$775,000
SOLD JUN 7, 2019

249 Willow Ave Unit 1 Somerville, MA 02144

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,130 Sq Ft
$217/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$686 Per Sq Ft

12% Above List Price

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Medical Services
  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • Somerville High School Rated A-
  • Property is near public transit
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom

About This Home

As of September 2022

Location, location, location! This 2-bedroom condo, minutes from Davis and two blocks from the new Ball Square T (coming 2021), offers it all. It boasts the charm of a Victorian with the convenience of first-floor modern living.The property has an open living room, dining room, and kitchen, with 9.5' ceilings, white oak floors, a lovely stained-glass window, and a built-in china cabinet. Eat-in kitchen offers a Silestone counter with breakfast bar, separate eating area, pantry, and stainless steel appliances. It has exclusive use of back and side yards, including a patio, and separate herb/flower garden (600+ sf) along with the 3-car off-street parking. Gut renovated in 2006, the basement offers a private storage area (400+ sf), accessed separately, as well as dedicated washer/dryer hookups. Entire house was insulated in 2012. Newer vinyl energy-efficient windows throughout. New water heater (2018). Near Somerville Community Path, Soundbites, Lexington Park, and Ball Square Fine Wines.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Rita Guastella

Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge Listed on: 05/01/2019

Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge

Last Buyer's Agent

Aurielle Kallmerten

Compass

Compass

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,623

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Lot Details

  • Fenced
  • Garden

HOA Fees

  • $217 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,130 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Insulated Windows
  • Window Screens
  • Laundry in Basement
  • Washer and Gas Dryer Hookup

Kitchen

  • Range with Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Plumbed For Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Parking

  • 3 Car Parking Spaces
  • Tandem Parking
  • Off-Street Parking
  • Assigned Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Schools

  • Brown Elementary School

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • 1 Heating Zone
  • Heating System Uses Steam
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Gas Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 4625469

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include water, sewer, insurance, reserve funds
  • 3 Units

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops
  • Coin Laundry

Recreation

  • Park
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • Breed Restrictions

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,623

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$217 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: 2/3 Family
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Buyer Agency: 2.5
  • Buyer Agency Type: %
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Transaction Broker: 1.0
  • Transaction Broker Type: %
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Compensation Based On: Net Sale Price
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 3

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Appliances: Range,Dishwasher,Disposal,Microwave,Refrigerator,Freezer,Range Hood, Gas Water Heater, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Utility Connections for Gas Range, Utility Connections for Gas Dryer
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: First
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: First
  • Master Bathroom Features: No
  • Room Dining Room Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Level: First
  • Laundry Features: In Basement, In Building, Washer Hookup
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Living Area: 1130
  • Stories Total: 3
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows, Screens
  • MAIN LO: an6181
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 615.04
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 685.84
  • MAIN SO: AN4749

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Garden
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Roof, Patio
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating: Steam, Electric
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Electric: 100 Amp Service
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 1

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 217
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association YN: Yes
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, Public School, University
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • UNIT BUILDING: 1
  • MANAGEMENT: Owner Association
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Reserve Funds

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 4625469
  • Zoning: RB
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.08
  • Lot Size Area: 0.08
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 3484.8
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • LOT SIZE: 3360
  • PAGE: 553
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: Yes - Private

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Breed Restrictions

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2019
  • Tax Annual Amount: 6622.78
  • Tax Book Number: 64545

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 3
  • NO UNITS OWNER OCC: 2

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Brown

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 11, 2022
Closed on
Sep 23, 2022
Sold by
Maddalo Matthew and Maddalo Christine
Bought by
Mahtani Rahul and Joshi Disha
Seller's Agent
Kim Covino
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Valerie Post
Engel & Volkers Boston
List Price
$859,000
Sold Price
$855,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,000
-0.47%
Views
1
Current Estimated Value
$1,129,984

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$274,984
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.70%
Original Mortgage
$769,500
Outstanding Balance
$738,076
Interest Rate
5.22%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$375,110

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 1, 2019
Closed on
Jun 6, 2019
Sold by
Carroll Bridgham Ret and Bridgham
Bought by
Maddalo Matthew and Maddalo Christine M
Seller's Agent
Rita Guastella
Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
Buyer's Agent
Aurielle Kallmerten
Compass
List Price
$695,000
Sold Price
$775,000
Premium/Discount to List
$80,000
11.51%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.02%
Original Mortgage
$620,000
Interest Rate
4.2%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 4, 2017
Sold by
Bridgham Emily A
Bought by
Carroll-Bridgham Ret and Bridgham

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 1, 2014
Closed on
Nov 21, 2014
Sold by
Sisak Stephen and Sisak Bonnie A
Bought by
Bridgham Emily
Seller's Agent
Lisa Drapkin
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Charlene Grady
Commonwealth Properties Residential, LLC
List Price
$499,000
Sold Price
$530,000
Premium/Discount to List
$31,000
6.21%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.18%
Original Mortgage
$240,000
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 9, 2013
Sold by
Jordan Jeremiah and Weiner Jennie
Bought by
Morelli Jennifer

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$415,000
Interest Rate
4.45%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 19, 2006
Sold by
249 Willow Ave Assoc L and Baskin
Bought by
Sisak Stephen
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Condominium Deed $855,000 None Available
Condominium Deed $855,000 None Available
Condominium Deed $775,000 --
Condominium Deed $775,000 --
Deed -- --
Deed -- --
Deed $530,000 --
Deed $530,000 --
Not Resolvable $437,000 --
Not Resolvable $437,000 --
Deed $416,250 --
Deed $416,250 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $769,500 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $769,500 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $607,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $620,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $325,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $240,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $140,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $415,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/23/2022 09/23/22 Sold $855,000 -0.5% $757 / Sq Ft
08/23/2022 08/23/22 Pending -- -- --
08/11/2022 08/11/22 For Sale $859,000 +10.8% $760 / Sq Ft
06/07/2019 06/07/19 Sold $775,000 +11.5% $686 / Sq Ft
05/08/2019 05/08/19 Pending -- -- --
05/01/2019 05/01/19 For Sale $695,000 +31.1% $615 / Sq Ft
11/21/2014 11/21/14 Sold $530,000 0.0% $469 / Sq Ft
10/15/2014 10/15/14 Pending -- -- --
10/08/2014 10/08/14 Off Market $530,000 -- --
10/01/2014 10/01/14 For Sale $499,000 -- $442 / 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 $8,332 $763,700 $0 $763,700
2024 $7,873 $748,400 $0 $748,400
2023 $7,637 $738,600 $0 $738,600
2022 $7,547 $741,400 $0 $741,400
2021 $7,392 $725,400 $0 $725,400
2020 $6,410 $635,300 $0 $635,300
2019 $6,623 $615,500 $0 $615,500
2018 $6,726 $594,700 $0 $594,700
2017 $6,397 $548,200 $0 $548,200
2016 $6,286 $501,700 $0 $501,700
2015 $5,260 $417,100 $0 $417,100
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72491690

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: SOME-27 K 37