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Arts, academics and convienent access to downtown Boston
Even though it is right between Tufts University and bustling Davis Square, Teele Square has retained the identity of a quiet urban district in western Somerville. The neighborhood has single and multi-family homes and condominiums, plus a sizable population of college students. “Teele Square is quieter than Davis Square. It’s more out of the way, less expensive and is a back route to Arlington,” says Eric Bornstein, the owner of Behind the Mask Studio. He was born in Boston and has been living in nearby Davis Square for the last 20 years. “You can walk to Harvard Square in 35 minutes down Mass Ave. and you’re also only about four minutes from the T Stop.” Teele Square is just one part of Somerville, which is known to be arts-focused and has a lot to offer for those who are ready to explore it.
The Teele Square neighborhood is popular with students because it's nearby Tufts University.
Teele Square with it's many shops and restaurants is a Boston close neighborhood.
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Connecting and creating art in Boston
Somerville is full of arts-influenced squares that breathe culture and life into the area and bringing people from all over the world to live just outside downtown Boston. “I’m an artist and educator specializing in custom masks. I’ve been raising my family here for 20 years,” Bornstein says. “I’ve known the Boston arts scene inside and out from 1980 to the present day. I really love my local artist colleagues and support them as much as I can.” Eric is currently working with the Liars & Believers theatre ensemble and has worked with the Boston Lyric Opera, Boston Ballet’s Nutcracker and Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum. “I just gotta say that, while you live here, get out and do the things that are available. There’s lots of free activities here. Get on the Red Line, make friends, make things happen. Don’t stay at home.”
Add nothing but the best to your record collection from the Record Store near Teele Square.
Pick up a beautiful bouquet from Nellie's Wildflowers near Teele Square.
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Small parks and the Somerville Music Spaces
Lou Ann David Park includes a paved path throughout its gardens and benches for sitting and enjoying the space. Across from the park is a music studio rental space called Somerville Music Spaces. “We have a big mixture of local, students and professional musicians. It’s so hard to make music out of your home, so we wanted to give locals somewhere they can go,” says Jessica Tybursky, the owner. Her studio has been open since August of 2023 and aims to help local musicians. The studio even has a small recital venue for singer/songwriters. “People can come in and perform small shows. Whether they want to sell tickets or host free events for the community, our space supports a wide variety of things,” Tybursky says. At the south end of the neighborhood, Hodgkins-Curtin Park has a playground and public baseball field.
Lou Ann Park is a perfect distance from Teele Square and serves as a place to play or relax.
A mural on display outside the Somerville Music Spaces in the Teele Square neighborhood.
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Opportunities to rent or buy in Teele Square
Multifamily units can be bought or rented out, which often leads to a large population of college students living in Teele Square. These large buildings can have four to eight bedrooms and range in design from cozy Colonial-inspired homes to more modern constructions. The price to invest in one of these buildings starts around $1 million and can range up to $2.3 million. Condo units in these builds may range between $650,000 and $1.5 million and can have between two and four bedrooms. Available single-family homes are much rarer in Teele Square and can have three or more bedrooms and smaller bedrooms. Homes can range from modest Cape Cod and Victorian-inspired builds to luxury five-bedroom estates with modern architectural designs. Prices may range between $850,000 to $2.5 million.
You'll easily embrace the presence of beautiful multi-family homes in Teele Square.
Teele Square has many large, well-kept multi-family homes.
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Locally owned restaurants and nearby Davis Square
Where Broadway and Holland Street meet in Teele Square, there are a few locally owned restaurants. Rudy’s Cafe serves Tex-Mex cuisine, and Masala is known for its tandoori chicken and curry. Mass Hole Donuts serves gourmet donuts, while PJ Ryan’s Irish pub has a lively atmosphere and craft beer. Locals can also head a few blocks south to Davis Square, which is an art scene and restaurant hub with many things to do. “There are a lot of great places here, like Mackinnon's, or When Pigs Fly and Five Horses Tavern,” Bornstein says. “I go to free stand-up comedy right at the Rosebud every Tuesday with my son. Some of the businesses are geared toward student nightlife and activities, but Davis Square has become a very popular place.” For everyday errands, the Teele Square Market sells a few essentials, while the Stop and Shop grocery store up the road has fresh produce and pantry staples.
Rudy's Cafe serves up TexMex cuisine in the Teele Square area of Somerville, MA.
PJ Ryan's pub is a great place to watch sports events in Teele Square in Somerville, MA.
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Academic excellence in Teele Square
Students in Teele Square can first attend West Somerville Neighborhood School, which is the closest elementary school. West Somerville teaches kindergarten through eighth grade and is graded an overall B on Niche. Somerville High School, graded an A-minus, recently underwent major renovations and includes classes and programs in career and technical education, as well as adult education classes during morning or evening hours. Nearby, Tufts University is one of the nation’s top research universities, offering innovative programs in engineering and fine arts. The area is also home to the Somerville Center for Adult Learning and the International School of Boston High School.
The West Somerville Neighborhood School has an overall B grade on Niche.
Large glass windows brings natural light to the main entrance of the Somerville High School.
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Short walks to the Davis T Stop and commutes into downtown
Davis Transit Station, also known as the T Stop, is located just a few blocks away from most Teele Square homes. “I love that I can just hop on the T line and be at the Museum of Fine Arts in 20 minutes. I like to be able to walk out my door and I'm right where I want to be,” Bornstein says. Commuters can take advantage of the T’s Green Line, which was extended past Lechmere and into Somerville and Medford. Those who prefer to drive can reach the Alewife Station commuter hub via Alewife Brook Parkway, which is less than 2 miles southwest of Teele Square. Drivers can also reach downtown Boston by hopping on Interstate 93 and driving about 7 miles southeast. The Boston Logan International Airport is about 8 miles away via I-93.
The MBTA provides bus services throughout the Teele Square neighborhood in Somerville, MA.
The Medford/Tufts subway station is also a close distance from Teele Square.
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Parks in this Area
Hodgkins-Curtin Park
James D. Gondolfe Park
Somerville Community Path
Waldo Park
North Street Veterans Playground
Lou Ann David Park
Transit
Airport
General Edward Lawrence Logan International
16 min drive
Bus
Broadway & Weston Ave
Bus
Broadway Opp Packard Ave
Bus
Holland St Opp Cameron Ave
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Teele Square
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Teele Square, Somerville sell after 37 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Teele Square, Somerville over the last 12 months is $1,192,465, down 6% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
This stunning duplex offers 4 beds, 3 baths with an expansive floor plan for comfortable living. A voluminous living room is sun drenched with windows that bleeds into a sleek kitchen with quartz counters, Bosch appliances and custom cabinetry. The owners suite has a walk-in closet and an ensuite bath that features an over-sized shower. The finished lower level has an additional living area, 2
Hudson SantanaKeller Williams Realty Boston Northwest
This classic sun-splashed, top-floor Somerville condo is less than half a mile from Davis Square. Highlights include a charming entryway hallway featuring a stained-glass window, a coat closet, and a vintage hanging light, a formal living room, a formal dining room with a built-in china cabinet, gleaming hardwood floors, in-unit laundry, an updated eat-in kitchen, outside the unit storage and an
Great 2 bedroom, 1 full bath unit on Cameron Ave near Davis Square. This unit features good sized bedrooms, living room and dining room, modern eat-in kitchen with dishwasher, disposal and microwave. Coin-op laundry is in the basement. Off-street parking is available for additional $$. Pets allowed with extra rent. (Reference #173718)
This 1,230 sq. ft. apartment in Boston features a single-story layout with four bedrooms, including a 190 sq. ft. primary, and two bathrooms. Hardwood floors extend throughout, complementing light-colored walls and ceilings.The L-shaped kitchen offers white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a subway tile backsplash, and ample lighting. Well-proportioned bedrooms feature large windows with
Good sized 3 bedroom apartment in a 2 family house Teele Square and under a 15 minute walk to Davis Square and the Red Line. Hardwood floors throughout, renovated eat-in kitchen with dishwasher, microwave, stainless steel appliances. Laundry is in the unit. (Reference #178949)
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,923
Median Age
34
Population Density
22 ppl/acre
Population under 18
16.8%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
10.1%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$154,605
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$180,360
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97%
College Graduates
80.7%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
40.1%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
81.3%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
43''
Average Winter Low Temperature
23°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
12''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
89/ 100
Walker's Paradise
Walk Score®
90/ 100
Excellent Transit
Transit Score®
72/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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