$530,000
SOLD NOV 21, 2014

249 Willow Ave Unit 1 Somerville, MA 02144

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,130 Sq Ft
1900 Built

Recently Sold

$469 Per Sq Ft

6% Above List Price

14 Days on Market

About This Home

As of September 2022

Delightful sun-filled two bedroom condo in a beautiful Victorian house with exclusive use driveway that fits at least 2 cars! This home has a mix of traditional details with 5-panel solid core doors, high ceilings, white oak floors - AND contemporary finishes. Enjoy the open plan living room, dining room, and cooks' eat-in kitchen with breakfast bar - a great entertaining space. Amenities include deeded storage in a private lockable basement storage area, private laundry, a peaceful exclusive-use rear porch, private yard, patio and garden. Near Ball Square, Powder House Square, and a ½ mile to Davis Square. Take advantage of nearby restaurants, coffee shops, and neighborhood markets. Open houses on Thursday, 10/2 from 11 to 12:30; Saturday & Sunday (10/4 & 10/5), 12:30 to 2. Offers, if any, due Tuesday, October 7th at 1pm.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lisa Drapkin

Compass Listed on: 10/01/2014

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Charlene Grady

Commonwealth Properties Residential, LLC

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,332

Year Built

1900

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Unit Level: 1
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Year Built: 1900

Interior Features

  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Number of Rooms: 5
  • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amps
  • Energy: Insulated Windows, Prog. Thermostat
  • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
  • Insulation: Full
  • Interior Amenities: Security System
  • Bedroom 2: First Floor
  • Bathroom #1: First Floor
  • Kitchen: First Floor
  • Laundry Room: Basement
  • Living Room: First Floor
  • Master Bedroom: First Floor
  • Master Bedroom Description: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Dining Room: First Floor

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior: Shingles, Wood, Shake
  • Exterior Unit Features: Deck - Wood, Patio, Fenced Yard, Garden Area

Garage/Parking

  • Parking: Off-Street, Paved Driveway, Exclusive Parking
  • Parking Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Heat Zones: 1
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas, Tank
  • Utility Connections: Washer Hookup, for Gas Dryer, for Electric Dryer

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condominium Name: 249-251 Willow Avenue Condominium
  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Master Insurance, Exterior Maintenance
  • Association Pool: No
  • Management: Owner Association
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • No Units: 3
  • Unit Building: 1

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: 71751356

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: SOME-27 K 37