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About Somerville
Somerville Massachusetts is a city of approximately 80,000 people located next to Boston and Cambridge. Only 4 square miles in area, Somerville is the most densely populated city in New England, as well as being one of the most diverse.
Founded in 1842, Somerville was previously part of the Charlestown neighborhood of Boston. The city is often known as the “city of seven hills” for its unique terrain. One of them, Prospect Hill, played a major role in the Revolutionary War, and is one of first places the American flag was raised.
Like Cambridge, Somerville’s neighborhoods focus around “squares”—neighborhood centers that allow residents to have a common place to shop, eat, and socialize. The best known of these, Davis Square, is directly adjacent the campus of Tufts University and is home to many coffeeshops, restaurants, theatres, music venues, and pubs.
Originally a blue-collar community, Somerville has undergone a great deal of gentrification in the last 10 years. Beginning with the repeal of rent control in 1995, property values began to increase rapidly, largely due to the city’s proximity to Cambridge. Along with the repeal of rent control came an explosion in the number of condominiums, as former rental units were renovated, converted to condos, and sold to buyers looking for an affordable alternative to Cambridge and Boston.
Somerville is also home to vibrant artist community; in fact, Somerville has more artists per capita than New York City. Somerville’s arts scene hosts a number of community events each year—including the nationally-known ArtBeat festival. Hosted by the Somerville Arts Council, ArtBeat transforms Davis Square into and weekend-long outdoor arts festival.
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Buying a New Somerville Home?
Buying a Somerville home can be a daunting task. Before setting out on your house hunting journey, you should
know what you really want to find. Take some time to list all the features that are most important to you and your
family. Here are a few ideas to consider in looking for a Somerville home to purchase:
- Location – Somerville has a good number of wonderful areas to choose from. Also think about your proximity
to quality schools, medical facilities, and shopping markets.
- Size – Do you need a certain number of bedrooms or bathrooms? Don’t forget about closet space
- Parking – Is a covered garage important to you?
- Style – 2-story house or ranch style home? New or older home?
- Air Conditioning & Heating – central heating and/or air conditioning can be a savior in Somerville.
As you browse homes on , keep these ideas in mind. Your list may change over time as you do more looking.
You may want to add or remove features, or perhaps you'll become willing to make compromises to find the Somerville home
that is the best fit for your family. With hundreds of beautiful Somerville homes to choose from, you’ll surely find the
one for you. Get started now.
Selling your Somerville Home?
Selling your Somerville home through The Flynn Team is the right decision. Our agents are here to guide you
through a potentially complicated process. You deserve top-dollar for your property and The Flynn Team is committed to marketing
and selling your home. All of our agents are certified REALTORs® and they are determined to give you peace of mind
throughout the home selling process. With years of experience in the Somerville home market, our team has the secret recipe
for attracting the right kind of home buyers at just the right time. Choosing The Flynn Team is a wise decision. Learn a bit
more about our agents here.
Apply for a Home Loan to purchase your Somerville home?
The Somerville home market is highly active at this time. Interest rates continue to hover near record lows and it’s never
been easier to finance your Somerville home purchase —whether it’s your first home purchase, a vacation property, or a retirement
townhouse. Find out how much house you can afford, learn about settlement and closing costs, and access the most current
lending rates through our preferred mortgage partner.