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Easy commute to downtown Boston
Medford Hillside, a pocket in the City of Medford, is a commuter’s haven. Residents have proximity to a brand-new station along the Boston-area subway system’s Green Line. It's one of the many reasons residents love this neighborhood near Tufts University. “If you had a choice, for transportation purposes, you’d want to be in the Hillside areas.” says local Realtor John Veneziano, of RE/MAX Andrew Realty. Medford Hillside has an urban disposition, densely populated by a collection of primarily early 20th-century homes.
Housing in high demand
Most of the homes here have colonial styling and feature multifamily layouts. There's also a fair share of tenant-occupied properties, many of which are leased by Tufts University students, with a price range of $3,000 to $5,000 per month. Housing demand in Medford Hillside is fierce, just as it is elsewhere in the city. “There is a great demand in the entire city of Medford because of housing shortages,” says Veneziano. Single-digit inventory in Medford is routine, and sale prices have risen. Properties in Medford Hillside can sell for anywhere from $700,000 to $1.3 million.
This warm two-family home looks like it cares for its guests in the Medford Hillside.
Dutch colonials are another home style you'll be keen to see in the Medford Hillside.
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The Medford Hillside is a quick thirty-minute subway ride in and out of Boston.
Green Line
Boston commuters can quickly hop on the Green Line to reach the state capital. The city’s Green Line Extension project brought the Medford/Tufts stop to the area in December 2022. Riders can reach Downtown Boston in just over 30 minutes. “The transportation’s definitely the key for why people would want to live there,” Veneziano says. The station sits on the thoroughfare of Boston Avenue, right across from Tufts University.
Dining on Boston Avenue
Convenience stores, restaurants, cafes, and other eateries can be found on Boston Avenue. “The restaurants all seem to be popular because I’m always waiting in line,” says Veneziano. Tasty Cafe & Kitchen is one of those well-regarded spots. Patrons especially enjoy the restaurant’s filling Portuguese-style Francesinha sandwiches, slathered with melted cheese. Across the street, The Danish Pastry House serves specialty lattes, cakes, cookies and other baked goods. About a half-mile north, Whole Foods Market provides organic produce.
This is the southwest bagel and purple rain smoothie from Tasty Cafe in Medford Hillside.
Find convenience at the Campus Mini Mart on Boston Avenue in the Medford Hillside.
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Medford Hillside is home to the prominent Tufts University.
Community day and outdoor movies
Sitting on about 150 acres, the private university brings the neighborhood together with its annual Community Day on campus, held in the fall, which features live music, kids' activities and free food. During the summer months, the Medford Recreation Department hosts free outdoor movies in Tufts Park.
You'll start to embrace this profound entrance at Tufts University in Medford Hillside.
Medford High School offers vocational-technical school
Children in the area can attend Brooks Elementary School, which serves pre-kindergarten to fifth grade students and receives a B on Niche. For pre-kindergarten to eighth grade, students may attend West Somerville Neighborhood School, which also receives a B on Niche. Medford High School is well-regarded, receiving a B rank, and features a vocational-technical school offering education in disciplines like carpentry, culinary arts, graphic design and metal fabrication. For higher education, students may attend the renowned Tufts University.
Bring your kids to Cummings Park in the Medford Hillside for the swings and playground fun.
Tufts Park and Cummings Park
Many area residents utilize Tufts Park, near the university. The roughly 11-acre facility features multiple athletic fields, a playground, a pool and a basketball court. Cummings Park, a half-acre space with a playground, a pavilion, and a half-court basketball area, is another play area for residents. A natural recreation hub, Medford Hillside runs along part of Mystic River. Locals may kayak or canoe in the river and practice catch-and-release fishing. For a scenic walk, follow the Mystic River Path.
Important to know
There is a moderate risk of flooding in the Medford area, especially close to the Mystic River. Heavy rainfall often leads to flooding, which the City of Medford is hoping to mitigate through the Municipal Vulnerability Project grant. This grant will allow the City of Medford to respond to environmental disasters with nature-based strategies.
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Parks in this Area
Dugger Park
Barry Playground
Royall Park
Cummings Park
Amsell A. Colebrook Play Structure
Lake
Playground
North Street Veterans Playground
Capen Park
Transit
Airport
General Edward Lawrence Logan International
16 min drive
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Medford Hillside
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Medford Hillside Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Medford Hillside, Medford sell after 17 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Medford Hillside, Medford over the last 12 months is $118,450, down 66% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Welcome to 76-78 Orchard Street – a fully renovated two-family or condo home in the heart of Medford, just minutes from TuftsUniversity! This stunning property features a spacious 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom unit on the first floor, ideal for owner-occupants or investors seeking strong rental income. completely updated with modern kitchens, stainless steel appliances, sleek bathrooms, and hardwood
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
7,084
Median Age
32
Population Density
55 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.2%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$111,865
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$132,273
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94%
College Graduates
62.5%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
24.8%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
73.5%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
43''
Average Winter Low Temperature
23°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
12''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
64/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
81/ 100
Excellent Transit
Transit Score®
74/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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