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 Melody Lane, Wayland $599,999

Welcome Home to 5 Melody Lane! What an incredible opportunity to own this brick front Ranch style home ideally situated on a cul-de-sac with nearly an acre of serene priv...

3 Beds
1 Baths
72704857 MLS

6 Reservoir Rd, Wayland $559,900

Come see this beautiful home custom-built in the Midcentury Modern style! Situated on over an acre of wooded land. Unique features include Pennsylvania Blue Stone floorin...

4 Beds
2 Baths
72703872 MLS

304 Boston Post Rd, Wayland $799,000

RARELY AVAILABLE STAND ALONE BUILDING FOR SALE IN WAYLAND! Great location with direct RT 20 frontage and easily ACCESSIBLE / VISIBLE. PRIVATE ONSITE PARKING LOT w/ 13+ s...

72702678 MLS

81 River View Circle, Wayland $689,900

Craftman's like style in this 9 room,3 bedroom home with bonus offices on 1st and 2nd floors! Updated over time ,just move in and try to leave the private serenity of the...

3 Beds
3 Baths
72701782 MLS

18 Loblolly Lane, Wayland $1,750,000

Exquisite new construction farmhouse style home beautifully sited on a cul de sac in the popular Moore Road neighborhood with quality, craftsmanship and attention to deta...

4 Beds
5 Baths
72699064 MLS

103 Glezen Ln, Wayland $799,900

Welcome Home to this Inspirational 4 bedrm 2.5 bath retreat situated on a mature .92 Acres with lush gardens, stonewalls & a zen-like meditation area. This gorgeous conte...

4 Beds
3 Baths
72698041 MLS

8 Joyce Rd, Wayland $749,900

Location, Location, Location!! This light, bright and beautifully maintained expanded multi-level is situated on a private ½ acre lot in established neighborhood. This ...

3 Beds
3 Baths
72697668 MLS

1 Pequot Rd, Wayland $869,000

SPACE & LIGHT ABOUND in this exceptional 3000+ SF showplace. Situated on a lush & level .54 acre fabulous corner lot which sets the stage for easy living with big, bright...

3 Beds
3 Baths
72695348 MLS

14 River Rock Way Unit 14, Wayland image

14 River Rock Way Unit 14, Wayland — Wayland Commons $864,900

Come check out this Gorgeous 2 Bedroom, 2 Full, 2 Half Bath End Unit Condo with Large First Floor Master Suite. This unit features over 2900 square feet of luxurious liv...

2 Beds
4 Baths
72695291 MLS
Wayland Commons Bldg.

15 Standish Rd, Wayland $1,199,000

Enjoy the seclusion of a vacation home in the heart of a coveted neighborhood. This fabulous 5 bedroom Cape is privately sited on almost 2 acres. The sunny white kitchen ...

5 Beds
4 Baths
72693472 MLS

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