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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:
N/A
Average SAT scores:
1420
Student/Teacher Ratios:
12.3 to 1
Community
Population:77,478 Median Income in town: 51,243 Population Density:
(people per square mile)
Crime Rate (property/violent):
Property: 2 / 1,000
Violent: 24 / 1,000
Real Estate
Number of active:
Singles/Condos/Multis:
20
/ 145
/ 67
Median home price this year: $185,400 Median home price last year: N/A
Median home price 5 yrs ago: N/A
% change since last year: N/A
% change since 5 years ago: N/A
Avg single family tax bill:
N/A
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:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$775,000
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Walk to Davis Square.Excellent location,large Philly style 2 family near Tufts University,1ST floor 5rm/2br,new windows,oversizesd deck,2 car garage,2ND floor has 4br,total 7rm on 2 floors.The total living area is over 3,100 Sq Ft,making it one of the largest in the area.Updates include newer roof,replacement windows,recently painted.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$539,000
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Spring Hill ? Among beautiful historic homes, this sophisticated penthouse condo with private entrance is in an 1890 mansion. Just renovated with dramatic open spaces. Living/dining room with cathedral ceiling; custom kitchen with granite counters & stainless steel appliances; master bedroom with bath en suite. Details include crown moldings, hardwood floors, central air conditioning, storage area and parking.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$289,000
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FIRST OPEN HOUSE March 14, 12-2pm- Stunning 2005 construction built by David Aposhian. Great location walking distance to Inman and Union Sq. This top floor unit features hardwood floors throughout with lots of natural light, high ceilings, a modern kitchen with gas cooking, granite and stainless appliances. Fantastic built-in storage plus walk-in closet. Garage parking for the building is across the street for $125/month. Low condo fee (includes heat) & high owner-occupancy. Pets ok.
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$425,000
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This charming RB zoned two family house is on a corner lot and has many updates but still needs some TLC to bring it up to its full potential. Brand new rear stairs and porches have just been added. The laundry room in the basement has two sets of washers and dryers. Area amenities include easy access to Route 93, stores, restaurants, and the bus route.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$297,000
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Huge value, Be Quick! Open Concept, End Unit Townhouse Condo with 3 bedrooms and 1.5 baths on three levels of living! Enjoy In-unit Laundry, a Newly Renovated Kitchen w/ SS Appliances, Granite tops -- Bedrooms just redone with new Berber, Rear has extra parking or Storage for bikes or Patio/Grilling. Friendly and Stable Association, WalkScore? of 83, 16min to Davis Square Redline, and very near Future Proposed Green Line "T" Stop. Great area Low condo fees!
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$280,000
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Walk down the Bike path to Davis Square or stroll to Porter. 1239 sq/ft condo, two bedrooms plus study, large eat-in kitchen, front & back porches, hot water & furnace ~ 1 year old. Hardwood floors in living & dining rooms and kitchen are 4 years old. Needs TLC over time...great potential for first time buyers. Parking, great basement storage.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$599,000
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Beautiful townhome steps from Inman Square with high end finishes throughout. Kitchen w/white raised-panel StarMark kitchen cabinets, blue pearl granite counters and stainless steel appliances. Master BR with cathedral ceiling, gas fp and walk-in closet. Master BA w/ Jacuzzi tub and radiant heat. Brazilian cherry hw flrs; Mahogany staircases; Norco windows; Central air; Rinnai tankless hot wtr sys; intercom; basement storage; mahogany deck; pkg. Leased through August 2010.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$371,876
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Winter Hill area Luxury Condo 1760 sq ft of living area on 2 floors. Oak floors throughout,slate and ceramic in 2 baths.Xtralarge kitchen and Dining area,cherry cabinets,crown mouldings,stainless appliances,granite countertops,central AC,recessed lighting.Brand new renovation,priced to sell quick. Owner will entertain offers from $339,000 to $371,876 Bring Offers!!!Motivated Seller!!!
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$699,000
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Beautifully updated 3 Family..All 4 Bedroom Units!! Newer roof only 3 Yrs old..furnaces & hot water heaters only 3 yrs old. New windows, new vinyl siding,All utilities are sep..2 Car garage & 3-4 car parking in the driveway. There is an area in each of the kitchens where you can put washer/dryer hook-ups. Close to Rte.93, walk to Sullivan T, minutes to Boston. The Owner is getting great rents in all 3 Units. Delead Certificates for All the Units!! Large Basement w/ finished room. Make an Offer!!
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$538,900
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Opportunity knocks. Tucked away up on a hill across historic Nathan Tufts Park in Davis Sq, impressive bi-level condo with private majestic front porch and entrance. Generous rooms filled with period details: wdw bays, fp, columns, built-ins, pocket doors & wainscoting. Sitting room off grand foyer w/ french doors + 2 good-sized BR /1 BA on 1st fl. MBR on 2nd fl. w/ bath, en-suite office & glass door to deck. Kitchen awaits your personal touch. Baths renovated. Shared leafy yard. Unique offering
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$599,000
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Sophisticated penthouse Condo in historic gem! Orignally built in 1874 this historic treasure was modernized in 2005 to contemporary lofts with 20' ceilings, elevator, mahogany floors, black honed granite counters, Bosch & LG stainless appl., Philippe Starck designer lighting, two skylights, central air, in-unit laundry and oversized windows to capture skyline views. Includes one off-street assigned parking space & pet-friendly professionally managed association.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$307,000
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OH Sun 3/7-1230-2.Enjoy central a/c, a private deck AND courtyard AND your own parking space in very spacious 4 rm renvated condo.Nice amenities make this home stand out from all the others.Fantastic lrg eat-in kitchen with SS appliances & door to your priv. deck & yrd (grt for Fido) .Lrg bath w/jaccuzzi like tub & separate shower.Bdrm has wall of closets.Great commuter location, easy walk to Davis, ride to bike path or car to rte 16, 93 or Rte 2! Private laundry hook ups in the bsmnt & storage.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$439,000
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Fab top floor 3BR / 2BA in excellent condition. Tree-top panoramas from living and dining room and excellent SE exposure highlight the elegant open floorplan. Huge kitchen with granite countertops, stainless appliances, and ample cabinet space with convenient in-unit W/D. Hardwood floors throughout, large basement storage area and private rear deck complete this awesome package. Excellent Inman Square location near Cambridge line, easy walk to Harvard Square, 91/100 at walkscore.com!
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$599,000
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A Somerville classic! Large well maintained triple decker in a great neighborhood with parking. This home has been in the same family for 50+ years. Blocks to the Healey School and close to transportation. All units have spacious 6 room, 3 bedroom apts. Front and rear porches. Seperate utilities. Large yard with grapevines and fruit trees. **Interior photos forthcoming**
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$535,000
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Teele Square! Brilliantly sunny top floor, open plan, 1400+ square foot flat. Deluxe master suite w/walk-in closet. 2nd spacious bedroom. Southwest-facing study could be converted to 3rd bedroom. Chef's kitchen w/prof. appliances. Very high ceilings & hardwood floors. Building adjacent to large field. Long views from exclusive-use deck. In-unit laundry. 2-car garage. Massive storage area. Convenient to Davis Sq red line & Rte 2. Established condo association: 100% owner occupied.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$329,900
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Undeniably the BEST value IN DAVIS SQUARE! $8000 Tax Credit Eligible... INCREDIBLE location, LITERALLY across the street from the highly sought after Davis Sq bike path. Sunny top flr unit w/ open flr plan, skylights, in unit laundry & excl use deck. Granite counter eat in Thomasville ktchn w/ stainless applncs & gravity "floating" drawers. Wood floors throughout. Unit is 85% complete.... to be finished by the end of March. Big excl use storage area. AGENTS: See Firm Remarks for CoBroke Info
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$279,000
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100/100 at walkscore.com + great condition = must see! Move right in to this convenient garden level unit in excellent condition. Fully applianced kitchen with anple counter and cabinet space, elegant tiled bath and extra large bedroom with large closet space and additional storage complete this excellent package. Professionally managed, well run condominium association with high owner occupancy only steps from the exciting shops and restaurants in Davis Square and easy walk to the Red line.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$369,000
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Great 2 Bed, 1.5 Bath, 1,000 sf condo on quiet side st. near Inman! Gut renovation in 2006 w/ all-new hw flrs, walls/moldings, heating/cooling, plumbing, electric. Huge 24? by 17? open living/dining area, w/ 2 large bay windows and exposed original brick. Light-filled kitchen w/ bay window, maple cabinets, granite, stainless, tile backsplash & floor. Central air, burglar alarm, sprinkler system, in-unit laundry, private deck.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$289,000
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Fantastic Location! Chester Street puts you steps to everything Davis Square has to offer. Red Line T, restaurants, shops, live music, the bike path and community garden. Sunny, open floor plan, 2nd floor, corner unit overlooks beautiful Victorian homes. Hardwood floors, nice kitchen and bath, private storage, laundry in building. Professionally managed. This unit is a great value at this price. A must see. All offers will be presented to seller March 16, 2010.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$499,000
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Two level condo in a gorgeous Victorian house located on a quiet side street in Spring Hill. 4 bedrooms, two full baths, front and rear porches, large kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite countertops, hardwood floors, central air conditioning, gas fireplace, in-unit washer and dryer, and ample storage. 1-car garage, 3-car driveway, basement workshop. Leased through August, 2010.
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