74 Josephine Ave Unit B Somerville, MA 02144
Ball Square NeighborhoodEstimated payment $6,833/month
Total Views
114,949
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,911
Sq Ft
$549
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- Marina
- Golf Course Community
- Medical Services
- Somerville High School Rated A-
- Community Stables
- Landscaped Professionally
About This Home
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.
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $9,612
Year Built
- Built in 1900
Lot Details
- Near Conservation Area
- Landscaped Professionally
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
Eco-Friendly Details
- Energy-Efficient Thermostat
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
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 4118042
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include water, sewer, insurance, ground maintenance, snow removal
- 2 Units
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
Map
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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)
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
About the Listing Agent
When crisis hit in 2020, Amy Kirsch didn't just worry - she acted, co-founding Belmont Helps and earning herself a Commonwealth Heroine award in the process. That's Amy in a nutshell: seeing solutions where others see problems, moving at the speed of light while others are still making plans.
A Northeastern grad with a heart of gold and a mind like a steel trap, Amy turned her Human Services degree into a superpower for understanding exactly what her clients need. In a business full of
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Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73431836
APN: SOME-000027-K000000-000021
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