About 15 miles from downtown Boston in west Waltham, Cedarwood is a residential neighborhood bordered by Brandeis University. The community’s mix of New England-style homes spirals out from the Cunningham Circle cul-de-sac at the tip of Cedarwood Avenue. A walk through the area reveals well-kept front lawns, shaded by maples that shed piles of colorful foliage in the fall. Route 20 and Interstate 95 flow around the edges of the neighborhood, providing quick access to the shopping, dining and cultural attractions throughout the city. “The location makes it an attractive place to live,” says Sara Dalicandro, a longtime resident and Realtor with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth. “You can find a little bit of everything in Cedarwood.”
Homes in Cedarwood include cape cod style with driveways.
Row of colonial homes with garages in Cedarwood.
Cedarwood is filled with nature and color.
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Cedarwood’s namesake park, water recreation and golf clubs
At the southern tip of the neighborhood, the Cedarwood Playground serves as the primary community gathering spot. Its hills provide opportunities for sledding in the winter, and along with a jungle gym, it also has fitness stations and a 1-mile trail. Walkers can enjoy the paths and lawns on the grounds of Brandeis University next door. Numerous brooks and ponds dot Waltham’s map, though the Charles River and its waterside parks bring in the most traffic. Hikers, fishers and boaters can access the river and its trails via Auburndale and Fox parks or the Upper Charles River Reservation. Open, forested terrain next door in Weston provides conservation land for hiking and space for numerous golf courses. The Weston Golf Club and Pine Brook Country Club both sit within 3 miles and feature courts for racquet sports, as well.
The town of Cedarwood has many green spaces with benches and chairs for the residents to enjoy.
Cedarwood has many trails to choose throughout the town.
Cedarwood Playground has everything you and your kids might need for a play day.
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Cedarwood’s private, public and higher education options
Children can attend William F. Stanley Elementary and John W. McDevitt Middle, which both score B-minus grades on Niche. Waltham Senior High earns a B and has a new campus as of 2024, complete with on-site Career and Technical Education facilities. Nearby private high school options include The Cambridge School of Weston and Chapel Hill Chauncy Hall School, which both score A-plus grades. Higher education is available at Brandeis University, a private liberal arts college with an A-minus. The university employs a large percentage of Cedarwood residents.
Students in Cedarwood attend McDevitt Middle School.
Waltham High School is highly rated in Cedarwood.
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Proximity to big-box shopping and Moody Street nightlife and dining
With Route 20 and Interstate 95 flowing nearby, shops and restaurants are accessible within minutes. Market Basket and Hannaford are both within a couple of miles in small shopping centers, and Costco and Home Depot sit a bit farther north off I-95. While Main Street has casual eateries, like Domenic’s and Steve’s Pizza, most of Waltham’s restaurants operate off Moody Street. A collection of dining spots with outdoor patio seating and late-night bars line its sidewalks. Popular options on Moody include the Vinotta Restaurant for Italian and Bistro781 for American fare. The street also hosts a weekly farmers market on Saturdays.
Not Your Average Joe's is a local favorite in Cedarwood.
Stop by the local Market Basket to pick up your grocery needs in Cedarwood.
James and Joe's Sports is a local favorite in Cedarwood.
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Waltham attractions and Cedarwood Neighborhood Association events
Waltham is known as the “Watch City,” as it housed the country’s first watch factory, built in 1854. The Waltham Museum celebrates this history with watch-making lessons and exhibits. Other attractions nearby include Brandeis University’s Rose Art Museum. Free to the public, the museum displays rotating exhibits from both students and professional creatives.
While the city has plenty of activities for tourists, Cedarwood offers smaller, community-centered events. The neighborhood association hosts annual yard sales and picnics at the playground. Residents also come together during the holidays for a Halloween parade and Christmas caroling.
Navigating Cedarwood’s public transportation and interstates
While Cedarwood is walkable within its boundaries, most people get around the city by car. Interstate 95 runs along the western border of the neighborhood, and Route 20, which leads to Interstate 90, heads toward downtown Boston. Commuters can hop on a Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority bus off Cedarwood Avenue or Tavern Road. “There’s a ton of bus stops in the area; a perfect location for commuters,” Dalicandro says. The commuter rail also takes off from the Brandeis/Roberts and Waltham stations along the Fitchburg Line. Hundreds of both international and domestic flights take off from Boston Logan International Airport, about 17 miles east. With I-95 and I-90 access, this drive can take under 25 minutes without rush-hour traffic.
I-95 gives you easy access to nearby towns including Boston.
Cedarwood in Waltham has many options for commuters including MBTA stops throughout.
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Single-family housing on Cedarwood streets
Sidewalks often tether properties together, and residents can be seen biking or jogging the wide roads. Though the area has a community feel, the neighborhood stays relatively quiet, and owners have enough space for modest yards. Most lots feature a driveway or garage, keeping street parking minimal. A typical road has Cape Cods, ranch styles and colonials that vary greatly in size and price. Two- and three-bedroom homes can start around $450,000 and reach about $850,000. Houses with four or more bedrooms and newer renovations often sell from $950,000 to $1.3 million.
Colonial home with private driveway and double balcony in Cedarwood.
Other home examples in Cedarwood include Cape Cod homes.
Ranch style homes are among the common style in Cedarwood.
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Parks in this Area
Nipper Maher Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Tennis
Cedarwood Playground
Basketball
Trails
Playground
Logan Park
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Bobby Connors Playground
Thompson Playground
Basketball
Picnic Area
Playground
Riverwalk Park
Trails
River
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Cedarwood
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Cedarwood, Waltham sell after 13 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Cedarwood, Waltham over the last 12 months is $861,931, up 9% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,242
Median Age
43
Population Density
14 ppl/acre
Population under 18
18.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$138,662
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$176,836
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.6%
College Graduates
66.7%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
23.8%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
63.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
49''
Average Winter Low Temperature
18°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
44''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
36/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
41/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
35/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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