Famous people from Newton: Jim Halpert, Joey Tribbiani, the Fig Newton, me. It was a great place to grow up. Real close to a lot of good stuff - hospitals, schools, T stops, Jewish folks. It wasn’t super expensive when I grew up there but it is now. It’s a legit city. You’re not going to get a small town feel except within your area: Newton Center, Chestnut Hill, Waban, Oak Hill, Newton Highlands, etc. If you live near South (1 of 2 high schools), you’re in a good area. Kids can go ride bikes without worrying about pedos or other crime. I liked it, if you can swing it, go for it. The only downside, it’s not near the ocean. Rivers and ponds it has. Good parks too. And the library is nuts. Ramble over.