NOT LISTED FOR SALE

20 Josephine Ave Somerville, MA 02144

Ball Square Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,811,000 - $2,562,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,247 Sq Ft
$1,000/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 16, 2021

Last sale price $2,010,000 $895 Per Sq Ft

Est. 12% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $13,618/month

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Medical Services
  • Property is near public transit
  • Victorian Architecture
  • Somerville High School Rated A-
  • Wood Flooring
  • 3-minute walk to Lexington Park

About This Home

As of September 2021

Rare opportunity to own a meticulously updated Victorian single family home. Superb location adjacent to the Bike Path & 1/2 mile to Davis Sq. & Red Line T. 1/3 of a mile to Ball Sq. Green Line stop. Interior has ample natural light, 9’ ceilings, medallions, hardwood floors, cove ceilings, & period trim. Comfort & energy efficiency w/ Navien high efficiency boiler w/ tankless HW, Nest thermostats, 3 zone central air, & owned solar panels. Large professional style kitchen features ample storage, island, granite counters, water filtration & stainless steel Thermador appliances. Open plan main level w/ living rm, dining rm, kitchen, breakfast rm w/ pantry, & 1/2 bath. 2nd floor w/ 3 bedrooms, office & hall bath w/ washer/dryer. 3rd floor primary suite w/ skylights, ample closets & soaking tub & shower. Professionally designed grounds w/ Japanese maples, hydrangeas & arborvitaes, zoned irrigation system, accent lighting & patio for outdoor gatherings. 3 car driveway parking.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ed Abrams

RE/MAX Real Estate Center Listed on: 08/04/2021

RE/MAX Real Estate Center

Last Buyer's Agent

Steve Bremis

Steve Bremis Realty Group

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,831

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Lot Details

  • 3,485 Sq Ft Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Property is zoned NR

Home Design

  • Victorian Architecture
  • Brick Foundation
  • Stone Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,247 Sq Ft Home
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Insulated Windows
  • Bay Window
  • Home Office

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Primary bedroom located on third floor
  • Walk-In Closet

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Parking

  • 3 Car Parking Spaces
  • Off-Street Parking

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Thermostat

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Porch

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Schools

  • Somerville High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • 3 Cooling Zones
  • 3 Heating Zones
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Baseboard Heating
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Gas Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number M:28 B:A L:10,750983

Community Details

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops

Recreation

  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,831

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Victorian
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Buyer Agency Type: %
  • Transaction Broker Type: %
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • Compensation Based On: Net Sale Price
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Office
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Appliances: Range,Dishwasher,Disposal,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Utility Connections for Gas Range, Utility Connections for Electric Dryer
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Bedroom3 Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom4 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom4 Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full, Skylight, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Third
  • Master Bathroom Features: Yes
  • Room Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
  • Room Dining Room Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Level: First
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Office Level: Second
  • Room Office Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Basement: Full, Walk-Out Access
  • Living Area: 2247
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
  • MAIN LO: BB9927
  • MAIN SO: AN5028

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Foundation Details: Stone, Brick/Mortar
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Patio
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No
  • Parking Features: Off Street
  • Total Parking Spaces: 3

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 3
  • COOLING ZONES: 3

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Public School

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: M:28 B:A L:10,750983
  • Zoning: NR
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.08
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 3484.8
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: No
  • LOT SIZE: 3400

Green Features

  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Tax Annual Amount: 10830.85

MLS Schools

  • High School: Somerville High

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 4, 2021
Closed on
Sep 15, 2021
Sold by
Ali Padmapriya and Ali Asad
Bought by
Liu Christopher M and Buhrlage Sara J
Seller's Agent
Ed Abrams
RE/MAX Real Estate Center
Buyer's Agent
Steve Bremis
Steve Bremis Realty Group
List Price
$1,699,000
Sold Price
$2,010,000
Premium/Discount to List
$311,000
18.3%
Current Estimated Value
$2,246,997

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$236,997
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.67%
Original Mortgage
$1,608,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,457,742
Interest Rate
2.7%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$789,256

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 16, 2015
Closed on
Jun 30, 2015
Sold by
Takvorian John H and Takvorian Kim E
Bought by
Padmapriya Ali and Padmapriya Asad A
Seller's Agent
Jonathan Nyberg
Old New England Properties
Buyer's Agent
Ed Abrams
RE/MAX Real Estate Center
List Price
$1,100,000
Sold Price
$1,200,000
Premium/Discount to List
$100,000
9.09%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.65%
Original Mortgage
$960,000
Interest Rate
4%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 5, 2011
Sold by
Kim E Takvorian Lt and Takvorian John H
Bought by
Takvorian Kim E and Takvorian John H

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$495,000
Interest Rate
4.2%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 14, 2006
Sold by
Takvorian John H and Takvorian Kim E
Bought by
John H Takvorian Lt and Takvorian John H

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$512,000
Interest Rate
6.47%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 2, 2006
Sold by
John H Takvorian Lt and Takvorian John J
Bought by
Takvorian John H and Takvorian Kim E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$512,000
Interest Rate
6.47%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 29, 2004
Sold by
Takvorian John H and Takvorian Kim E
Bought by
John H Takvorian Lt and Takvorian John H

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$525,000
Interest Rate
5.81%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 29, 2000
Sold by
Farrell John V and Freer Phyllis F
Bought by
Takvorian Kim E and Takvorian John H

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Interest Rate
7.7%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Liu Christopher M $2,010,000 None Available
Padmapriya Ali $1,200,000 --
Takvorian Kim E -- --
John H Takvorian Lt -- --
Takvorian John H -- --
John H Takvorian Lt -- --
Takvorian Kim E $375,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Liu Christopher M $1,608,000
Previous Owner Padmapriya Ali $960,000
Previous Owner Takvorian Kim E $495,000
Previous Owner Takvorian John H $512,000
Previous Owner John H Takvorian Lt $525,000
Previous Owner Takvorian Kim E $300,000
Closed Takvorian Kim E $37,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
09/16/2021 09/16/21 Sold $2,010,000 +18.3% $895 / Sq Ft
08/11/2021 08/11/21 Pending -- -- --
08/04/2021 08/04/21 For Sale $1,699,000 +41.6% $756 / Sq Ft
06/30/2015 06/30/15 Sold $1,200,000 +9.1% $527 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
04/23/2015 04/23/15 Pending -- -- --
04/16/2015 04/16/15 For Sale $1,100,000 -- $484 / 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 $22,008 $2,017,200 $690,900 $1,326,300
2024 $20,437 $1,942,700 $690,900 $1,251,800
2023 $18,912 $1,829,000 $690,900 $1,138,100
2022 $14,806 $1,454,400 $658,000 $796,400
2021 $14,141 $1,387,700 $653,200 $734,500
2020 $13,502 $1,338,200 $653,700 $684,500
2019 $7,805 $1,267,700 $595,000 $672,700
2018 $13,643 $1,206,300 $541,000 $665,300
2017 $12,766 $1,093,900 $510,300 $583,600
2016 $10,143 $809,500 $455,800 $353,700
2015 -- $763,400 $420,900 $342,500
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Ed Abrams

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Ed Abrams

    RE/MAX Real Estate Center

    (617) 388-1764

    3 in this area

    32 Total Sales

    Ed Abrams
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  • Steve Bremis

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Steve Bremis

    Steve Bremis Realty Group

    (617) 828-1070

    8 in this area

    206 Total Sales

    Steve Bremis
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  • Jonathan Nyberg

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Jonathan Nyberg

    Old New England Properties

    (781) 883-7259

    54 Total Sales

    Jonathan Nyberg
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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72876438

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: SOME-000028-A000000-000010

Massachusetts Middlesex County Somerville 02144 Ball Square

20 Josephine Ave, Somerville, MA

Not Listed for Sale

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