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East Somerville’s urban vibe
On the north side of the Charles River, just 3 miles from downtown Boston, lies East Somerville, a neighborhood that once witnessed Paul Revere's legendary midnight ride in 1775 and is now one of the most populated parts of bustling Somerville, Massachusetts. "I think East Somerville is a special place," says Jennifer Keenan, a longtime Boston-area resident and Realtor with Keller Williams Realty Boston-Northwest. "It has a hip, urban vibe and a diverse mix of people that makes life there interesting. It's the kind of place where you're going to be out on the street chatting with your neighbors, and you can walk down the street for a coffee.”
Tidy rows of single and multifamily homes line East Somerville streets.
Mural by David Zayas titled "Buenos Días" outside of Taco Laco in East Somerville.
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Mix of local and chain eateries and stores
A stroll along Broadway allows diners to sample flavors from countries including Italy, Brazil and El Salvador. La Brasa’s chef, who implements a wood fire in his cooking, pulls inspiration from around the world. For a hearty breakfast, residents make their way to Buddy’s, a diner housed in a converted railway car. Those searching for a cold pint will find it, along with a plate of fish and chips, at the Tavern at the End of the World Irish pub. East Somerville folks can pick up groceries at the Stop & Shop in the neighborhood, and Aggie’s Place, an independent store on the corner of Pearl and Franklin, carries snacks, drinks and other last-minute essentials. Locals can also follow the paved sidewalks under Interstate 93 to get to Assembly Square, where there is a Trader Joe’s and an outlet mall.
Tulum is a newer restaurant in East Somerville that welcomes current and future residents.
Aggie's Place is a quick and convenient option for small items in East Somerville.
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At Zero New Washington Dog Park in East Somerville, dogs can socialize and play.
Pocket parks and a dog park for East Somerville residents
Despite its urban setting, East Somerville offers plenty of opportunities for residents to enjoy the outdoors. Chuckie Harris Park, at the neighborhood's north end, features creative play structures, including an oversized slide, a community garden and picnic tables. At Glen Park, kids can play on the large playground, soccer field or basketball courts, but children aren't the only East Somerville residents with green spaces to enjoy. At the nearby Zero New Washington Dog Park, energetic pups can climb over ramps, scoot through tunnels and socialize with other dogs while pet parents relax under the shady gazebo.
Citywide Somerville events
The Chuckie Harris Park is also the site of several neighborhood events, from Dancing in the Streets dance nights to a Halloween Block Party with a pet costume contest. In addition, Somerville's citywide events bring residents together to celebrate the city’s long history as well as its modern-day culture. During the Patriots Day Colonial Fair in April, which includes a reenactment of Paul Revere's warning ride, community members can try their hand at Colonial-era games. The SomerStreets Carnival is a party-in-the-streets festival with food and entertainment from around the world. Each year, a themed dance party called The Big Gay Dance Party takes place in Union Square Plaza to mark Pride Month. In 2024, participants were encouraged to dress in dinosaur-themed attire. Most city events take place less than 1 mile from East Somerville homes.
A colorful mural brightens the wall outside of Taco Laco in East Somerville.
East Somerville is filled with vibrant murals that are extremely detailed.
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Historic single and multifamily homes
East Somerville's blend of old and new is represented in its mix of housing, which includes modern condo buildings and townhouses alongside Boston triple-deckers and Queen Anne-style detached homes from the late 1800s and early 1900s. "Everybody’s remodeling," says Jack Lister, a Realtor with Berkshire Hathaway Verani Realty and a resident of Somerville for more than 45 years. "There are some single-family homes, but no one is building new single families. There’s so much money to be made in multifamily housing.” Houses are packed closely together, some with tidy flower gardens in front. While there are a few private driveways, parked cars line the narrow neighborhood streets. Buyers might spend between $450,000 and $900,000 for a one-bedroom condo and from $600,000 to just over $1 million for a single-family residence. Multifamily investors can find properties that have not been updated in the $850,000 to $1.5 million range, but newer builds and fully renovated historic multifamily structures sell anywhere from $1.8 million to $8.4 million. "East Somerville is a little friendlier pricewise than some of the nearby areas," Keenan says. "There are a lot of options, so you can get a nice property for your buck."
Historic homes in East Somerville sport mansard and gambrel-style rooflines.
You will marvel at the color combinations some homes have in East Somerville.
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A dual-language immersion elementary and a newly rebuilt high school
With the Massachusetts school choice program, families can choose from several Somerville Public Schools. East Somerville Community School, which is in the neighborhood, offers a dual-language immersion curriculum for kindergarten through eighth grade — Niche rates it a C-plus. Somerville High School earns an A-minus, and Niche considers it to be the No. 2 standout high school in Massachusetts. The high school reopened in 2021, complete with a new Career and Technical Education space and an updated media center.
East Somerville Community School has classes for children in Kindergarten through 8th grade.
Somerville High School received an A- on Niche.
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Green Line and Orange Line subways allow for an easy trip into Boston
East Somerville's sidewalk-lined streets allow for travel on foot to the area’s restaurants and parks, and they also provide a path to get to the nearby subway stations. The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority’s Orange Line stops in Sullivan Square, and the Green Line stops just south of Washington Street. With Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority bus stops along Cross Street and Broadway, there are several public transit options for getting into Boston. “You’d be crazy to drive into Boston — it’s so congested, and you have to pay for parking,” Lister says. Those who do choose to travel by car can take Interstate 93, which borders the community. With both a branch of Massachusetts General Hospital and the newly constructed Assembly Innovation Park in Assembly Row, many residents can find medical care and employment within 1 mile of their homes, allowing them to skip the commute into Boston.
Those in the area use the MBTA to get around the Boston area.
The orange line is another important T line running through East Somerville.
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