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$1,095,000
House - Off Market

59 Boston St

Somerville, MA 02143
bedrooms
5 Beds
bathrooms
2 Baths, 1 Half Bath
$1,436,136
RealtyHop Estimate
44.34%
Since May 1, 2019
MA-Boston
Primary Model

About This Property

Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a beautiful Victorian single family home in historic Prospect Hill, one of Somerville's most desirable neighborhoods. Live one block from the site of where the first American flag was raised. A nearby sprawling park with playground is a local favorite. Bring your own renovation ideas or move right in. 3 floors of living space. The 1st floor boasts proper living & dining rooms, an eat-in kitchen, a full size family room, and a half bath. The 2nd floor is comprised of 3 bedrooms and a full bath. One of the bedrooms has an attached study that would make a perfect master bath. The sunny top floor has two more bedrooms. House features include: antique tin ceilings, decorative fireplace, southern yellow pine floors, in-unit washer/dryer, a brand new boiler, driveway parking for 2+ cars, breezy front and back porches, and a pleasing back yard w/ patio. Super close to trendy Union Sq and 2 future Green Line stops. Easy access to Boston and beyond.
Unit Size
-
Days on Market
54 days
Land Size
0.08 acres
Price per sqft
-
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
$710
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1890
Last updated: 2 years ago (MLSPIN #72458151)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Apr 23, 2019 Sold to Kathleen J Seward, Liam J S... $1,095,000
Sold to Kathleen J Seward, Liam J S...
Mar 7, 2019 No longer available -
No longer available
Feb 27, 2019 Listed by Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge $995,000
Listed by Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge

Property Highlights

Parking Available
Fireplace

Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1890
  • Effective Year Built: 1890
  • Building Count: 1
  • Total Rooms: 9
  • Bedroom Count: 5
  • Bathroom Count: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bathrooms: 2
  • Building Condition: Average
  • Building Style: Conventional
  • Exterior Walls Type: Alum/Vinyl siding
  • Roof Shape Type: Gable
  • Roof Cover Type: Asphalt
  • Floor Count: 3
  • Living Units: 1
  • Basement Type: Full basement
  • Basement Area: 0
  • Garage Type: Garage
  • Parking Space Count: 2

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 3,564
  • Total Building Area: 2,185
  • Gross Building Area: 3,563
  • Building Area: 2,185
  • Building Area Measurement: Living Area

    Heating and Cooling

  • Air Conditioning: unknown
  • Heating: Hot water
  • Heated Square Feet: 2,185
  • Heating Fuel Type: Gas

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: unknown
  • Water Service: unknown

Building

  • Property Class: Residential
  • Land Acres: 0.082
  • Standard Land Use Code: Single family residential

Ownership

  • Current Owner : SEWARD LIAM J
  • Current Owner 2: SEWARD KATHLEEN J
  • Previous Owner : BENNETT ELLEN T
  • Previous Owner 2: CROSS JEROME P
  • Owner Before Previous Owner: BENNETT ELLEN T
  • Is Owner Occupied: Owner-occupied property

Neighborhood

  • School District Name: Somerville School District
  • School Tax School District: SOMERVILLE SD
  • Census Tract: 351300

Zoning

  • Zoning: RA

Geography

  • Account Number: 3158201
  • District: 274
  • Parcel: SOME M:80 B:A L:14
  • Block: A
  • Lot: 14
  • Municipality: SOMERVILLE
  • Latitude: 42.3828
  • Longitude: -71.0929

    Address

  • Full Address: 59 Boston St
  • Address - House Number: 59
  • Address - Street Name: Boston
  • Address - Suffix Type: St
  • State: MA
  • City Name: Somerville
  • Carrier Code: C022
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 2035
  • Zip Code: 02143

Valuation

    Tax

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Amount: $11,556

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.2263
  • Valuation Date: Mar 13, 2024
  • Confidence Score: 68
  • Final Value: 1,500,055
  • High Value: 1,839,610
  • Low Value: 1,160,501

    Open Liens

  • Total Open Liens: 3
  • Total Open Liens Amount: $642,626
  • First Open Lien Mortgage Lender: ROCKLAND TRUST CO
  • First Open Lien Mortgage Recording Date: Apr 23, 2019
  • First Open Lien Mortgage Loan Amount: $300,000
  • First Open Lien Mortgage Term: 360
  • First Open Lien Mortgage Position: 1
  • First Open Lien Mortgage Loan Type: New Conventional
  • First Open Lien Mortgage Loan Due Date: Apr 23, 2049
  • Second Open Lien Mortgage Lender: QUICKEN LOANS INC
  • Second Open Lien Mortgage Recording Date: Mar 02, 2021
  • Second Open Lien Mortgage Loan Amount: $300,330
  • Second Open Lien Mortgage Term: 240
  • Second Open Lien Mortgage Position: 2
  • Second Open Lien Mortgage Loan Type: Stand Alone Refi (Refinance of Original Loan)
  • Second Open Lien Mortgage Loan Due Date: Apr 01, 2041
  • Third Open Lien Mortgage Lender: FIGURE LENDING LCC
  • Third Open Lien Mortgage Recording Date: Nov 30, 2023
  • Third Open Lien Mortgage Loan Amount: $42,296
  • Third Open Lien Mortgage Term: 360
  • Third Open Lien Mortgage Position: 3
  • Third Open Lien Mortgage Loan Type: Stand Alone Refi (Refinance of Original Loan)
  • Third Open Lien Mortgage Loan Due Date: Dec 01, 2053

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2024
  • Assessed Total Value: $1,098,500
  • Assessed Land Value: $595,200
  • Assessed Improvements Value: $503,300

    Sales

  • Current Sale Contract Date: Apr 22, 2019
  • Current Sale Recording Date: Apr 23, 2019
  • Current Sale Transaction ID: 11602530671
  • Current Sale Price: $1,095,000
  • Current Sale Document Type: Quit Claim Deed (arm's length)
  • Current Sale Input Document Number: 50180
  • Previous Sale Recording Date: Jun 23, 2015
  • Previous Sale Document Type: Deed

    Last Sale Mortgage

  • First Mortgage Lender: ROCKLAND TRUST CO
  • First Mortgage Transaction Date: Apr 23, 2019
  • First Mortgage Loan Amount: $300,000
  • First Mortgage Terms: 360
  • First Mortgage Loan Type: New Conventional



Comparables

Unit
Status
Type
Beds
Baths
ft²
Price/ft²
Asking Price
Listed On
Closing Price
Sold On
HOA + Taxes
House
5 Beds
1 Bath
-
$1,015,000 Jul 16, 2020
$1,015,000 Sep 17, 2020
$721/mo
House
5 Beds
2 Baths
-
$850,000 May 28, 2014
$850,000 Jul 15, 2014
$398/mo
Multifamily
5 Beds
4 Baths
-
$809,000 May 31, 2005
$809,000 Jul 22, 2005
$486/mo
Multifamily
5 Beds
2 Baths
-
$950,000 Oct 12, 2016
$950,000 Dec 13, 2016
$686/mo
Multifamily
5 Beds
4 Baths
-
$775,000 Mar 23, 2007
$775,000 May 31, 2007
$630/mo
Multifamily
5 Beds
2 Baths
-
$930,000 Nov 8, 2018
$930,000 Feb 5, 2019
$693/mo
In Contract
House
6 Beds
3 Baths
-
$975,000 Jul 20, 2022
-
$711/mo
In Contract
House
2 Beds
2 Baths
-
$849,900 Sep 21, 2022
-
$774/mo
House
2 Beds
3 Baths
-
$1,050,000 Mar 2, 2023
-
$670/mo
In Contract
Multifamily
4 Beds
2 Baths
-
$800,000 Jan 10, 2023
-
$525/mo
Condo
3 Beds
2 Baths
-
$995,000 Feb 13, 2023
-
$988/mo
In Contract
Multifamily
6 Beds
2 Baths
-
$999,000 Jan 18, 2023
-
$777/mo

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was property at 59 Boston Street built and last sold?
The property at 59 Boston Street was built in 1890 and last sold on Apr 22, 2019 for $1,095,000.
How much is this home worth?
The estimated value of the home located at 59 Boston Street is $1,004,950.
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