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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:
25
/ 106
/ 38
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:
Single Family
PRICE:
$439,000
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This classic colonial home is ready to be updated and shined up.There are many original features and charming details that would not be seen in other homes.Home has been in the same family for decades.Pocket doors in both the living&dining room,original stain glass in the grand foyer and to the left and right of the front door,lots of original ceiling medallions and a lovely staircase.The roof and all the windows have been recently replaced. With vision and planning this home will be a gem!
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$269,000
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Nicely renovated condo located between Magoun Square and Spring Hill. Great open floor plan for kitchen, dining and living areas. Kitchen has maple glass front cabinets and granite countertops. Two large bedrooms, private deck, and GARAGE parking. Hardwood floors throughout. In-unit laundry. Private storage room in the basement.GROUP SHOWING FRIDAY MAY 25 NOON TO 1PM
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$724,900
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Fantastic location. Current owners have done many updates including a recent kitchen, custom shelving and window seat in the living room. Updated baths. New garage door. Deck off master bedroom. Small patio in rear. NOT subject to seller finding a new home.
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$1,200,000
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A Wonderful Opportunity to own Multiple residential units and a 3 level warehouse/machine shop(can be rented $2500-$3000).A 4 Family's all rented!! .There is Modern 4bd S.F. House(all units deeded sep rented at 1,800) & a 5,000 s.f warehouse w/ 4 offices,2 baths,& a 3 car drive-in bay. All units have been updated (could potentially get $1,300 or more for 1 bedroom) very Large, including furnances,& roofs.All Utilities are seperate! Keep or Sell as Condos! Tons of parking! Great Location...
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$160,000
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Bank owned....Winter Hill location. This unit is in good shape other than paper and paint. Modern kitchen and bath....good size rooms. All offers to accompany Bank of America pre-approval or Wells Fargo and all cash buyers to provide proof of funds with all offers.
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$799,900
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This property is not turn key. However, it is in a fantastic location and offers great potential for an experienced buyer, or a creative buyer with vision. Only minutes from Davis Sq., Teele Sq., and Tufts. Walkscore of 91. This 3 family has extra space that formerly was a convenience store. RC zoning allows for many possibilities. Great opportunity to acquire a versatile property in a prime location.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$599,000
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This one has character!! Home of an artist and writer. Many upgrades and many original features. NEW CEDAR SIDING! Updated kitchen, bath, skylight, added huge new mud room, new covered porch out back, storage locker for barrels, completely rebuilt stone walls and steps, completely rebuilt front porch. Gleaming hardwood throughout! Nice basement, good dry storage, room for hobbies, exterior access. Back yard full of flowers. Garden shed. Off street parking for 2 cars. Great neighborhood!!
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$319,876
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Owner will entertain offers between $279,000 and $319,876. Recently renovated condo,in great central location. Unit features 5rooms,2 bedrooms, eat in kitchen,hardwood floors,deeded parking.Currently being leased as a three bedroom.
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$529,000
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Desirable 3 family. Vinyl siding. Separate utilities. Eat-in kitchens. Nice kitchen cabinets. Recessed lighting in kitchen. Please give some notice to show. Best time to show 1st Floor is: Sunday and Wednesday or after 5 PM on other days.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$689,900
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LEED's hottest new GREEN address. The Award Winning, Residences at Maxwell's Green! Exceptional by design. GOLD Prism Award Winner, BEST Urban Infill Project & BEST Energy Efficient Design...30% more efficient than typical new construction. Exceeds even 'lofty' expectations. Open flr plans w/ floating glass panel staircases, Custom Kitchen w/ Viking Range, huge 8 ft custom windows, living rms w/ I-Pod integrated sound systems, full lwr level walk out which is customizable for a home theatre.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$369,900
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$650,000
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On one of the most sought after streets in Somerville! Lovely and sunny! Well-maintained, spacious rooms, high ceilings, and original details. Flexible flr-plan allows 1st flr br to be a family room, office or playroom. Large eat-in kitchen leading to good-sized deck with wonderful exposure overlooking fenced in yard with 4 car driveway. Upstairs brs good-sized with attic space. Enclosed front porch w/ lift. Full, dry basement. Updated systems. Incredible location, walk to T and bus routes.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$339,000
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Charming townhouse nestled in a courtyard setting in the heart of Inman Square. Open living room, dining area, renovated kitchen and full bath. Back door opens to a private patio & garden. Direct access to the basement with washer & dryer and 412 sf of storage. 2nd fl has a large master bedroom w/vaulted ceiling & en suite bath. Second BR has a walk-in closet. On a tree lined street between Inman & Union Squares. Close to transportation, shops & the city?s best restaurants around the corner.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$442,000
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Davis Square - Three bedroom condominium with parking, private deck, storage & close to the Red Line renovated in 2006. This condo features many modern amenities including a delightful eat-in-kitchen with a Bosch appliance package, yet manages to retain much original charm. It offers a flexible layout and sits just outside the heart of one of Greater Boston?s most fun, convenient and ever developing locations.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$385,000
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Rare 3-level, single family home with 6 bedrooms and 3 full baths for the price of a condo! Needs some retouching, but generally in good condition. Generously sized rooms with HW floors, newer windows and roof, brand new water heater, well-maintained systems, large backyard patio, wood deck and storage shed. Family-owned for years; currently rented for $3200/month. 5 mins walk to Orange line T. Bus to MIT area. Motivated sellers!
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$544,000
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Beautifully renovated 1st floor Philly style condo located on one of Davis Square's most popular neighborhood streets. Exceptional character details integrated with the latest design amenities for comfortable stylish living. Master bedroom on the 1st floor, 2nd & 3rd bedroom/office on 2nd floor. Glamorous eat-in kitchen w/island, granite counters & SS appliances. Large shared yard perfect for entertaining. Garage parking.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$339,900
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Total renovation to this adorable afforable 4 room condominium. Located on the first level of a two family property. Top floor unit is already owner occupied. Kitchen with Granite and stainless steel appliances a exposed brick. Good closet space by California Closets. Washer/dryer hook up in unit. Stunning bathroom, Central Air Conditioning, 2 Deeded parking spaces, storage area in basement. Close to public tansportation, stores, banks, park, restaurants and shoppi
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$800,000
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Teele Sq-nr Davis Sq; Expert developer designed & oversaw construction of his own residence, built for the long run. One enters a stately home w/custom trim, built-ins, carefully placed windows for light, privacy, furniture & art. Main floor is open plan, airy & elegant w/9'6" ceilings, 2nd flr-dramatic BR w/19' ceilings & loft rm for meditation, studio use; skylight; custom media rm w/great acoustics; priv patio, garden, custom, beau landscaping; List of many features avail;Condo deed-2 units
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$309,900
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This house is located close to Mcgrath Highway allowing easy access to Rte 93 north and south minutes to Boston. House is situated off of Pearl St. House has off street parking for one. A easily maintained back yard. Laundry hook ups in the basement. Enclosed back porch. House is ready to be rented or to be moved into. Bank of America Pre-qualification required on all offers or proof of funds if cash. Please allow 2-3 business days for seller response
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$599,900
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Charming 5BR, single family home, corner lot with 2 car garage and a 3 car driveway, fenced in yard on a tree lined street. Close to bike path. Steps to Alewife T. station and Davis square T. This home retains many of the original details, and has been lovingly maintained by the same family for over 60 years.
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