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Nobscot Neighborhood Guide Framingham, MA
About
Nobscot is a charming neighborhood nestled in Framingham, Massachusetts. It is conveniently located at the crossroads of Water Street and Edgell Road, providing residents easy access to downtown Framingham and the entire Metrowest area. The neighborhood is dappled with historical landmarks and is home to the Garden in the Woods, a beautiful botanic garden showcasing New England's native plants. Nobscot's close-knit community feel and scenic landscapes have made it a desirable place to live.
What You Will Love About Nobscot, Framingham, Massachusetts:
- The neighborhood's historical charm is balanced by its convenient location near various modern amenities in the wider Framingham area.
- The Garden in the Woods, a popular spot for nature lovers, is located right in the neighborhood.
- Nobscot is located near many of Framingham’s excellent schools and recreational facilities.
What's Nearby:
Nobscot is just a quick drive from downtown Framingham, making it easy to commute for work or enjoy the array of shopping, dining, and entertainment options there. The Nobscot Shopping Center and Carol Getchell Nature Trail are also nearby, providing additional recreational opportunities.
Lifestyle:
Nobscot offers a tranquil, suburban lifestyle with a strong sense of community. Residents can enjoy a multitude of outdoor activities, due to the neighborhood's proximity to parks and trails, while still having quick access to the amenities of a larger city.
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Explore the Neighborhood
There are 97 restaurants, 34 grocery stores, and 8 parks within a mile of the Nobscot neighborhood.
Nobscot Wine & SpiritsRetail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store, Liquor Store
•0.7 miles
847 Edgell Rd
- Sudbury Plaza
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•1.6 miles
509 Boston Post Rd
- Shaw's Supermarkets
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•1.6 miles
509 Boston Post Rd
- Whole Foods
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•1.7 miles
536 Boston Post Rd
- Wayside Plaza
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•1.7 miles
730 Boston Post Rd
- Roche Bros
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•1.7 miles
Ma Rt 20439 Boston Post Rd
- Nobscot Wine & Spirits
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store, Liquor Store
•0.7 miles
847 Edgell Rd
- Datti's Package Store
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Liquor Store
•0.7 miles
847 Edgell Rd
- Sudbury Plaza
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•1.6 miles
509 Boston Post Rd
- Shaw's Supermarkets
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•1.6 miles
509 Boston Post Rd
- Whole Foods
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•1.7 miles
536 Boston Post Rd
- Wayside Plaza
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•1.7 miles
730 Boston Post Rd
CJ's NorthSide GrillDining and Drinking, Restaurant, American Restaurant, Sandwich Spot, Seafood Restaurant
•0.5 miles
911 Edgell Rd
- Sabrina Wong's III Chinese Food
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, Asian Restaurant, Chinese Restaurant
•0.6 miles
790 Water St
- Gianni's Pizza & Sub's
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, Pizzeria
•0.7 miles
861 Edgell Rd
- Honey Dew Donuts
Dining and Drinking, Bagel Shop, Breakfast Spot, Cafe, Coffee, and Tea House, Coffee Shop, Donut Shop
•0.7 miles
861 Edgell Rd
- Silk
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Restaurant
•0.7 miles
1 Edgell Rd
- Nobscot Cafe
Dining and Drinking
•0.7 miles
847 Edgell Rd
Nobscot Convenience & DeliRetail, Convenience Store
•0.5 miles
908 Edgell Rd
- CVS Pharmacy
Retail, Drugstore
•0.6 miles
774 Water St
- Baystate Sports Cards
Retail, Hobby Store
•0.7 miles
861 Edgell Rd
- Life is dog
Business and Professional Services, Pet Service, Pet Sitting and Boarding Service, Retail, Pet Supplies Store
•1.0 mile
687 Edgell Rd
- Beantown Hounds
Business and Professional Services, Pet Service, Pet Sitting and Boarding Service, Retail, Pet Supplies Store
•1.4 miles
775 Edmands Rd
- Toby's Top Dog Walking
Business and Professional Services, Pet Service, Pet Sitting and Boarding Service, Retail, Pet Supplies Store
•1.6 miles
26 Riverview Rd
GardenLandmarks and Outdoors, Park
•0.6 miles
180 Hemenway Rd
- New England Wild Flower Society
Landmarks and Outdoors, Garden
•0.6 miles
180 Hemenway Rd
- Woodfield Playground
Landmarks and Outdoors, Park
•0.7 miles
22 Sloane Dr
- Nobscot Scout Reservation
Landmarks and Outdoors, Campground
•1.1 miles
1 Nobscot Rd
- Blue Meadow Farm
Landmarks and Outdoors
•1.2 miles
120 Nobscot Rd
- Simpson Park Playground
Landmarks and Outdoors, Park
•1.6 miles
Simpson Road
Stone Otis StudiosArts and Entertainment, Retail, Miscellaneous Store
•0.3 miles
22 Hiram Rd
- AudioArt
Arts and Entertainment, Art Gallery
•1.6 miles
615 Boston Post Rd
- The Performing Arts Connection
Arts and Entertainment, Performing Arts Venue, Music Venue, Theater
•2.0 miles
31 Union Ave
- Northern Lights Entertainment
Arts and Entertainment, Carnival, Business and Professional Services, Entertainment Service
•2.0 miles
387 Boston Post Rd
- Driscoll Productions
Arts and Entertainment, Performing Arts Venue, Music Venue
•2.0 miles
22 Driscoll Dr
- Mystical Popups
Arts and Entertainment, Psychic and Astrologer
•2.0 miles
365 Boston Post Rd
Apple Seeds DaycareBusiness and Professional Services, Child Care Service, Daycare
•0.4 miles
65 Apple D or Rd
- Anton's Cleaners
Business and Professional Services, Health and Beauty Service, Dry Cleaner
•0.6 miles
795 Water St
- Gulf
Travel and Transportation, Fuel Station
•0.6 miles
876 Edgell Rd
Framingham Animal HospitalHealth and Medicine, Veterinarian
•0.6 miles
1415 Edgell Rd
- Skipton West
Business and Professional Services, Pet Service, Pet Grooming Service
•0.6 miles
874 Edgell Rd
- Village Cleaners
Business and Professional Services, Health and Beauty Service, Dry Cleaner
•0.6 miles
784 Water St
Brine's Sporting GoodsRetail, Sporting Goods Retail
•1.6 miles
615 Boston Post Rd
Impact Functional And Sports TrainingSports and Recreation, Gym and Studio
•1.6 miles
505 Boston Post Rd
- Your Element Yoga
Sports and Recreation, Gym and Studio, Yoga Studio
•1.6 miles
525 Boston Post Rd
- Thrive Power Yoga
Sports and Recreation, Gym and Studio, Yoga Studio
•1.6 miles
525 Boston Post Rd
- Orangetheory Fitness
Sports and Recreation, Gym and Studio
•1.7 miles
534 Boston Post Rd
- Millwood Farm Golf Course
Sports and Recreation, Golf, Golf Course
•1.7 miles
175 Millwood St
SilkDining and Drinking, Bar, Restaurant
•0.7 miles
1 Edgell Rd
- Bullfinchs Restaurant and Catering
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Restaurant, American Restaurant, New American Restaurant
•1.7 miles
730 Boston Post Rd
- Oak Barrel Tavern
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Restaurant, Wings Joint
•1.7 miles
528 Boston Post Rd
- Sports Pub & Lounge
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Lounge, Restaurant, American Restaurant
•2.7 miles
1186 Worcester Rd
- Original Sports Pub
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Dive Bar, Restaurant
•2.7 miles
1186 Worcester Rd
KinderCare Learning CenterCommunity and Government, Education, Preschool
•0.6 miles
73 Harrington Rd
- Blocks Preschool
Community and Government, Education, Preschool
•1.2 miles
454 Water St
- Early Childhood Associates
Business and Professional Services, Child Care Service, Community and Government, Education, Preschool
•1.6 miles
201 Water St
- Mc Auliffe Branch Library
Community and Government, Library
•1.9 miles
10 Nicholas Rd
- Christa Corrigan McAulife Branch Framingham Public Library
Community and Government, Library
•1.9 miles
746 Water St
- Little Hands Academy
Business and Professional Services, Child Care Service, Community and Government, Education, Preschool
•2.0 miles
31 Union Ave
- Wild Birds Unlimited
Health and Medicine, Hospital
•1.6 miles
513A Boston Post Rd
- Sudbury Police Department
Community and Government, Government Building, Law Enforcement and Public Safety, Police Station
•1.9 miles
415 Boston Post Rd
- State Police Crime Laboratory
Community and Government, Government Building, Law Enforcement and Public Safety, Police Station
•1.9 miles
59 Horse Pond Rd
- Framingham Fire Department
Community and Government, Government Building, Law Enforcement and Public Safety, Fire Station
•2.6 miles
1055 Worcester Rd
- Metrowest Wellness System
Health and Medicine, Hospital, Medical Center
•2.6 miles
761 Worcester Rd
- VIP Tires & Service
Community and Government, Government Building, Law Enforcement and Public Safety, Fire Station
•2.7 miles
752 Worcester Rd
Nobscot Apartments and Rentals
46 Rental properties in Nobscot, Framingham, MA.
Cost of Living
| Category | Compare to State Avg. | Compare to National Avg. |
|---|---|---|
| housing | 2.5% | 119.4% |
| utilities | 1.5% | 42.9% |
| food | 0.1% | 5% |
| transportation | 0.3% | 12.6% |
| healthcare | 0.1% | 17.9% |
Nobscot Demographics
Nobscot Reviews
Busy Streets
No
Say 5 of 7 renters
Noise Late At Night
No
Say 5 of 7 renters
Area Has Litter
No
Say 5 of 7 renters
Mostly Older Buildings
No
Say 5 of 7 renters
Area Has Potholes
No
Say 5 of 7 renters
Good Place To Raise A Family
Yes
Say 5 of 7 renters
Nobscot Transportation
Car-Dependent
Somewhat Bikeable
Nobscot Schools
- 5/10
Grades K-5 • Public
- 4/10
Grades 6-8 • Public
- 5/10
Grades K-5 • Public
- NRNo Rating
Grades PK, K-5 • Private
- NRNo Rating
Grades PK-12 • Private
- 3/10
Christa Mcauliffe Regional Charter Public School
Grades 6-8 • Charter