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Grab A Slice Of These MA Home Markets For Great Pizza Nearby
A study found the best pizza by style throughout the state. As a pizza-driven publication, we've compiled homes in those seven places.
MASSACHUSETTS — Homebuyers often talk about the importance of school districts, entertainment and other aspects of life. But let's be real, is there anything more important than having good food nearby?
There's a particular zen that comes with having a local cafe, takeout restaurant and, crucially, pizza place nearby.
The Washington Post — with the help of Yelp data — recently published a new national directory of regional pizza styles. Through the directory, it revealed what can be claimed as the best bar (or "tavern"), Neapolitan or Sicilian slice across the state.
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The newspaper only considered pizzerias that had at least 100 Yelp reviews and where a substantial share mentioned the pizza style in question — Chicago, New York, Detroit, Neapolitan and Sicilian.
In Massachusetts, these are the best pizza restaurants by style:
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Best Detroit Pizza
Volo Craft Pizza, Swampscott
Lynwood Cafe, Randolph
As a pizza-driven publication, we've compiled homes in the markets of these communities so a great slice can never be further than a short drive or walk away. Here's what we found:
151 Walker Rd., Swampscott, Mass.
This home, listed under $600,000 in Swampscott, is all about location, location, location.
The Walker Road home is less than a mile away from the beach, minutes away from the T-station, shopping, restaurants and more.
As for its proximity to the state's best Detroit-style pie? It's a two-minute drive, and less than a mile walk away, according to Google Maps.
This Everett multi-family offers a generous living space, this versatile property features two distinct units, each with its own unique character.
It also features a less-than-10-minute drive to Ciao! Pizza & Pasta in nearby Chelsea, which is just about 1.5 miles away if you're inclined to walk, according to Google Maps.
This Ludlow home, listed for $499,000, is described as a "rural retreat." The spacious farmhouse is highlighted by a picturesque wrap-around farmer's porch situated on 3.25 acres.
As for its proximity to great pizza? Casa Pizzeria is the best New Haven-style pie in the state, according to the Washington Post database, and it's an eight-minute drive from the front door, according to Google Maps.
This Brighton condo provides plenty of perks for those looking to move into Boston, including a number of restaurants nearby.
Inside, the French doors, office and ample cabinet space are certainly highlights, too. But back to those restaurants.
Ziggy's offers the best New York-style pizza in Massachusetts, and it's just 1.5 miles away from this condo.
14 Woodbine St., Somerville, Mass.
This newly constructed condo offers a modern kitchen and a "perfect blend of elegance, comfort, in a prime location, making it an ideal haven for those seeking a sophisticated urban lifestyle," according to a listing.
Somerville also offers a great lifestyle and proximity to interesting activities, restaurants and cafes (shoutout to 3 Little Figs).
Among those offerings is Mortadella Head, which offers the best Roman pizza in the state. From the front door of 14 Woodbine St., is just over a mile away.
Boston's North End can lay claim to the best Sicilian pizza in the state with Galleria Umberto. If you want to live as close as possible — and you're likely a couple or single person — this street-level studio on Wiget Street could be for you.
What's the walk to Galleria Umberto look like? About .1 miles away, or three minutes, according to Google Maps.
Listed at $409,000, the unit is highlighted by its proximity to the area's famous restaurants, shops, public transportation, the Boston Harbor, Faneuil Hall, the Rose Kennedy Greenway, the financial district, Route 93 and more.
This ranch-style home in Randolph offers plenty of green space, a fireplace for the cool months and great proximity to the state's best tavern-style pizza.
Just three miles away and an eight-minute drive, this Smith Road home offers a great opportunity for your Friday night family pizza dinner to include a local delicacy in the tavern-style pizza.
For the good weather days, enjoy that pie on a huge backyard deck.
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