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Davis Square Home for Sale

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    $1,500,000

    • 6 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 2,945 Sq Ft

    9 Jay St, Somerville, MA 02144

    Location is everything! This 2- family is just steps to Davis Square! Enjoy the proximity to the redline train, bus stops, restaurants and more! The 1st floor unit offers 2 bedrooms, full bath, a spacious living room, dining room, and kitchen with access to the basement. Unit 2 is currently vacant and offers two levels of living space. Here you will find an open floor plan consisting of a living

    Jessica Mirabella Coldwell Banker Realty - Lexington

    9 Jay St, Somerville, MA 02144

Why Live in Davis Square

Davis Square in Somerville, just 5 miles from downtown Boston, serves as a vibrant hub for dining, entertainment, and transportation. The neighborhood is well-connected, with the Davis Red Line T station and multiple bus routes offering easy access to Boston and Cambridge. The area is known for its bustling street life, featuring a mix of longtime businesses and dining options such as Rosebud Indian American Bar & Kitchen, Boston Burger Company, and Mortadella Head. Nightlife often centers around The Burren, an Irish pub with live music, while the historic Somerville Theatre hosts films and concerts. For groceries, residents can visit the nearby Star Market or the seasonal Davis Square Farmers Market. Davis Square is home to a variety of housing styles, including multi-unit homes, condos, Queen Anne, Boston triple-decker, Cape Cod, and Colonial Revival homes. The neighborhood is pedestrian-friendly, with sidewalks connecting residents to parks like Kenney Park and the Somerville Community Path, a popular trail for biking and walking. Students attend the highly rated John F. Kennedy Elementary School and Somerville High School, known for its Advanced Placement courses and supportive programs. Davis Square's crime rate is on par with the national average, making it a practical choice for those seeking urban convenience with a community feel.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Davis Square a good place to live?
Davis Square is a good place to live. Davis Square is considered very walkable and a biker's paradise with great transit options. Davis Square is an urban core neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Davis Square has 5 parks for recreational activities. It is very dense in population with 19.8 people per acre and a median age of 35. The average household income is $186,926 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 84.1% of residents. A majority of residents in Davis Square are renters, with 67.7% of residents renting and 32.3% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving Davis Square can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our Davis Square neighborhood guide.
Is Davis Square, MA a safe neighborhood?
Davis Square, MA is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Davis Square?
The median home price in Davis Square is $640,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $128,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.72%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,310 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $142K a year to afford the median home price in Davis Square. The average household income in Davis Square is $187K.
What are the best public schools in Davis Square?
The best public schools that serve Davis Square are:
What are the best private schools in Davis Square?
The best private schools that serve Davis Square are:
  • Fayerweather Street School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 5:1 and an average review score of 4.9.
  • Lesley Ellis School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 7:1 and an average review score of 4.6.
  • Saint Theresa School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 12:1 and an average review score of 5.0.
What are the most popular zip codes in Davis Square, Somerville, MA?
The most popular zip codes in Davis Square, Somerville, MA include 02144, 02140, 02145, 02143 and 02155.
What are the most popular neighborhoods near Davis Square, Somerville, MA?
The most popular neighborhoods near Davis Square, Somerville, MA are North Cambridge, Spring Hill, Neighborhood Nine, West Somerville and South Medford.

Home Trends in Davis Square, MA

Housing Trends

Median Sale Price
$705,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$708,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$600,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$316
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
31
Months of Supply
0.80
Median List Price
$640,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
236%
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