NOT LISTED FOR SALE

261 Highland Ave Unit 1 Somerville, MA 02143

Estimated Value: $391,000 - $539,000

1 Bed
1 Bath
440 Sq Ft
1900 Built

Last Sold June 14, 2019

Last sale price $339,000 $770 Per Sq Ft

Est. 35% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,865/month

10 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Somerville High School Rated A-
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of June 2019

Newly remodeled studio condo in great location! Granite counter tops, beautiful hardwood floors, modern cabinets, new stainless steel appliances, built-in queen Murphy bed. Recessed lights and tiled bathroom with many updates. Energy efficient A/C and heat split system. Private entrance and patio area, excellent noise insulation. Large designated basement storage area and common laundry. Building has newer drain pipe and roof. Small pet-friendly building with healthy self-managed association. Easy walking distance to popular Davis, Porter, and Magoun Squares; Red Line T and upcoming Green line T station; 1 mile from Harvard University. Easy access to bike path. 50% owner occupied. Seller to review all offers Tuesday April 2nd at noon.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Shane Marrion

Benoit Real Estate Group ,LLC Listed on: 03/23/2019

Last Buyer's Agent

Josh Wolf

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,779

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Flooring

  • Wood Flooring

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Individual Controls for Heating

Additional Features

  • Basement

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,779

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Condominium/Co-Op
  • CC Type: Condo
  • Other Agent: 2.50
  • Year Built Description: Approximate
  • List Price Per Sq Ft: 770.45
  • Comp Based On: Net Sale Price
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Unit Building: 1
  • Unit Level: 1
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Year Built: 1900

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Wood
  • No Bedrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • No Rooms: 2
  • Basement: Y
  • No Living Levels: 1
  • Main Lo: BB5745
  • Main So: AN3288
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 440.00

Exterior Features

  • Roof Material: Rubber
  • Exterior: Brick
  • Exterior Unit Features: Patio

Utilities

  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: City/Town Water
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air, Electric, Individual
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Fee Interval: Monthly
  • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Swimming Pool, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station, University
  • HOA Fees: 161.00
  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Master Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Snow Removal
  • Condo Association: Yes
  • Management: Owner Association

Lot Info

  • Assessments: 263100.00
  • Page: 99
  • Zoning: res

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 2830.96
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 4696621

Multi Family

  • No Units: 8

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 23, 2019
Closed on
Jun 12, 2019
Sold by
Thyme Summer B
Bought by
Vella Margaret E
Seller's Agent
Shane Marrion
Benoit Real Estate Group ,LLC
Buyer's Agent
Josh Wolf
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
List Price
$339,000
Sold Price
$339,000
Current Estimated Value
$457,790

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$118,790
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.10%
Original Mortgage
$321,000
Interest Rate
4.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 26, 2013
Sold by
Wynter Lloyd M and Wynter Allison M
Bought by
Thyme Summer B

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 28, 2011
Sold by
Wynter Lyoyd M
Bought by
Wynter Lyoyed M and Smith Alison M

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 1, 2007
Sold by
Laurel Heights Realty
Bought by
Wynter Lloyd M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$151,470
Interest Rate
6.18%
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
Vella Margaret E $339,000 --
Thyme Summer B $174,500 --
Wynter Lyoyed M -- --
Wynter Lloyd M $153,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Vella Margaret E $319,800
Closed Vella Margaret E $321,000
Previous Owner Wynter Lloyd M $151,470
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/14/2019 06/14/19 Sold $339,000 0.0% $770 / Sq Ft
04/02/2019 04/02/19 Pending -- -- --
03/23/2019 03/23/19 For Sale $339,000 -- $770 / 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 $3,779 $346,400 $0 $346,400
2024 $3,644 $346,400 $0 $346,400
2023 $3,551 $343,400 $0 $343,400
2022 $3,337 $327,800 $0 $327,800
2021 $3,233 $317,300 $0 $317,300
2020 $2,964 $293,800 $0 $293,800
2019 $2,831 $263,100 $0 $263,100
2018 $2,523 $223,100 $0 $223,100
2017 $2,348 $201,200 $0 $201,200
2016 $2,415 $192,700 $0 $192,700
2015 $2,240 $177,600 $0 $177,600
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Shane Marrion

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Shane Marrion

    Benoit Real Estate Group ,LLC

    (617) 750-6378

    4 in this area

    83 Total Sales

    Shane Marrion
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  • Josh Wolf

    Buyer's Agent in 2019

    Josh Wolf

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate

    (508) 954-8899

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72469894

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: SOME-000034-E000000-000055-000261-1

Massachusetts Middlesex County Somerville 02143

261 Highland Ave Unit 1, Somerville, MA

This home is located at 261 Highland Ave Unit 1, Somerville, MA 02143 since 23 March 2019 and is currently estimated at $457,790, approximately $1,040 per square foot. This property was built in 1900. 261 Highland Ave Unit 1 is a home located in Middlesex County with nearby schools including Somerville High School, Saint Theresa School, and St. Clement Elementary School.

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