$1,285,000
SOLD FEB 7, 2025

31 Whitman St Somerville, MA 02144

5 Beds
2 Baths
2,430 Sq Ft
3,381 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$529 Per Sq Ft

13% Below List Price

142 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Medical Services
  • Solar Power System
  • Custom Closet System
  • Somerville High School Rated A-
  • Open Floorplan
  • 2-minute walk to Lou Ann David Park

About This Home

As of February 2025

**OPEN HOUSE 1/4/25 CANCELLED-OFFER ACCEPTED** Gorgeous 5-BR single boasts a perfect location only a 10-12 minute stroll to Davis Sq Red or Ball Sq Green Ln. Simply a lovely home boasting beautiful HW floors thru-out w/original mouldings.The 1st flr features a spacious LR w/ fireplace & window seat opening to a formal DR, a full CT bath & 2 BR’s. One BR is currently staged as an office w/ sliders to a vinyl deck & beautiful backyard w/ many fruit-bearing trees, perennials & a drip irrigation system. Upstairs you will find the remaining 3 BR’s & 3/4 bath. All BR’s offer a tremendous amount of closet space (4 walk-in closets w/ 2 master BR closets)! The home has been freshly painted thru-out w/ freshly sanded HW plus new oak flrs in two 2nd flr BR’s. Add'l UPDATES INCLUDE 42 SELLER-OWNED SOLAR PANELS, new bsmt water lines, young steam boiler & roof, 200 amp elec, blown-in cellulose insulation & 7 mini-splits providing heat & central air. On-street permit parking aplenty

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Loreen Cinganelli

Steve Bremis Realty Group

Last Buyer's Agent

Gary Vrotsos

Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge

Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,134

Year Built

  • Built in 1920 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 3,381 Sq Ft Lot
  • Stone Wall
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Cleared Lot
  • Fruit Trees
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned RA

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Stone Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Blown Fiberglass Insulation
  • Cellulose Insulation
  • Blown-In Insulation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Stone

Interior Spaces

  • 2,430 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • Crown Molding
  • Coffered Ceiling
  • Decorative Lighting
  • Light Fixtures
  • Insulated Windows
  • Window Screens
  • Sliding Doors
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Center Hall
  • Attic Access Panel
  • Washer and Electric Dryer Hookup

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Range with Range Hood
  • Plumbed For Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Primary bedroom located on second floor
  • Custom Closet System
  • Dual Closets
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Separate Shower
  • Linen Closet In Bathroom

Unfinished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Partial Basement
  • Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
  • Block Basement Construction
  • Laundry in Basement

Parking

  • 99 Car Parking Spaces
  • On-Street Parking
  • Open Parking

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Thermostat
  • Solar Power System

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Rain Gutters
  • Porch

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Schools

  • Choice Elementary And Middle School
  • Somerville High School

Utilities

  • Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
  • 3+ Cooling Systems Mounted To A Wall/Window
  • Central Air
  • 7 Cooling Zones
  • 8 Heating Zones
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Steam
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Gas Water Heater
  • High Speed Internet
  • Internet Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number M:11 B:D L:21,748486

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Davis & Ball Squares Subdivision

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops

Recreation

  • Park
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,134

Year Built

Built in 1920 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Buyer Agency: 2
  • Buyer Agency Type: %
  • Subdivision Name: Davis & Ball Squares
  • Transaction Broker: 2
  • Transaction Broker Type: %
  • Year Built Details: Approximate,Renovated Since
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • Compensation Based On: Net Sale Price
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: Other
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Pantry, Lighting - Sconce, High Speed Internet Hookup, Lighting - Overhead, Attic Access, Center Hall, Internet Available - Unknown
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Range Hood, Plumbed For Ice Maker
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood, High Speed Internet Hookup, Remodeled, Lighting - Overhead
  • Room Bedroom2 Area: 168
  • Room Bedroom3 Features: Bathroom - 3/4, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood, High Speed Internet Hookup, Remodeled, Lighting - Overhead
  • Room Bedroom3 Area: 156
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom4 Area: 156
  • Room Bedroom4 Level: Main,First
  • Room Bedroom4 Features: Flooring - Hardwood, High Speed Internet Hookup, Remodeled, Lighting - Overhead, Closet - Double
  • Room Bedroom5 Level: Main,First
  • Room Bedroom5 Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Balcony / Deck, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, High Speed Internet Hookup, Remodeled, Slider, Lighting - Overhead, Closet - Double
  • Room Bedroom5 Area: 144
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Bathroom - 3/4, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Remodeled, Lighting - Overhead, Closet - Double
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Master Bedroom Area: 192
  • Master Bathroom Features: Yes
  • Bathroom 1 Area: 40
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Cabinets - Upgraded
  • Bathroom 1 Level: Main,First
  • Bathroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom 2 Area: 88
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Lighting - Overhead
  • Room Dining Room Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, High Speed Internet Hookup, Lighting - Overhead
  • Room Dining Room Level: Main,First
  • Room Dining Room Area: 156
  • Room Kitchen Level: Main,First
  • Room Kitchen Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Exterior Access, Gas Stove, Lighting - Overhead
  • Room Kitchen Area: 120
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement
  • Room Living Room Level: Main,First
  • Room Living Room Area: 286
  • Room Living Room Features: Coffered Ceiling(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Exterior Access, High Speed Internet Hookup, Open Floorplan, Remodeled, Decorative Molding, Window Seat
  • Basement: Partial, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Concrete, Unfinished
  • Accessibility Features: No
  • Living Area: 2430
  • Spa YN: No
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows, Screens
  • MAIN LO: AN5028
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 534.98
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 528.81
  • MAIN SO: AN6181
  • Insulation: Full, Fiberglass, Blown In, Cellulose - Sprayed

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Porch, Deck, Deck - Composite, Patio, Rain Gutters, Sprinkler System, Screens, Fruit Trees, Garden, Stone Wall
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Stone
  • Foundation Details: Block, Stone
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Exterior, Porch, Deck, Deck - Composite, Patio
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Waterview Flag: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No
  • Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: On Street
  • Total Parking Spaces: 99

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
  • Cooling: Central Air, 3 or More, Ductless
  • Heating: Hot Water, Steam, Natural Gas, Electric, Ductless
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 8
  • COOLING ZONES: 7

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: No
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station, University, Sidewalks
  • Senior Community YN: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: M:11 B:D L:21,748486
  • Zoning: RA
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Features: Cleared, Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.08
  • Lot Size Area: 0.08
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 3381
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: No
  • PAGE: 92
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Green Features

  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat
  • Green Energy Generation: Solar

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 10134
  • Tax Book Number: 65711

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

MLS Schools

  • High School: Somerville H.S.
  • Elementary School: Choice
  • Middle Or Junior School: Choice

Map

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/07/2025 02/07/25 Sold $1,285,000 -1.2% $529 / Sq Ft
01/03/2025 01/03/25 Pending -- -- --
11/06/2024 11/06/24 Price Changed $1,300,000 -7.1% $535 / Sq Ft
10/01/2024 10/01/24 Price Changed $1,400,000 -5.1% $576 / Sq Ft
09/05/2024 09/05/24 Price Changed $1,475,000 -0.3% $607 / Sq Ft
08/14/2024 08/14/24 For Sale $1,480,000 +82.7% $609 / Sq Ft
07/10/2015 07/10/15 Sold $810,000 0.0% $370 / Sq Ft
06/16/2015 06/16/15 Pending -- -- --
06/04/2015 06/04/15 Off Market $810,000 -- --
06/01/2015 06/01/15 Price Changed $759,000 -4.5% $347 / Sq Ft
05/14/2015 05/14/15 For Sale $795,000 -- $364 / 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 $14,843 $1,360,500 $689,500 $671,000
2024 $14,187 $1,348,600 $689,500 $659,100
2023 $13,433 $1,299,100 $689,500 $609,600
2022 $12,588 $1,236,500 $656,600 $579,900
2021 $12,127 $1,190,100 $651,800 $538,300
2020 $11,632 $1,152,800 $652,200 $500,600
2019 $11,330 $1,053,000 $593,700 $459,300
2018 $10,179 $900,000 $539,700 $360,300
2017 $9,985 $855,600 $509,200 $346,400
2016 $9,347 $746,000 $454,800 $291,200
2015 $8,918 $707,200 $420,000 $287,200
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $955,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $955,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $620,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $205,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $85,050 No Value Available
Previous Owner $425,250 No Value Available
Previous Owner $394,650 No Value Available
Previous Owner $394,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $388,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $15,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Deed History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Not Resolvable $810,000 --
Deed $485,000 --
Deed $485,000 --
Source: Public Records

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Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73277903

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: SOME-000011-D000000-000021