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42 Michigan Avenue # 42, Somerville MA 02145

Somerville, MA 02145 • East Somerville
$940,000
Est. $5,462/month
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,694
Sq Ft
$555
Price/Sq Ft
1910
Year Built
10
Days on Market
Closed Listed Mar 17, 2025 • MLS# 73346400 Copied!

About this home

Nestled on a quiet leafy street, this sprawling upper two-story condo will take your breath away with open, airy living space with vaulted ceilings, three private porches, an exclusive use driveway — and ample room to grow! Plentiful windows bring in abundant natural light on both floors. The generous, sunny main level features an open concept with separate kitchen, dining, and living spaces, plus two private porches and a half bath. The roomy kitchen has stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and a gas range. Upstairs are three large bedrooms, a sizable full bathroom, and side-by-side laundry closet. The bedrooms and bathroom feature vaulted ceilings, large windows, plentiful storage, and a custom Elfa closet in the primary. Last, but not least, enjoy the private porch off the primary bedroom, perfect for reading and sipping your morning brew. Conveniently located in vibrant East Somerville, enjoy the proximity to shopping, dining, and transit!

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner N/A

Land Use

Use Code 995
Description N/A
Style Condominium

Tax Information

Assessed Value $0
Tax Rate $10.52 per $1,000

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2025 $0 $580,900 $580,900

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Jun 30, 2020 $100 75013/0538
Jun 24, 2016 $541,000 67496/0172

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 (87.1% confidence) · Data as of Mar 8, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1910
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,694 sq ft
Total Rooms
6
Stories
3
Entry Level
2

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $849,000
Final Sale Price: $940,000
Difference: +$91,000 (+10.7%)
Performance Metrics
110.7%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
10
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $501
Sale $/sq ft: $555
This property sold for $555 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 10.7% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 10 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 10 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$555/sq ft
Area Average
$264/sq ft
Difference
+110.2%

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

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1910
Living Area 1,694 sq ft
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 6

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling None
Flooring Tile, Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Basement Y
Laundry Third Floor, In Unit
Features Sun Room

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture None
Roof Shingle
Features Porch, Porch - Enclosed, Deck, Deck - Wood, Balcony, Storage
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Porch, Enclosed, Deck, Deck - Wood

Parking

Features Off Street, Paved, Exclusive Parking
Total Spaces 4

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range

Financial

Annual Tax $2,504
Assessed Value $621,000

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features: Sun Room
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Y
Laundry: Third Floor, In Unit
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1910
Effective Year (Renovated): 2002
Structure Type: 2/3 Family
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation:
Stories: 3

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 2
Cooling: None
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features: Thermostat

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch, Porch - Enclosed, Deck, Deck - Wood, Balcony, Storage
Patio & Porch: Porch, Enclosed, Deck, Deck - Wood
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Off Street, Paved, Exclusive Parking

Location

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Neighborhood

East Somerville

42 Michigan Avenue # 42, Somerville MA 02145

Somerville, MA 02145

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
C-
Winter Hill Community School
0.3 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
0.3 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+
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
1.1 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
St. Theresa of the Child Jesus School
1.3 mi
Grades PK-08
A
John F Kennedy School
1.7 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
0.5 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
2.3 mi
Grades PK-K
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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Property Tax $209
Homeowners Insurance $200
HOA Fee $300/mo
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Year 15
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Property History

Market Insights

9.7%
Price Range
11
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Apr 29, 2025
$940,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 11
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Listed for Sale
Mar 17, 2025
$849,000
Original listing
Agent: The Denman Group Office: Compass

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Mar 17, 2025 New Listing Added $849,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
10 days
Price per Sq Ft
$555

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $2,504 $621,000

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$2,504
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$300
Monthly
Assessed Value
$621,000

Listing Information

Listing Agent The Denman Group
Listing Office Compass
Agent MLS ID TM359011
Office MLS ID AN2606
Listing Data Updated Apr 29, 2025 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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