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Suffolk Square

Suffolk Square

Neighborhood in Malden, Massachusetts

Middlesex County 02148

$689,394 Average Value
$452 Average Price per Sq Ft
1 Home For Sale

Suffolk Square is close to downtown stores and restaurants

Suffolk Square is a neighborhood near downtown Malden, a community in the Boston area. “I think the draw here is that we’re just a few miles north of Boston,” says Kristin Gennetti, a Realtor and team leader with the Kristin Gennetti Group, part of Century 21 North East. Convenience is a primary draw here, with access to downtown Malden’s revitalized shops and restaurants, and the greater Boston area thanks to a range of transportation options. “A big part of the appeal here is the proximity to the developing downtown and the ability to walk to so many things,” Gennetti says. In part due to that convenience, the housing market tends to have low inventory and rising appreciation.

A mix of styles and home types in an appreciating market

Housing in Suffolk Square is a mix of varied options. The neighborhood is majority renters by population, and the remaining properties are a mix of single-family homes and condos. The latter cost from $305,000 to $500,000, while single-family homes can range in price from $513,000 to $840,000. “Suffolk Square has come up a bit in pricing,” Gennetti says. “Because it’s somewhat close to downtown Malden, I’m starting to see homes really appreciate there.” The market moves fast, which keeps inventory low; on average, homes are listed only 19 days. Styles include Craftsman, Colonial Revival, and some ranch-style homes, such as those along Sammet and Suffolk streets. Several multi-family units have sold recently, too. “We just had a multi-family that went for $1.2 million,” Gennetti says.
Quaint homes with fenced in yards can be spotted throughout the scenic Suffolk Square neighborhood.
Quaint homes with fenced in yards can be spotted throughout the scenic Suffolk Square neighborhood.
Homes with lots of natural light are a popular option for home buyers in the Suffolk Square neighborhood.
Homes with lots of natural light are a popular option for home buyers in the Suffolk Square neighborhood.
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Tartikoff Park among options for getting outdoors

Residents can head to Newman Park, next to Ferryway School, for shady atmosphere and sports courts and fields, or cross the neighborhood to Lincoln Commons for more green space with a playground. Tartikoff Park, near Suffolk Square’s northeast corner, is home to the Malden Skate Park as well as shady space to chat with friends or watch the skaters pull tricks. For a hike with city and ocean views, residents can head about 2 miles northwest to Pinnacle Rock Trailhead.
Tartikoff Park has paved paths throughout for exercising or just going for a stroll in Suffolk Square.
Tartikoff Park has paved paths throughout for exercising or just going for a stroll in Suffolk Square.
People love going for strolls around Newman Park and enjoy it's wide sidewalks.
People love going for strolls around Newman Park and enjoy it's wide sidewalks.
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Malden Public Schools serve diverse students of all ages

Malden Public Schools earns a B from Niche and is rated as the most diverse district in Massachusetts. Students ages 3 to 5 can attend the Malden Early Learning Center, which doesn’t have a Niche score. Ferryway School is the closest to Suffolk Square and serves kindergarten through eighth grade. It scores a B-minus. Malden High School scores a B-plus. Malden High students can enroll in a wide range of curriculum options, including Advanced Placement courses.
Malden High School has an overall grade of B+ on Niche.
Malden High School has an overall grade of B+ on Niche.
The Ferryway School serves students in grades K-8.
The Ferryway School serves students in grades K-8.
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Feast of St. Rocco among Malden’s long-running events

Malden hosts several community-wide events. The Feast of St. Rocco’s is a long-running event each August with live music and processions in the evenings and vendors. The Feast celebrates its 95th year in 2025. There’s also a Halloween in downtown Malden in which local businesses participate. “We get hundreds and hundreds and hundreds of kids,” Gennetti says.

Major highways and public transit choices

Suffolk Square residents have lots of choices for getting around. U.S. Route 1 is just past the neighborhood’s eastern border, and Interstate 93 is less than 5 miles west. Buses run along Ferry Street and Eastern Avenue, and Malden is served by trains on the Orange Line and Haverhill Line. Boston is 7 miles south using Interstate 93 and Logan International Airport just over 7 miles away. CHA Everett Hospital is about 2 miles away. The Northern Strand Bike Trail runs north of the neighborhood, connecting several of the surrounding communities.

Cuisine from across the globe is close at hand

Locals here have lots of options for dining, with a wide range of cuisine served at restaurants throughout the area. Addis Café serves Ethiopian cuisine while Crying Thaiger Rustic Thai Kitchen plates authentic Thai food. “The owners just opened another spot, the Thaiger’s Den, too,” Gennetti says. Brasil on Ferry offers Brazilian specialties and pasta-lovers can check out Maria’s Gourmet Pasta. A Stop & Shop grocery store is just west of the neighborhood, about 2 miles from the farthest homes. Several strip malls line the edges of the neighborhood, including Broadway Plaza and Route 60 Plaza.
Crying Thaiger is a great spot for a quick lunch or tasty dinner in the Suffolk Square neighborhood.
Crying Thaiger is a great spot for a quick lunch or tasty dinner in the Suffolk Square neighborhood.
There are lots of great shops throughout Suffolk Square like Botique A which has a great selection of gifts.
There are lots of great shops throughout Suffolk Square like Botique A which has a great selection of gifts.
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Agents Specializing in this Area

  • ZhiChao Chen

    ZhiChao Chen

    Space Realty

    (855) 528-1854

    159 Total Sales

    1 in Suffolk Square

    $925,000 Price

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  • Juan Lopera-Martinez

    Juan Lopera-Martinez

    eXp Realty

    (339) 338-4961

    92 Total Sales

    1 in Suffolk Square

    $830,000 Price

    Juan Lopera-Martinez
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  • Lia Carminati

    Lia Carminati

    Be Live in Realty

    (617) 500-6025

    37 Total Sales

    1 in Suffolk Square

    $655,000 Price

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  • Jay McHugh

    Jay McHugh

    Responds Quickly

    LAER Realty Partners

    (339) 666-1524

    74 Total Sales

    1 in Suffolk Square

    $360,000 Price

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  • Vijoy Abraham

    Vijoy Abraham

    Responds Quickly

    Abraham Realty

    (339) 210-1109

    45 Total Sales

    1 in Suffolk Square

    $920,000 Price

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  • Virginia Todd

    Virginia Todd

    Responds Quickly

    Leading Edge Real Estate

    (857) 323-6892

    75 Total Sales

    1 in Suffolk Square

    $400,000 Price

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

General Edward Lawrence Logan International

13 min drive

Bus

Ferry St & Magnolia St

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Bryant St & Willow St

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Ferry St & Harvard St

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Eastern Ave & Franklin St

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172 Bowdoin St

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Cross St & Ferry St

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Lyme St & Cross St

Suffolk Square Demographics and Home Trends

On average, homes in Suffolk Square, Malden sell after 19 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Suffolk Square, Malden over the last 12 months is $456,000, down 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$435,000
Median Sale Price
$456,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$755,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$677,500
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$425,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
30
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-2%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$452

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
841
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1930
Months of Supply
0.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,558
Below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,551
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,009
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
703
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,227

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    23 Upham St, Malden, MA 02148

    $1,268,888

    • 7 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 3,570 Sq Ft
    • 23 Upham St

    This well-maintained 3-family home is located in a desirable neighborhood of Malden, offering a rare opportunity for both investors and owner-occupants. First Floor (Unit 1): Featuring hardwood floors, abundant natural light. Spacious and inviting, two generously sized bedrooms, a bright living room with large windows and French glass doors, a large eat-in kitchen with gas cooking, a stainless

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Distribution of Home Values

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Average Home Value

Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
6,412
Median Age
38
Population under 18
23.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$57,307
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$77,642

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
78.3%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
33.5%
Advanced Degrees
13.7%
% Population in Labor Force
68.9%
On par with the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
43''
Average Winter Low Temperature
23°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
12''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

61 / 100

Very Walkable

Walk Score®

74 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

49 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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