NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $898,000 - $984,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,659 Sq Ft
$567/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold July 03, 2024

Last sale price $882,000 $532 Per Sq Ft

Est. 6% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,148/month

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • No Units Above
  • City View
  • Deck
  • Somerville High School Rated A-
  • Open Floorplan
  • 4-minute walk to Edward L. Leathers Community Park

About This Home

As of July 2024

Welcome to 40 Highland Ave in Somerville! This stunning top-floor condo is located in a professionally managed condo building and perfectly blends historic charm and modern amenities. Featuring 2 spacious bedrooms and 2 updated bathrooms, this home is designed for comfort and style. The living room has exposed brick while the dining area is located under a unique turret of your very own, adding character and warmth to the space. The kitchen is modern with dishwasher/disposal and gas stove. Enjoy the convenience of in-unit laundry and relax on your cozy private deck. Beautiful views include Cambridge from the back deck and Assembly Row from the turret! Located near the Gilman Square green line T and just a few blocks from Union Square, this condo ensures an easy commute and access to vibrant dining, shopping, and entertainment options. Don't miss out on this one-of-a-kind condo!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Abode with Us Team

Compass Listed on: 06/12/2024

Compass

Co-Listed By

Ashley Reader

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Pearl Emmons

4 Buyers Real Estate

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,477

Year Built

  • Built in 1895 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • No Units Above

HOA Fees

  • $567 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Entry on the 4th floor
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,659 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Recessed Lighting
  • City Views
  • Intercom
  • Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Island
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Primary bedroom located on fourth floor
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • On-Street Parking
  • Open Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Schools

  • Somerville High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • 1 Cooling Zone
  • 1 Heating Zone
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Heating System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 4659327

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include water, sewer, insurance, maintenance structure, snow removal, trash
  • 15 Units
  • Low-Rise Condominium

Amenities

  • Shops
  • Community Storage Space

Recreation

  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,477

Year Built

Built in 1895 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$567 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: Low-Rise
  • Year Built: 1895
  • Entry Level: 4
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Compensation Based On: Net Sale Price
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Entry Location: Unit Placement(Front)
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Fourth Floor
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full, Skylight, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Fourth Floor
  • Master Bathroom Features: Yes
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom 1 Level: Fourth Floor
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Room Dining Room Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
  • Room Dining Room Level: Main,Fourth Floor
  • Room Kitchen Level: Main,Fourth Floor
  • Room Kitchen Features: Skylight, Flooring - Hardwood, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Cabinets - Upgraded, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove, Peninsula
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Fourth Floor, In Unit
  • Room Living Room Level: Main,Fourth Floor
  • Room Living Room Features: Skylight, Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled
  • Basement: Y
  • Accessibility Features: No
  • Living Area: 1659
  • Other Equipment: Intercom
  • Spa YN: No
  • Stories Total: 1
  • MAIN LO: AN1921
  • MAIN SO: BB3358

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck, Patio, City View(s)
  • Common Walls: No One Above
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
  • Roof: Shingle
  • View: City
  • View YN: Yes
  • 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 Electric Dryer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Security Features: Intercom
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 1
  • COOLING ZONES: 1

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Hot Water, Storage
  • Association Fee: 567.41
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • MANAGEMENT: Professional - Off Site
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Snow Removal, Trash

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 4659327
  • Zoning: RES
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: Yes - Private
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 7477

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 15
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

MLS Schools

  • High School: Somerville High

Matterport 3D Tour

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 2, 2018
Closed on
Feb 15, 2018
Sold by
Soper Wesley S and Eilberg Lauren
Bought by
Vallieres Brice and Norcross Aliza
Seller's Agent
Ryan Wilson
Keller Williams Realty
Buyer's Agent
Ashley Reader
Compass
List Price
$589,000
Sold Price
$724,450
Premium/Discount to List
$135,450
23%
Current Estimated Value
$935,497

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$211,047
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.34%
Original Mortgage
$410,000
Outstanding Balance
$346,884
Interest Rate
3.95%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$588,613

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 13, 2013
Closed on
Oct 11, 2013
Sold by
Kowal Elizabeth A
Bought by
Soper Wesley S and Eilberg Lauren
Seller's Agent
Ann Sabbey
RE/MAX Destiny
Buyer's Agent
Ted Ufland
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$409,000
Sold Price
$415,000
Premium/Discount to List
$6,000
1.47%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
13.66%
Original Mortgage
$332,000
Interest Rate
4.53%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 7, 2007
Sold by
40-42 Highland Avenue and 40-42 Kaufman
Bought by
Kowal Elizabeth A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$260,000
Interest Rate
6.37%
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
Vallieres Brice $724,450 --
Soper Wesley S $415,000 --
Soper Wesley S $415,000 --
Kowal Elizabeth A $325,000 --
Kowal Elizabeth A $325,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Vallieres Brice $410,000
Closed Kowal Elizabeth A $410,000
Previous Owner Soper Wesley S $332,000
Previous Owner Kowal Elizabeth A $256,700
Previous Owner Kowal Elizabeth A $260,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
07/03/2024 07/03/24 Sold $882,000 +0.8% $532 / Sq Ft
06/18/2024 06/18/24 Pending -- -- --
06/12/2024 06/12/24 For Sale $875,000 0.0% $527 / Sq Ft
07/29/2021 07/29/21 Rented $3,400 0.0% --
07/28/2021 07/28/21 Under Contract -- -- --
07/15/2021 07/15/21 For Rent $3,400 0.0% --
07/06/2020 07/06/20 Rented $3,400 0.0% --
06/22/2020 06/22/20 Price Changed $3,400 +3.0% $2 / Sq Ft
06/22/2020 06/22/20 For Rent $3,300 0.0% --
02/15/2018 02/15/18 Sold $724,450 +23.0% $437 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
01/11/2018 01/11/18 Pending -- -- --
01/02/2018 01/02/18 For Sale $589,000 +41.9% $355 / Sq Ft
10/11/2013 10/11/13 Sold $415,000 +1.5% $250 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
08/20/2013 08/20/13 Pending -- -- --
08/13/2013 08/13/13 For Sale $409,000 -- $247 / 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 $8,101 $742,500 $0 $742,500
2024 $7,477 $710,700 $0 $710,700
2023 $7,257 $701,800 $0 $701,800
2022 $6,937 $681,400 $0 $681,400
2021 $6,801 $667,400 $0 $667,400
2020 $6,401 $634,400 $0 $634,400
2019 $6,188 $575,100 $0 $575,100
2018 $6,789 $600,300 $0 $600,300
2017 $6,443 $552,100 $0 $552,100
2016 $5,611 $447,800 $0 $447,800
2015 $5,686 $450,900 $0 $450,900
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73251130

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: SOME-000072-F000000-000006-000040-7