Learn About Wayland, Massachusetts

Wayland is an affluent suburban community with superb schools!

Selling Homes Massachusetts The town of Wayland, west of Boston in Middlesex County, was originally settled in 1673 as part of the Sudbury Plantation. The town is now an affluent suburban community within easy commuting distance of Boston.

The town was named after Francis Wayland, a preacher and president of Brown University, who established the first free library in 1848.

The town is praised by residents for its country charm and for its location, which makes all of the Boston area's cultural and recreational opportunities available. The school system is also a source of pride to the community and is regularly ranked as one of the top ten school systems in Massachusetts.

Wayland is the home of two public golf courses, Wayland Country Club, and Sandy Burr Country Club. There is a town beach located on Lake Cochituate that offers swimming and a boat launch to its residents and guests. There are conservation areas for hiking and horseback riding. Wayland is primarily residential but recently opened the long-awaited Wayland Town Center to provide numerous shopping venues and restaurants.

Town Information

Website:		wayland.ma.us
Population:		13,409
Land Area:		16 square miles
Date Established:		1835
Distance to Boston:		17 miles
County:		Middlesex
Government:		Open Town Meeting Board of Selectmen
Public Schools:		3 Elementary Schools 1 Middle School 1 High School
Hospital:		Newton Wellesley Hospital, Newton
Transportation:		Commuter Rail to Boston (3 Stations in town)

Recent Wayland Listings

228 Old Connecticut Path, Wayland $699,000

Wonderful Victorian Farmhouse. Amazing opportunity to move to Wayland for less than assessed value. In-Law unit with separate entrance consisting of 3 rooms. Town of Wa...

5 Beds
4 Baths
72551599 MLS

35 Millbrook Rd, Wayland $719,900

Access the Massachusetts Central Rail Trail safely & easily from the convenience of your own backyard. Town Center location close to shopping, library, town buildings, sc...

3 Beds
3 Baths
72551339 MLS

228 Old Connecticut Path, Wayland $699,000

Wonderful Victorian Farmhouse. Amazing opportunity to move to Wayland for less than assessed value. In-Law unit with separate entrance consisting of 3 rooms. Town of Wa...

5 Beds
4 Baths
72549995 MLS

9 Wadsworth Ln Unit 9, Wayland $815,000

Luxury living in Wayland. 3 Bedroom, 2.5 bathroom towhouse featuring two master suites. Incredible designer kitchen featuring cherry cabinets, energy rated stainless st...

3 Beds
3 Baths
72549003 MLS

29 School Street, Wayland $769,000

MUST SEE..Modern Farmhouse with renovations & updates throughout. This spacious 4 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home, with a Finished Basement is perfect for entertaining and creating...

4 Beds
2 Baths
72547665 MLS

14 Brook Trail Road, Wayland $699,000

This lovely remodeled ranch in the desirable Woodridge neighborhood is situated on a beautiful over-sized cleared & level lot w/ mature landscaping & hardscape! Character...

3 Beds
2 Baths
72546397 MLS

11 Hickory Hill Road, Wayland $899,000

Newly renovated expanded Cape located on a peaceful cul-de-sac in a sought-after North Wayland neighborhood. Elegant living room with granite surround fireplace, wall of ...

4 Beds
2 Baths
72546371 MLS

236 Commonwealth Rd, Wayland $574,900 ▼

Your search has ended! Beautifully maintained 3 bed, 2 bath ranch home sitting on an acre of land on a level lot! Entertaining is a dream with your large formal dining ro...

3 Beds
2 Baths
72546016 MLS

38 Aqueduct Road, Wayland $400,000

SOLD AS IS: Buyers to do own DUE DILIGENCE. Estate sale and Short Sale. Cash offer only. No entry to the property. Wet lands and conservation on property. Great commuter...

4 Beds
3 Baths
72545317 MLS

28 Old Weston Rd, Wayland $1,500,000

Nestled in the “heart” of Wayland, this captivating Colonial & detached studio/office on 1.64 acres offers scenic vistas of stone walls, towering mature trees, & rolling ...

5 Beds
4 Baths
72543590 MLS

The property listing data and information, or the Images, set forth herein were provided to MLS Property Information Network, Inc. from third party sources, including sellers, lessors, landlords and public records, and were compiled by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. The property listing data and information, and the Images, are for the personal, non commercial use of consumers having a good faith interest in purchasing, leasing or renting listed properties of the type displayed to them and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties which such consumers may have a good faith interest in purchasing, leasing or renting. MLS Property Information Network, Inc. and its subscribers disclaim any and all representations and warranties as to the accuracy of the property listing data and information, or as to the accuracy of any of the Images, set forth herein.

Address Search

Meet The Teri Adler Group

View All Listings

Sign up today to track your favorite properties, receive notifications when new listings are added, set price change alerts, receive exclusive property details, virtual tours, and more!