Best Areas to Live in Somerville
Somerville's real draw is choosing among its distinct neighborhood squares, each now with genuine Green Line access following the GLX's completion.
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Learn moreDavis Square: the established, dense commercial core
Davis Square is Somerville's most established commercial hub, with longstanding Red Line access (pre-dating the GLX) plus a genuine mix of restaurants, shops, and nightlife.
Union Square and Ball Square: real, GLX-driven growth
Union Square and Ball Square have both seen real, currently-active development and assessment pressure directly tied to their new Green Line Extension stations.
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Given real price and character variation across Somerville's squares, confirm current, specific comparables and transit access directly with a local agent.
Key takeaways
- Davis Square is Somerville's most established commercial hub, with longstanding Red Line access.
- Union Square and Ball Square have seen real, GLX-driven development and assessment pressure.
- Confirm current, square-specific comparables directly rather than relying on one citywide figure.
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