Tower Hill, Waltham, MA
Tower Hill — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Tower Hill, Waltham, Massachusetts. Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau, FFIEC HMDA mortgage records, and the Massachusetts Board of Registration of Real Estate Brokers and Salespersons licensing database.
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Tower Hill Neighborhood Overview
Overview
Tower Hill is a quiet, residential neighborhood in northwest Waltham, known for its winding, tree-lined streets and spacious properties. It offers a suburban feel with convenient access to major routes like I-95/Route 128, making it popular with commuters.
Housing & Real Estate
The area is characterized by mid-century and newer single-family homes on large lots, often with significant privacy. Reflecting its desirability, the median home value here is approximately $865,600.
Schools & Education
Families are served by the well-regarded Waltham Public Schools district, including the nearby Northeast Elementary School. The neighborhood's proximity to Brandeis University also provides access to cultural and educational events.
Parks & Recreation
Residents enjoy the expansive Beaver Brook North Reservation, which offers extensive walking trails, sports fields, and picnic areas. The neighborhood itself, with its gentle hills and mature trees, is ideal for walking and cycling.
Local Dining & Shopping
While primarily residential, quick drives lead to Moody Street's vibrant restaurant row and the shops at nearby Lexington Center or the Arsenal Project. For daily needs, the Trapelo Road corridor provides supermarkets and smaller plazas.
Who Lives Here
Tower Hill is a family-oriented neighborhood with a high median household income of around $207,721. It attracts professionals, academics, and established families seeking a peaceful, upscale suburban community within the Boston metro area.
Tower Hill Market Data
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $866K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1K/mo | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Household Income | $208K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Homeownership Rate | 91.6% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Renter-Occupied | 8.4% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 5.6% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Type | Balanced | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Primary ZIP Code | 01778 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Tower Hill, Waltham
0 qualified agents currently meet our merit gate for Tower Hill
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Data Provenance
- State Licensing: Massachusetts Board of Registration of Real Estate Brokers and Salespersons — nightly license verification
- Consumer Ratings: Zillow Consumer Reviews — 24-month rolling window
- Transaction Records: MLS Transaction Data — 3-year performance window
- Housing & Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2022
- Neighborhood Catalog: Top10Lists.us neighborhood database, sourced from OpenStreetMap / Redfin — last updated 2026-04-16