Medford

It straddles the Mystic River, with residential neighborhoods stretching north and south from its banks.

Welcome to Medford

The community of Medford, Massachusetts, straddles the Mystic River, with residential neighborhoods stretching north and south from its banks. Residents throughout the city are quite diverse, ranging from students attending Tufts University to working professionals and their families, commuting daily to the downtown core of Boston.
 
Among Medford's main draws is how relatively affordable it's been able to stay, compared to some of Boston's more affluent suburbs. This has also made it incredibly sought after as a place to live. Medford has seen steadily increasing property values in the past few decades. Potential home buyers will love the extra bit of space they can afford for the same price in similar suburbs, or within the city of Boston itself.
 
The city is well established, and the Medford real estate market is predominantly populated by classic, single-family homes as well as renovated two-storey condo conversions. There are some newer builds to be found, but for the most part, you'll find stylish character homes in the Tudor and Federalist styles, similar to much of Greater Boston.
 
The upside is that many of these older homes and condo conversion properties have been lovingly updated and renovated. The exterior displays a classic style of a bygone era, but many of the interiors have tastefully introduced more contemporary layouts and design finishes.
 

Living in Medford

The Medford community itself is very appealing. For such a short trip away from metropolitan Boston, the small city contains a wealth of green spaces. The established neighborhoods boast a wealth of mature overhanging boughs, and there are quaint, small parks that dot neighborhoods north and south of the river.
 
The river itself is a beautiful attraction. The Mystic River Path runs alongside the northern banks of the river and through Veterans Memorial Park. Go just north of Medford and you'll find the massive Middlesex Fells Reservation, a 2,200-acre state park. This expansive park features miles upon miles of walking trails through the wonderful wilderness preserve, which features a number of lakes within its boundaries.
 
The city of Medford itself is overflowing with an iconic historic character. Centered around Medford Square, the community features many examples of classic architecture from the colonial era. Interestingly, Medford is the setting of Paul Revere's legendary midnight ride. Reportedly, Revere's route took him along Main Street to Medford Square.
 
The main commercial areas of Medford lie along Mystic Avenue south of the river and surround Medford Square to the north. A result of its diverse population and long history, Medford's culinary scene features an embarrassment of influences. You'll find great examples of restaurants with cuisines from the world over on their menus.

Property Listings

For Sale
MLS® 73442368

$9,950,000

67-73-81 Mystic Ave, Medford, MA 02155
For Sale
MLS® 73351845

$2,500,000

438-440 High St, Medford, MA 02155
Pending
MLS® 73441954

$2,265,000

18-20 Sheridan Avenue, Medford, MA 02155
9 Beds 6 Baths 3,580 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 73436919

$2,250,000

33 Hamilton St, Medford, MA 02155
6 Beds 7 Baths 3,536 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 73435284

$1,999,900

179-181 Main St, Medford, Medford, MA 02155
6 Beds 4 Baths 3,550 Sq.Ft.
Pending
MLS® 73436019

$1,948,500

16 Pine Ridge Rd, Medford, MA 02155
5 Beds 4 Baths 2,955 Sq.Ft.
Pending
MLS® 73374433

$1,900,000

545 Winthrop St. Lot 7, Medford, MA 02155
4 Beds 5 Baths 3,700 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 73444773

$1,900,000

51 Sagamore Avenue, Medford, Medford, MA 02155
5 Beds 4 Baths 4,273 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 73425440

$1,899,900

545 Winthrop St Lot 9, Medford, MA 02155
4 Beds 5 Baths 3,700 Sq.Ft.
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Overview for Medford, MA

61,276 people live in Medford, where the median age is 35 and the average individual income is $59,655. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

61,276

Total Population

35 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$59,655

Average individual Income

Around Medford, MA

There's plenty to do around Medford, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

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Very Walkable
Walking Score
55
Bikeable
Bike Score
45
Some Transit
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including The Emporio, Chattermark Distillers, and JS US Taekwondo Ma.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
The Emporio Logo
Dining 4.07 miles 28 reviews 5/5 stars
Chattermark Distillers Logo
Dining 4.09 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
JS US Taekwondo Ma Logo
Active 4.58 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Dance for Humanity Logo
Active 3.37 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars
DovenStar Intuitive Reiki Center Logo
Active 4.72 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Shanik Barbershop Logo
Beauty 1.78 miles 9 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Medford, MA

Population Households Employment

Medford has 24,586 households, with an average household size of 2.32. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Medford do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 61,276 people call Medford home. The population density is 7,481.92 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

61,276

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

35

Median Age

48.11 / 51.89%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
24,586

Total Households

2.32

Average Household Size

$59,655

Average individual Income

Households with Children

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Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
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Blue vs White Collar Workers

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Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Medford, MA

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The following schools are within or nearby Medford. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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