Revere

Revere is a city that offers the best of both worlds near the beach and Boston.
Most homes in Revere have a driveway or will provide permitted street parking.
Spot the neighborhood from the clock tower atop the City Hall building in Revere.
The City Hall building in Revere is a landmark that many are familiar with.
The Cape Cod home style is popular in Revere.

Revere, MA Area Guide

Avg Rent

$2,551

Population

53,623

Renter Mix

58% Rent

A historic beach in a convenient, coastal city

Historic Beach Coastal Public Transit Upscale Diverse

Located along America's first public beach, Revere sits just five miles from downtown Boston. The city's centerpiece, Revere Beach Boulevard, features residential communities and local establishments, including Kelly's Roast Beef, a landmark eatery serving the community since 1951. Current rental rates range from $2,320 for studios to $3,486 for three-bedroom units. The Beachmont and West Revere areas offer convenient access to public transportation, while the Shirley Avenue neighborhood features an array of international markets and restaurants.

Revere Beach, a National Historic Landmark, draws visitors year-round and hosts the popular International Sand Sculpting Festival each summer. Nature enthusiasts appreciate the 600-acre Rumney Marsh Reservation, which offers walking trails and wildlife viewing opportunities. The city's three Blue Line stops provide direct access to downtown Boston, making it convenient for commuters while maintaining a more relaxed coastal setting. Recent development has brought new residential options to the area while preserving the community's historic character.

Explore the City

Spot the neighborhood from the clock tower atop the City Hall building in Revere.

The City Hall building in Revere is a landmark that many are familiar with.

The Cape Cod home style is popular in Revere.

D'Parma restaurant in Revere offers authentic Italian cuisine.

Many homes in Revere are bordered by brick with white picket fences.

Commuters hop on the Blue Line from Revere at the Wonderland or Revere Beach stations.

Demographics

Median Household Income

$73,368

Average: $93,970

Education

14,007

Residents Have a Degree

Job Market

29,546

Workers Employed

Age Distribution
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Median Age

40 Years

Largest Age Group

35-44 Years

Approximately 16% of Residents

Under 20

22%

Over 65

16%

Housing Distribution

Revere has more renters than homeowners.

Renters
58%
Non-Renters
42%

Education Distribution

Review this city's overall education levels.

Bachelor's or Higher
19%
Other Education
81%

Rent Trends

As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Revere, MA is $2,312 for a studio, $2,555 for one bedroom, $3,177 for two bedrooms, and $4,222 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Revere has decreased by -1.0% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,555/month
709 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,995/month
1,750 Sq Ft
Townhome
$3,715/month
1,590 Sq Ft
See Rental Market Trends in Revere, MA

Getting Around

Fairly Walkable

Walkability

50 / 100

Good Public Transit

Transit

60 / 100

Very Drivable

Drivability

80 / 100

Fairly Bikeable

Bikeability

50 / 100

Schools

Garfield Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

615 Students

Beachmont Veterans Memorial School

Public

Grades PK-5

333 Students

Staff Sargent James J. Hill Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

603 Students

Paul Revere Innovation School

Public

Grades K-5

447 Students

A. C. Whelan Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

619 Students

Garfield Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

532 Students

Rumney Marsh Academy

Public

Grades 6-8

538 Students

Susan B. Anthony Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

537 Students

Citylab Innovation High School

Public

Grades 9-12

128 Students

Revere High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,959 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Revere Beach Reservation
  • Belle Isle Marsh Reservation
  • Lynn Heritage State Park
  • Saugus Ironworks National Historic Site
  • Mass Audubon's Nahant Thicket Wildlife Sanctuary

Military Bases

Airports

  • General Edward Lawrence Logan International

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.