Haverhill offers a calm atmosphere with over 50 parks available nearby, including Haverhill Water Supply Land and Whittier Regional High School Athletic Fields. The city features convenient access to supermarkets on State Rte 113 and numerous restaurants and cafes along Washington Street. Educational options are varied, with both public and private primary and secondary schools located nearby. Most properties are situated within a reasonable car ride to highways like Blue Streetar Memorial Hwy, offering easy access for travel. Residents also benefit from nearby train stations such as Haverhill and Bradford, plus several bus lines with stops not far from homes. Housing includes single detached homes, small apartment buildings, duplexes, and townhouses built mostly around 1962, with two and three bedroom options.
Haverhill offers a slower-paced ambience and will appeal to home buyers who enjoy spending time outdoors. This part of the Greater Boston metropolitan area is reasonably quiet overall, as there are low levels of noise from traffic - however noise can be problematic around the airport (Goddard), Blue Streetar Memorial Hwy or one of the railway lines. Finally, there are over 100 parks close by for residents to relax in, including Bailey Reservation and Carter Hill, which results in them being easy to reach from many locations within the city.
Parks, schools, dining, and what makes this neighborhood special
A central landmark and community hub, Walnut Square School has served local students for generations, fostering strong neighborhood pride and offering easy walkability for families along Main Street.
Located off Hilldale Avenue, Cashman Field is a popular green space in Walnut Square where families gather for sports, outdoor play, and local events, including youth soccer and baseball games.
This stretch of local businesses and convenience stores offers residents easy access to essentials and hidden neighborhood gems, making Hilldale Avenue a lively commercial strip for daily needs.
Situated on South Chestnut Street, Sacred Hearts Parish serves as a spiritual and cultural anchor in the neighborhood, hosting community events, festivals, and charitable activities throughout the year.
Walnut Square residents can enjoy easy access to the Bartlett Street Greenway, a scenic urban trail ideal for walking, jogging, and cycling, connecting to other recreational areas in Haverhill.
Things to do, events, and what's happening this month
This large fall festival at Crescent Farm, only a short drive from Walnut Square, combines more than 200 vintage and handmade vendors with live music, a corn maze, pumpkins, and seasonal farm atmosphere. It is a strong weekend outing for families, antique hunters, and residents seeking an early-October activity close to Haverhill.
View event details →Haverhill residents can enjoy a full day focused on printing history and book arts, beginning with coffee and a book talk at the Historic New England Center before continuing with a Linotype demonstration and open studio at the nearby Museum of Printing. The hands-on format makes this especially appealing for curious adults and families.
View event details →Held on Bradford Common, this recurring Greater Haverhill Arts Association workshop is conveniently close to Walnut Square and offers a relaxed way to spend a Saturday morning making art with local creatives. It is a practical, community-oriented choice for residents who want an indoor activity and connection with Haverhill’s arts scene.
View event details →This afternoon demonstration at Buttonwoods Museum gives Walnut Square residents an accessible opportunity to see a local artist explain creative techniques in a historic Haverhill setting. It pairs well with the nearby Greater Haverhill Arts Association annual meeting and offers a low-key cultural outing for art enthusiasts and adults looking for something different.
View event details →This six-hour independent short-film marathon at HC Media on Elm Street offers a distinctly local alternative to a standard movie night. Its central Haverhill location is convenient from Walnut Square, and the compact festival format lets residents discover emerging filmmakers while supporting the city’s community-media and creative arts scene.
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Local characteristics and demographics for Walnut Square
