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09-26-2008, 04:58 PM
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Moving to Boston from UK
Hi we are planning on moving to Boston from the UK in the New Year with two kids of 2 and 4 years of age. Our number one concern is schools and workmates are recomending Newton. We have a maximum budget of 1 million for a house but would rather spend less. It seems property taxes are also lower in Newton than Boston itself at about 1%? Are there any other comparable areas with as good schools on the train line that offer an easy comute etc. Thanks for any feedback.
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09-26-2008, 07:06 PM
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The town of Wellesley is also lovely with very highly regarded schools and good train access. |
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09-26-2008, 07:14 PM
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Tax rates for residential homes:
9.7 = Newton
9.18 = Wellesley
10.97 = Boston
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09-26-2008, 08:13 PM
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you'll be happy in Needham. It's next to Newton and Wellesley and has good schools as well. You will also be able to get a nice house in your price range!
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09-27-2008, 09:59 AM
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Thanks for all the information. I will look into all areas in the next couple of weeks when I visit. We are especially hoping to find somewhere that we can walk to all local shops and station from.
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09-27-2008, 08:47 PM
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Another possibility would be Winchester. It depends on which train line would be most convenient to where you need to be in Boston.
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09-27-2008, 08:53 PM
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Another possibility would be Winchester. Nice town, plenty of neighborhoods near the train and downtown.
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