197 Washington St # 308, Somerville MA 02143
Somerville, MA 02143
$845,000
Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$850,000
Final Sale Price:
$845,000
Difference:
$5,000 (-0.6%)
Performance Metrics
99.4%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
24
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$802
Sale $/sq ft:
$797
This property sold for $797 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 0.6% below the original asking price.
With only 24 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
Nearby Sales Comparison
Based on 26 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days
This Property
$797/sq ft
Area Average
$548/sq ft
Difference
+45.6%
This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.
About this home
Welcome to vibrant Union Square! This sun-drenched south facing 2 Bedroom 2 Bath condo offers an open floor plan with floor to ceiling windows. The rooftop lounge with breathtaking city views leads to the common roof deck. Amenities include a gym, elevator, covered parking, private storage and first floor cafe. Step outside and experience all that Union Square has to offer. Conveniently situated between 2 planned Green line T stops.
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Property History
Market Insights
99.5%
Price Range
26
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Current Active Listing - MLS #73557441
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Currently Listed
Jul 31, 2026
$4,300
MLS #73557441 - Active
Sold
Jan 14, 2021
$845,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 26
Listed for Sale
Nov 18, 2020
$850,000
Original listing
Agent: Ralph Smith Jr.
Office: Compass
Previous Transaction - MLS #71985081
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Jul 11, 2016
$716,500
MLS #71985081
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/31/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $4,300 | - | - | MLS #73557441 - Active |
| 01/14/2021 | ✓ Sold | $845,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 11/18/2020 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $850,000 | - | - | Original listing |
| 07/11/2016 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $716,500 | - | - | MLS #71985081 |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $7,705 | $763,600 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$7,705
Tax Year 2020
HOA Fee
$530
Monthly
Assessed Value
$763,600
Facts & Features
1 Car Garage
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
2015
Living Area
1,060 sq ft
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
2
Total Rooms
4
Interior
Heating
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Wood, Tile
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
None
Basement
N
Laundry
In Unit
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
Rubber
Features
Deck - Roof, City View(s)
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Deck - Roof
Parking
Garage Spaces
1
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Carport
Total Spaces
1
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range
Financial
Annual Tax
$7,705
Assessed Value
$763,600
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$530 Monthly
Fee Includes
Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Snow Removal, Trash
Amenities
Elevator(s)
Optional Fee Includes
None
Pets
Yes
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Low-Rise"]
Unit/Building
308
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
26 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
2015
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,060 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
1
Entry Level
3
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
FeaturesYes
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchDeck - Roof
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:
Wood, Tile
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
N
Laundry:
In Unit
Security:
Intercom
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
2015
Structure Type:
Low-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Rubber
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Heating Zones:
1
Cooling:
Central Air
Cooling Zones:
1
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Deck - Roof, City View(s)
Patio & Porch:
Deck - Roof
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
1
Total Parking Spaces:
1
Parking Features:
Carport
Special Features
View:
Yes
View Type:
City
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping
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
0.4 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
0.5 mi
|
#245 of 352
|
Score: 37.0
Improved 6 spots from last year
-21.2 below state avg
747 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
C-
Winter Hill Community School
0.6 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
St. Theresa of the Child Jesus School
1.0 mi
Grades PK-08
C+
Arthur D Healey School
1.2 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
A
John F Kennedy School
1.4 mi
|
#50 of 352
|
Score: 56.7
Improved 5 spots from last year
-1.5 below state avg
439 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
Capuano Early Childhood Center
0.3 mi
250 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-01
A+
Benjamin G Brown School
1.7 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
2.2 mi
Grades PK-K
Middle Schools
1 school
Next Wave Junior High School
0.5 mi
16 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
High Schools
2 schools
F
Full Circle High School
0.5 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
0.5 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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197 Washington St # 308, Somerville MA 02143
Somerville, MA 02143
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Ralph Smith Jr.
Listing Office
Compass
Office Phone
617-206-3333
Agent MLS ID
BB910363
Office MLS ID
AN2383
Listing Data Updated
Jan 15, 2021 8:28 AM EST
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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