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Winter Hill

Winter Hill

$1,001,904 Average Value
$675 Average Price per Sq Ft
8 Homes For Sale
Beautiful colorful townhomes line the various streets of Winter Hill in Somerville.
Beautiful colorful townhomes line the various streets of Winter Hill in Somerville.

Shops, restaurants and parks on the green line in Winter Hill

Winter Hill is an artsy residential community just north of Downtown Boston. The neighborhood was named after the 120-foot hill that overlooks the area and once held a military fort that played a major part in the Revolutionary War. There’s an immense amount of history to explore here, from the early Colonial periods of America to organized crime by the Winter Hill Gang in the late 20th century. While the neighborhood consists mostly of homes, condos and apartments, there are also shops, restaurants and parks within walking distance. The neighborhood used to be more secluded from Downtown Boston, but recent improvements to the area’s public transportation have turned Winter Hill into a popular choice for commuters. “The neighborhood has changed with the new green line,” says Jack Lister, a Real Estate Salesperson with Berkshire Hathaway Verani Realty, who’s been selling homes in the area since 1967. “The route pretty much goes right through the middle of downtown.”

Colonial-style homes starting in the $800,000s

Properties in this walkable urban neighborhood include colonial-style homes, Victorian condos and luxury townhouses. Many homes were built in the early 1900s and have since been refurbished. Older houses typically sell for $800,000 to $1.2 million, while renovated homes go for $1.75 million to $2.5 million. One- to two-bedroom converted condos and townhouses usually sell for $400,000 to $800,000.

Large Victorian Colonial-style homes line the streets of Winter Hill.
Large Victorian Colonial-style homes line the streets of Winter Hill.
Winter Hill has many homey-looking duplexes.
Winter Hill has many homey-looking duplexes.
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Grocery shopping at Neighborhood Produce

Neighborhood Produce is a local grocer along Medford Street with fresh fruits and vegetables, pre-packaged goods and bulk items. There’s also the Taj Mahal Desi Bazaar, an Indian grocery store with a large selection of spices and fresh fish. On Pearl Street, Sarma is a popular local restaurant modeled after the traditional meyhanes of Turkey. Residents can also pick up a pizza from Leone’s Subs & Pizza or Mamma Lisa’s Pizzeria and try a New England IPA or pilsner at Winter Hill Brewing Company. For dessert, Tipping Cow Ice Cream is a family-owned shop that serves specialty flavors such as cannoli and espresso. Winter Hill is also less than a mile from Assembly Row, an outlet mall with national retailers and restaurants.

Neighborhood Produce has multiple storefronts throughout Somerville.
Neighborhood Produce has multiple storefronts throughout Somerville.
Buy fresh food and spices from Taj Mahal Desi Bazaar in Winter Hill.
Buy fresh food and spices from Taj Mahal Desi Bazaar in Winter Hill.
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Winter Hill's annual artsy events

Each year the community hosts several art-centered events, including Somerville ArtBeat in July and the Somerville Holiday Flea Market in December. Both events feature local craft vendors, musicians and food trucks. Somerville also hosts rotating SomerStreets events throughout the year, which are the city's take on the internationally known Open Streets concept. The city closes select streets and opens them for events like their annual carnival, arts and music festivals and a Halloween celebration.

Locals enjoy walking down to the lined booths of the venders at Gilman Park Marketplace.
Locals enjoy walking down to the lined booths of the venders at Gilman Park Marketplace.
Live music performances for all ages at Gilman Arts and Music Fest.
Live music performances for all ages at Gilman Arts and Music Fest.
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Tennis, baseball and swimming at Foss Park

Foss Park is a moderately sized green space run by the city, which offers tennis courts, baseball diamonds and an outdoor pool. Residents can also go for a stroll or ride a bike at the award-winning Edward L. Leathers Community Park. Once a vacant lot, the park received a merit award from the Boston Society of Landscape Architects for its appearance and use of sustainable landscaping. The Hoyt-Sullivan Playground is a natural play space in a dense, urban area. On the neighborhood's eastern side, Deanna Cremin Playground has musical chimes, slides and climbing area. Also nearby, the Boston Figurative Art Center offers a regular schedule of classes, including drawing as meditation.

Foss Park in Winter Hill also has basketball and tennis courts.
Foss Park in Winter Hill also has basketball and tennis courts.
The large recreational field used by locals and Somerville students is in Foss Park.
The large recreational field used by locals and Somerville students is in Foss Park.
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Standout schools in Somerville

Kindergarten through eighth-grade students may attend Winter Hill Community Innovation School, which gets a C-plus from Niche. Students may then attend Somerville High School, which earns an A-minus and ranks in the top five of Niche’s standout high schools in Massachusetts. Winter Hill is also less than 3 miles away from prestigious Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. “A lot of people come for the colleges here too,” says Lister. “They get here, and they love it, so they end up staying.”

Entrance to Winter Hill Community School in Somerville, MA.
Entrance to Winter Hill Community School in Somerville, MA.
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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From Gilman Square station to downtown

Winter Hill is an accessible urban community with walkable streets and regular bus service. The neighborhood is also served by the Gilman Square light rail station, which offers quick and easy access to Downtown Boston. Boston Logan International Airport is about 5 miles away.

Take the green line from Gilman Station in Winter Hill.
Take the green line from Gilman Station in Winter Hill.
Bikers and pedestrians share the Community Path in Winter Hill on there way to the green line.
Bikers and pedestrians share the Community Path in Winter Hill on there way to the green line.
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

General Edward Lawrence Logan International

13 min drive

Bus

Broadway & Temple St

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Broadway & Fellsway W

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Pearl St & Wesley St

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Medford St & School St

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Broadway & Thurston St

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Pearl St & Walnut St

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Pearl St & Mcgrath HWY

Crime and Safety

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

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Winter Hill Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$797,000
Median Sale Price
$800,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$965,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$705,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
48
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-6%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$675

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
938
Number of Homes for Sale
8
Median Year Built
1900
Months of Supply
2.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,960
On par with the national average
1,925
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,762
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,092
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
695
Average Studio Size Sq Ft
1,200
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
3,049

Open Houses

  • Sunday, Sep 14
    11:30am - 1pm

    31 Thurston St Unit 6, Somerville, MA 02145

    $689,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 1,140 Sq Ft
    • 31 Thurston St
    • Unit 6
    • New 4 days ago

    Welcome to this charming 2+ bedroom, 1-bath condo in Somerville’s vibrant Union Square. Bursting with character, this home features beautiful hardwood floors, high ceilings, and loads of natural light. The well-designed layout offers spacious bedrooms, a comfortable living area, and a thoughtfully maintained kitchen, perfect for both daily living and entertaining. Enjoy access to a shared yard

    Olivia Brown Keller Williams Realty

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  • Sunday, Sep 14
    12 - 3pm

    400 Medford St, Somerville, MA 02145

    $1,190,000

    • 7 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 2,864 Sq Ft
    • 400 Medford St
    • New 4 days ago

    This rare two-family property is full of potential and ready for its next owner to add the finishing touches. Near Green Line Extension (GLX) Medford/Tufts Station, with the bus stop conveniently located right at your doorstep, the property is located in a high-demand area with excellent potential for condo conversion and long-term value. Whether you're looking to live in one unit and rent the

    Sing Cheung Central Real Estate

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  • Sunday, Sep 14
    12 - 1:30pm

    13 Sargent Ave Unit 2, Somerville, MA 02145

    $985,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 1,524 Sq Ft
    • 13 Sargent Ave
    • Unit 2
    • New 4 days ago

    This top-floor, 2-level condo has traditional charm & modern updates. It features wood & tile flooring, high ceilings, and abundant natural light. The entry stairs lead to a welcoming hall where French doors lead to an open living-dining room with built-in cubbies and exposed brick. On this floor in addition to the home office there is a 3rd bedroom, with built-in drawers/shelving and Murphy bed.

    Team Jen and Lynn Thalia Tringo & Associates Real Estate, Inc.

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
5,325
Median Age
37
Population Density
15 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
11.7%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$127,733
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$145,561

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
88.6%
College Graduates
52.9%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
20.7%
% Population in Labor Force
78.2%
Above the national average
65.1%

Weather

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

Area Factors

Biker's Paradise

Bike Score®

93 / 100

Very Walkable

Walk Score®

89 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit Score®

78 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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