Newton Real Estate Information

Located approximately 7 miles west of Boston, the city of Newton comprises 13 different villages and has a population of 882,923 (per the 20202 US Census). In terms of its inception, “Newton was incorporated as a separate town, known as Cambridge Village, on December 15, 1681, then renamed Newtown in 1691, and finally Newton in 1766. It became a city on January 5, 1874. Newton is known as The Garden City.”

Here are some brief real estate-related facts about the Newton community:

• Newton is serviced by the city sewerage system and city water.

• The train line has three stops in Newton, and the train into Boston goes to South Station. It also has seven “T” stops on the Green line as well as a Bus line into Boston.

• The 2024 tax rate is $9.76 per $1,000 of valuation.

• There are 15 elementary schools, four middle schools and three high schools.

• Newton is in Middlesex County.

Newton, MA Community Services and Organizations

Here are some links to provide you with additional information on Newton and its many community services and organizations:

• City of Newton

• Fig City News

• Newton Beacon

• Newton Free Library

• Newton Public Schools

• Newton Tab

• Newton Commuting Line Schedule (to South Station)