Moody Street / South Waltham
The vibrant heart of Waltham — restaurant row, nightlife, and a dense urban neighborhood with strong multi-family stock.
About Moody Street / South Waltham
Moody Street is Waltham's main artery and its identity. The stretch between Main Street and the Charles River is packed with restaurants representing a dozen cuisines, craft breweries, live music venues, and independent shops. South Waltham radiates outward from Moody with dense residential blocks of triple-deckers, two-families, and older apartment buildings. This is where Waltham's immigrant communities have traditionally settled, and that diversity is the area's greatest asset. The proximity to the Commuter Rail and bus lines makes it a natural landing zone for young professionals who are priced out of Cambridge and Somerville. New condo development along the river is adding modern inventory, but the neighborhood's soul is still in the triple-deckers and the family-run restaurants.
Property Character
Dense urban fabric of triple-deckers, two-families, and condo conversions. Some new riverfront condo development. Small lots, street parking. The most walkable part of Waltham.
Typical Home Styles
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Local Highlights
- •Moody Street dining — one of Greater Boston's best restaurant rows
- •Most walkable neighborhood in Waltham
- •Strong multi-family investment opportunities
- •New riverfront condo development adding modern inventory
Getting Around
Waltham Commuter Rail station is a short walk. Bus routes 70 and 70A connect to Central Square, Cambridge. 30-40 min to downtown Boston by Commuter Rail.
Schools Serving Moody Street / South Waltham
Feeds into Waltham Public Schools — Fitzgerald Elementary nearby. Schools are solid and improving, though not at Newton/Lexington levels. Strong Head Start and early childhood programs.
Frequently Asked Questions About Moody Street / South Waltham
What is Moody Street / South Waltham in Waltham like?
The vibrant heart of Waltham — restaurant row, nightlife, and a dense urban neighborhood with strong multi-family stock. Moody Street is Waltham's main artery and its identity. The stretch between Main Street and the Charles River is packed with restaurants representing a dozen cuisines, craft breweries, live music venues, and independent shops. South Waltham radiates outward from Moody with dense residential blocks of triple-deckers, two-families, and older apartment buildings. This is where Waltham's immigrant communities have traditionally settled, and that diversity is the area's greatest asset. The proximity to the Commuter Rail and bus lines makes it a natural landing zone for young professionals who are priced out of Cambridge and Somerville. New condo development along the river is adding modern inventory, but the neighborhood's soul is still in the triple-deckers and the family-run restaurants. Moody Street / South Waltham is especially popular with young professionals who want urban energy at a fraction of cambridge prices and investors seeking multi-family properties with strong rental demand. Contact Steinmetz Real Estate for a personalized tour of Moody Street / South Waltham.
What are home prices in Moody Street / South Waltham, Waltham?
Homes in Moody Street / South Waltham typically range from $350K (condo) – $1.1M (multi-family). The Waltham market has seen a +5.8% year-over-year price change. Sarina Steinmetz has 26+ years of experience in this neighborhood — call (617) 610-0207 for a precise valuation.
What types of homes are in Moody Street / South Waltham?
Moody Street / South Waltham features Triple-Decker, Two-Family, Condo Conversion, New Construction Condo homes. Dense urban fabric of triple-deckers, two-families, and condo conversions. Some new riverfront condo development. Small lots, street parking. The most walkable part of Waltham. Browse active listings in Waltham on our listings page.
How is the commute from Moody Street / South Waltham, Waltham?
Waltham Commuter Rail station is a short walk. Bus routes 70 and 70A connect to Central Square, Cambridge. 30-40 min to downtown Boston by Commuter Rail. From Waltham, the drive to Downtown Boston (North Station) is approximately 20-35 min and 30-40 min (Commuter Rail) by transit.
What are the best schools near Moody Street / South Waltham?
Feeds into Waltham Public Schools — Fitzgerald Elementary nearby. Schools are solid and improving, though not at Newton/Lexington levels. Strong Head Start and early childhood programs. Top-rated schools include Waltham High School (6/10), McDevitt Middle School (6/10), Kennedy Middle School (6/10). The Steinmetz team can help you verify school zones for specific addresses in Moody Street / South Waltham.
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