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161 Lowell Street # 1, Somerville MA 02143

Somerville, MA 02143
$1,120,000
Est. $6,334/month
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,236
Sq Ft
$501
Price/Sq Ft
1920
Year Built
2
Days on Market
Closed Listed Aug 27, 2021 • MLS# 72887343 Copied!

About this home

Spectacular renovation with a generous layout and luxury finishes. Entering this two-story first-level unit, you are greeted with an expansive open living and dining area, complete with bay windows and an elegant gas fireplace with mantle. The open kitchen is beautiful, with quartz countertops, grey and white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a waterfall breakfast bar with pendant lighting. Plenty of storage space is available, including a convenient pantry and closet. The primary bedroom with an elegant tile bathroom is on this level. Downstairs, an airy and open space offers a myriad of possible uses: family room, home office, media room, and more. The two bedrooms have plenty of light and share a full bathroom with double vanity. One-car parking, central air, and exclusive yard with direct access.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner APARICIO HUGO AND JENNIFER
Mailing Address 161 LOWELL ST #2, SOMERVILLE, MA, 02143

Land Use

Use Code 1020
Description N/A
Zoning NR
Style Fam Conv

Tax Information

Assessed Value $1,237,000
Tax Rate $10.52 per $1,000
Base Tax $13,013
CPA Surcharge 1.5% ($179)
Estimated Annual Tax $13,193

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2025 $0 $1,237,000 $1,237,000

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Oct 18, 2021 $1,120,000 78933/0301
Sep 30, 2021 $1,300,000 78814/0245

Municipal Context: SOMERVILLE

Median Home Value $785,000
Avg SF Tax Bill $6,700
Residential Tax Rate $10.52/1000
CPA Surcharge 1.5%
County Middlesex
Match: geocode_proximity (89.7% confidence) · Data as of Mar 8, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1920
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
2,236 sq ft
Total Rooms
7
Stories
2
Entry Level
1

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,100,000
Final Sale Price: $1,120,000
Difference: +$20,000 (+1.8%)
Performance Metrics
101.8%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
2
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $492
Sale $/sq ft: $501
This property sold for $501 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 1.8% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 2 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 20 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$501/sq ft
Area Average
$532/sq ft
Difference
5.9%

This property sold near the area average for similar homes.

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1920
Living Area 2,236 sq ft
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 7

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Tile, Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement Y
Laundry In Basement, In Unit
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features Deck - Composite, Fenced Yard
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced
Patio/Porch Deck - Composite

Parking

Features Off Street, Tandem
Total Spaces 1

Utilities

Electric 100 Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $2,770
Assessed Value $1,046,600

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: Y
Laundry: In Basement, In Unit
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1920
Structure Type: 2/3 Family
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories: 2

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 - Composite, Fenced Yard
Patio & Porch: Deck - Composite
Fencing: Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Off Street, Tandem

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Living Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Public School, T-Station, University

Location

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Neighborhood

161 Lowell Street # 1, Somerville MA 02143

Somerville, MA 02143

Walkability

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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
E

Elementary Schools

9 schools
St. Theresa of the Child Jesus School
0.2 mi
Grades PK-08
A
John F Kennedy School
0.4 mi | #50 of 352 | Score: 56.7
Improved 5 spots from last year
-1.5 below state avg
439 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
C+
Arthur D Healey School
0.9 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
B+
Albert F. Argenziano School at Lincoln Park
0.9 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-
Winter Hill Community School
1.1 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
C+
East Somerville Community School
1.1 mi | #245 of 352 | Score: 37.0
Improved 6 spots from last year
-21.2 below state avg
747 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
A+
Benjamin G Brown School
0.6 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
1.1 mi
Grades PK-K
Capuano Early Childhood Center
1.2 mi
250 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-01
M

Middle Schools

1 school
Next Wave Junior High School
0.7 mi
16 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

2 schools
F
Full Circle High School
0.7 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
0.7 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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Homeowners Insurance $200
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Property History

Market Insights

11.6%
Price Range
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Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73476808
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Currently Listed
Feb 12, 2026
$1,245,000
MLS #73476808 - Active
Sold
Oct 18, 2021
$1,120,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 3
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Listed for Sale
Aug 27, 2021
$1,100,000
Original listing
Agent: Liz & Ellie Local Office: Compass

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Apr 9, 2026 Sold $1,245,000
Aug 27, 2021 New Listing Added $1,100,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
2 days
Price per Sq Ft
$501

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2022 $2,770 $1,046,600

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$2,770
Tax Year 2022
HOA Fee
$240
Monthly
Assessed Value
$1,046,600

Listing Information

Listing Agent Liz & Ellie Local
Listing Office Compass
Agent MLS ID TM321788
Office MLS ID AN2606
Listing Data Updated Oct 18, 2021 1:57 PM 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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