Our view from The Ridge is Prestige. A pinnacle of apartment homes rising to the call of fine living and fulfilling the promise of lifestyle. A home of distinction, a place to retreat and be with self, friends or family. A place to enjoy your reward and exclaim your status. Thanks in part to its two universities, Waltham offers a variety of creative and affordable bars, cafes and restaurants. Though many residents head to the nearby Natick for its range of upscale brands and high-fashion boutiques, Waltham is home to a number of quirky shops. Bookstores are especially popular here, and you can spend entire afternoons browsing the titles at locations like More Than Words and Back Pages. Plus, you'll find an array of antique and vintage stores lining the local streets. There's plenty to do beyond eating and book buying. Waltham's historical roots make it a fantastic place to live, and you'll be a stone's throw from local sites like the Charles River Museum of Industry, the Waltham Museum and Brandeis University's Rose Art Museum. What's more, the city is surrounded by green areas, and you can spend evenings and weekends relaxing in the Prospect Hill park areas or strolling along the river's banks.