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The City of Somerville is an urban industrial city in the Mystic Valley on the Boston transportation corridor to the northwest. It occupies about 4.1 square miles along the divide between the lower Charles and Mystic River watersheds.
Somerville was a critical military position in the Revolution, with fortifications on Prospect Hill, and was an important corridor of turnpike, canal and railroad routes from Boston during the early 19th century. But in its earliest history, Somerville served as the grazing lands for the residents of Charlestown with only a few scattered permanent settlements. Among them was Governor Winthrop's estate at Ten Hills, the location of the first ship built in the colonies, the Blessing of the Bay, in 1631. Somerville's location, close to Boston and Charlestown, assured early development of markets for the city's agriculture and dairying products as well as well as for pottery, bricks and slate.
Establishment of the area as a town in 1842 stimulated growth and in eight years the community's population more than tripled. In each of the next decades, until 1870, the population doubled. Many of the new settlers, including a large number of Irish immigrants, worked in the various brickyards of Somerville, producing as many as 1.3 million bricks a year by hand or 5.5 million with a new patent press. In 1851, the American Tube Works was opened and began manufacturing the first seamless brass tubes in the U.S. using an English patent. This marked the entrance of heavy industry into Somerville, and was soon followed by rolling and slitting mills, iron works and manufacturers of steam engines and boilers. Diversification into glass production, food processing and meat packing soon followed.
Establishment of street car lines opened Somerville's greatest suburban growth and population again exploded, growing six fold between 1870 and 1915. Development explosions in other parts of the country increased the demand for bricks and at the highest point of production, 24 million bricks were being made a year in the 12 brickyards in the city, while the scale of the meat packing industry earned Somerville the reputation as the Chicago of New England.
The city's population reached its peak during the Second World War when 105,883 people were said to create a density greater than that of Calcutta. Closely built two family homes and three deckers were put up around the city to house this population, many of whom worked in the Ford Motor Company plant, at the First National warehouse or in the wholesale slaughtering and meatpacking industry.
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School System Info
MCAS Ranking (of 351 towns) in State:
10th Grade Math: |
151 |
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10th Grade Eng: |
157 |
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8th Grade Math: |
158 |
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8th Grade Eng: |
148 |
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8th Grade Science: |
160 |
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4th Grade Math: |
210 |
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4th Grade Eng: |
222 |
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Spending/Student:
$10,453
Average SAT scores:
1420
Student/Teacher Ratios:
12.6 to 1
Community
Population:74,405 Median Income in town: $58,466 Population Density:
(people per square mile)
Crime Rate (per 1000 residents):
Property: 23.5 / 1,000
Violent: 3.4 / 1,000
Real Estate
Number of active:
Singles/Condos/Multis:
13
/ 90
/ 27
Median home price this year: N/A Median home price last year: $377,000
Median home price 5 yrs ago: $389,900
% change since last year: N/A
% change since 5 years ago: -3%
Avg single family tax bill:
$2,880
Transportation
Rail info: (T stops, commuter rail stops)
N/A
Subway info:
Red Line
Bus lines:
80, 85, 87, 88, 89, 90, 101, 194, 910, 911
Miles to Boston:
3
Drive time to Boston (minutes):
9
Rail time to Boston:
N/A
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RECENT LISTING
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$419,000
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Unbelievable location. So close to 2 great destinations: Porter & Davis. Elegance & light define this attractive, renovated 2-BR condominium. Open living/dining area features soaring ceilings, exposed brick, skylight & a possible loft space. Kitchen with granite counter tops & breakfast bar. 2 large bedrooms with ample closet space. 2 exclusive-use outdoor areas: a deck off the master BR and a balcony off the LR. In-unit laundry. Basement storage.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$275,000
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This top floor, 2 level condo is located in Winter Hill right next to Foss Park and has great views of the Boston Skyline. The master bedroom is on the top floor and has high ceilings, a skylight and a master bathroom. The main level living/dining area has an open floor plan with exposed brick, wooden beams, wood floors and a fireplace. The second bathroom has been recently renovated and the kitchen has newer appliances. This condo is close to route 93 and downtown Boston.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$279,000
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Beautiful top floor unit with open floor plan. Gas fireplace, fully applianced kitchen w/granite counters, modern tile bath with granite sink top, hardwood floors and 2 off street parking spaces. Easy access to Rte. 93, public transp, stores and shops. Unit is in move in condition. Compare!
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$439,900
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Architect Designed Gut Renovated Luxury Condo. Gorgeous rare 3 bedroom unit! Spacious Master Suite with full bath. Huge amazing eat in granite counter kitchen w/ ALL BOSCH energy star stainless appliances. New gleaming hardwood floors throughout. Extras include under cabinet lighting, crown moldings & prewired I pod docking station. Exclusive use deck off kitchen. Over 800 sq ft of private exclusive basement storage. Quiet neighborhood. TWO CAR PRKNG. High efficiency heat & a/c system.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$479,000
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Davis Sq archtectually rehabed philly style condo w/ 2T pkg and priv yd . This elegant unit is located on a corner and has a lovely private garden. Features include fireplaced living room with stained glass window plus a dining room with wainscotting and privacy shutters New kitchen with honed marble countertop offers many built in spaces and renovated cozy eating area. Master bedroom features an office nook, and half bth. See attached escrow disclosure
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$769,000
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Location ,location ,Location, Pride Of Ownership Shows in this classic triple decker near Tufts University. Updates include newer windows,newer electric. Layouts are 5 rooms,2 bedrooms hardwood floors.Flexible floor plans could be modified to possibly 3 bedroom units.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$749,000
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This large Victorian has been owned by the same family for over 24 years. The family has put a lot of care into the "bones" of the house. New roof & water heater in 2011. Furnace, CA, & whole house water filter system about 10 years old. Replacement vinyl windows.Third floor has electric heat. Beautiful original woodwork on the stairs & bullseye moldings on the windows. Currently used as a single, possibly was a 2-family. Convert back, condo, or make an amazing single. Million $ location!!!
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$749,000
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This large Victorian has been owned by the same family for over 24 years. The family has put a lot of care into the "bones" of the house. New roof & water heater in 2011. Furnace, CA, & whole house water filter system about 10 years old. Replacement vinyl windows.Third floor has electric heat. Beautiful original woodwork on the stairs & bullseye moldings on the windows. Currently used as a single, possibly was a 2-family. Convert back, condo, or make an amazing single. Million $ location!!!
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$585,000
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This bright, expansive 2 level, 3 bedroom condominium has a single family feel, with a private entrance, and a dormered, many windowed 3rd level, newly renovated in 2010/2011. The master suite has 2 wlk-in closets, dble sink bth, built-in dressers, a row of window seats with an open plan for multiple use . Front and rear porches, central A/C, 2 car tandem parking and much more in a great location/neighborhood, convenient to Teele/Davis Squares, shopping, entertainment and transportation
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$675,000
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Amazing Southern exposure! Renovated & chic 2-level condominium located on a lovely corner lot. Dramatic open living/dining room with fireplace & 2 bay windows; well appointed kitchen with granite & stainless steel appliances. 2 luxurious bathrooms - 1 with a large shower and the other with a whirlpool tub. The property also features a front porch & 2 rear decks, spacious basement storage, fenced yard & 2-car parking. Conveniently located to Davis & Porter Squares, restaurants & the Red Line.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$399,000
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Brand new townhouse renovation w/stunning curb appeal on side street just off-Broadway. 3-level living with potent'l for add'l developed space in walk-out basement. Hardwood floors, solid granite counters in kitchen, state-of-the-art energy efficiency. Great light from SE, SW, & NW exposures. Prkng & private yard. Think future value of this historic neighborhood! The $8 million East Broadway streetscape project is "set to break ground this summer" according to eastsomervillemainstreets.org.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$465,000
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A fabulous '06 renovation created this 3+ level townhouse, set on a corner lot, a short distance to Harvard Yard & vibrant Porter Sq. Stylish living abounds w/ soaring ceilings & wood floors. One side of the living/dining room is anchored by the staircase, while the other is open to the e-i-kitchen, featuring maple cab, granite counters and S.S. appliances. There are 2 ensuite bedrooms w/ baths,1 w/ gas FP and walk-in closet, the other w/ cathedral ceiling. There are in-unit W/D & 2 C parking.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$259,000
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Still paying your landlord's mortgage? Imagine your own private condo, tucked away in a lush urban setting. This beautifully maintained corner 1BR has it's own Private entry, fantastic walk-in closet +in-unit W/D, hdwd flrs and high ceilings. Stroll to Inman or Union Sq, & 1 mile to 3 Red Line Ts. ?Union Place? blt in '04, a Hip Energy Efficient Urban Community, Pioneering on the edge of Cambridge. Steps to Taza Chocolate, JamSpot, Bukowskis Tavern, Clover and More! Open House Sunday 2:00-3:30
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$229,900
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Still paying your landlord?s mtg? Here is Your Opportunity to become a Proud & Happy Somerville Homeowner. Must See 2BR condo in a Cool Converted Carriage House. Features: stunning mahogany floors, in-unit W/D, high ceils, Central Air + Open Plan Kitchen with Granite Counters. Take advantage of low interest rates, don?t wait? this will not last long. Surprisingly convenient location close to Cambridge, Boston, Sullivan Square, 93, Super Stop & Shop & Assembly Sq Mall! OH Sun 11:30-1:30
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$449,000
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Complete '08 reno. Palatial 1,701SF upper 2 lvl condo with amazing exposures in a striking Victorian 5-unit conversion. This unit features 33' open Living /Dining Room, Kitchen with maple, granite, + SS, 3 good size bedrooms + 3 Baths incl upstairs Master with 4'x11' south-facing Balc + second Bedroom both with Bath en-suite, a third Bedroom + common Bathroom, hrdwd, Central A/C, in-unit laundry, eave storage, + 1c Garage. Sweeping Boston & Monument views. Close to Union Sq + dwntwn Bos
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$265,000
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Contemporary loft living in a beautiful historic building! Artists, engineers, photographers...work and live in this unique space.....Easy living at it's best. Open and airy floor plan with high ceilings, hardwood floors, plenty of light...plus modern kitchen, appliances and soapstone apron sink. Washer and dryer in unit...Bonus area in private basement for workshop or workout area. New hot water heater in unit and many recent capitol improvements to the building. Come see for yourself!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$1,400,000
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Restored Mansard Victorian with amazing living space. Attention to every detail has been made to create the perfect city home. Tall ceilings, open living space, first floor bedroom and full bath. Open living floor plan with chef's kitchen and fireplaces well as dining room with 8 foot French Doors leading to patio. Elegant master suite with 8 foot sliding doors to deck and private third floor sanctuary.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$639,000
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NEW CONSTRUCTION - Outstanding luxury townhouse w/ 2 car garage; 1st fl.-dramatic 19?hi entry foyer w/ fl. to ceiling windows, gorgeous Chef?s kit. w/ 10? +/- breakfast bar, spacious dining/living rms. w/ gas fp & balcony; 2nd fl.-amazing master w/ sep. soaking tub & shower + study overlooking foyer; 3rd fl. - 2 large beds, walk-in closets, high ceilings & balcony. Walk score of 88, breeze to Davis Sq. & Red Line T into Boston. Hurry last one left !!
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$464,900
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A++ Location just 1 block from Porter Sq features a 2 bed + office on a lovely street. European cab. kitchen, w/ black granite counters and SS appliances open living/dinning/kit contemporary floor plan and pendant lighting. Fully tiled bath with custom marble counter, private basement laundry & storage in basement. Low fees and Unit has 1 garage PLUS 1 car off street deeded parking. One block to the T, groceries, shops, restaurants and just a few blocks to vibrant Davis Sq.
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$425,000
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Hard to find, W.Som 2 family with many original features: pine & maple flooring, built in china cabinets, original front doors, pillared column woodwork between living/dining & foyer, beautiful original frt windows (need restoration). Great location for walking, near Tufts & Teele Sq.and commuting near Rte 16/2/93. Basemt has 9ft ceilings (approx), great for developmt.Estate sale, selling "AS IS", and priced in consideration of anticipated improvements needed.Space for drivewy-need curbcut.
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