Greater Boston · Town guide
Living in Everett, MA.
A compact, fast-changing city just north of Boston on the Mystic River, with newer waterfront development and a lot of two-family housing.
Everett at a glance
- Median single-family
- $700,000
- ▲ 3.3% vs. last year
- Median condo
- $465,000
- ▲ 6.9% vs. last year
- Days on market
- 38
- single-family, year to date
- Sale vs. original list
- 98.9%
- single-family, year to date
- Residential tax rate
- $12.62
- per $1,000, FY2026
- Population
- 51,825
- 2024 Census estimate, +5.6% since 2020
- To Boston
- 3 mi
- straight line to City Hall
- MBTA rail & ferry
- No MBTA rail station in town
Everett market · August 2026 year to date
The numbers, before the opinions.
| Measure | Single-family | Condo |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $700,000 | $465,000 |
| Change vs. last year | ▲ 3.3% | ▲ 6.9% |
| Sales closed | 34 | 37 |
| Median days on market | 38 | 40 |
| Sale price vs. original list | 98.9% | 98.3% |
| For sale at month end | 10 | 14 |
| Months of supply | 1.8 | 3.1 |
Source: Massachusetts Association of REALTORS®, Everett Local Market Update (PDF, opens in a new tab) (MLS PIN data). Year-to-date figures except homes for sale and months of supply, which are for the latest month. A town median is a starting point; the right price is street by street.
Side by side · August 2026 year to date
How does Everett compare with nearby towns?
| Town | Median single-family | Median condo | Days on market | Tax rate (FY2026) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Everett | $700,000 ▲ 3.3% | $465,000 | 38 | $12.62 |
| Malden | $725,000 ▲ 0.7% | $430,000 | 35 | $11.40 |
| Chelsea | $703,500 ▲ 11.5% | $472,500 | 29 | $11.48 |
| Revere | $652,500 ▼ 3.3% | $450,000 | 37 | $8.94 |
| Somerville | $1,375,000 ▼ 10.7% | $865,000 | 47 | $10.98 |
| Medford | $900,000 ▼ 2.7% | $691,750 | 31 | $8.63 |
Year-to-date medians from each town's MAR Local Market Update; tax rates per $1,000 from the Mass. Division of Local Services. Nearby = closest town centers among the towns I cover.
Town guide
What it's like to live in Everett.
What is it like to live in Everett?
Everett is small in area and close to Boston, bordered by the Mystic River. Newer development along the waterfront, including the Encore Boston Harbor resort, has changed parts of the city, while most neighborhoods remain dense residential streets.
It has no subway station of its own, but Orange Line stations in neighboring cities and extensive bus service are close.
What are Everett's neighborhoods like?
A quick orientation, not a ranking:
| Area | What it's like | Worth a look if you want |
|---|---|---|
| Everett Square | The city center with shops and older housing | A central location |
| Glendale | Residential neighborhood with parks | A neighborhood feel |
| Woodlawn | Residential streets toward Malden | Quieter streets |
| Near the waterfront | Newer development along the Mystic | Newer buildings and river access |
What does housing look like in Everett?
Everett's housing is dominated by two- and three-family homes, with some single-families and newer condo and apartment buildings.
How is the commute from Everett to Boston?
Everett has no MBTA rail station within the city. Residents use nearby Orange Line stations such as Wellington or Malden Center, and the city has dedicated bus lanes. Route 16 and Route 99 are the main roads.
Where do people spend time in Everett?
- The Mystic River waterfront and paths
- Everett Square
- Glendale Park
What should buyers and sellers know about Everett?
- Transit access depends heavily on distance to nearby Orange Line stations and bus routes.
- Most housing is older multifamily; inspect carefully.
- Waterfront areas are changing; check what's planned nearby.
For public school information, see the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education's school and district profiles (Everett Public Schools).
Questions people actually ask.
Does Everett have a T station?
Not within the city. Nearby Orange Line stations in Medford and Malden serve Everett residents, along with bus routes.
Is Everett good for buying a two-family?
Two- and three-families make up much of its housing, which makes it popular with owner-occupants and investors.
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What would a Everett home cost per month?
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What is the median home price in Everett, MA?
The median single-family sale price in Everett was $700,000 for August 2026 year to date, compared with $677,500 for the same period a year earlier. The median condo sold for $465,000. Source: Massachusetts Association of REALTORS® (MLS PIN data).
How fast are homes selling in Everett?
Single-family homes that sold in Everett during August 2026 year to date spent a median of about 38 days on market and sold for 98.9% of their original list price on average, according to MAR.
What is the property tax rate in Everett, MA?
Everett's FY2026 residential property tax rate is $12.62 per $1,000 of assessed value (Massachusetts Division of Local Services). On a home assessed at the median single-family sale price, that's roughly $8,830 a year; your actual bill depends on the assessed value.
Is there a train from Everett to Boston?
There's no MBTA rail station in Everett. It's about 3 miles from Boston in a straight line; most residents drive or use a station in a nearby town.
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Sources: market figures, Massachusetts Association of REALTORS®, Local Market Update (data: MLS PIN; © ShowingTime Plus); tax rate, Massachusetts Division of Local Services, Municipal Databank, Tax Rates by Class; population, U.S. Census Bureau, Vintage 2024 population estimates for cities and towns; stations, MBTA (V3 API); distance, OpenStreetMap Nominatim (town center); miles are straight-line to Boston City Hall. Numbers retrieved 2026-09-25.