Somerville is one of America's densest and most walkable cities, known for its creative energy, diverse dining scene, and squares — Davis, Union, Assembly — each with distinct character. Housing is mostly triple-deckers, two-family homes, and condos, with new development at Assembly Row and along the Green Line Extension.
The former First United Methodist Church, 1 Summer Street, Somerville, Massachusetts, USA. Converted to condominiums.Photo: Daderot · CC0Davis Square is a major intersection in northwestern Somerville, Massachusetts where several streets meet: Holland, Dover, Day and Elm Streets, and Highland and College Avenues. Thename also refers to the neighborhood surrounding the square. The squar was given official status by Somervile in 1883, and is named after Person Davis, a grain dealer. The Davis stop on the MBTA Red Line services the square. Tufts University is nearby.Photo: Beyond My Ken · CC BY-SA 4.0The City Hall of Somerville, Massachusetts, formerly the High School, prior to later additions. Built in 1852.Photo: Unknown authorUnknown author · Public domain
Home prices in Somerville
The median listing price in Somerville is $944,900.
Top places in Somerville
Davis Square — iconic square with theaters, restaurants, and nightlife.
Union Square — dining destination with the Union Square farmers market.
Assembly Row — waterfront outlet shopping, dining, and entertainment complex.
Prospect Hill Park — city park with Boston skyline views and historic tower.
Powder House Square / Nathan Tufts Park — neighborhood park with the old powder house.
Somerville Theatre and Crystal Ballroom in Davis Square.
Community Path — bike and pedestrian trail linking to Cambridge.
Mystic River and Blessing of the Bay Boathouse — paddling and rowing.
Commuting from Somerville
MBTA Red Line at Davis (in Somerville); Green Line Extension D and E branches at in-city stations Union Square, East Somerville, Gilman Square, Magoun Square, and Ball Square.
Nearby edge access: Lechmere (GLX, in Cambridge) and Medford/Tufts (GLX, in Medford) just over the city lines; Orange Line at Sullivan Square (Charlestown) on the eastern edge.
Typical Red Line trip Davis to Park Street: approximately 15–20 minutes.
Approximate drive to downtown Boston: ~15–25 minutes off-peak (longer at rush hour).
Schools in Somerville
Public schools: Somerville Public Schools. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Somerville FAQs
What is the housing market like in Somerville, MA? The median listing price in Somerville is $944,900. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026
How is the commute from Somerville, MA? MBTA Red Line at Davis (in Somerville); Green Line Extension D and E branches at in-city stations Union Square, East Somerville, Gilman Square, Magoun Square, and Ball Square.
Which school district serves Somerville, MA? Somerville is served by Somerville Public Schools. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
