Beyond the Green Line: The Medford/Somerville Maturity

Everyone bought the Green Line Extension (GLX) hype in 2023. In 2026, we are seeing the real results: permanent, high-value appreciation.

Medford is the New Power Suburb

With a median price approaching $900k, Medford is competing directly with Cambridge for tech talent who want a yard. The "Long Game" here is R&D—as Union Square matures into a mini-Kendall Square, Medford is the primary beneficiary.

The Somerville Alpha

Somerville’s demand is so resilient it outperformed the national average in 2025. If you didn't buy in 2024, the current "stabilized" prices in 2026 represent a rare entry point before the next life-science hiring wave.