Auburndale Massachusetts Map

About Auburndale, Massachusetts

Auburndale is a locality in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States. It has a population of approximately 9,000. The population density is 2800.0 people per km². Auburndale is located at 42.3473°N, 71.2495°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 2466.

Auburndale unfolds as a verdant stretch of Middlesex County, its gentle terrain a mosaic of mature oak and maple trees that cast shifting patterns of shade across its residential streets. It lies 2.1 miles south-south-west of Waltham, MA (from Waltham, MA: bearing 199°T), and is situated 9.8 miles west of Greater Boston. The Charles River, a constant, murmured presence, defines much of Auburndale's character, its banks offering tranquil vistas and pathways for quiet contemplation. Here, the air often carries the scent of damp earth and pine, particularly after a soft rain, lending a fresh, clean quality to the atmosphere. The neighborhood's architecture ranges from stately Victorian homes with expansive porches to more modern dwellings, all contributing to a sense of established, comfortable living. Historically, Auburndale's development is tied to its proximity to the bustling industrial centers of Boston and Waltham, serving as a desirable bedroom community for those seeking a more serene environment. Its early days were shaped by agricultural roots, with fertile land supporting small farms, a legacy that still hints at the area's past in the occasional remnant stone wall or the generous spacing of some properties. Today, Auburndale’s local economy is largely supported by its educated workforce, many of whom commute to the higher education institutions and technology companies that dot the greater Boston area, while a vibrant local business district caters to the daily needs of its residents, its shop windows reflecting the soft glow of streetlights as evening descends.

About This Auburndale Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Auburndale, Massachusetts — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 42.347319, -71.2495. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Auburndale and Middlesex County.

Detailed location data for Auburndale includes the ZIP code (02466), telephone area code (339, 351, 413, 508, 617, 774, 781, 857, 978), county seat of Middlesex County (Cambridge), and school district assignment. These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Auburndale is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.