Revere, a coastal city located 5 miles north of downtown Boston, is named after the Boston native, Paul Revere, who rode through the streets of Concord bellowing, “The British are coming!” Originally inhabited by the Pawtucket tribe and settled by Puritans in 1624, Revere has since become a city of immigrants with a diverse cultural backdrop. The city is also known for being home to the country’s first public beach, Revere Beach, which to this day still draws many tourists to the area. Top employers in Revere include the city hall, Massachusetts General Hospital and retailers such as Market Basket. The city is implementing policies to support businesses and strengthen the local workforce by attracting biotech companies. The current population is about 60,577, with a median household income of $78,968. “Right now there are so much new and urban development happening, so it’s become an up-and-coming area,” says Jodi DiLorenzo, who has lived in Revere for over 50 years and is a Realtor at Century 21 North East with 28 years of experience. “The city is revitalizing the pocket squares with shops, businesses, new condos and apartments to attract the younger demographics who work in Boston or the Logan airport.”
Revere Beach is the historic home to America's first-ever public beach.
Revere City Hall is one of the larger employers in the city.
Revere Beach Reservation has lots of attractions and events throughout the year.
Market Basket is a popular spot for locals to load up on groceries in West Revere.
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Waterfront homes in Revere
The median home price in Revere is $640,000, with a 4.4 percent increase from the previous year. Homebuyers can expect to find newer luxury beachfront condos along the northern tip of Revere Beach. The adjacent Oak Island neighborhood has smaller cottages near the water. Shirley Avenue is the most diverse part of the city with specialty markets and restaurants, and Point of Pines is the only community that has access to a private beach. Beachmont is also known as “the capital of Revere” and has generational homes that are right on the water. West Revere has more suburban vibes, and homes here often have more spacious yards.
Most houses were built during the 20th century, with some new builds scattered throughout the city. Housing options include Cape Cods, beach cottages and ranch styles, as well as some Colonial-inspired, raised-ranch and garrison-style homes. Single-family residences start around $300,000, and beachfront properties on the north end of Revere Beach can fetch $1 million. Condos vary from $250,000 to $700,000, and waterfront units from the 2000s are at the higher end of the price range. Townhouses are usually between $500,000 and $800,000, and multi-family properties can go from $500,000 to $1 million. Houses in designated flood zones may require the purchase of flood insurance.
Homes in Revere might have the same architectural style as their neighbors.
Revere has many unique home styles that maintain a Victorian-colonial theme.
Revere has a combination of duplex-style properties with plenty of parking.
Colonial style homes sit on many of the hills in Beachmont.
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Outdoor time at Revere Beach
Revere Beach, the country’s first public beach, features 3 miles of pristine coastline and is the prime recreational space for city residents. People go to the beach for waterfront festivals and community events, walks along the boardwalk, or for swimming and sunbathing in the summer. “The summers here on Revere’s Beach are packed with activities, concerts and festivals,” DiLorenzo says. “If you live here, you’ll frequent smaller beaches that only locals know about.” The city’s parks & recreation department also organizes many adult and youth programs, including swim lessons, soccer leagues, basketball and tennis games and field trips to nearby nature centers. The 24.5-acre park Sea Plane Basin offers walking trails; plenty of public parks, playgrounds, athletic fields and dog parks are spread throughout the city.
Play some volleyball before the movie starts on the beach at Theatre Thursday in Revere Beach.
The Sea Pine Basin Trail in Revere is scenic anytime of the year.
Revere Beach near Beachmont is a popular spot to bring your family any time of the year.
Revere beach has many picturesque areas up and down the coast.
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Oceanfront dining and convenient shopping centers
Waterfront restaurants that overlook Revere Beach and Broad Sound serve New England seafood. Other spots along Broadway include Italian restaurants, Mexican cantinas and local taverns.
The city has several shopping centers, including Northgate Shopping Center, which has grocery stores such as Market Basket and Price Rite, familiar chain restaurants and big-box retailers. Wonderland Marketplace has Marshalls and some local restaurants. Near the Beachmont commuter train station, the Shops at Suffolk Downs is home to Target, Stop & Shop and popular eateries such as Flaming Grill and Buffet.
You'll want to bring your friends and family to Dryft in Revere for a good night out.
The Stop and Shop near Beachmont has all your pantry needs for a quick grocery run.
Make a stop at New Deal Fruit for the freshest food in Revere.
Swing by Target for all your essentials at the Shops at Suffolk Downs near Beachmont.
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Public and charter school options in Revere
Revere Public Schools has a B-minus Niche grade and serves about 7,444 students in prekindergarten through 12th grade. The district has six elementary schools, three middle schools and two high schools, and the student-teacher ratio is 12-to-1. Notably, CityLab High School has an innovative curriculum that incorporates early college classes, career pathways and internships into students’ regular academic schedules.
Parents can also choose to have their children apply to enroll in Malden’s Mystic Valley Regional Charter School, which scores an A-minus on Niche. The school serves about 1,600 students and generally enrolls students in Everett, Malden, Medford, Melrose, Stoneham and Wakefield. Mystic Valley has a kindergarten, lower school for grades one through eight and an upper school campus, offering rigorous academic curriculums such as the International Baccalaureate program.
CityLab High School in Revere serves students in grades 9 through 12.
Mystic Valley Regional Charter School has an overall grade of A- on Niche.
Revere High School is named after the historic figure Paul Revere.
Staff Sargent James J. Hill Elementary School in Revere has an overall grade of C+ on Niche.
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Celebrating the Revere Beach International Sand Sculpting Festival
For 20 years, the Revere Beach International Sand Sculpting Festival takes place at the shores of Revere with international sand sculptors displaying their incredible work. The festival includes food by local vendors, live music, fireworks and activities. The city’s recreation department also hosts many community events, including movie nights, concerts by the beach and an end of the summer color dance party. Other festivals include a national night out and a July 4th celebration.
Talented artist showcase their talents at the Revere Beach Sand Sculpting competition.
Spend an afternoon in Revere and enjoy free music at Access Culture Outdoor Concerts.
There is free popcorn for every Theatre Thursday in Revere Beach.
Grab some fresh local produce at the Revere Farmers Market.
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Navigating into Boston
Those who work in the capital city can take the MBTA Blue Line train or take a bus to downtown. U.S. Route 1 and Massachusetts Route 1A both pass through Revere, allowing for a 5-mile drive into Boston and the Boston Logan International Airport. Massachusetts General Hospital - Revere HealthCare Center is right in the city, and Cambridge Health Alliance Everett Hospital is about 2 miles away in Everett.
Crime data in Revere
According to the data from Revere’s police department, the city had 717 reported cases of violent crimes, and 835 cases of property crimes.
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