42 Bow St Unit 5 Somerville, MA 02143
Prospect Hill NeighborhoodEstimated payment $5,370/month
Highlights
- Medical Services
- No Units Above
- Open Floorplan
- Somerville High School Rated A-
- City View
- 4-minute walk to Quincy Street Open Space
About This Home
NEW PRICE. NEW PHOTOS. SAME PRIME UNION SQUARE LOCATION. Live at the center of everything Union Square has to offer & come home to your own top floor retreat. Rebuilt in 2019, this stylish 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo blends modern design, thoughtful details & rare convenience of OFF STREET PARKING. The open concept living space was made for both entertaining & everyday life, featuring a gas fireplace, coffered ceiling & a showpiece kitchen w/ JennAir appliances, quartz countertops, Carrera marble backsplash, walk in pantry & waterfall edge island. The spacious primary suite offers double closets & a spa inspired bath w/ double vanities & oversized walk in tiled shower. In unit laundry, generous attic storage, smart home features make city living effortless. A pet-friendly, owner-occupied building adds to the appeal. Step outside & Union Square is yours. Grab dinner or drinks at Bow Market, pick up groceries nearby, hit the neighborhood parks & dog parks, or hop on the Green Line for an easy trip into Boston. Harvard, Porter and Davis Squares are all within easy reach. Restaurants, coffee, shopping, entertainment & public transit are close by, while home still feels like your own private escape above it all.
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $9,745
Year Built
- Built in 2012 | Remodeled
Home Design
- Entry on the 3rd floor
Interior Spaces
- 1,003 Sq Ft Home
- 3-Story Property
- Open Floorplan
- Crown Molding
- Coffered Ceiling
- Recessed Lighting
- Insulated Windows
- Bay Window
- Insulated Doors
- Living Room with Fireplace
- City Views
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Upgraded Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- Primary bedroom located on third floor
- Walk-In Closet
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Double Vanity
Laundry
- Laundry on upper level
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- 1 Car Parking Space
- Paved Parking
- 1 Open Parking Space
- Off-Street Parking
- Assigned Parking
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- 1 Cooling Zone
- 1 Heating Zone
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Individual Controls for Heating
- 100 Amp Service
- High Speed Internet
- Cable TV Available
Additional Features
- Energy-Efficient Thermostat
- No Units Above
- Property is near public transit and schools
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number M:74 B:C L:6 U:5,5122369
- Tax Block C
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include insurance, ground maintenance, snow removal
- 5 Units
- Low-Rise Community
Amenities
- Medical Services
- Shops
- Coin Laundry
Recreation
- Park
Pet Policy
- Call for details about the types of pets allowed
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
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| 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 | $9,745 | $893,200 | $0 | $893,200 |
| 2024 | $10,002 | $950,800 | $0 | $950,800 |
| 2023 | $8,354 | $807,900 | $0 | $807,900 |
| 2022 | $7,861 | $772,200 | $0 | $772,200 |
| 2021 | $7,625 | $748,300 | $0 | $748,300 |
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/28/2026 08/28/26 | Price Changed | $830,000 | -1.8% | $828 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/07/2026 08/07/26 | Price Changed | $844,900 | -0.6% | $842 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/29/2026 06/29/26 | Price Changed | $849,900 | -2.9% | $847 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/28/2026 05/28/26 | Price Changed | $875,000 | -2.8% | $872 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/16/2026 04/16/26 | Price Changed | $900,000 | -2.7% | $897 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/03/2026 03/03/26 | For Sale | $925,000 | 0.0% | $922 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/01/2024 10/01/24 | Rented | $3,650 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 09/19/2024 09/19/24 | For Rent | $3,650 | +4.4% | -- | |
| 10/21/2022 10/21/22 | Rented | $3,495 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 10/18/2022 10/18/22 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- | |
| 09/28/2022 09/28/22 | Price Changed | $3,495 | -8.0% | $3 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/22/2022 09/22/22 | Price Changed | $3,800 | -3.8% | $4 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/14/2022 09/14/22 | For Rent | $3,950 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 04/09/2019 04/09/19 | Sold | $800,000 | 0.0% | $861 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 02/04/2019 02/04/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 01/31/2019 01/31/19 | For Sale | $799,900 | -- | $861 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Condominium Deed | $800,000 | -- |
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $696,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Closed | $720,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73481827
APN: SOME M:74 B:C L:6 U:5
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