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1 Summer St # 3, Somerville MA 02143

Somerville, MA 02143 • Union Square
$810,000
1
Beds
1
Baths
1,269
Sq Ft
$638
Price/Sq Ft
1858
Year Built
1
Garage Space
95
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 4, 2024 • MLS# 73285116 Copied! • Updated Dec 23, 2024

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $885,000
Final Sale Price: $810,000
Difference: $75,000 (-8.5%)
Performance Metrics
91.5%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
95
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $697
Sale $/sq ft: $638
This property sold for $638 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 8.5% below the original asking price.

At 95 days on market, this property took longer than average to sell.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 28 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$638/sq ft
Area Average
$393/sq ft
Difference
+62.5%

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

About this home

Step into a truly unique residence where history meets modern luxury. Originally a Gothic Revival church, this building was transformed into seven exclusive condos in 2005, preserving dramatic details like soaring ceilings, 8-ft pointed Gothic arched windows, and exposed brick. Unit #3 stands out with over 1,200 sq ft across two levels, featuring an open living area, a modern kitchen with granite counters, stainless steel appliances, and a spacious pantry. The lofted space, accessed by a spiral staircase, is perfect for an office or retreat, while the cozy bedroom with exposed brick overlooks the living space below. In-unit laundry, a tiled bath, and heated garage parking add convenience. The vibrant, close-knit community within the building fosters a supportive atmosphere, while the surrounding neighborhood buzzes with top-rated restaurants, boutique shops, and cultural events. Enjoy the historic details, modern features, and dynamic neighborhood that make this home one of a kind.

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Property History

Market Insights

12.1%
Price Range
96
Total Days on Market
2
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Sold
Dec 23, 2024
$810,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 96
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Listed for Sale
Sep 4, 2024
$825,000
Original listing
Agent: Evelyn Jones Yamauchi Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
Previous Transaction - MLS #72828812
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Jul 16, 2021
$752,000
MLS #72828812
Previous Transaction - MLS #72252271
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Dec 22, 2017
$725,000
MLS #72252271

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $7,602 $722,600

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$7,602
Tax Year 2024
HOA Fee
$536
Monthly
Assessed Value
$722,600

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1858
Living Area 1,269 sq ft
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 4

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Basement Y
Laundry Second Floor, In Unit
Features Closet, Open Floorplan, Entrance Foyer

Exterior

Construction Brick
Architecture None
Roof Slate, Rubber
Features Fenced Yard
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced
Patio/Porch None
Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Under, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Deeded, Off Street
Total Spaces 1
Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Gas Oven
Annual Tax $7,602
Assessed Value $722,600

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $536 Monthly
Fee Includes Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal
Amenities Elevator(s), Garden Area
Optional Fee Includes None
Owner-Occupied Units 7
Seller Disclosures Roof Repaired 2023-association Had A 25k Special Assessment For Gutter/roof Repair, Which Has Already Been Done And Paid For. Projected Hoa Increase Of Roughly 7% Effective 4/2025
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["Mid-Rise","Loft"]
Unit/Building 3
Sq Ft Source Measured
Sq Ft Disclosures Includes lofted bedroom and office/bonus space; master deed shows 1064
Documents Master Deed, Unit Deed, Rules & Regs, Master Plan, Management Association Bylaws, Floor Plans, Association Financial Statements, Certificate Of Insurance (8)
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 96 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1858
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,269 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
2
Entry Level
1

Room Details

First Floor

Bathroom1
9 x 8
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Dining Room
15 x 16
Cathedral Ceiling(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Stained Glass, Open Floorplan
Kitchen
11 x 14
Flooring - Hardwood, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Cabinets - Upgraded, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove
Living Room
11 x 16
Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan

Second Floor

Bedroom2
10 x 9
Flooring - Hardwood
Master Bedroom
10 x 24
Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood

Other Floor

Bedroom5
Bedroom4
Bedroom3
Bathroom2
Bathroom3
Office
Family Room
Master Bathroom

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features: Closet, Open Floorplan, Entrance Foyer
Windows:
Basement: Y
Laundry: Second Floor, In Unit
Security: Intercom

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1858
Effective Year (Renovated): 2005
Structure Type: Mid-Rise, Loft
Exterior Materials: Brick
Roof: Slate, Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 2

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Fenced Yard
Patio & Porch:
Fencing: Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Under, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Deeded, Off Street
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
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
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
0.7 mi
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
1.3 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
1.8 mi
Grades PK-K
M

Middle Schools

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

High Schools

2 schools
F
Full Circle High School
0.3 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
0.3 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

1 Summer St # 3, Somerville MA 02143

Somerville, MA 02143

Listing Information

Listing Agent Evelyn Jones Yamauchi
Listing Office Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
Office Phone 617-864-4430
Agent MLS ID CT000594
Office MLS ID AN6200
Listing Data Updated Dec 23, 2024 6:06 PM 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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