Newton Corner, Newton
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Newton Corner

At the crossroads of Newton and Boston — convenient access to the Pike and downtown.

Typical Price Range:$650K–$1.3M

About Newton Corner

Newton Corner is Newton's front door to Boston — literally at the junction where Washington Street meets the Mass Pike interchange. It's the most urban-feeling village in Newton, with commercial activity along Washington Street, a cluster of hotels and offices, and residential streets that transition quickly from busy corridors to quiet, tree-lined blocks. The housing is more compact and varied than deeper Newton villages, with condos, two-families, and smaller single-families making it one of the more accessible entry points to Newton. For commuters who drive, the Pike access is unbeatable. For those who want to pop into Brighton or Allston for dinner, it's a five-minute drive.

Property Character

Compact and urban-adjacent. More condos and two-families than most Newton villages. Single-family homes tend to be smaller — Capes, Colonials, and bungalows on modest lots. Some new condo developments in recent years. The trade-off for smaller homes is unmatched highway access and lower prices.

Typical Home Styles

Cape CodColonialCondo/townhouseTwo-familyBungalowMulti-family conversion

Best For

Commuters who drive to downtown Boston or the Pike corridor daily
First-time Newton buyers looking for an entry-level price point
Professionals who value quick access to Boston without the Boston tax bill
Condo buyers who want Newton schools in a lower-maintenance package

Local Highlights

  • •Mass Pike access — on-ramp right here, downtown in 15 minutes on a good day
  • •Sauce restaurant — neighborhood Italian that punches above its weight
  • •Proximity to Brighton and Allston dining and nightlife
  • •Star Market plaza — practical daily shopping at the village center
  • •Bullough's Pond — a surprisingly peaceful green space tucked behind the commercial strip

Getting Around

No dedicated Green Line stop — the nearest stations are Newtonville (D branch) or the 57 bus to Kenmore Square from Brighton, which is adjacent. The real transit story here is the Mass Pike: I-90 East puts you in downtown Boston in 15 minutes. Express Bus 505 runs to downtown. Newton Corner is the village for drivers.

Schools

Served by Underwood Elementary (K-5), feeding into F.A. Day Middle School. High school is Newton North. Underwood is a diverse, well-regarded school with strong community involvement. Some corners of Newton Corner may fall in different zones — always check with the district.

Landscaped garden at a residential property in Greater Boston

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