Wellesley : Massachusetts
Living a College Town Lifestyle in Wellesley, Massachusetts
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Where to Retire in Wellesley and Home Prices
It is very expensive to live in Wellesley, where the median home value is $1,367,483 in early 2020, according to Zillow. There are active and retirement communities in the area.
What Is Special about Wellesley
The Wonderful Weekend includes fireworks and a veterans parade. Many famous people live here. The Beach Boys performed here in 2008 as a gift by an anonymous donor. There is the Hunnewell Arboretum and the Symphony. Crime is almost non-existent. There is train service to Boston.
What Is Not Special about Wellesley
It is very expensive to live here.
Climate and Physical Environment
Wellesley is about 7 miles from Boston. The average January temp is in the mid to high 20s and the average July temp is in the mid 70s.
Restaurants & Cultural Scene
There are many restaurants to choose from. The 2 colleges provide plenty of culture, as does the Wellesley Symphony Orchestra.
Crime
The crime rate is extremely low in Wellesley.
Medical Facilities
Nearby Boston has some of the world's top hospitals, plus all the medical specialists.
Transportation
Several MBTA stations offer rail service, plus bus service, to Boston.
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