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Town of the Day
Everett
Urban grit meets casino development and massive potential
Solid investment with score of 79/100
Everett is raw and real—Encore Casino brought billions in investment, waterfront is transforming, and you're 10 minutes from Boston. Schools lag but potential is huge.
Why Consider Everett?
- •🎰 Encore Boston Harbor casino and development
- •🌊 Mystic River waterfront transformation underway
- •🚇 New Orange Line station planned at casino
- •💰 Most affordable option this close to Boston
Best For:
Investors betting on gentrification
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