17 Macarthur Street # 4, Somerville MA 02143
Somerville, MA 02143 • East Somerville
$799,000
Est. $5,326/month
Estimate assumptions
20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5%, and $200/month estimated insurance.
Includes the supplied property-tax and HOA inputs; missing inputs contribute $0. HOA fees with an unspecified frequency are treated as monthly. PMI and closing costs are excluded.
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About this home
**First Open House Weekend! Sat 10/3 & Sun 10/4, 11 to 1** Brand-new and completely detached, this rare backyard cottage offers the privacy and independence of a freestanding home with the convenience of a condominium. Newly created and thoughtfully designed, it features bright living spaces and an open living concept with white kitchen cabinetry, quartz countertops, and sleek LG appliances. The main level includes a bedroom served by a three-quarter bath. The entire second floor is a spacious primary suite with private bath and covered veranda accessed through oversized sliding glass doors. The lower level offers laundry, a three-quarter bath, and generous flexible space for work, fitness, hobbies, media, or creative pursuits. Exclusive-use outdoor areas surround the home, with wonderful possibilities for gardening, entertaining, relaxing, or creating your own private retreat. A truly distinctive opportunity rarely found in Somerville, conveniently located near Assembly Square, Green and Orange Line MBTA service, dining, shopping, groceries, and all the conveniences of city living.
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Property History
Property Timeline
Listed for Sale
Sep 30, 2026
$799,000
Original listing
Agent: The LIV Group
Office: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/30/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $799,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $9,999 | $999,999 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$9,999
Tax Year 2026
HOA Fee
$253
Monthly
Assessed Value
$999,999
Facts & Features
Central AC
New Construction
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
2026
Living Area
1,307 sq ft
Lot Size
0.08 acres
Stories
3
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
3
Total Rooms
5
Interior
Heating
Electric, Individual, Unit Control, Ductless
Cooling
Central Air, Individual, Unit Control, Ductless
Flooring
Wood, Tile
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Fireplace
None
Basement
N
Laundry
In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
None
Roof
Shingle
Features
Deck - Vinyl, Deck - Composite
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
Security
Patio/Porch
Deck - Vinyl, Deck - Composite
Parking
Features
On Street
Utilities
Electric
Circuit Breakers
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Electric Range, For Electric Oven, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Financial
Annual Tax
$9,999
Assessed Value
$999,999
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$253 Monthly
Fee Includes
Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Reserve Funds
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Pets
Yes w/ Restrictions
MA Disclosures
Lead Paint
Unknown
Seller Disclosures
The Square Footage Is An Estimated Final Number. Owner Is Not Willing To Renegotiate Price Based On Any Square Footage Deviation. *condo Budget And Fees Are All Based On Estimates. A Few Images Are Virtually Staged.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Detached"]
Unit/Building
4
Sq Ft Source
Owner
Sq Ft Disclosures
The square footage is an estimated final number, which may deviate.
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
2026
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
3
Living Area
1,307 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
3
Entry Level
1
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
867 sq ft above grade
440 sq ft below grade
FeaturesYes
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchDeck - Vinyl, Deck - Composite
Room Markers
OOffice (1)
KKitchen (1)
BRBedroom (5)
BABathroom (4)
DDining (1)
LLiving (2)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Wood, Tile
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
N
Laundry:
In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
2026
Effective Year (Renovated):
2026
Structure Type:
Detached
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Stories:
3
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Electric, Individual, Unit Control, Ductless
Heating Zones:
4
Cooling:
Central Air, Individual, Unit Control, Ductless
Cooling Zones:
4
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Deck - Vinyl, Deck - Composite
Patio & Porch:
Deck - Vinyl, Deck - Composite
Fencing:
Security
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Parking Features:
On Street
Nearby Schools
School District
Somerville School District local
B-
School Safety
2024-25
2.5%
Average
1.4%
Suspensions
2.2%
In-School
1.1%
Emergency
3.0% below state avg
Elementary Schools
3 schools
C-
Winter Hill Community School
0.1 mi
|
#291 of 352
|
Score: 32.3
Dropped 19 spots from last year
-25.9 below state avg
361 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
C+
East Somerville Community School
0.2 mi
|
#244 of 352
|
Score: 36.9
Improved 7 spots from last year
-21.3 below state avg
743 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
Capuano Early Childhood Center
0.4 mi
240 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-01
Middle Schools
3 schools
Next Wave Junior High School
0.4 mi
11 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
B-
John J. McGlynn Middle School
1.1 mi
|
#210 of 352
|
Score: 39.9
Improved 26 spots from last year
-18.4 below state avg
439 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
B-
Cambridge Street Upper School
1.2 mi
|
#207 of 352
|
Score: 39.9
Dropped 19 spots from last year
-18.3 below state avg
317 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
High Schools
3 schools
F
Full Circle High School
0.4 mi
|
#334 of 346
|
Score: 23.6
Improved 32 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
60 students
Diverse
Rising School
Career Tech Programs
College Ready Curriculum
Diverse Student Body
Grades 09-12
B+
Somerville High School
0.4 mi
|
#125 of 346
|
Score: 58.3
Improved 117 spots from last year
+0.1 above state avg
1,367 students
Diverse
17 sports
• 1,566 athletes
Strong AP Program
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Career Tech Programs
Grades 09-12
Curtis-Tufts School
1.4 mi
18 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 09-12
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East Somerville
17 Macarthur Street # 4, Somerville MA 02143
Somerville, MA 02143
Listing Information
Listing Agent
The LIV Group
Listing Office
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
Office Phone
617-864-4600
Agent MLS ID
TM317488
Office MLS ID
AN4873
Listing Data Updated
Sep 30, 2026 5:13 PM EDT
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