Wellington, Medford
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The City of Medford is an historic suburban city located on the Mystic River with several small streams that provided waterpower for early industries. Originally the site of estates owned by Governors Craddock and Winthrop, Medford became a town in 1695 and a city in 1892. The city's colonial prosperity was based on being a tidewater seaport with shipbuilding and distilling, and Medford was part of the triangle trade. There was a significant slave population.
Shipbuilding was begun by Thatcher Magoun, using lumber harvested from the Fells and later from New Hampshire, which came down on the Middlesex Canal. At its peak in 1855, Magoun's shipyard employed 1,000 men. Immigrant populations, mostly Irish, were also employed in the brick yards and in quarrying Medford granite. After the decline of the shipbuilding industry, printed cloth, carpets, linseed oil, hats and rum became the major products of the city, as did education when Tufts University was founded in 1852.
Fueled by its industrial prosperity, Medford grew quickly; between 1870 and 1910 the city doubled in population every 20 years. Residents manufactured shoe-making machines, chemicals, covered buttons and brass soda fountains. T
he city retains a rich architectural heritage which includes the nationally important Isaac Royall estate as well as Federal, Greek revival and Victorian buildings. The earliest homes remaining in the community are the Peter Tufts House of 1678 and the Jonathan Wade House of 1689, but at least one outstanding example of each architectural period remains. There are now many suburban neighborhoods in Medford resulting from the rapid and dense development which followed the first world war.
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School System Info
MCAS Ranking (of 351 towns) in State:
10th Grade Math: |
108 |
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10th Grade Eng: |
130 |
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8th Grade Math: |
145 |
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8th Grade Eng: |
160 |
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8th Grade Science: |
143 |
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4th Grade Math: |
201 |
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4th Grade Eng: |
152 |
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Spending/Student:
$9,844
Average SAT scores:
1464
Student/Teacher Ratios:
12.2 to 1
Community
Population:55,565 Median Income in town: $67,472 Population Density:
(people per square mile)
Crime Rate (per 1000 residents):
Property: 25.8 / 1,000
Violent: 1.5 / 1,000
Real Estate
Number of active:
Singles/Condos/Multis:
0
/ 5
/ 1
Median home price this year: N/A Median home price last year: $340,000
Median home price 5 yrs ago: $390,000
% change since last year: N/A
% change since 5 years ago: -15%
Avg single family tax bill:
$3,623
Transportation
Rail info: (T stops, commuter rail stops)
West Medford (Lowell Line)
Subway info:
Orange Line
Bus lines:
94, 95, 96, 100, 101, 134, 325, 326, 354, 355
Miles to Boston:
6
Drive time to Boston (minutes):
9
Rail time to Boston:
14
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RECENT LISTING
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$299,000
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Accepted Offer. Open House for back up offers only. Spacious & bright unit offers eat in kitchen, dining area, 2 full bathrooms, 2 bedrooms with walk-in closets, laundry, balcony off living room etc. The complex has all amenities you can dream of: in-ground pool, BBQ/picnic area, sauna, GYM, 2 activity rooms with kitchens and baths, tennis court... and is located within 5 min walk to Wellington T Station and 3 miles from downtown Boston. Easy access to I 93, Rt 16&28.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$279,900
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Why buy a condo in a bland brick building when you can own this 5 rm,2 br home w/charm & character.Large LR, DR w/hutch, renovated fully appl'd maple cabinet kitchen w/pantry,2 generous bedrooms, master BR has double closet w/closet organizer, tin celings in all rooms, natural woodwork, tile bath, lots of sunlight, new parking area w/2 parking spaces, landscaped grounds, porch, huge basement offers lots of storage, and just .3 miles to Wellington T stop and Station Landings restaurants and shops
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$356,900
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Spectacular water and Boston views from your Juliet balcony. Granite, stainless steel and cherry kitchen, marble bath and the feel of luxury in and out of your new home. Freshly painted interior, open concept, large bedroom w/walk in closet, central air, indoor parking, concierge, game room, conference center for entertaining, dine,shop and live in Boston Back bay style! Moments to the Orange Line. Don't miss this one! Call today!
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$422,900
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Absolutely stunning open concept townhouse with modern feel in a quiet private development. Built in 2006, this spacious unit has many custom upgrades including: H/W floors, large breakfast bar, upgraded cabinets & lighting. Living room features F/P, surround sound & sliders to private balcony. Master bth has jetted tub & sep.shower. Bed's have custom closets & bths have Italian tile. Unit has deeded yrd space, garage park & low fee. Min. to Boston & public transp. Truly a beautiful home!!!!!
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$449,900
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Well priced 3 family home features: 5/4/4 rooms, 2/2/1 bedrooms, vinyl sided exterior, 2 car garage, huge 8500 sf fenced lot, 2 very young heating units, 4 elec panels, replacement windows, good size units, handy location not far from wellington T stop, tree lined street and more. Owners unit very nice with big lr, lg dr, 2 brs, hardwood,& oak kitchen. Rentals units also show well. Home treated for termites-warranty-new rear sill/joist/bsmt stairs. 1st&2nd vacant at closing. Great Value!!
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$279,000
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Finally there is a two bedroom two bath condo available near the Wellington Station Orange Line! This is an open, spacious, first floor unit on the peaceful side of the building. It has two large bedrooms, two full baths, a separate eat-in kitchen, a GIANT open living room / dining room combo, and a private balcony. Central A/C, heat, all the appliances, parking, & storage complete the package. This is a rarity and it will not last! FHA approved. NOT SHORT SALE OR BANK OWNED.
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