12 Lester Terrace Somerville, MA 02144
Davis Square Neighborhood
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,124
Sq Ft
2,295
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Open Floorplan
- 3-minute walk to Davis Station
- Wood Flooring
- Somerville High School Rated A-
- Colonial Architecture
- 3-minute walk to Somerville Community Path
About This Home
As of August 2025BEST AND FINAL OFFERS DUE MONDAY12pm. Charming 4-bed, 2.5-bath single-family home on a quiet dead end street just steps from vibrant Davis Square! The first floor features a bright, open-concept kitchen and living area with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a convenient half bath—ideal for entertaining. Upstairs, the second floor offers three spacious bedrooms, including a primary bedroom with en-suite bath, plus a second full bath off the hallway. The third floor provides a versatile fourth bedroom, office space, and a rare quarter bath. Finished basement is perfect for entertaining, or with soundproof walls, can be used for any kind of recording or playing any music! Outside, enjoy a private backyard perfect for relaxing or gardening. Prime location close to Tufts, the Red Line, and Somerville's best shops and restaurants. Enjoy the convenience of driveway parking. Don't miss out on this is move in ready property with renovations done in 2020!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
CJL Rentals & Property Management Co., Inc. Listed on: 05/22/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $21,879
Year Built
- Built in 1900 | Remodeled
Lot Details
- 2,295 Sq Ft Lot
- Property is zoned RB
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Brick Foundation
- Slate Roof
Interior Spaces
- 2,124 Sq Ft Home
- Open Floorplan
- Dining Area
- Home Office
- Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Kitchen
- Stove
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Ceramic Tile
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
Laundry
- Laundry on upper level
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- 1 Car Parking Space
- Driveway
- Paved Parking
- Open Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number M:17 B:F L:8,749475
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 22, 2025
Closed on
Aug 6, 2025
Sold by
5 Bristol Hill T and Burke
Bought by
Hermsen Alexander and Wodenshek Haley
Seller's Agent
Timothy Scalisi
CJL Rentals & Property Management Co., Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Alexandra Daluz
Keller Williams Realty
List Price
$1,999,000
Sold Price
$1,910,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$89,000
-4.45%
Views
44
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
436.83%
Original Mortgage
$367,000
Outstanding Balance
$367,000
Interest Rate
6.77%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,817,842
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 8, 2020
Sold by
Baisch Andrew and Baisch Janine
Bought by
Bristol Hill T 5
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 29, 2018
Closed on
Jul 11, 2018
Sold by
Olsen Gertrude M Est
Bought by
Baisch Andrew and Baisch Janine L
Seller's Agent
The Shorey Sheehan Team
RE/MAX Real Estate Center
Buyer's Agent
Alex Genovese
Flow Realty, Inc.
List Price
$985,000
Sold Price
$1,025,000
Premium/Discount to List
$40,000
4.06%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.15%
Original Mortgage
$700,000
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $1,910,000 | -- | |
| Not Resolvable | $1,900,000 | None Available | |
| Not Resolvable | $1,025,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $367,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $700,000 | Unknown |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/06/2025 08/06/25 | Sold | $1,910,000 | -4.5% | $899 / Sq Ft |
| 06/11/2025 06/11/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/22/2025 05/22/25 | For Sale | $1,999,000 | +95.0% | $941 / Sq Ft |
| 07/11/2018 07/11/18 | Sold | $1,025,000 | +4.1% | $483 / Sq Ft |
| 06/06/2018 06/06/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/29/2018 05/29/18 | For Sale | $985,000 | -- | $464 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $21,879 | $2,005,400 | $717,500 | $1,287,900 |
| 2024 | $20,335 | $1,933,000 | $717,500 | $1,215,500 |
| 2023 | $18,845 | $1,822,500 | $717,500 | $1,105,000 |
| 2022 | $17,430 | $1,712,200 | $683,400 | $1,028,800 |
| 2021 | $13,489 | $1,323,700 | $678,400 | $645,300 |
| 2020 | $9,346 | $926,300 | $633,600 | $292,700 |
| 2019 | $10,107 | $939,300 | $618,000 | $321,300 |
| 2018 | $9,574 | $846,500 | $561,800 | $284,700 |
| 2017 | $9,097 | $779,500 | $530,000 | $249,500 |
| 2016 | $8,721 | $696,000 | $473,300 | $222,700 |
| 2015 | $8,231 | $652,700 | $437,100 | $215,600 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Timothy Scalisi
T
Seller's Agent in 2025
Timothy Scalisi
CJL Rentals & Property Management Co., Inc.
1 in this area
4 Total Sales
-
Alexandra Daluz
A
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Alexandra Daluz
Keller Williams Realty
(617) 997-5102
1 in this area
11 Total Sales
-
T
Seller's Agent in 2018
The Shorey Sheehan Team
RE/MAX Real Estate Center
-
Tom Sheehan
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2018
Tom Sheehan
Compass
(781) 363-9663
82 Total Sales
-
Alex Genovese
Buyer's Agent in 2018
Alex Genovese
Flow Realty, Inc.
(781) 720-8236
1 in this area
99 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73378846
APN: SOME-000017-F000000-000008
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