Revere, MA 02151
Revere Real Estate
America's first public beach, three Blue Line stations and the Rumney Marsh shoreline
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- ZIP codes
- 02151
- Getting around
- Blue Line at Beachmont, Revere Beach and Wonderland; MBTA bus routes; Route 1 and Route 1A
- Typical homes
- Two-families and triple-deckers, capes and Colonials, beach cottages, and high-rise and mid-rise condos along Revere Beach
Revere's defining feature is its beach. On July 12, 1896, Revere Beach opened as the first public beach in the United States, run by the Metropolitan Park Commission, and the long crescent of sand along Revere Beach Boulevard is still the city's front yard. Behind it, the city stretches from Beachmont and the former Suffolk Downs racetrack in the south to Point of Pines and the salt marshes of the Pines River in the north.
The Blue Line runs parallel to the shore with stops at Beachmont, Revere Beach and Wonderland, the line's northern terminus, named for an early 1900s amusement park. Revere Center on Broadway is the older civic and shopping district, while West Revere climbs toward Route 1. Rumney Marsh Reservation, a state-managed salt marsh shared with Saugus, offers open views and birding along the city's northern edge.
Buyers here often start with a simple choice between the beachfront and the inland neighborhoods, since housing types, flood exposure and parking differ a lot between the two. Beachmont's hillside streets, the towers on Revere Beach Boulevard and the two-families of West Revere each call for a different checklist.
Living in Revere
What makes Revere special
Revere Beach
Opened in 1896 as the nation's first public beach, the state reservation runs along Revere Beach Boulevard with its historic pavilions and bandstand.
Blue Line service
Beachmont, Revere Beach and Wonderland stations connect directly to Airport, Maverick and downtown stops including Aquarium and Government Center.
Rumney Marsh
A state salt marsh reservation along the Pines River estuary, shared with Saugus, with wide marsh views and birdwatching.
Suffolk Downs site
The former racetrack straddling the Revere and East Boston line, closed to racing in 2019, is the site of a long-term mixed-use redevelopment near Beachmont station.
Point of Pines
A residential peninsula at the north end of Revere Beach, with single-family and multi-family homes between the ocean and the Pines River.
The Market
Revere homes & real estate
Revere's housing stock is varied. Inland neighborhoods such as West Revere and the streets around Revere Center have many two-families, triple-deckers, capes and Colonials, much of it built in the early and mid-twentieth century. Beachmont sits on a hill with older single-families and multi-families overlooking the water. Along Revere Beach Boulevard and Ocean Avenue, high-rise and newer mid-rise condominium and apartment buildings face the sand, while Point of Pines and Oak Island mix single-families, former cottages and multi-families.
Flood risk deserves real attention near the beach, the marshes and the Pines River, so check FEMA maps and get insurance quotes before making an offer. In oceanfront condo buildings, review the association's reserves, recent assessments and any planned facade or garage work. Multi-family buyers should look at leases and how utilities are separated. When you'd like to understand current Revere pricing, from beachfront condos to inland two-families, we're happy to help.
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Getting around: Blue Line guide
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What ZIP codes cover Revere?
Revere is covered by the 02151 ZIP code.
How do you get to downtown Boston from Revere?
The Blue Line runs from Wonderland, Revere Beach and Beachmont through East Boston and under the harbor to Aquarium, State and Government Center. Drivers typically use Route 1A through East Boston and the tunnels, or Route 1 over the Tobin Bridge.
What types of homes are for sale in Revere?
Revere listings include oceanfront high-rise and mid-rise condos, two-families and triple-deckers, single-family capes and Colonials, and homes in beach neighborhoods such as Point of Pines and Beachmont.
What is Revere known for?
Revere is known for Revere Beach, which opened in 1896 as the first public beach in the United States, its three Blue Line stations, the former Suffolk Downs racetrack and the Rumney Marsh Reservation.
Is flood insurance needed in Revere?
Some Revere properties near the beach, marshes and the Pines River are in FEMA flood zones, where lenders may require flood insurance. It's best to check the flood map and get a quote for any specific property early in your search.
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