$699,000
SOLD MAY 3, 2016

197 Washington St Unit 402 Somerville, MA 02143

Prospect Hill Neighborhood
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,026 Sq Ft
2016 Built

Recently Sold

$681 Per Sq Ft

11 Days on Market

About This Home

As of May 2016

2 Bedroom / 2 Full Bath residence with 1 carport parking space included! This off-street condo offers a sleek open floor plan with large floor-to-ceiling window systems, wide plank hardwood flooring in the living spaces, wall-to-wall carpet in the bedrooms, and a state-of-the-art kitchen with Caesarstone quartz counter tops, gas cooking, KitchenAid stainless steel appliances, tiled bathroom with soaking tub, Nest thermostat, and vented GE washer/dryer. This professionally managed building includes a fitness room, bicycle racks, solar lounge, and roof terrace with skyline views of Boston. Located in a vibrant Union Sq., steps from restaurants, coffee shops & markets. Minutes to shopping, theaters, downtown Boston and Somerville's Assembly Row. Easy access to public transportation and major highways. 197 Union Sq. is a dynamic neighborhood filled with convenience and sophistication. Don't miss out on this new chic address. Come LIVE IT at 197 Union

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Michael Moynihan

The Collaborative Companies Listed on: 04/05/2016

Last Buyer's Agent

Xirong Zhao

Hooli Homes Boston

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,783

Year Built

2016

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Unit Level: 4
  • Unit Placement: Top/Penthouse, Back
  • Property Type: Condominium/Co-Op
  • Commission: 2.00
  • Other Agent: 2.00
  • Seller Agency: 2.00
  • Sub-Agency Relationship Offered: Yes
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Special Features: NewHome
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Year Built: 2016

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Has Basement: No
  • Primary Bathroom: Yes
  • Number of Rooms: 3
  • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, Public School
  • Flooring: Tile, Wall to Wall Carpet, Marble, Engineered Hardwood
  • Bedroom 2: First Floor
  • Bathroom #1: First Floor
  • Bathroom #2: First Floor
  • Kitchen: First Floor
  • Living Room: First Floor
  • Master Bedroom: First Floor
  • Master Bedroom Description: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Dining Room: First Floor
  • No Living Levels: 1

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Unit Features: Deck - Roof

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking: Carport
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking: Assigned
  • Parking Spaces: 0

Utilities

  • Cooling: Heat Pump, Unit Control
  • Heating: Forced Air, Heat Pump, Gas, Electric, Unit Control
  • Cooling Zones: 1
  • Heat Zones: 1
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas, Tankless
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: City/Town Water

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condominium Name: 197 Union Square
  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Master Insurance, Elevator, Exterior Maintenance, Landscaping, Snow Removal, Exercise Room, Clubroom, Refuse Removal
  • Association Security: Intercom
  • Management: Professional - Off Site
  • Pets Allowed: Yes w/ Restrictions
  • No Units: 30
  • Unit Building: 402

Fee Information

  • Fee Interval: Monthly

Lot Info

  • Zoning: Res

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 5, 2016
Closed on
May 3, 2016
Sold by
197 Washington Street
Bought by
Kan Jingwen
Seller's Agent
Michael Moynihan
The Collaborative Companies
Buyer's Agent
Xirong Zhao
Hooli Homes Boston
List Price
$699,000
Sold Price
$699,000
Current Estimated Value
$980,338

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$281,338
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.51%
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Not Resolvable $699,000 --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/01/2023 06/01/23 Rented $3,650 +9.0% --
04/14/2023 04/14/23 Under Contract -- -- --
04/11/2023 04/11/23 For Rent $3,350 +6.3% --
07/08/2021 07/08/21 Rented $3,150 0.0% --
06/23/2021 06/23/21 Under Contract -- -- --
06/21/2021 06/21/21 For Rent $3,150 0.0% --
05/03/2016 05/03/16 Sold $699,000 0.0% $681 / Sq Ft
04/16/2016 04/16/16 Pending -- -- --
04/05/2016 04/05/16 For Sale $699,000 -- $681 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $8,783 $805,000 $0 $805,000
2024 $8,469 $805,000 $0 $805,000
2023 $8,253 $798,200 $0 $798,200
2022 $7,760 $762,300 $0 $762,300
2021 $7,602 $746,000 $0 $746,000
2020 $7,534 $746,700 $0 $746,700
2019 $8,182 $760,400 $0 $760,400
2018 $7,203 $636,900 $0 $636,900
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 71983046

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: SOME-81 A 12 402