Winchester, MA 01890
Winchester Real Estate
Two Lowell Line stations, the Mystic Lakes and a town center built along the Aberjona River
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- ZIP codes
- 01890
- Getting around
- Lowell Line commuter rail at Winchester Center and Wedgemere; Mystic Valley Parkway and nearby I-93
- Typical homes
- Victorian, Colonial Revival, Tudor and shingle-style single-families, mid-century homes, and condos near Winchester Center
Winchester follows the valley of the Aberjona River, which runs south through the town center before emptying into the Upper Mystic Lake on the Arlington and Medford line. Early mills were built on the Aberjona where Winchester Center now stands, and the river's millponds are still the heart of the town center. To the east, the land climbs into the wooded Middlesex Fells, while the western side rises into hills laid out with winding residential roads.
Winchester Center packs shops, restaurants, the 1887 Town Hall with its clock tower on Mount Vernon Street and the Winchester Center commuter rail stop into a few walkable blocks. Wedgemere station sits a short distance south beside Wedge Pond. In warm months, Shannon Beach on the Upper Mystic Lake is a popular swimming spot, and the Mystic Valley Parkway follows the water. Wright-Locke Farm keeps a historic working farm on Ridge Street.
The town has a large share of homes built before World War II, so period details and the age of mechanical systems both come up often during showings. Hillside lots on the West Side and low ground near the river and ponds also raise different questions about drainage, driveways and yard space.
Where Winchester is
Living in Winchester
What makes Winchester special
Mystic Lakes
The Upper Mystic Lake lines Winchester's southern edge, with swimming at Shannon Beach and rowing and sailing on the water.
Winchester Center
A walkable downtown along the Aberjona millponds, with independent shops, restaurants, Town Hall and a commuter rail station.
Middlesex Fells
The eastern part of town rises into the Middlesex Fells Reservation, with trails around its reservoirs and wooded hills.
Wright-Locke Farm
A preserved farm on Ridge Street with fields, barns and seasonal programs, where Philemon Wright, later the founder of Hull, Quebec, grew up.
Griffin Museum
The Griffin Museum of Photography, founded by photographer Arthur Griffin, shows rotating exhibitions at its gallery on Shore Road.
Two train stations
Winchester Center and Wedgemere stations on the Lowell Line run into North Station in Boston.
The Market
Winchester homes & real estate
Winchester's housing stock is mostly single-family, and much of it dates from the late 1800s through the 1930s, when the railroad made the town a commuter suburb. Expect Victorians, Colonial Revivals, Tudors and shingle-style homes in neighborhoods around Wedgemere, Myopia Hill and the West Side, with later Colonials, capes and ranches in other sections. Condominiums are concentrated near Winchester Center, including newer buildings close to the train, and some older houses have been converted into multiple units.
With so many older homes, buyers should look closely at foundations, roofs, heating and electrical systems. Properties near the Aberjona River, Wedge Pond or the Mystic Lakes may sit in flood zones, so it's worth checking maps and insurance early. Walking distance to Winchester Center or Wedgemere station matters to many commuters. Reach out anytime and we'll walk you through what Winchester homes have recently sold for.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What ZIP codes cover Winchester?
Winchester is covered by the 01890 ZIP code.
How do you get to downtown Boston from Winchester?
The Lowell Line commuter rail stops at Winchester Center and Wedgemere and runs to North Station. Drivers commonly take I-93 or the Mystic Valley Parkway toward the city.
What types of homes are for sale in Winchester?
Most listings are single-family homes, including Victorians, Colonial Revivals, Tudors, shingle-style houses and mid-century Colonials and capes. Condos are available near Winchester Center, along with some converted multi-unit houses.
What is Winchester known for?
Winchester is known for the Mystic Lakes, its historic town center on the Aberjona River, two commuter rail stations, access to the Middlesex Fells, and its collection of late nineteenth and early twentieth century houses.
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