with convenient access to many main commuter routes including Routes 3 and 128.
The MBTA also provides bus service into Alewife Station in Cambridge where you can grab the subway for a quick trip into Boston. Depending on how you look at it, Bedford is either the start or the end of the Minuteman Bikeway. This 11-mile trail is a favorite for walkers, runners and cyclists. On the other end of the trail is Alewife Station in Cambridge, with Arlington and Lexington in between.
Transportation Links
Transportation
A quick trip to the Bedford Public Library brings you face to face with an important part of United States history: the oldest known surviving intact American flag.
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Things to do
Below are links to some of our favorite places to eat in Bedford, Massachusetts! Please Contact Us if your favorites are missing - we'd love to add them so others can enjoy, too!
American
Bakeries, Breakfast, & Coffee
East Asian
Ice Cream/Dessert
Indian
Pizza
Places to Eat
Need help setting up utilities in Waltham, MA? Here are some useful numbers to help you in your new home.
Click here to download our Waltham Utility Sheet.
Utilities
Below are some additional important town links.