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Somerville, MA
Somerville · Middlesex County · MA 02143
Updated June 20, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$859K
Median Price
89/100
Walk Score
7.5/10
Schools
10 min
to Boston, MA
Score Breakdown
FAffordability
28/100
D+Safety
55/100
BSchools
75/100
DQuietness
40/100
ACommute
100/100
B+Walkability
89/100
WYLT Score65/100
Our Take
Somerville is a lively, walk‑friendly spot with great public transit and solid schools, but its high housing costs and noise levels mean it’s worth a careful budget check. It’s a good fit for those who value city life and proximity to Boston, but not for someone looking for quiet or affordability.
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The Good
- ✓Excellent walkability and transit to Boston
- ✓High quality schools and vibrant dining scene
- ✓Short commute to downtown Boston
- ✓Strong tech and startup presence
Real Talk
- !Very high home and rental prices
- !Frequent noise and crowded streets
- !Parking is a nightmare in busy districts
- !Grocery and other living costs are above the regional average
- $Parking permits and street parking fees
- $High property taxes and utilities
- $Potential costs for school-related transportation and activity fees
Best For
young professionalsstudentstech workersartists
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Somerville, MA
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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