8 Fountain Ave, Somerville MA 02145

Somerville, MA 02145 • East Somerville
$650,000
Est. $3,460/month
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,448
Sq Ft
$449
Price/Sq Ft
0.07
Acres
1900
Year Built
Single Family Residence
Type
29
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 26, 2025 • MLS# 73410606

About this home

Introducing 8 Fountain Ave in Somerville—this classic Colonial awaits its next chapter. Perfect for HOMEOWNERS ready to customize or INVESTORS / DEVELOPERS seeking potential in a well-located East Somerville neighborhood. This home sits on a 2,944 sq ft lot with off-street parking for up to 6 cars. The main level features an open-plan layout with a kitchen that connects to a combined living and dining space, plus a full bath. Upstairs you'll find 3 bedrooms and another full bath, all with hardwood flooring. A walk-up attic provides bonus space for storage or future expansion. The property also features an unfinished basement. Located minutes to the East Somerville Green Line station, Assembly Row, and the shops and restaurants along Broadway. Easy access to I-93, Route 28, and downtown Boston. A rare opportunity to reimagine a single-family in a vibrant neighborhood—don’t miss it!

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $800,000
Final Sale Price: $650,000
Difference: $150,000 (-18.8%)
Performance Metrics
81.3%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
29
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $552
Sale $/sq ft: $449
This property sold for $449 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 18.8% below the original asking price.

With only 29 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Facts & Features

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Property Category
Residential
Year Built
1900
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,448 sq ft
Total Rooms
6

Interior Features

Flooring
Tile, Hardwood
Heating
Central
Has Heating
Yes
Cooling
None
Has Cooling
No
Has Fireplace
No
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator
Interior Features
Bonus Room, Walk-up Attic
Laundry Features
Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Basement Details
Full, Unfinished
Accessibility Features
No

Exterior & Structure

Construction Materials
Frame
Architectural Style
Colonial
Roof
Shingle
Foundation
Stone
Exterior Features
Porch
Patio/Porch Features
Porch
Has Spa
No
View
City View(s)
Has View
Yes
Waterfront Property
No

Lot & Land

Lot Size
0.07 acres
Lot Size
2,944 sq ft
Lot Size Area
0.0700
Road Surface Type
Paved
Road Frontage Type
Public

Parking & Garage

Has Garage
No
Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces
6
Parking Features
Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Utilities & Systems

Utilities Available
for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
Water Source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Electric
Circuit Breakers

Community & HOA

Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station, University
HOA
No
Senior Community
No

Financial & Tax Information

Annual Tax Amount
$8,827
Tax Year
2025
Tax Assessed Value
$809,100
Parcel Number
M:92 B:F L:26,760303
Zoning
RB

Additional Details

Year Built Source
Public Records
Year Built Details
Approximate
Attached Property
No
Exclusions
Washer, Dryer
Listing Terms
Contract

Location

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Neighborhood

East Somerville

8 Fountain Ave, Somerville MA 02145

Somerville, MA 02145

Walkability

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Schools

School information not available

Monthly Payment Calculator

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Estimated Monthly Payment $0

Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $736
Homeowners Insurance $200
PMI $0

Property History

Market Insights

7.1%
Price Range
30
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Sep 2, 2025
$650,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 30
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Listed for Sale
Jul 29, 2025
$700,000
Original listing
Agent: The Rasner Group Office: Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jul 29, 2025 New Listing Added $700,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
29 days
Price per Sq Ft
$449

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $8,827 $809,100

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$8,827
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$809,100

Listing Information

Listing Agent The Rasner Group
Listing Office Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay
Agent MLS ID TM313812
Office MLS ID BB5522

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