42 Bow St # 5, Somerville MA 02143
Somerville, MA 02143 • Union Square
$800,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$799,900
Final Sale Price:
$800,000
Difference:
+$100 (+0.0%)
Performance Metrics
100.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
16
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$861
Sale $/sq ft:
$861
This property sold for $861 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 0.0% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.
With only 16 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
Nearby Sales Comparison
Based on 50 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days
This Property
$861/sq ft
Area Median
$670/sq ft
Difference
+28.6%
This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.
About this home
NEW CONSTRUCTION PENTHOUSE CONDO in the HEART OF UNION SQUARE! Everything is at your doorstep. This condo is in an amazing location. Walk out your door, day or night to the newly built Bow Market which features 30+ independent food, art, retail shops around a public courtyard. Enjoy a beer at Remnant Brewery after work or skip the line at the Neighborhood Resturant for brunch! The exterior blends historic Victorian charm to make this property stand out among the rest. The open concept living, architectural details, gas fireplace are unparalleled. The gourmet kitchen is a chef's dream, featuring Jenn Air professional appliances, custom white shaker style cabinetry, and quartz countertops. The Master Suite is a dream with a full bath featuring a dual vanity and a walk-in shower. This unit has 1 off-street parking spot, has easy access to all major routes and Downtown Boston and steps to the proposed green line. Welcome to 42 Bow!
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Property History
Market Insights
3.6%
Price Range
18
Total Days on Market
Property Timeline
Current Active Listing - MLS #73481827
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Currently Listed
Mar 3, 2026
$830,000
MLS #73481827 - Active
Sold
Apr 9, 2019
$800,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 18
Listed for Sale
Jan 31, 2019
$799,900
Original listing
Agent: Santana Team
Office: Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/03/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $830,000 | - | - | MLS #73481827 - Active |
| 04/09/2019 | ✓ Sold | $800,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 01/31/2019 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $799,900 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | $10,204 | $902,200 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$10,204
Tax Year 2018
HOA Fee
$100
Monthly
Assessed Value
$902,200
Facts & Features
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1900
Living Area
929 sq ft
Lot Size
0.12 acres
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
2
Total Rooms
4
Interior
Heating
Central
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Hardwood
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
1
Basement
N
Laundry
In Unit
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
None
Roof
Shingle
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Features
Off Street, Assigned
Total Spaces
1
Utilities
Electric
Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range
Financial
Annual Tax
$10,204
Assessed Value
$902,200
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$100 Monthly
Fee Includes
Insurance, Reserve Funds
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Pets
Yes w/ Restrictions
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Seller Never Lived On The Property. Square Footage And Condo Fees Are Approximate. Seller Will Not Negotiate Any Discrepancies. Taxes Reflect Property As A Multi-family. Seller Will Touch Up Exterior Paint When Weather Permits.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Duplex"]
Unit/Building
5
Sq Ft Source
Unit Floor Plan
Documents
Floor Plans (1)
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
18 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1900
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
929 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
1
Entry Level
3
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
FeaturesYes
Display Options
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
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:
Hardwood
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows:
Insulated Windows
Basement:
N
Laundry:
In Unit
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1900
Effective Year (Renovated):
2019
Structure Type:
Duplex
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Central
Heating Zones:
1
Cooling:
Central Air
Cooling Zones:
1
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Thermostat
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
1
Parking Features:
Off Street, Assigned
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
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
9 schools
B+
Albert F. Argenziano School at Lincoln Park
0.2 mi
|
#134 of 352
|
Score: 45.7
Improved 40 spots from last year
-12.6 below state avg
553 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
C+
East Somerville Community School
0.6 mi
|
#245 of 352
|
Score: 37.0
Improved 6 spots from last year
-21.2 below state avg
747 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
St. Theresa of the Child Jesus School
0.7 mi
Grades PK-08
C-
Winter Hill Community School
0.7 mi
|
#287 of 352
|
Score: 32.6
Dropped 15 spots from last year
-25.7 below state avg
388 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
A
John F Kennedy School
1.1 mi
|
#50 of 352
|
Score: 56.7
Improved 5 spots from last year
-1.5 below state avg
439 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
C+
Arthur D Healey School
1.1 mi
|
#236 of 352
|
Score: 37.5
Improved 27 spots from last year
-20.7 below state avg
482 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
Capuano Early Childhood Center
0.6 mi
250 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-01
A+
Benjamin G Brown School
1.4 mi
|
#78 of 824
|
Score: 60.5
Dropped 61 spots from last year
+2.3 above state avg
219 students
Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
Tufts Educational Day Care Center
1.9 mi
Grades PK-K
Middle Schools
1 school
Next Wave Junior High School
0.4 mi
16 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
High Schools
2 schools
F
Full Circle High School
0.4 mi
|
#344 of 346
|
Score: 17.3
Improved 22 spots from last year
-40.9 below state avg
67 students
Diverse
Rising School
Career Tech Programs
College Ready Curriculum
Diverse Student Body
Grades 09-12
B+
Somerville High School
0.4 mi
|
#131 of 346
|
Score: 57.1
Improved 111 spots from last year
-1.1 below state avg
1,394 students
Diverse
17 sports
• 1,566 athletes
Rising School
Career Tech Programs
Strong Athletics
Diverse Student Body
Grades 09-12
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Neighborhood
Union Square
42 Bow St # 5, Somerville MA 02143
Somerville, MA 02143
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Santana Team
Listing Office
Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest
Office Phone
617-497-8900
Agent MLS ID
TM008732
Office MLS ID
BB5474
Listing Data Updated
Apr 10, 2019 8:18 AM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.
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