It took more than 200 years to carve out the 2,992 acres of land that was incorporated as the town of Belmont in 1859. Originally part of Cambridge, Watertown and Waltham, Belmont's attractive natural landscape, created by long ago glacial activity, has been praised by generations of observers and naturalists.
Historic Wellington Hill Station
Yes, nature has been kind to Belmont. And mankind has taken full advantage of nature's blessings by decorating its 5 square miles with a variety of homes -- ranging from single and two family houses, condominiums and apartments to million dollar estates -- creating a healthy, upscale, overwhelmingly-residential community.Different than most suburban communities, aside from being smaller, Belmont's annual home turnover rate is only 3%, well below average. Residents, many of whom are professionals who work nearby in Boston, Cambridge or along Rte. 128, appreciate the stability and the lifestyle of this "town of homes." Belmont's average income per household is among the highest in Massachusetts, and it's neighborliness is unmatched. There is little industry; small shops predominate in the center and town squares; town management is conservative, yet thorough; and schools are excellent. There's a simple reason that folks don't move out of Belmont very often...there is no better place to go!
Incorporated: 1859
Distance to Boston: 7 miles
Land Area:4.66 sq mi
Population: 25,000
Form of Govt: Limited Town Meeting
MBTA Commuter Rail
3 Bus Routes to Harvard Square
Just minutes to Alewife Station
Belmont High School
Honored in US News & World Report as one of the top 100 High Schools in the United States, Belmont High School has a tradition of educational excellence, providing students with the opportunity of pursuing higher education to their highest potential.
