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$899,000
● House - Off Market

5 Willow Ave

Somerville, MA 02144
bedrooms
3 Beds
bathrooms
2 Baths
square feet
2,609 Ft²
$1,946,405
RealtyHop Estimate
116.51%
Since Jan 1, 2012
MA-Boston
Primary Model

About This Property

An enchanting urban oasis near vibrant Davis and Porter Squares! Exceptional home offers a thoughtful blend of original details and contemporary updates. Features gorgeous millwork/flrs, handsome fireplace, replacement wndws, large MBR, 2nd fl laundry. Inviting stainless/granite kitchen w/dining area flows to beautiful, over-sized lot w/tremendous outdoor living space: deck, patio, arbor, perennials. Brand new paver driveway leads to RARE 3-CAR GARAGE completing this picture-perfect property.
Unit Size
2,609 Ft²
Days on Market
-
Land Size
0.14 acres
Price per sqft
$345
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
$541
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1900

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Last updated: 4 months ago (MLSPIN #71296914)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Jul 17, 2025 Sold
Sold
May 30, 2025 In contract -
In contract
May 14, 2025 Listed $2,275,000
Listed
Victorian Gem! Enchanting period details thoughtfully blend with modern features in this single family with a peaceful garden nestled between Porter & Davis Square. Relax by the wood stove in double parlor living room w/ pocket doors & beautiful woodwork enveloped in soft warm light. Chef's kitchen w/ custom birch cabinetry, SS appliances & granite counters overlooks private patio designed to entertain with ease. Surrounding garden includes established magnolia, cherry, birch, dogwood, Japanese maple & elm trees. 2nd level covered porch provides serene retreat hidden by lush foliage. Unload provisions from driveway & 3 car garage to covered back porch w/ heated mud room to kitchen. Modern updates throughout include 2 beautiful full baths, home office & large finished laundry. Ideally located a few blocks from Community Path, vibrant cafes & shops. Close to MBTA Red & Green lines in Porter, Davis & Ball Square for convenient commute to Tufts, Lesley, Harvard, MIT and downtown Boston.
Dec 16, 2011 Sold
Sold
Oct 5, 2011 Listed by Waterfield Sotheby's International Realty $899,000
Listed by Waterfield Sotheby's International Realty

Property Highlights

Garage
Parking Available
Air Conditioning
Fireplace

Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1900
  • Effective Year Built: 1900
  • Building Count: 1
  • Total Rooms: 8
  • Bedroom Count: 4
  • Bathroom Count: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Partial Bathrooms: 3
  • Building Condition: 6
  • Building Quality: 0
  • Construction Type: 0
  • Building Style: 15
  • Exterior Walls Type: 19
  • Interior Walls Type: 0
  • Roof Shape Type: 1
  • Roof Cover Type: 15
  • Floor Count: 300
  • Living Units: 1
  • Floor Cover: 0
  • Basement Type: 2
  • Basement Area: 0
  • Garage Type: 7
  • Parking Space Count: 2
  • Patio Type: 0
  • Porch Type: 0
  • Pool Type: 0

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 6,027
  • Total Building Area: 2,876
  • Gross Building Area: 4,596
  • Building Area: 2,876
  • Building Area Measurement: L

    Heating and Cooling

  • Air Conditioning: 13
  • Heating: 16
  • Heated Square Feet: 2,876
  • Heating Fuel Type: 3

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 0
  • Water Service: 0

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Land Acres: 0000000138
  • Standard Land Use Code: 1001
  • County Land Use Code: 101

Neighborhood

  • School District Name: Somerville School District
  • School Tax School District: SOMERVILLE SD
  • Census Tract: 350900

Zoning

  • Zoning: RA

Geography

  • Account Number: 19605082
  • District: 274
  • Parcel: SOME M:30 B:A L:18
  • Block: A
  • Lot: 18
  • Municipality: SOMERVILLE
  • Latitude: 42.3915
  • Longitude: -71.1184

    Address

  • Full Address: 5 Willow Ave
  • Address - House Number: 5
  • Address - Street Name: Willow
  • Address - Suffix Type: Ave
  • State: MA
  • City Name: Somerville
  • Carrier Code: C046
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 3116
  • Zip Code: 02144

Valuation

    Tax

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Amount: $1,881,400

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.1645
  • Valuation Date: Mar 13, 2024
  • Confidence Score: 79
  • Final Value: 1,958,308
  • High Value: 2,280,493
  • Low Value: 1,636,122

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2024
  • Assessed Total Value: $1,788,400
  • Assessed Land Value: $817,000
  • Assessed Improvements Value: $971,400

    Sales

  • Current Sale Recording Date: Dec 16, 2011
  • Current Sale Price:
  • Current Sale Document Type: 27
  • Current Sale Input Document Number: 00000022

    Financing

  • First Mortgage Financing Type: ADJ
Data used for valuation calculations is provided by RealtyHop, and other third party sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was property at 5 Willow Avenue built and last sold?
The property at 5 Willow Avenue was built in 1900 and last sold on Jan 1, 1970 for $899,000.
How much is this home worth?
The estimated value of the home located at 5 Willow Avenue is $2,235,293.
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