Auburndale, which is one of the thirteen Villages of Newton, is situated at the western end of Newton near the intersection of interstate highways 90 and 95. Auburndale is home to approximately 9,000 people living in the 3,200 homes within the Village. Roughly one third of these homes were built prior to 1940 providing a historic feel to nearly every neighborhood.

Located in the easternmost section of Newton, the village of Chestnut Hill was originally settled by the Hammond family in 1665. The initial Hammond property encompassed all of what is now the Newton portion of Chestnut Hill. The family remained in the area for generations, giving its name to Hammond Street, Hammond Woods and Hammond Pond.

Among the thirteen villages of Newton is a village known as Waban. Located in southwestern Newton, Waban is currently home to just over 5,400 people and the many local businesses serving the thriving community. The Waban Station ushers residents to and from work and helps students reach the many nearby educational institutions.