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Teele Square

Teele Square

$1,190,648 Average Value
$709 Average Price per Sq Ft
3 Homes For Sale

Arts, academics and convienent access to downtown Boston

Even though it is right between Tufts University and bustling Davis Square, Teele Square has retained the identity of a quiet urban district in western Somerville. The neighborhood has single and multi-family homes and condominiums, plus a sizable population of college students. “Teele Square is quieter than Davis Square. It’s more out of the way, less expensive and is a back route to Arlington,” says Eric Bornstein, the owner of Behind the Mask Studio. He was born in Boston and has been living in nearby Davis Square for the last 20 years. “You can walk to Harvard Square in 35 minutes down Mass Ave. and you’re also only about four minutes from the T Stop.” Teele Square is just one part of Somerville, which is known to be arts-focused and has a lot to offer for those who are ready to explore it.

The Teele Square neighborhood is popular with students because it's nearby Tufts University.
The Teele Square neighborhood is popular with students because it's nearby Tufts University.
Teele Square with it's many shops and restaurants is a Boston close neighborhood.
Teele Square with it's many shops and restaurants is a Boston close neighborhood.
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Connecting and creating art in Boston

Somerville is full of arts-influenced squares that breathe culture and life into the area and bringing people from all over the world to live just outside downtown Boston. “I’m an artist and educator specializing in custom masks. I’ve been raising my family here for 20 years,” Bornstein says. “I’ve known the Boston arts scene inside and out from 1980 to the present day. I really love my local artist colleagues and support them as much as I can.” Eric is currently working with the Liars & Believers theatre ensemble and has worked with the Boston Lyric Opera, Boston Ballet’s Nutcracker and Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum. “I just gotta say that, while you live here, get out and do the things that are available. There’s lots of free activities here. Get on the Red Line, make friends, make things happen. Don’t stay at home.”

Add nothing but the best to your record collection from the Record Store near Teele Square.
Add nothing but the best to your record collection from the Record Store near Teele Square.
Pick up a beautiful bouquet from Nellie's Wildflowers near Teele Square.
Pick up a beautiful bouquet from Nellie's Wildflowers near Teele Square.
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Small parks and the Somerville Music Spaces

Lou Ann David Park includes a paved path throughout its gardens and benches for sitting and enjoying the space. Across from the park is a music studio rental space called Somerville Music Spaces. “We have a big mixture of local, students and professional musicians. It’s so hard to make music out of your home, so we wanted to give locals somewhere they can go,” says Jessica Tybursky, the owner. Her studio has been open since August of 2023 and aims to help local musicians. The studio even has a small recital venue for singer/songwriters. “People can come in and perform small shows. Whether they want to sell tickets or host free events for the community, our space supports a wide variety of things,” Tybursky says. At the south end of the neighborhood, Hodgkins-Curtin Park has a playground and public baseball field.

Lou Ann Park is a perfect distance from Teele Square and serves as a place to play or relax.
Lou Ann Park is a perfect distance from Teele Square and serves as a place to play or relax.
A mural on display outside the Somerville Music Spaces in the Teele Square neighborhood.
A mural on display outside the Somerville Music Spaces in the Teele Square neighborhood.
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Opportunities to rent or buy in Teele Square

Multifamily units can be bought or rented out, which often leads to a large population of college students living in Teele Square. These large buildings can have four to eight bedrooms and range in design from cozy Colonial-inspired homes to more modern constructions. The price to invest in one of these buildings starts around $1 million and can range up to $2.3 million. Condo units in these builds may range between $650,000 and $1.5 million and can have between two and four bedrooms. Available single-family homes are much rarer in Teele Square and can have three or more bedrooms and smaller bedrooms. Homes can range from modest Cape Cod and Victorian-inspired builds to luxury five-bedroom estates with modern architectural designs. Prices may range between $850,000 to $2.5 million.

You'll easily embrace the presence of beautiful multi-family homes in Teele Square.
You'll easily embrace the presence of beautiful multi-family homes in Teele Square.
Teele Square has many large, well-kept multi-family homes.
Teele Square has many large, well-kept multi-family homes.
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Locally owned restaurants and nearby Davis Square

Where Broadway and Holland Street meet in Teele Square, there are a few locally owned restaurants. Rudy’s Cafe serves Tex-Mex cuisine, and Masala is known for its tandoori chicken and curry. Mass Hole Donuts serves gourmet donuts, while PJ Ryan’s Irish pub has a lively atmosphere and craft beer. Locals can also head a few blocks south to Davis Square, which is an art scene and restaurant hub with many things to do. “There are a lot of great places here, like Mackinnon's, or When Pigs Fly and Five Horses Tavern,” Bornstein says. “I go to free stand-up comedy right at the Rosebud every Tuesday with my son. Some of the businesses are geared toward student nightlife and activities, but Davis Square has become a very popular place.” For everyday errands, the Teele Square Market sells a few essentials, while the Stop and Shop grocery store up the road has fresh produce and pantry staples.

Rudy's Cafe serves up TexMex cuisine in the Teele Square area of Somerville, MA.
Rudy's Cafe serves up TexMex cuisine in the Teele Square area of Somerville, MA.
PJ Ryan's pub is a great place to watch sports events in Teele Square in Somerville, MA.
PJ Ryan's pub is a great place to watch sports events in Teele Square in Somerville, MA.
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Academic excellence in Teele Square

Students in Teele Square can first attend West Somerville Neighborhood School, which is the closest elementary school. West Somerville teaches kindergarten through eighth grade and is graded an overall B on Niche. Somerville High School, graded an A-minus, recently underwent major renovations and includes classes and programs in career and technical education, as well as adult education classes during morning or evening hours. Nearby, Tufts University is one of the nation’s top research universities, offering innovative programs in engineering and fine arts. The area is also home to the Somerville Center for Adult Learning and the International School of Boston High School.

The West Somerville Neighborhood School has an overall B grade on Niche.
The West Somerville Neighborhood School has an overall B grade on Niche.
Large glass windows brings natural light to the main entrance of the Somerville High School.
Large glass windows brings natural light to the main entrance of the Somerville High School.
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Short walks to the Davis T Stop and commutes into downtown

Davis Transit Station, also known as the T Stop, is located just a few blocks away from most Teele Square homes. “I love that I can just hop on the T line and be at the Museum of Fine Arts in 20 minutes. I like to be able to walk out my door and I'm right where I want to be,” Bornstein says. Commuters can take advantage of the T’s Green Line, which was extended past Lechmere and into Somerville and Medford. Those who prefer to drive can reach the Alewife Station commuter hub via Alewife Brook Parkway, which is less than 2 miles southwest of Teele Square. Drivers can also reach downtown Boston by hopping on Interstate 93 and driving about 7 miles southeast. The Boston Logan International Airport is about 8 miles away via I-93.

The MBTA provides bus services throughout the Teele Square neighborhood in Somerville, MA.
The MBTA provides bus services throughout the Teele Square neighborhood in Somerville, MA.
The Medford/Tufts subway station is also a close distance from Teele Square.
The Medford/Tufts subway station is also a close distance from Teele Square.
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Transit

Airport

General Edward Lawrence Logan International

16 min drive

Bus

Broadway & Weston Ave

Bus

Broadway & Curtis St

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Teele Square US
Homicide 4 4
Sexual Assault 2 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 3 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 3 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 3 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Teele Square Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$1,049,000
Median Sale Price
$1,005,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,120,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$1,814,500
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$838,290
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
16
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
18%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$709

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
595
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Median Year Built
1915
Months of Supply
2.30
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,736
Below the national average
1,925
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,645
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,217
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
721
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
3,484

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
4,054
Median Age
36
Population Density
46 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$102,699
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$136,761

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
90.8%
College Graduates
67.3%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
30.3%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
77.9%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
43''
Average Winter Low Temperature
23°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
15''

Area Factors

Very Bikeable

Bike Score®

89 / 100

Walker's Paradise

Walk Score®

90 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit Score®

73 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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