The Town of Wellesley is a predominantly residential community, located approximately 13 miles west of Boston in Norfolk County.Its geographic location and its visual characteristics make it a highly desirable suburb for people who work in Boston. Wellesley although a residential community, is also an employment center, having several attractive office parks located primarily on its eastern border. The town is also a college community, having within its boundaries Wellesley College and Babson College, two private educational institutions, as well as Massachusetts Bay Community College.
Wellesley is home to Wellesley College, Babson College and Massachusetts Bay Community College. Wellesley College is a liberal arts college for women and was established in 1875. Wellesley College is considered to be one of the prominent liberal arts colleges in the country. The beautiful campus of Wellesley college is situated on 500 acres of land. The campus features Lake Waban, woodlands and meadows. The college is well known for the numerous former students who have obtained high positions in prominent corporations.
Most students live in residence halls on campus—each hall is its own community within the larger Wellesley community. Residents may gather for informal talks over dinner. Residences also sponsor social events, guest lecturers, dinners with faculty members, and guests-in-residence.
Housing Cost
New homes in Wellesley, Massachusetts typically have a higher sales price than comparable existing homes. Home buyers are generally willing to spend more on a new home because fewer repairs are initially required. Lower maintenance costs and builders' warranties on new construction help to counter a slower initial rate of appreciation.
Estimated median house/condo value in 2005: $1,019,600
Demographics
Wellesley covers 10.2 square miles. It sits at an elevation of 141 feet above sea level.
Zip codes: 02483 - Area codes: 781, 339
Weather
Wellesley, MA climate is warm during summer when temperatures tend to be in the 70's and very cold during winter when temperatures tend to be in the 20's.
The warmest month of the year is July with an average maximum temperature of 84.00 degrees Fahrenheit, while the coldest month of the year is January with an average minimum temperature of 16.20 degrees Fahrenheit.
Temperature variations between night and day tend to be moderate during summer with a difference that can reach 21 degrees Fahrenheit, and fairly limited during winter with an average difference of 19 degrees Fahrenheit.
The annual average precipitation at Wellesley is 45.45 Inches. Rainfall in is fairly evenly distributed throughout the year. The wettest month of the year is November with an average rainfall of 4.38 Inches.
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geographic location and its visual characteristics make it a highly desirable suburb for people who work in Boston. Wellesley although a residential community, is also an employment center, having several attractive office parks located primarily on its eastern border. The town is also a college community, having within its boundaries Wellesley College and Babson College, two private educational institutions, as well as Massachusetts Bay Community College.