NOT LISTED FOR SALE

37 Bay State Ave Unit 1 Somerville, MA 02144

Estimated Value: $847,610 - $890,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,176 Sq Ft
$100/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold March 13, 2014

Last sale price $465,000 $395 Per Sq Ft

Est. 86% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,363/month

13 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Medical Services
  • Spa
  • Wood Flooring
  • Somerville High School Rated A-
  • Property is near public transit
  • 2-minute walk to Nathan Tufts Park

About This Home

As of March 2014

LOCATION, CHARACTER, AND SIZE! This meticulously maintained and well-renovated Philadelphia-style 2 bed, 1 bath condo is on a quiet, tree-lined, one-way street in a top Somerville location, just steps to Nathan Tufts Park, and a short walk to Davis Square, the Red line, Ball Square, and Bike Path. Gleaming hardwood floors flow throughout this first floor, two level unit with a functional and open floor plan. With three original stained glass windows flooding light into the unit, and dental and crown moldings and beautiful woodwork throughout, you'll fall in love the moment you walk through the front door. Pantry with In-unit washer/dryer included! Other bonuses include large private rear deck and separate entrance, as well as a private basement with ample storage. Jacuzzi tub, spacious eat-in kitchen with stainless appliances, and original built-in china cabinet in dining room! Large fenced flat common back yard. Options to add additional bathrooms on both floors. Move-in condition!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Seth Mitchell

The Mitchell Group Listed on: 02/04/2014

Last Buyer's Agent

Ken Sazama

Real Broker MA, LLC

Real Broker MA, LLC

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,811

Year Built

  • Built in 1930

Lot Details

  • Near Conservation Area
  • Fenced

HOA Fees

  • $100 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,176 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Insulated Windows
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer

Parking

  • On-Street Parking
  • Open Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Spa
  • Outdoor Storage
  • Porch

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Schools

  • Sps Elementary And Middle School
  • Sps High School

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • 1 Heating Zone
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Heating System Uses Steam
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Gas Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 0.04
  • Assessor Parcel Number 4271669

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include water, sewer, insurance, maintenance structure
  • 2 Units

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Common Area
  • Shops
  • Coin Laundry

Recreation

  • Park
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,811

Year Built

Built in 1930

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$100 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: 2/3 Family
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Buyer Agency: 2.5 %
  • Buyer Agency Type: %
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Transaction Broker: 2.5
  • Transaction Broker Type: %
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • Compensation Based On: Net Sale Price
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Entrance Foyer
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Appliances: Range,Dishwasher,Disposal,Microwave,ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer,ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer, Gas Water Heater, Utility Connections for Gas Range, Utility Connections for Gas Oven, Utility Connections for Gas Dryer
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Bedroom2 Area: 132
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: First
  • Room Master Bedroom Area: 132
  • Bathroom 1 Area: 35
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Hardwood, Hot Tub / Spa
  • Bathroom 1 Level: First
  • Room Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Dining Room Level: First
  • Room Dining Room Area: 169
  • Room Kitchen Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Kitchen Area: 195
  • Laundry Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Pantry, First Floor, In Unit, Washer Hookup
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Area: 182
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Living Area: 1176
  • Spa YN: Yes
  • Stories Total: 2
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
  • MAIN LO: A14050
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 373.3
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 395.41
  • MAIN SO: AN1005

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Storage
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
  • 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, for Gas Oven, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating: Steam, Natural Gas
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Electric: 100 Amp Service
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 1

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 100
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association YN: Yes
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • UNIT BUILDING: 1
  • MANAGEMENT: Other (See Remarks)
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 4271669
  • Zoning: RES
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.04
  • Lot Size Area: 0.04
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 1742.4
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • LOT SIZE: 1900
  • PAGE: 312
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: Yes - Common

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2013
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4811.07
  • Tax Book Number: 49284
  • Tax Lot: 0.04

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 2

MLS Schools

  • High School: Sps
  • Elementary School: Sps
  • Middle Or Junior School: Sps

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 4, 2014
Closed on
Mar 12, 2014
Sold by
Gownder Joseph P
Bought by
Efron Laura and Scherrer Benoit
Seller's Agent
Seth Mitchell
The Mitchell Group
Buyer's Agent
Ken Sazama
Real Broker MA, LLC
List Price
$439,000
Sold Price
$465,000
Premium/Discount to List
$26,000
5.92%
Total Days on Market
13
Current Estimated Value
$866,403

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$401,403
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.46%
Original Mortgage
$385,950
Interest Rate
4.32%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 13, 2007
Sold by
Gudeman Elise J and Cunningham Glenn
Bought by
Gownder Joseph P

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$332,000
Interest Rate
6.24%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Efron Laura $465,000 --
Gownder Joseph P $415,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Scherrer Benoit $344,000
Closed Scherrer Benoit $384,800
Closed Efron Laura $385,950
Previous Owner Gownder Joseph P $307,800
Previous Owner Gownder Joseph P $332,000
Previous Owner Gownder Joseph P $83,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/13/2014 03/13/14 Sold $465,000 0.0% $395 / Sq Ft
02/16/2014 02/16/14 Pending -- -- --
02/06/2014 02/06/14 Off Market $465,000 -- --
02/03/2014 02/03/14 For Sale $439,000 -- $373 / 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 $7,982 $731,600 $0 $731,600
2024 $7,541 $716,800 $0 $716,800
2023 $7,315 $707,400 $0 $707,400
2022 $6,926 $680,400 $0 $680,400
2021 $6,782 $665,600 $0 $665,600
2020 $6,498 $644,000 $0 $644,000
2019 $6,712 $623,800 $0 $623,800
2018 $6,804 $601,600 $0 $601,600
2017 $6,392 $547,700 $0 $547,700
2016 $5,501 $439,000 $0 $439,000
2015 $5,267 $417,700 $0 $417,700
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 71629494

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: SOME-000023-A000000-000004-000001