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161 Lowell Street # 1, Somerville MA 02143

Somerville, MA 02143
$1,120,000
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,236
Sq Ft
$501
Price/Sq Ft
1920
Year Built
1
Parking
2
Days on Market
Closed Listed Aug 27, 2021 • MLS# 72887343 Copied! • Updated Oct 18, 2021

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 27 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$501/sq ft
Area Average
$292/sq ft
Difference
+71.3%

This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.

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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Property History

Market Insights

10.6%
Price Range
3
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Previous Transaction - MLS #73476808
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
May 22, 2026
$1,230,000
MLS #73476808
Sold
Oct 18, 2021
$1,120,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 3
🏠
Listed for Sale
Aug 27, 2021
$1,100,000
Original listing
Agent: Liz & Ellie Local Office: Compass

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

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
Features Off Street, Tandem
Total Spaces 1
Electric 100 Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None
Annual Tax $2,770
Assessed Value $1,046,600

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $240 Monthly
Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Pets Yes w/ Restrictions
Seller Disclosures Taxes Are Based On The Current Assessment Of The Property As A Two-family And Will Be Shared According To The Percentage Interest (50/50) Until New Assessments Are Done. Condo Fees Are Estimated. Parking Is Tandem; One Car Per Unit, And This Unit Has The Inside Spot.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["2\/3 Family"]
Unit/Building 1
Sq Ft Source Owner
Documents None
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 3 days

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

Room Details

First Floor

Bathroom1
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Dining Room
Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting
Kitchen
Flooring - Hardwood, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove, Lighting - Pendant
Living Room
Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting
Master Bedroom
Bathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting

Basement Floor

Bedroom3
Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Bathroom2
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Bedroom2
Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Bathroom3
Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Family Room
Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting

Other Floor

Bedroom5
Bedroom4
Office
Master Bathroom
Yes

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
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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161 Lowell Street # 1, Somerville MA 02143

Somerville, MA 02143

Listing Information

Listing Agent Liz & Ellie Local
Listing Office Compass
Office Phone 617-303-0067
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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