NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $1,313,000 - $1,438,000

3 Beds
3 Baths
1,810 Sq Ft
$668/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold July 13, 2023

Last sale price $1,310,000 $724 Per Sq Ft

Est. 6% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $9,520/month

15 Days on Market

Highlights

  • No Units Above
  • Deck
  • Elevator
  • Somerville High School Rated A-
  • Property is near public transit
  • 4-minute walk to Quincy Street Open Space

About This Home

As of July 2023

Rarely available Penthouse LOFT in a renovated Police Station in the heart of Union Square, located on Bow Street which makes it an ideal LOCATION! Enter an impressive feeling space with soaring ceilings, skylights, massive windows, and a spacious private roof deck boasting 360-degree views of the Boston Skyline, Cambridge, Somerville, and more. Currently configured as a 3-bedroom and 3 full bathrooms with an additional home office, complete with custom built-ins and library ladder, which makes this a perfect combination of gracious living and additional private work from home space. Mahogany floors grace the open kitchen, dining, living room—an incredible, private entertaining space where only birds can peek through the windows. Step outside to all that Union Square has to offer, explore farmers markets, specialty food shops, restaurants, Bow Market, breweries, & live music, with the new green line T station, parks galore and a vibrant cityscape right out your front door.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Tracy Shea

Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston Listed on: 05/17/2023

Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

Co-Listed By

Sophie Shea

Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

Last Buyer's Agent

Catherine Hammill

Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest

Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $12,515

Year Built

  • Built in 1874

HOA Fees

  • $668 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Rubber Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,810 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property

Kitchen

  • Built-In Range
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 1 Car Parking Space
  • Off-Street Parking
  • Assigned Parking

Additional Features

  • Level Entry For Accessibility
  • Deck
  • No Units Above
  • Property is near public transit
  • Central Heating and Cooling System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 4561137

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include insurance, ground maintenance, trash
  • 14 Units

Amenities

  • Shops
  • Elevator

Recreation

  • Park

Pet Policy

  • Call for details about the types of pets allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$12,515

Year Built

Built in 1874

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$668 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: Loft
  • Year Built: 1874
  • Buyer Agency: 2.5
  • Entry Level: 3
  • Sub Agent Compensation: 0
  • Transaction Broker: 0
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: Yes
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Compensation Based On: Net Sale Price
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Appliances: Dishwasher,Disposal,Microwave,Countertop Range,Refrigerator,Freezer,Washer,Dryer
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Master Bathroom Features: Yes
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Basement: N
  • Accessibility Features: Accessible Entrance
  • Living Area: 1810
  • Spa YN: No
  • Stories Total: 2
  • MAIN LO: AN6181
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 732.04
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 723.76
  • MAIN SO: BB3298

Exterior Features

  • Common Walls: No One Above
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Roof
  • Roof: Rubber
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No
  • Parking Features: Off Street, Assigned
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Central
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Elevator(s)
  • Association Fee: 668.29
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association YN: Yes
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, T-Station
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • UNIT BUILDING: 11
  • MANAGEMENT: Professional - Off Site
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Trash

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 4561137
  • Zoning: res
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • PAGE: 43
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: Yes - Private
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes w/ Restrictions

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Annual Amount: 12515
  • Tax Book Number: 73341

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 14
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 22, 2019
Closed on
Sep 11, 2019
Sold by
Brigham Jordan and Brigham Kathryn
Bought by
Bator Thomas E and Bator Pamela B
Seller's Agent
Ashley Rose
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Tracy Shea
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
List Price
$1,199,000
Sold Price
$1,215,000
Premium/Discount to List
$16,000
1.33%
Current Estimated Value
$1,383,162

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$168,162
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.60%
Original Mortgage
$400,000
Interest Rate
3.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 5, 2013
Closed on
Jul 31, 2013
Sold by
Grilichs Eve
Bought by
Brigham Jordan and Brigham Kathryn
Seller's Agent
Courtney Snyder
RE/MAX Destiny
Buyer's Agent
Courtney Snyder
RE/MAX Destiny
List Price
$699,000
Sold Price
$692,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$7,000
-1%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.57%
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Interest Rate
3.95%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 6, 2005
Sold by
50 Bow St Rt and Zahedi Kamran
Bought by
Griliches Eve

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$364,000
Interest Rate
5.81%
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
Bator Thomas E $1,215,000 --
Brigham Jordan $692,000 --
Griliches Eve $699,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Bator Thomas E $398,000
Closed Bator Thomas E $400,000
Previous Owner Brigham Jordan $140,000
Previous Owner Brigham Jordan $619,300
Previous Owner Brigham Jordan $417,000
Previous Owner Brigham Jordan $205,800
Previous Owner Griliches Eve $364,000
Previous Owner Griliches Eve $100,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/13/2023 07/13/23 Sold $1,310,000 -1.1% $724 / Sq Ft
06/02/2023 06/02/23 Pending -- -- --
05/17/2023 05/17/23 For Sale $1,325,000 +9.1% $732 / Sq Ft
09/25/2019 09/25/19 Sold $1,215,000 +1.3% $671 / Sq Ft
07/26/2019 07/26/19 Pending -- -- --
07/22/2019 07/22/19 For Sale $1,199,000 +73.3% $662 / Sq Ft
07/31/2013 07/31/13 Sold $692,000 -1.0% $383 / Sq Ft
06/13/2013 06/13/13 Pending -- -- --
06/05/2013 06/05/13 For Sale $699,000 -- $387 / 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 $13,765 $1,261,700 $0 $1,261,700
2024 $13,003 $1,236,000 $0 $1,236,000
2023 $12,515 $1,210,300 $0 $1,210,300
2022 $11,693 $1,148,600 $0 $1,148,600
2021 $11,704 $1,148,600 $0 $1,148,600
2020 $9,034 $895,300 $0 $895,300
2019 $9,633 $895,300 $0 $895,300
2018 $9,197 $813,200 $0 $813,200
2017 $9,330 $799,500 $0 $799,500
2016 $9,111 $727,100 $0 $727,100
2015 $8,388 $665,200 $0 $665,200
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73112816

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: SOME-000074-C000000-000003-000011