NOT LISTED FOR SALE

251 Willow Ave Unit 2 Somerville, MA 02144

Estimated Value: $713,000 - $849,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,024 Sq Ft
$200/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold September 09, 2021

Last sale price $720,000 $703 Per Sq Ft

Est. 12% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,129/month

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Open Floorplan
  • Custom Closet System
  • Property is near public transit
  • Somerville High School Rated A-
  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of September 2021

Welcome home to this spacious 2 bed, 1 bath Somerville Victorian on a beautiful tree-lined street. Located two blocks from beautiful community path that runs through Davis Sq with connection to the Minuteman Bikeway. This move-in-ready condo consists of a beautiful and spacious open floor plan with hardwood floors throughout and large windows that allow the light to easily flow through. Large updated eat-in kitchen complete with stainless steel appliances and a breakfast bar. Adjacent to the kitchen is a formal dining room and living room. The full bathroom offers a subway tiled shower/tub and a beautiful marble top vanity. Plenty of storage throughout plus dedicated storage in the basement. Enjoy the front porch common area or enjoy your very own private back deck! Easy on-street parking. Convenient location close to many restaurants, shops, grocery stores, I-93, Red Line Davis Sq, multiple Hubway bike stations and Ball Sq green line station opening next Spring!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Alexis Lograsso

Redfin Corp. License #448554288 Listed on: 07/21/2021

Redfin Corp.

Last Buyer's Agent

Tom Fitzpatrick

Flow Realty, Inc.

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,972

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Lot Details

  • Two or More Common Walls
  • Fenced
  • Sprinkler System

HOA Fees

  • $200 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,024 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Fireplace
  • Insulated Windows
  • Insulated Doors
  • Dining Area
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Stove
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Primary bedroom located on second floor
  • Custom Closet System
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • Laundry in Basement

Parking

  • On-Street Parking
  • Open Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Rain Gutters
  • Porch

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Schools

  • Benjamin Brown Elementary School
  • Matignon High School

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • 1 Heating Zone
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Heating System Uses Steam
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number M:27 B:K L:37 U:2,4696613

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include insurance, reserve funds
  • 3 Units

Amenities

  • Common Area
  • Shops
  • Laundry Facilities

Recreation

  • Park
  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,972

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$200 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: 2/3 Family
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Buyer Agency: 2
  • Buyer Agency Type: %
  • Dual Variable: Yes
  • Entry Level: 2
  • Transaction Broker: 0
  • Transaction Broker Type: %
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Compensation Based On: Net Sale Price
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
  • Door Features: Insulated Doors
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Appliances: Range,Dishwasher,Disposal,Microwave,Refrigerator,Freezer,Washer,Dryer, Utility Connections for Gas Range
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Bedroom2 Area: 133.333333
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Master Bedroom Area: 137.777777
  • Bathroom 1 Area: 50.625
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Closet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom 1 Level: Second
  • Room Dining Room Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan
  • Room Dining Room Level: Second
  • Room Dining Room Area: 176.458333
  • Room Kitchen Level: Second
  • Room Kitchen Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove
  • Room Kitchen Area: 245.361111
  • Laundry Features: In Basement, In Building, Washer Hookup
  • Room Living Room Level: Second
  • Room Living Room Area: 185.541666
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Cable Hookup, Open Floorplan
  • Living Area: 1024
  • Stories Total: 1
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
  • MAIN LO: NB3534
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 683.5
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 703.13
  • MAIN SO: NB4184

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters, Sprinkler System
  • Common Walls: 2+ Common Walls
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No
  • Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: On Street

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Gas Range, Washer Hookup
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating: Steam, Natural Gas
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Security Features: Security System
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 1

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 200
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association YN: Yes
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Bike Path, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • UNIT BUILDING: 2
  • MANAGEMENT: Owner Association

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Insurance, Reserve Funds

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: M:27 B:K L:37 U:2,4696613
  • Zoning: NR
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • PAGE: 30
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: Yes - Common

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Tax Annual Amount: 6972
  • Tax Book Number: 71895

Multi Family

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

MLS Schools

  • High School: Matignon
  • Elementary School: Benjamin Brown

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 21, 2021
Closed on
Sep 9, 2021
Sold by
Sigel Scott B and Sigel Julia B
Bought by
Simpson Zachary
Seller's Agent
Alexis Lograsso
Redfin Corp.
Buyer's Agent
Tom Fitzpatrick
Flow Realty, Inc.
List Price
$699,900
Sold Price
$720,000
Premium/Discount to List
$20,100
2.87%
Total Days on Market
6
Current Estimated Value
$805,426

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$85,426
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.54%
Original Mortgage
$570,000
Outstanding Balance
$524,278
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$267,076

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 26, 2018
Closed on
Nov 16, 2018
Sold by
Morelli Jennifer
Bought by
Sigel Scott B and Sigel Julia B
Seller's Agent
The McLaren D'Agostino Team
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Emmanuel Paul
Redfin Corp.
List Price
$605,000
Sold Price
$665,000
Premium/Discount to List
$60,000
9.92%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.86%
Original Mortgage
$598,500
Interest Rate
4.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 26, 2006
Sold by
249 Willow Ave Assoc L
Bought by
Weiner Jennie and Jordan Jeremiah

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$296,000
Interest Rate
6.67%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Simpson Zachary $720,000 None Available
Sigel Scott B $665,000 --
Weiner Jennie $370,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Simpson Zachary $570,000
Previous Owner Sigel Julia B $593,000
Previous Owner Sigel Scott B $598,500
Previous Owner Weiner Jennie $296,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/09/2021 09/09/21 Sold $720,000 +2.9% $703 / Sq Ft
07/27/2021 07/27/21 Pending -- -- --
07/21/2021 07/21/21 For Sale $699,900 +5.2% $683 / Sq Ft
11/16/2018 11/16/18 Sold $665,000 +9.9% $649 / Sq Ft
10/03/2018 10/03/18 Pending -- -- --
09/26/2018 09/26/18 For Sale $605,000 +38.4% $591 / Sq Ft
08/09/2013 08/09/13 Sold $437,000 0.0% $427 / Sq Ft
07/13/2013 07/13/13 Pending -- -- --
07/07/2013 07/07/13 Off Market $437,000 -- --
07/06/2013 07/06/13 For Sale $425,000 0.0% $415 / Sq Ft
06/27/2013 06/27/13 Pending -- -- --
06/19/2013 06/19/13 For Sale $425,000 -- $415 / 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 $7,864 $720,800 $0 $720,800
2024 $7,429 $706,200 $0 $706,200
2023 $7,206 $696,900 $0 $696,900
2022 $7,121 $699,500 $0 $699,500
2021 $6,972 $684,200 $0 $684,200
2020 $6,039 $598,500 $0 $598,500
2019 $6,238 $579,700 $0 $579,700
2018 $6,033 $533,400 $0 $533,400
2017 $5,458 $467,700 $0 $467,700
2016 $5,745 $458,500 $0 $458,500
2015 $5,038 $399,500 $0 $399,500
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72869054

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: SOME-000027-K000000-000037-000002