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Somerville 02145 East Somerville
79 Perkins Street
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Sold on Nov 14, 2025

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Photo of 79 Perkins Street
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$1,200,000
● House - Off Market

79 Perkins Street

Somerville, MA 02145
bedrooms
4 Beds
bathrooms
2 Baths, 1 Half Bath
square feet
2,482 Ft²
$6,676
Est. Monthly
3.74%
Cap Rate

About This Property

Distinctive living awaits in elegant 4-level E. Somerville end-unit Brownstone, a rare single-family residence where timeless craftsmanship & modern comfort converge. This extraordinary home offers versatile space, city views & a new private patio ('23), perfect for outdoor relaxation. Rich woodwork, intricate moldings, decorative medallions, clawfoot tubs, & impressive staircase reflect its character, while an array of thoughtful updates ensure an effortless & economical stylish lifestyle. Open-concept 2nd level, airy & bright, seamlessly connects family room, dining & kitchen, creating an ideal setting for gatherings. 3 BRs await upstairs; downstairs delivers flexible space w/a living room, den & adaptable BR/office. SAY GOODBYE TO HIGH ENERGY BILLS with a new 2-zone Mitsubishi HVAC/Heat Pump ('24) & Sunergy solar panels ('23) owned outright, that deliver low energy costs.Nestled on a tranquil, tree-lined street yet moments from Sullivan Sq. Station & vibrant Broadway conveniences.
Unit Size
2,482 Ft²
Days on Market
-
Land Size
0.03 acres
Price per sqft
$475
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
$882
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1860

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Based on our analysis, the cap rate of this property is 1.25%. A negative cap rate indicates that the property might not be feasible as an income-producing asset. The median cap rate for a near zip code 11238 is 4.23%.

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Last updated: 12 months ago (MLSPIN #73438366)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Nov 14, 2025 Sold
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Sold
Oct 9, 2025 In contract -
In contract
Oct 1, 2025 Listed by RE/MAX Andrew Realty Services $1,180,000
Listed by RE/MAX Andrew Realty Services
Aug 31, 2021 Sold
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Sold
Aug 10, 2021 Listed by RE/MAX Andrew Realty Services $900,000
Listed by RE/MAX Andrew Realty Services
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Property Highlights

Parking Available
Air Conditioning
With View

Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1860
  • Effective Year Built: 1860
  • Building Count: 1
  • Total Rooms: 9
  • Bedroom Count: 5
  • Bathroom Count: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Partial Bathrooms: 3
  • Building Condition: 6
  • Building Quality: 0
  • Construction Type: 0
  • Building Style: 16
  • Exterior Walls Type: 2
  • Interior Walls Type: 0
  • Roof Shape Type: 11
  • Roof Cover Type: 6
  • Floor Count: 300
  • Floor Cover: 0
  • Basement Type: 2
  • Basement Area: 0
  • Garage Type: 0
  • Parking Space Count: 0
  • Patio Type: 0
  • Porch Type: 0
  • Pool Type: 0

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 1,438
  • Total Building Area: 2,108
  • Gross Building Area: 3,012
  • Building Area: 2,108
  • Building Area Measurement: L

    Heating and Cooling

  • Air Conditioning: 0
  • Heating: 4
  • Heated Square Feet: 2,108
  • Heating Fuel Type: 3

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 0
  • Water Service: 0

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Subdivision: SOMERVILLE
  • Land Acres: 0000000033
  • 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: 351403

Zoning

  • Zoning: RB

Geography

  • Account Number: 16525150
  • District: 274
  • Parcel: SOME M:103 B:C L:19
  • Block: C
  • Lot: 19
  • Municipality: SOMERVILLE
  • Latitude: 42.3847
  • Longitude: -71.0795

    Address

  • Full Address: 79 Perkins St
  • Address - House Number: 79
  • Address - Street Name: Perkins
  • Address - Suffix Type: St
  • State: MA
  • City Name: Somerville
  • Carrier Code: C084
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 3316
  • Zip Code: 02145

Valuation

    Tax

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Amount: $1,020,500
  • Initial Tax Delinquent Year: 2022

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.2139
  • Valuation Date: Mar 13, 2024
  • Confidence Score: 70
  • Final Value: 1,216,959
  • High Value: 1,477,366
  • Low Value: 956,551

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2024
  • Assessed Total Value: $970,100
  • Assessed Land Value: $288,700
  • Assessed Improvements Value: $681,400

    Sales

  • Current Sale Contract Date: Jun 21, 2021
  • Current Sale Recording Date: Aug 31, 2021
  • Current Sale Price:
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  • Current Sale Document Type: O
  • Current Sale Input Document Number: 194534
  • Previous Sale Recording Date: Jul 06, 2010
  • Previous Sale Amount: $310,000
  • Previous Sale Document Type: 27
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About East Somerville

Stats & Trends

Median Asking:

$899,000

Sale Price/ft²

$572

Below Asking

0.03%

Average Days on Market

62

Average Home Size

2587 ft²

Average Home Age

92.6 years

Currently For Sale

27 Listings
Based on RH Advisors, Inc. calculations of home data from MLS and/or public records.

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Last Updated: 12 months ago
Data Source: MLS PIN, MLS# 73438366

Frequently Asked Questions

When was property at 79 Perkins Street built and last sold?
The property at 79 Perkins Street was built in 1860 and last sold on Jun 21, 2021 for $1,051,000.
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