RENTED APR 10, 2026

263 Highland Ave Unit 1 Somerville, MA 02143

Spring Hill Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $314,000 - $350,000

Studio
1 Bath
380 Sq Ft
1900 Built

Sale Details

Date Sold: September 19, 2025

Last sale price $308,000 $811 Per Sq Ft

Est. 7% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,035 / mo

Highlights

  • Property is near public transit and schools
  • Jogging Path
  • Cooling Available
  • Somerville High School Rated A-
  • Enclosed Patio or Porch
  • Electric Baseboard Heater

About This Home

As of April 2026

Available now! Nicely situated between Spring Hill and Davis Sq right on Highland Ave next to a bus stop. Just a few short blocks from the community bike path and diagonally across from 3 Little Figs. This first floor studio apartment features a great outdoor space -- A PRIVATE PATIO. A nice pied-a-terre for when you're in Somerville! Kitchen is fully equipped with full-size brand-new appliances (dishwasher, garbage disposal, microwave). Refinished hardwood floors. Pet friendly! Large storage locker in basement. Coin operated shared laundry in basement.

Last Agent to Rent the Property

Sofia Barbosa

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate Listed on: 03/10/2026

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate

Last Renter's Agent

Sofia Barbosa

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate Listed on: 03/10/2026

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate

Condo Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Home Design

  • Entry on the 1st floor

Interior Spaces

  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • 380 Sq Ft Home
  • Laundry in Basement

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Electric Baseboard Heater

Additional Features

  • Enclosed Patio or Porch
  • Property is near public transit and schools

Listing and Financial Details

  • Rent includes water, sewer, trash collection, snow removal, extra storage
  • Assessor Parcel Number 4647139

Community Details

Recreation

  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Additional Features

  • Property has a Home Owners Association
  • Laundry Facilities

Condo Details

Home Type

Condominium

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0 Sq Ft Lot

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Lease Term: Term of Rental(12+)
  • Available Now: Yes
  • Deposit Required: No
  • FIRST MON REQD: Yes
  • INSURANCE REQD: Yes
  • LAST MON REQD: Yes
  • REFERENCES REQD: Yes

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Basement YN: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Level: First
  • Laundry Features: In Basement, Common Area, In Building
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 380
  • Living Area: 380
  • Spa YN: No
  • MAIN LO: AN6527
  • MAIN SO: AN6527

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Patio, Patio - Enclosed
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Patio - Enclosed
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No

Utilities

  • Heating: Electric, Electric Baseboard
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: Yes
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Private School, Public School, T-Station
  • Rent Includes: Water, Sewer, Trash Collection, Snow Removal, Extra Storage
  • Senior Community YN: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 4647139
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: Yes - Private

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 13, 2025
Closed on
Sep 16, 2025
Sold by
Donovan Philip L Est and Davey
Bought by
Barbosa Sofia
Seller's Agent
Bart Foster
Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay
Buyer's Agent
Bart Foster
Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay
List Price
$310,000
Sold Price
$308,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,000
-0.65%
Views
67
Current Estimated Value
$330,518

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$22,518
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.66%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 25, 2006
Sold by
Laurel Heights Realty and Lbs Realty Llc
Bought by
Donovan Philip L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$118,000
Interest Rate
6.48%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
04/10/2026 04/10/26 Rented $1,950 -7.1% --
04/10/2026 04/10/26 Under Contract -- -- --
03/24/2026 03/24/26 Price Changed $2,100 -8.7% $6 / Sq Ft
03/10/2026 03/10/26 For Rent $2,300 0.0% --
09/19/2025 09/19/25 Sold $308,000 -0.6% $811 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
03/03/2025 03/03/25 Pending -- -- --
02/13/2025 02/13/25 For Sale $310,000 -- $816 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

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 $3,237 $296,700 $0 $296,700
2024 $3,121 $296,700 $0 $296,700
2023 $2,842 $274,900 $0 $274,900
2022 $2,671 $262,400 $0 $262,400
2021 $2,588 $254,000 $0 $254,000
2020 $2,539 $251,600 $0 $251,600
2019 $2,424 $225,300 $0 $225,300
2018 $2,150 $190,100 $0 $190,100
2017 $1,987 $170,300 $0 $170,300
2016 $2,096 $167,300 $0 $167,300
2015 $1,939 $153,800 $0 $153,800
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Sofia Barbosa

    Landlord's Agent in 2026

    Sofia Barbosa

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate

    (617) 767-1816

    7 Total Sales

    Sofia Barbosa
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  • Bart Foster

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Bart Foster

    Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay

    (617) 230-2370

    2 in this area

    27 Total Sales

    Bart Foster
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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73484878

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: SOME-000034-E000000-000055-000263-1

Massachusetts Middlesex County Somerville 02143 Spring Hill

263 Highland Ave Unit 1, Somerville, MA

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