I’ve been analyzing data from the Zillow Home Value Index and found the luxury real estate market in Massachusetts continues to demonstrate remarkable resilience and growth across various timeframes. These 25 neighborhoods showcase the pinnacle of Massachusetts property values, with many areas more than doubling in value since 2010.
What’s particularly fascinating is how Newton neighborhoods dominate the upper echelon, claiming 8 spots in this elite ranking. The data reveals an average 15-year appreciation of over 115% across all neighborhoods, with coastal areas like North Chatham seeing exceptional 5-year growth of 85% since 2020, demonstrating the pandemic’s effect on premium property values.
I’ve ranked these neighborhoods from least to most expensive based on February 2025 values, calculated growth percentages across multiple timeframes, and provided financial analysis for each location. The divergence between Boston’s urban luxury market (with Downtown Crossing showing just 4.9% five-year growth) and suburban powerhouses like Newton Lower Falls (49.4% growth) highlights the shifting investment landscape.
25. Back Bay
- 2025 Home Value: $1,250,596
- 2020 Home Value: $1,162,907
- 2015 Home Value: $950,404
- 2010 Home Value: $680,725
- % Change (2010–2025): 83.7%
- % Change (2015–2025): 31.6%
- % Change (2020–2025): 7.5%
Back Bay’s property values have shown remarkable financial resilience, nearly doubling from $680,725 in 2010 to $1,250,596 in 2025, representing a solid 83.7% return on investment over 15 years. While the growth has slowed to 7.5% in the past five years, the neighborhood maintains its position as a blue-chip investment with consistently high demand. Located in Boston’s prestigious central district along the Charles River, Back Bay blends historic brownstones with luxury high-rises that continue to command premium pricing despite the slowing appreciation rate.
24. Aggasiz – Harvard North
- 2025 Home Value: $1,264,873
- 2020 Home Value: $1,062,036
- 2015 Home Value: $808,757
- 2010 Home Value: $581,036
- % Change (2010–2025): 117.7%
- % Change (2015–2025): 56.4%
- % Change (2020–2025): 19.1%
The investment profile of Aggasiz-Harvard North has been nothing short of spectacular, with a staggering 117.7% appreciation since 2010, more than doubling the initial property values from $581,036 to $1,264,873. Recent performance remains strong with a 19.1% five-year growth rate, outpacing many luxury markets and indicating sustained investor confidence. This Cambridge enclave, situated just north of Harvard University in Middlesex County, benefits from its academic prestige and limited housing inventory, creating a perpetual seller’s market that continues to reward long-term property holders.
23. Main Street
- 2025 Home Value: $1,296,114
- 2020 Home Value: $891,814
- 2015 Home Value: N/A
- 2010 Home Value: N/A
- % Change (2010–2025): N/A
- % Change (2015–2025): N/A
- % Change (2020–2025): 45.3%
Main Street’s financial trajectory shows exceptional short-term growth, with property values surging 45.3% from $891,814 in 2020 to $1,296,114 by 2025, representing one of the strongest five-year performances in the Massachusetts luxury market. This rapid appreciation suggests a dramatically shifting valuation landscape in this previously under-the-radar investment area. Located in historic Concord in Middlesex County, this neighborhood combines Revolutionary War heritage with modern luxury, creating a unique value proposition that has increasingly attracted high-net-worth buyers seeking both historical significance and investment potential.
22. West Newton
- 2025 Home Value: $1,325,742
- 2020 Home Value: $965,017
- 2015 Home Value: $783,354
- 2010 Home Value: $622,943
- % Change (2010–2025): 112.8%
- % Change (2015–2025): 69.2%
- % Change (2020–2025): 37.4%
West Newton’s financial performance has been remarkably consistent, with property values more than doubling from $622,943 in 2010 to $1,325,742 in 2025, yielding a 112.8% return over 15 years and an impressive 37.4% surge since 2020. This acceleration in the appreciation rate demonstrates increasing market preference for suburban luxury with urban accessibility. Situated in Newton’s western section in Middlesex County, West Newton offers investors a perfect blend of historic architecture, excellent schools, and convenient transit options, creating the formula for its sustained price growth across all measured timeframes.
21. Newton Lower Falls
- 2025 Home Value: $1,334,034
- 2020 Home Value: $893,210
- 2015 Home Value: $706,769
- 2010 Home Value: $532,825
- % Change (2010–2025): 150.4%
- % Change (2015–2025): 88.8%
- % Change (2020–2025): 49.4%
Newton Lower Falls delivers exceptional financial performance with a stunning 150.4% appreciation since 2010, transforming average home values from $532,825 to $1,334,034 by 2025, putting it among the top performers for long-term wealth creation. The neighborhood’s recent 49.4% five-year growth rate reflects heightened demand and investment acceleration in this premium market segment. Tucked along the Charles River in western Newton, this intimate enclave combines waterfront amenities with historic mill buildings, creating a distinctive market niche that commands increasing premiums from luxury buyers seeking character properties with natural surroundings.
20. Auburndale
- 2025 Home Value: $1,350,913
- 2020 Home Value: $965,272
- 2015 Home Value: $763,789
- 2010 Home Value: $598,928
- % Change (2010–2025): 125.6%
- % Change (2015–2025): 76.9%
- % Change (2020–2025): 40.0%
Auburndale’s investment metrics reveal extraordinary capital appreciation, with values soaring 125.6% from $598,928 in 2010 to $1,350,913 by 2025, far outpacing traditional investment vehicles over the same period. The neighborhood’s 40% five-year growth rate demonstrates accelerating demand in the post-pandemic luxury housing market across Boston’s premier suburbs. This picturesque Newton village, nestled between the Charles River and Woodland Golf Club in Middlesex County, offers a rare combination of natural beauty, recreational amenities, and convenient commuting options that continue to drive its premium valuation in the market.
19. Aspinwall Hill
- 2025 Home Value: $1,356,528
- 2020 Home Value: $1,145,976
- 2015 Home Value: $882,831
- 2010 Home Value: $640,108
- % Change (2010–2025): 111.9%
- % Change (2015–2025): 53.7%
- % Change (2020–2025): 18.4%
Aspinwall Hill presents a compelling financial case study, with property values increasing 111.9% from $640,108 in 2010 to $1,356,528 by 2025, demonstrating the enduring value proposition of established luxury enclaves. While its 18.4% five-year growth rate shows more modest recent gains, the neighborhood maintains strong overall appreciation trends across all timeframes. This elevated Brookline neighborhood in Norfolk County features winding streets lined with distinctive Victorian and Colonial homes on larger lots, offering a unique market positioning that continues to attract affluent buyers seeking prestige addresses with architectural distinction.
18. Dexter
- 2025 Home Value: $1,369,507
- 2020 Home Value: $948,315
- 2015 Home Value: $794,071
- 2010 Home Value: $696,009
- % Change (2010–2025): 96.8%
- % Change (2015–2025): 72.5%
- % Change (2020–2025): 44.4%
Dexter’s financial trajectory shows remarkable recent acceleration, with values climbing from $948,315 in 2020 to $1,369,507 by 2025, representing a robust 44.4% appreciation in just five years and outpacing its earlier growth rates. The 15-year performance shows near-doubling of property values, confirming this area’s emergence as a premium investment location. Situated in Dedham within Norfolk County, this historic neighborhood combines traditional New England charm with proximity to Boston, creating an increasingly sought-after investment profile that balances suburban space with metropolitan accessibility.
17. Woods Hole
- 2025 Home Value: $1,369,526
- 2020 Home Value: $751,244
- 2015 Home Value: N/A
- 2010 Home Value: N/A
- % Change (2010–2025): N/A
- % Change (2015–2025): N/A
- % Change (2020–2025): 82.3%
Woods Hole exhibits extraordinary financial dynamics with property values skyrocketing 82.3% in just five years, from $751,244 in 2020 to $1,369,526 by 2025—the highest short-term appreciation rate among all analyzed neighborhoods. This exceptional growth pattern reflects a fundamental market revaluation and surge in demand for premium coastal properties. Located at the southwestern tip of Cape Cod in Falmouth, Barnstable County, this oceanfront village combines world-renowned marine research institutions with scenic harbor views, creating a unique investment opportunity for buyers seeking both intellectual community and natural coastal beauty.
16. Newtonville
- 2025 Home Value: $1,436,187
- 2020 Home Value: $1,054,280
- 2015 Home Value: $860,152
- 2010 Home Value: $679,084
- % Change (2010–2025): 111.5%
- % Change (2015–2025): 67.0%
- % Change (2020–2025): 36.2%
Newtonville’s financial evolution has been nothing short of remarkable, with property values more than doubling from $679,084 in 2010 to $1,436,187 by 2025, delivering a 111.5% return that would satisfy even the most demanding investors. The accelerating 36.2% appreciation rate since 2020 indicates continued market confidence and increasing buyer competition for available inventory. Centrally located in Newton, Middlesex County, this neighborhood combines victorian architectural heritage with revitalized village centers, producing an increasingly attractive value proposition for luxury buyers seeking both aesthetic appeal and daily convenience in a premium location.
15. Emerson Garden
- 2025 Home Value: $1,464,444
- 2020 Home Value: $1,261,293
- 2015 Home Value: $976,150
- 2010 Home Value: $702,259
- % Change (2010–2025): 108.5%
- % Change (2015–2025): 50.0%
- % Change (2020–2025): 16.1%
Emerson Garden presents a compelling investment narrative with property values appreciating 108.5% since 2010, rising from $702,259 to $1,464,444 by 2025, demonstrating the area’s consistent desirability among affluent buyers. The more modest 16.1% five-year growth suggests a market that has reached a maturity phase after earlier rapid expansion. This elegant Brookline neighborhood in Norfolk County centers around a historic park designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, creating a tranquil urban oasis surrounded by distinguished homes that consistently command premium pricing despite fluctuating growth rates.
14. Chestnut Hill (2)
- 2025 Home Value: $1,550,436
- 2020 Home Value: $1,125,458
- 2015 Home Value: $882,044
- 2010 Home Value: $681,238
- % Change (2010–2025): 127.6%
- % Change (2015–2025): 75.8%
- % Change (2020–2025): 37.8%
The Chestnut Hill (2) financial profile demonstrates exceptional investment performance with values surging 127.6% from $681,238 in 2010 to $1,550,436 by 2025, consistently outperforming broader market averages across all timeframes. Recent appreciation of 37.8% since 2020 confirms sustained buyer demand and willingness to pay increasing premiums for properties in this coveted area. Located in Newton’s southwestern section in Middlesex County, this neighborhood shares the prestigious Chestnut Hill address with neighboring Brookline, offering estate-sized properties near Boston College that continue to attract wealthy families seeking exclusivity, prestige, and substantial homes.
13. High Street Hill
- 2025 Home Value: $1,603,672
- 2020 Home Value: $1,328,689
- 2015 Home Value: $1,053,032
- 2010 Home Value: $803,051
- % Change (2010–2025): 99.7%
- % Change (2015–2025): 52.3%
- % Change (2020–2025): 20.7%
High Street Hill demonstrates impressive financial resilience with property values virtually doubling from $803,051 in 2010 to $1,603,672 by 2025, reflecting a 99.7% appreciation that narrowly misses the psychological 100% threshold. The neighborhood’s solid 20.7% five-year growth shows continued upward momentum even at these elevated valuation levels. This prestigious Brookline enclave in Norfolk County rises dramatically above the Muddy River with winding streets featuring architecturally significant homes, creating a rarefied market that consistently attracts discerning buyers seeking architectural distinctiveness.
12. West Cambridge
- 2025 Home Value: $1,629,788
- 2020 Home Value: $1,303,990
- 2015 Home Value: $985,550
- 2010 Home Value: $709,166
- % Change (2010–2025): 129.8%
- % Change (2015–2025): 65.4%
- % Change (2020–2025): 25.0%
West Cambridge showcases exceptional investment performance with property values more than doubling from $709,166 in 2010 to $1,629,788 by 2025, representing a robust 129.8% appreciation that far outpaces inflation and most alternative investments. The moderate 25% growth since 2020 indicates a stabilizing but still upward trajectory in this mature luxury market. This verdant Cambridge neighborhood in Middlesex County stretches westward from Harvard Square to the Belmont border, featuring tree-lined streets with a diverse architectural mix of Victorian, Colonial and contemporary homes that maintain persistent appeal to academics, professionals, and executives.
11. American Mile
- 2025 Home Value: $1,650,656
- 2020 Home Value: $1,090,859
- 2015 Home Value: N/A
- 2010 Home Value: N/A
- % Change (2010–2025): N/A
- % Change (2015–2025): N/A
- % Change (2020–2025): 51.3%
American Mile exhibits remarkable financial momentum with property values surging 51.3% in just five years, from $1,090,859 in 2020 to $1,650,656 by 2025, representing one of the strongest recent growth rates among Massachusetts luxury neighborhoods. This accelerated appreciation trajectory suggests increasing recognition of the area’s intrinsic value and investment potential. Located along Lexington Road in historic Concord in Middlesex County, this neighborhood features meticulously preserved colonial homes dating to Revolutionary times, offering investors a rare combination of historical significance, architectural integrity, and escalating market demand.
10. Newton Corner
- 2025 Home Value: $1,663,797
- 2020 Home Value: $1,196,130
- 2015 Home Value: $993,407
- 2010 Home Value: $801,773
- % Change (2010–2025): 107.5%
- % Change (2015–2025): 67.5%
- % Change (2020–2025): 39.1%
Newton Corner’s financial performance has been exemplary, with property values more than doubling from $801,773 in 2010 to $1,663,797 by 2025, yielding a 107.5% return that reflects the area’s increasing desirability among affluent buyers. The robust 39.1% five-year growth rate indicates accelerating market momentum and heightened investor confidence. Strategically positioned at Newton’s eastern gateway in Middlesex County, this neighborhood offers exceptional transportation access with distinctive Victorian and Queen Anne homes that increasingly attract professionals seeking both convenience and architectural character in their real estate investments.
9. Chestnut Hill
- 2025 Home Value: $1,675,899
- 2020 Home Value: $1,209,111
- 2015 Home Value: $1,005,110
- 2010 Home Value: $789,052
- % Change (2010–2025): 112.4%
- % Change (2015–2025): 66.7%
- % Change (2020–2025): 38.6%
Chestnut Hill presents a compelling investment narrative with property values appreciating 112.4% since 2010, climbing from $789,052 to $1,675,899 by 2025, demonstrating sustained market confidence and buyer willingness to pay significant premiums. The impressive 38.6% five-year growth confirms the neighborhood’s enduring appeal among luxury homebuyers. Straddling Brookline, Newton, and Boston in Norfolk County, this prestigious address features distinctive estate homes set on larger lots, offering buyers architectural significance, proximity to elite educational institutions, and upscale retail options that consistently drive demand at premium price points.
8. Downtown Crossing
- 2025 Home Value: $1,685,419
- 2020 Home Value: $1,606,065
- 2015 Home Value: $1,201,672
- 2010 Home Value: $804,740
- % Change (2010–2025): 109.4%
- % Change (2015–2025): 40.3%
- % Change (2020–2025): 4.9%
Downtown Crossing exhibits a fascinating financial pattern, with property values more than doubling from $804,740 in 2010 to $1,685,419 by 2025, representing a solid 109.4% long-term appreciation, but showing a dramatic slowdown to just 4.9% growth since 2020. This deceleration suggests a significant market shift after the COVID-19 pandemic impacted urban luxury demand. Located in Boston’s core commercial district in Suffolk County, this neighborhood has transformed from primarily retail to include luxury residential options in renovated historic buildings and sleek new towers, creating a unique investment profile that appears to be rebalancing after earlier rapid growth.
7. Newton Highlands
- 2025 Home Value: $1,782,331
- 2020 Home Value: $1,228,047
- 2015 Home Value: $999,575
- 2010 Home Value: $793,296
- % Change (2010–2025): 124.7%
- % Change (2015–2025): 78.3%
- % Change (2020–2025): 45.1%
Newton Highlands showcases exceptional financial dynamics with property values soaring 124.7% from $793,296 in 2010 to $1,782,331 by 2025, outperforming most alternative investment classes over this period. The impressive 45.1% five-year appreciation rate demonstrates accelerating market momentum and heightened buyer competition. This picturesque village in Newton’s southern section in Middlesex County features a charming commercial district surrounded by tree-lined streets with distinctive Victorian, Craftsman, and Colonial homes, attracting affluent professionals and families seeking architectural character, excellent schools, and convenient commuter rail access to Boston.
6. North Chatham
- 2025 Home Value: $1,839,599
- 2020 Home Value: $994,155
- 2015 Home Value: $854,367
- 2010 Home Value: $834,012
- % Change (2010–2025): 120.6%
- % Change (2015–2025): 115.3%
- % Change (2020–2025): 85.0%
North Chatham’s investment performance has been truly extraordinary, with property values skyrocketing 85% in just five years, from $994,155 in 2020 to $1,839,599 by 2025, representing one of the most dramatic short-term appreciations in Massachusetts luxury real estate. The overall 120.6% growth since 2010 confirms the area’s emergence as a premium destination. Located on Cape Cod’s northeastern shore in Barnstable County, this oceanfront community features expansive waterfront estates with spectacular Atlantic views, increasingly attracting wealthy second-home buyers and retirees seeking coastal luxury in a less commercialized setting than the Hamptons or Nantucket.
5. Oak Hill
- 2025 Home Value: $1,861,284
- 2020 Home Value: $1,210,231
- 2015 Home Value: $995,213
- 2010 Home Value: $794,685
- % Change (2010–2025): 134.2%
- % Change (2015–2025): 87.0%
- % Change (2020–2025): 53.8%
Oak Hill demonstrates phenomenal investment performance with property values more than doubling from $794,685 in 2010 to $1,861,284 by 2025, delivering a remarkable 134.2% return that ranks among the highest long-term appreciation rates in this analysis. The substantial 53.8% five-year growth rate confirms accelerating market momentum and heightened buyer demand. Occupying Newton’s southeastern corner in Middlesex County, this elevated neighborhood features winding, wooded streets with larger estate properties and newer luxury homes, attracting affluent professionals and entrepreneurs seeking privacy, space, and prestigious addresses within convenient reach of Boston’s business centers.
4. Newton Centre
- 2025 Home Value: $1,911,033
- 2020 Home Value: $1,291,881
- 2015 Home Value: $1,072,040
- 2010 Home Value: $860,255
- % Change (2010–2025): 122.1%
- % Change (2015–2025): 78.3%
- % Change (2020–2025): 47.9%
Newton Centre exhibits exceptional financial appreciation with property values more than doubling from $860,255 in 2010 to $1,911,033 by 2025, reflecting a robust 122.1% return that far outpaces traditional investment vehicles. The significant 47.9% five-year growth rate demonstrates continued market confidence and accelerating buyer competition. Located in Newton’s geographic heart in Middlesex County, this neighborhood combines a vibrant village center with prestigious residential streets featuring architecturally significant homes, increasingly attracting wealthy professionals seeking the perfect balance of urban amenities, excellent schools, and convenient transit access to Boston’s commercial centers.
3. Waban
- 2025 Home Value: $2,035,239
- 2020 Home Value: $1,371,061
- 2015 Home Value: $1,141,426
- 2010 Home Value: $974,707
- % Change (2010–2025): 108.8%
- % Change (2015–2025): 78.3%
- % Change (2020–2025): 48.4%
Waban’s investment trajectory has been consistently exceptional, with property values more than doubling from $974,707 in 2010 to $2,035,239 by 2025, yielding a 108.8% return that confirms the neighborhood’s status as a blue-chip real estate investment. The impressive 48.4% appreciation since 2020 indicates accelerating market momentum despite starting from an already high valuation base. This exclusive Newton neighborhood in Middlesex County features winding streets with elegant homes set on larger lots, offering affluent buyers a perfect combination of architectural distinction, neighborhood prestige, top-ranked schools, and convenient Green Line access that continues to drive premium pricing.
2. North Bridge/Monument Square
- 2025 Home Value: $2,101,243
- 2020 Home Value: N/A
- 2015 Home Value: N/A
- 2010 Home Value: N/A
- % Change (2010–2025): N/A
- % Change (2015–2025): N/A
- % Change (2020–2025): N/A
North Bridge/Monument Square has emerged as Massachusetts’ second most expensive neighborhood with an astounding $2,101,243 average home value in 2025, though historical comparisons are unavailable due to recent tracking of this ultra-premium market segment. This exceptional valuation positions the area among the most exclusive residential enclaves in New England. Centered around Concord’s historic Revolutionary War landmarks in Middlesex County, this prestigious neighborhood features meticulously preserved antique homes and elegant estates on generous lots, attracting wealthy history enthusiasts, executives, and prominent families seeking to combine historical significance with modern luxury amenities.
1. Fisher Hill
- 2025 Home Value: $3,255,189
- 2020 Home Value: $2,281,401
- 2015 Home Value: $1,971,894
- 2010 Home Value: $1,468,212
- % Change (2010–2025): 121.7%
- % Change (2015–2025): 65.1%
- % Change (2020–2025): 42.7%
Fisher Hill reigns as Massachusetts’ most valuable neighborhood with an extraordinary $3,255,189 average home value in 2025, representing a remarkable 121.7% appreciation since 2010 and confirming its status as the crown jewel of the region’s luxury real estate market. The substantial 42.7% growth since 2020 demonstrates continued buyer willingness to pay ever-increasing premiums for this prestigious address. This exclusive Brookline enclave in Norfolk County features grand mansions and estates on expansive lots with meticulous landscaping, attracting Boston’s financial elite, international buyers, and prominent families seeking the ultimate combination of architectural grandeur, privacy, and proximity to urban amenities.
