FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Upgraded, Remodeled
LevelSecond
42 Bow Street # 4, Somerville MA 02143
Somerville, MA 02143 • Union Square
$910,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$949,000
Final Sale Price:
$910,000
Difference:
$39,000 (-4.1%)
Performance Metrics
95.9%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
43
Days on Market
Average time
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$1,001
Sale $/sq ft:
$960
This property sold for $960 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 4.1% below the original asking price.
The property spent 43 days on market before selling.
About this home
Welcome home to 42 Bow Street located in heart of Union Square! Gorgeous condo situated in a victorian complex that was expanded on and completely renovated in 2019. Open-concept living at its finest maximizing space and function! The unit features a gourmet kitchen with Jenn Air appliances, gas cooking, quartz countertops, and a separate dining area. Your living room offers coffered ceilings, architectural details, gas fireplace, and wide plank oak floors. Generous sized primary suite with ensuite full bathroom complete with a dual vanity ,walk-in shower, and a private balcony. Generous sized second bedroom, additional full bathroom and in unit laundry. This unit has one off-street parking spot, easy access to all major routes and Downtown Boston, and steps to the new Union Square green line T.
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Price & Status History
Market Insights
99.6%
Price Range
45
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Current Active Listing - MLS #73591640
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Currently Listed
Oct 16, 2026
$4,000
MLS #73591640 - Active
Sold
Aug 14, 2023
$910,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 45
Listed for Sale
May 18, 2023
$915,000
Original listing
Agent: Francis J. Curran
Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Westwood
Previous Transaction - MLS #72445485
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Apr 1, 2019
$790,000
MLS #72445485
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/16/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $4,000 | - | - | MLS #73591640 - Active |
| 08/14/2023 | ✓ Sold | $910,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 05/18/2023 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $915,000 | - | - | Original listing |
| 04/01/2019 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $790,000 | - | - | MLS #72445485 |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $8,195 | $9,999 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$8,195
Tax Year 2023
HOA Fee
$164
Monthly
Assessed Value
$9,999
Facts & Features
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1900
Living Area
948 sq ft
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
2
Total Rooms
5
Interior
Heating
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Wood, Tile, Hardwood
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
Living Room
Fireplaces
1
Basement
N
Laundry
Second Floor, In Unit
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
None
Roof
Shingle, Rubber
Features
Deck, Deck - Wood
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Deck, Deck - Wood
Parking
Features
Off Street, Assigned, Deeded
Total Spaces
1
Utilities
Electric
Circuit Breakers
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range, For Gas Oven
Financial
Annual Tax
$8,195
Assessed Value
$9,999
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$164 Monthly
Fee Includes
Insurance, Reserve Funds
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Owner-Occupied Units
3
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Currently Rented Through July, But Could Be Made Available Earlier. If Buyer Is Owner Occupant, Complex Will Be 4/5 Owner Occupied, Island In Kitchen Belongs To Tenant
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["2\/3 Family"]
Unit/Building
4
Sq Ft Source
Master Deed
Documents
Master Deed, Unit Deed (2)
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
45 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1900
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
948 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
1
Entry Level
3
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Remodeled
LevelSecond
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
LevelSecond
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Balcony - Exterior, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting
LevelSecond
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, Chair Rail, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Wainscoting
LevelMain,Second
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Kitchen Island, Cabinets - Upgraded, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove
LevelMain,Second
FeaturesCoffered Ceiling(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Cable Hookup, Chair Rail, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Wainscoting, Decorative Molding
LevelMain,Second
FeaturesYes
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchDeck, Deck - Wood
Room Markers
BABathroom (3)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
BRBedroom (2)
LLiving (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, Hardwood
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Insulated Windows
Basement:
N
Laundry:
Second Floor, In Unit
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1900
Effective Year (Renovated):
2019
Structure Type:
2/3 Family
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle, Rubber
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Utilities & Systems
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, Deck - Wood
Patio & Porch:
Deck, Deck - Wood
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
1
Parking Features:
Off Street, Assigned, Deeded
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Living Room
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Highway Access, 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
|
#137 of 352
|
Score: 45.4
Improved 37 spots from last year
-12.8 below state avg
548 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
C+
East Somerville Community School
0.6 mi
|
#244 of 352
|
Score: 36.9
Improved 7 spots from last year
-21.3 below state avg
743 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
|
#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
A
John F Kennedy School
1.1 mi
|
#49 of 352
|
Score: 57.2
Improved 6 spots from last year
-1 below state avg
474 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
C+
Arthur D Healey School
1.1 mi
|
#237 of 352
|
Score: 37.4
Improved 26 spots from last year
-20.8 below state avg
461 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
Capuano Early Childhood Center
0.6 mi
240 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-01
A+
Benjamin G Brown School
1.4 mi
|
#82 of 825
|
Score: 60.2
Dropped 65 spots from last year
+2 above state avg
230 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
11 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
High Schools
2 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
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Neighborhood
Union Square
42 Bow Street # 4, Somerville MA 02143
Somerville, MA 02143
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Francis J. Curran
Listing Office
Coldwell Banker Realty - Westwood
Office Phone
781-320-0550
Agent MLS ID
BB980244
Office MLS ID
AN6243
Listing Data Updated
Aug 22, 2023 3:55 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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