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Suburban qualities in an urban atmosphere
Discover the suburban atmosphere of the city in the West Medford neighborhood. This swath of the City of Medford is home to an array of early-to-mid 20th-century homes on relatively sizable lots — features that give it a pastoral character. West Medford mixes those qualities with plenty of urban accessibility. “The commuter rail is there,” says local Realtor John Veneziano of RE/MAX Andrew Realty. “You get a lot more quaint shops and stores.”
An overview of the West Medford Neighborhood with Playstead Park in the background.
A group of homes in the West Medford neighborhood with a variety of styles.
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Single and multifamily housing options
Lot sizes in West Medford can get up to about a half-acre. Many homes in this part of the city feature front and back lawns — well-manicured spaces adorned with mature trees that add to the cozy feel within the neighborhood’s residential corridors. Homes here are mostly single-family layouts, though there are some multifamily options, including apartments. The only HOAs that exist are for condo owners. The CAPS Index crime score is 2 out of 10, which is below the national average of 4.
The homes of West Medford fit predominantly into the colonial revival style category, with variations. Houses were built between the 1800s and recently newly constructed homes. Some colonials here, for instance, feature porches while others don’t, in the side-gabled roof style. What’s ubiquitous are the sidewalks connecting the homes throughout the neighborhood and also the demand for houses here and elsewhere in Medford — a demand intensified by low inventory. Veneziano says the whole City of Medford is in demand. “It’s about availability, availability, availability,” he says. Homes here can sell for anywhere from about $565,000 to $1.7 million. Additionally, average home prices hover around $871,000. Steve McKenna of Gibson Sotheby's International Realty says home buyers in the area love the region’s accessibility. “There is great transportation in the area.” McKenna has been selling homes in the area for nearly 40 years.
Small dutch homes with front and backyards are an option in the West Medford neighborhood.
A row of commonly found home styles in West Medford, many with porches and balconies.
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Very few chain restaurants
High Street is also the thoroughfare where you’ll find multiple eateries. Bistro 5 is located here, right off High Street, on Playstead Avenue. “Bistro 5 is a very popular restaurant that attracts a lot of people from other communities. Been there for many years,” Veneziano says. Bistro 5 is an Italian restaurant whose gnocchi is popular. Another popular eatery is Real Italian Gusto, which McKenna says is a go-to spot before taking in a show at the Chevalier Theatre. McKenna adds that most of the eateries are small, local restaurants. “There are very few chain restaurants in the area,” he says.
Paul Revere Restaurant has plenty of seating space for those with an appetite in West Medford.
Bistro 5 is a popular, local Italian restaurant in the West Medford neighborhood.
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In the shadows of Tufts
One of the public schools in West Medford, Brooks Elementary, is named after John Brooks. Located on High Street, this prekindergarten through fifth-grade institution has a B+ rating from Niche for its academics and uses the Responsive Classroom teaching model, which is focused on building social-emotional skills alongside academic skills. Kids can go on to Andrews Middle School and Medford High School, both with an overall B Niche rating. Local colleges include the prestigious Tufts University and Springfield College Boston.
The Brooks School is a highly rated Elementary school option in West Medford.
Medford High School is a vocational School available for all Medford students.
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Lots of outdoor activities
Where West Medford differs from other areas of the city, apart from its suburban atmosphere, is an abundance of outdoor recreational opportunities, including those on the water. For some beach time, residents can visit Mystic Lakes State Park, which stretches along the Upper and Lower Mystic Lakes. Without a motorized watercraft, access to the lakes is granted. Another facility situated to the south along the Mystic River is Dugger Park. This park features five tennis courts, making it an ideal location for tennis enthusiasts. Additionally, there is a children's playground and two basketball facilities. “There is a lot of recreation space in West Medford. The area has ponds, lakes, rivers and skating rinks,” says McKenna.
Additionally, West Medford explorers may visit the 50-acre Brooks Estate, which was acquired in 1660 as part of a larger property once possessed by the former governor of Massachusetts, John Brooks. The expanse features hiking trails and Brooks Pond, which can be utilized for ice skating or fishing during the winter months. Later generations of the Brooks family constructed the majestic Shepherd Brooks Manor and Carriage House in the late 19th century, in the Queen Anne style.
Mystic Lakes private beach area in Arlington.
Local residents enjoy a morning game of Pickleball at Dugger Park in West Medford.
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Public transportation makes the area more attractive
The West Medford commuter rail station sits right by Bistro 5, too, a tool residents can use to reach Downtown Boston. Commuters can reach downtown from the West Medford station in just about 30 minutes. And trains are even more accessible, McKenna says, since the Green Line was expanded. In all, there are two subway stops, two commuter rail stops and two bus stops in the neighborhood. More than 15% of West Medford’s population takes public transportation to and from work. Long-distance travelers in the region are only a 15-minute drive to Logan International Airport.
West Medford residents have easy access to the MBTA system via Commuter Rail and Bus service.
A view from West Medford towards downtown Boston with it's connecting Commuter Rail line.
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Low crime numbers
The CAPS Index crime score is 2 out of 10, which is below the national average of 4.
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Parks in this Area
Victory Park
Dugger Park
Playstead Park
Mystic Lakes State Park
Cummings Park
Amsell A. Colebrook Play Structure
Lake
Playground
Veterans Memorial Park
Transit
Airport
General Edward Lawrence Logan International
17 min drive
Train
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West Medford Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in West Medford, Medford sell after 51 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in West Medford, Medford over the last 12 months is $420,000, down 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
8,385
Median Age
44
Population Density
10 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$134,441
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$161,450
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.9%
College Graduates
60.7%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
31.5%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
72.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
43''
Average Winter Low Temperature
23°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
12''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
53/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
73/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
44/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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