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Neighborhood: 02453
- Dining SceneFrom casual bites to fine dining, a haven for food lovers.Walkable StreetsPedestrian-friendly layout encourages walking to shops, dining, and parks.Transit AccessConvenient access to buses, trains, and public transit for easy commuting.Community VibeStrong neighborhood connections and community events foster a friendly atmosphere.
Anchored by Moody Street and the Charles River, 02453 mixes Watch City history (Charles River Museum) with a friendly, down-to-earth vibe. Expect walkable streets, the Charles River Greenway for biking and jogs, a seasonal farmers' market on the Common, and a diverse dining scene from brunch spots to tapas, ramen, and taquerias, plus cozy pubs. Grocery runs are easy at Market Basket on River Street; cafes, yoga studios, and indie shops cluster around Main and Moody. Transit is simple via the MBTA Fitchburg Line at Waltham Station, buses to Cambridge and Newton with Red/Green Line connections, and quick access to I-95/128 and the Mass Pike. In the past few months, Zillow reports a median asking rent around $3,000, with most listings roughly $2,200–$3,800. The area attracts young professionals, grad students, and families, and is pet friendly with riverfront paths and nearby green spaces across classic New England seasons.
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Nearby schools in Waltham
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- 7/10Waltham Public Schools Dual Language ProgramGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 5/10Henry Whittemore Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 9/10Franklin Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
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159 Brown St has a walk score of 75, it's very walkable.
159 Brown St has a transit score of 32, it has some transit.
The schools assigned to 159 Brown St include Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program, Henry Whittemore Elementary School, and Franklin Elementary School.
159 Brown St is in the 02453 neighborhood in Waltham, MA.
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