Auburndale pairs riverfront calm with a lively village center on the western side of Newton. Tree-lined streets lead to indie cafes, neighborhood playgrounds, and the campus of Lasell University, whose public lectures, galleries, and games add a collegiate spark. Commuting is straightforward: the Boston core is accessible via the MBTA Green Line (D) from Riverside, and the Mass Pike puts Waltham and downtown within easy reach.
Outdoor time here revolves around the Charles. Locals jog and bike the Charles River Reservation, launch kayaks from the Cove, and pitch in with the Charles River Watershed Association’s cleanups. The City of Newton’s Parks, Recreation & Culture maintains playing fields, courts, and riverfront paths, making it easy to plan a spontaneous picnic or a Saturday soccer game. History runs deep, too—explore village architecture and the legacy of Norumbega’s amusement-park era through programs from Historic Newton.
Families value the strong Newton Public Schools and the neighborly extras, like the volunteer-run Auburndale Community Library. You’re minutes from dining in West Newton, close to trailheads near Newton Lower Falls, and still able to catch a late show in Boston without watching the clock.
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