Wellesley, Massachusetts
WELCOME TO WELLESLEY!
For those of you who love a little cosmopolitan flair to your suburb, you will find everything your heart desires in the prestigious town of Wellesley. Chic restaurants with famous chefs abound around town and the center offers shopping for a variety of styles and tastes. The homes and neighborhoods here are simply gorgeous. Wellesley is 15 miles west of Boston and it´s just a quick hop onto the thoroughfare of Routes 9, 128 and I-90. Amazingly convenient, there are three MBTA commuter rail stops in town and they all offer parking. They are Wellesley Square, Wellesley Hills and Wellesley Farms.
WELLESLEY BY THE NUMBERS
30K
Population
10.2
Size
(Square Miles)
15
Miles from Boston
$2,243K
Average Sale Price
Single Family Home, 2023
$1,148K
Average Sale Price
Condominiums, 2023
$226K
Median Income
Household, US Census
1,294
Average SAT Score
Boston.com
#10
Top School Ranking
Niche.com, Best Public High Schools
in Massachusetts, 2024
MORE INFORMATION ABOUT WELLESLEY, MA
Wellesley’s public education system is another one of the state’s best, offering seven elementary schools, a middle school and high school. Along with Wellesley College, a higher education is also offered at Babson College. There are also many renowned private schools in town, including Dana Hall. The average SAT score for Wellesley High School Students is 1,294.
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Public Schools
Education
Wellesley has the convenience of 3 commuter rail stops: Wellesley Farms, Wellesley Hills, and Wellesley Square which gives you easy access to Boston.
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Transportation
Wellesley is on the route of the world-famous Boston Marathon and the town turns out on Patriots Day to cheer the runners. Runners from around the world look forward to the chorus of well wishes shouted in their direction from the students of Wellesley College.
Apart from the lively dining and shopping scene, Wellesley is an absolute haven for nature enthusiasts. There are 25 miles of marked trails in town that make for many peaceful afternoon strolls. Guided walks are offered in the spring and fall. There are also tennis, beaches and a host of other outdoor activities for residents to enjoy including summer concerts and outdoor movie nights.
Art lovers will find a new favorite spot with the Davis Museum and Cultural Center, one of the oldest fine arts museums in the state.
Things to do
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Places to Eat
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Utilities
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