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Walnut Hill, located in Medford, Massachusetts, United States, is the geographical home of Tufts University. Walnut Hill itself later became known as College Hill due to the dominant presence of the University. [1]

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References

  1. Medford Hillside Neighborhood Included in the College Avenue Walk Market Area - Methodology and Data Sources. Central Transportation Planning Staff. 6 July 2010.

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