Housing Age Ranking: Which Greater Boston Towns Have the Oldest (and Newest) Homes?

Greater Boston towns range from Somerville's 105-year-old housing stock (median built 1920) to Hopkinton's 37-year-old inventory (median built 1988). Urban core cities average 80-105 years, inner suburbs 70-80 years, mid-ring suburbs 55-65 years, and outer suburbs 40-55 years. Housing age impacts maintenance costs, energy efficiency, historic character, and buyer value—choose your age range based on priorities.