What are the hidden costs of living in Somerville?

Parking permits and street parking fees High property taxes and utilities Potential costs for school-related transportation and activity fees

Who is Somerville best for?

Somerville is best for: young professionals, students, tech workers, artists.

What is the median home price in Somerville?

The median home price in Somerville is approximately $859,000.

Is Somerville walkable?

Somerville has a Walk Score of 89 out of 100. It is considered very walkable.

Somerville, MA

Updated April 29, 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

DQuietness

40/100

D+Safety

55/100

BSchools

75/100

B+Walkability

89/100

ACommute

100/100

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

Moderate

3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr

0Natl avg (3.7)11+

5% higher than the national average

🔒Property Crime

Moderate

19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr

0Natl avg (19.5)59+

2% higher than the national average

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Rates are estimated from neighborhood characteristics using national FBI baselines. Actual figures vary by block — always verify with local sources before making decisions.

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