$1,085,200
SOLD OCT 29, 2025

74 Josephine Ave Unit B Somerville, MA 02144

Ball Square Neighborhood
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,911 Sq Ft
$492/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$568 Per Sq Ft

3% Above List Price

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Marina
  • Golf Course Community
  • Medical Services
  • Somerville High School Rated A-
  • Community Stables
  • Landscaped Professionally

About This Home

As of October 2025

Exceptional location merges urban convenience with residential charm in coveted area. This spacious 1,911 sq ft residence offers versatile living across 2 levels. The main level features a bright living room, family room, plus an elegant dining room showcasing built-in shelves. The kitchen offers ample cabinets and convenient pantry. Laundry room, full bath, and front and back porches complete this level. The upper level has three bedrooms, and bonus fourth room smaller perfect for office, plus full bath. Lovely hardwood floors flow throughout. Parking includes 2 paved driveway spots plus shared storage shed and nice backyard. The basement offers additional storage, while the condo fee takes care of yard & snow maintenance. Ideally situated between Davis, Porter, and Union Squares, this Somerville unit has a walker's paradise score of 92 and outstanding transit options. Steps to the new Ball Square T station, multiple bus routes, and community bike trail.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Amy Kirsch

Leading Edge Real Estate Listed on: 09/17/2025

Leading Edge Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Dez Decarlo

RE/MAX Real Estate Center

RE/MAX Real Estate Center

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,612

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

HOA Fees

  • $492 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Entry on the 2nd floor
  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,911 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Home Office
  • Basement

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Laminate
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary bedroom located on second floor
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

Parking

  • 2 Car Parking Spaces
  • Tandem Parking
  • Paved Parking
  • Open Parking
  • Off-Street Parking
  • Deeded Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Rain Gutters
  • Porch

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Schools

  • Benjamin Brown Elementary School
  • Somerville High School

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • 3 Cooling Zones
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • 1 Heating Zone
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • High Speed Internet

Additional Features

  • Energy-Efficient Thermostat
  • Landscaped Professionally

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 4118043

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include water, sewer, insurance, ground maintenance, snow removal
  • 2 Units
  • Near Conservation Area

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Common Area
  • Shops
  • Coin Laundry

Recreation

  • Marina
  • Golf Course Community
  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Pool
  • Park
  • Community Stables
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Security

  • Storm Windows
  • Storm Doors

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,612

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$492 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: 2/3 Family
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Entry Level: 2
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Laminate
  • Interior Amenities: Office, Internet Available - Broadband, Internet Available - DSL, Internet Available - Satellite
  • Door Features: Storm Door(s)
  • Entry Location: Unit Placement(Upper)
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Bathroom 1 Level: First
  • Bathroom 2 Level: Second
  • Room Dining Room Level: First
  • Room Family Room Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Level: First
  • Laundry Features: First Floor, In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Office Level: Second
  • Basement: Y
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1911
  • Living Area: 1911
  • Spa YN: No
  • Stories Total: 2
  • Window Features: Storm Window(s)
  • MAIN LO: AN4643
  • MAIN SO: BB0125
  • Insulation: Unknown

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Porch, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Waterview Flag: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No
  • Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: Off Street, Tandem, Deeded, Paved
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Electric Dryer
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 1
  • COOLING ZONES: 3

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 491.67
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Stable(s), Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University, Other
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • MANAGEMENT: Owner Association

Fee Information

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

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 4118043
  • Zoning: Condo
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: Yes - Common

Green Features

  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 9612

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 2
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

MLS Schools

  • High School: Somerville High
  • Elementary School: Benjamin Brown

Matterport 3D Tour

Floorplans

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 30, 2023
Sold by
Leite Luis and Leite Lidia
Bought by
Brown Bruna D and Leite Luis F

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 8, 1995
Sold by
Santos Mira S
Bought by
Leite Luis and Leite Lidia

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$140,000
Interest Rate
7.48%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Deed $196,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $25,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $142,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $140,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/29/2025 10/29/25 Sold $1,085,200 +3.5% $568 / Sq Ft
09/23/2025 09/23/25 Pending -- -- --
09/17/2025 09/17/25 For Sale $1,049,000 -- $549 / 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 $15,521 $1,422,600 $687,800 $734,800
2024 $14,828 $1,409,500 $687,800 $721,700
2023 $14,061 $1,359,900 $687,800 $672,100
2022 $13,243 $1,300,900 $655,000 $645,900
2021 $12,841 $1,260,200 $650,300 $609,900
2020 $12,355 $1,224,500 $650,700 $573,800
2019 $11,667 $1,084,300 $592,300 $492,000
2018 $10,671 $943,500 $538,500 $405,000
2017 $10,470 $897,200 $508,000 $389,200
2016 $10,120 $807,700 $453,600 $354,100
2015 $9,708 $769,900 $419,000 $350,900
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Amy Kirsch

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Amy Kirsch

    Leading Edge Real Estate

    (617) 306-9279

    1 in this area

    56 Total Sales

    Amy Kirsch
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  • Dez Decarlo

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Dez Decarlo

    RE/MAX Real Estate Center

    (617) 817-2285

    1 in this area

    6 Total Sales

    Dez Decarlo
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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73431836

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: SOME-000027-K000000-000021

Massachusetts Middlesex County Somerville 02144 Ball Square

74 Josephine Ave Unit B, Somerville, MA

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