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

5 Cole Road, Wayland $919,900

Sunny contemporary ranch with over 3,400 sqft located in one of the most friendly neighborhood. With two sprawling levels and plenty of living space for extended families...

4 Beds
3 Baths
72911776 MLS

Courtesy of JT Fleming & Company

Listing courtesy of Shell X. Yu from JT Fleming & Company

450 Old Connecticut Path, Wayland $749,000

CLASSIC & STYLISH, this exceptional light filled ranch has been fully renovated from top to bottom. Stunning bright white kitchen with Calacatta quartz countertops and br...

3 Beds
2 Baths
72911350 MLS

Courtesy of Engel & Volkers Wellesley

Listing courtesy of Peace Nguyen from Engel & Volkers Wellesley

303 WILLOW BROOK DRIVE Unit 303, Wayland image

303 WILLOW BROOK DRIVE Unit 303, Wayland — Willow Brook $729,000

WILLOW BROOK IN WAYLAND. Sited in a quite location in Willow Brook, this is a lovely 2 bedroom townhouse with an open floor plan, southern exposure, and FIRST FLOOR PRIMA...

2 Beds
3 Baths
72910609 MLS
Willow Brook Bldg.

Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty - Weston

Listing courtesy of Leeann Yolin from Coldwell Banker Realty - Weston

186 Main St, Wayland $835,000

SEE MLS # 72910043 Also listed as MULTI FAMILY HOME -The Wing-Hemmenway house was built around 1875 in Cochituate Village during the height of Shoe Manufacturing at the ...

4 Beds
2 Baths
72910048 MLS

Courtesy of Compass

Listing courtesy of Tanimoto Owens Team from Compass

186 Main St, Wayland $835,000

The Wing-Hemmenway house was built around 1875 in Cochituate Village during the height of Shoe Manufacturing at the nearby Bent Shoe Company. Originally built as a single...

4 Beds
2 Baths
72910043 MLS

Courtesy of Compass

Listing courtesy of Tanimoto Owens Team from Compass

33 Pine Ridge Rd, Wayland $649,900

Bright, sun filled Colonial with open floor plan and beautiful view of Dudley Pond. Off the kitchen features a sunroom and lovely large deck overlooking a private fenced ...

3 Beds
3 Baths
72909246 MLS

Courtesy of Austin Realty Group

Listing courtesy of David Metzdorf from Austin Realty Group

30 Snake Brook, Wayland $549,000

This amazing home is for those that can "See the possibilities" of what this rough diamond would look like completely polished! Space and opportunity are waiting for t...

4 Beds
3 Baths
72907776 MLS

Courtesy of Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest

Listing courtesy of Curtis Blomberg from Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest

12 Forty Acres, Wayland $1,169,000

Take notice of this prime Wayland location on a tree lined cul-de-sac. Welcome to this 4 bedroom, plus first floor office, and 2 and 2 half bath contemporary colonial sit...

4 Beds
4 Baths
72907754 MLS

Courtesy of Compass

Listing courtesy of Eain Williams from Compass

123 Lincoln Road, Wayland $999,900

Desirable North Wayland on Lincoln line (a mile walk to Lincoln Train station), walk to Consevation Trails. School District ranked # 8 in MA for 2022! Freshly painted & r...

4 Beds
3 Baths
72907614 MLS

Courtesy of MetroBoston Realty Group, Inc

Listing courtesy of Rimma Pevzner from MetroBoston Realty Group, Inc

7 Saddle Lane, Wayland $1,875,000

Set back at the end of the coveted Saddle Lane cul-de-sac this 1999 build, is a one of a kind meticulously maintained home.This Georgian-style colonial offers a three-car...

4 Beds
6 Baths
72907111 MLS

Courtesy of Century 21 Shawmut Properties

Listing courtesy of Shane Brady from Century 21 Shawmut Properties

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