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197 Washington St. # 207, Somerville MA 02143

Somerville, MA 02143 • Union Square
$590,000
1
Beds
1
Baths
665
Sq Ft
$887
Price/Sq Ft
2016
Year Built
1
Parking
57
Days on Market
Closed Listed Aug 13, 2025 • MLS# 73417404 Copied! • Updated Nov 6, 2025

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $629,000
Final Sale Price: $590,000
Difference: $39,000 (-6.2%)
Performance Metrics
93.8%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
57
Days on Market
Average time
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $946
Sale $/sq ft: $887
This property sold for $887 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 6.2% below the original asking price.

The property spent 57 days on market before selling.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 29 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$887/sq ft
Area Average
$406/sq ft
Difference
+118.5%

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

About this home

Union Square luxury living at its finest. This stunning 1-bedroom home offers soaring ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows, and wide-plank hardwood floors. The sleek kitchen features quartz countertops, stainless appliances, gas cooking, and an island perfect for dining or entertaining. Enjoy a spacious bedroom with a custom walk-in closet, spa-like bath, in-unit laundry, Nest thermostat, and Navien hot water. Included 1-car parking. Built in 2016, this professionally managed building offers a gym, bike storage, elevator and an incredible roof deck with skyline views. Located in the heart of Union Square with restaurants, cafés, markets, and nightlife at your doorstep, plus easy access to highways, public transit and the Green Line "T" station.

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Property History

Market Insights

19.3%
Price Range
58
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Sold
Nov 5, 2025
$590,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 58
🏠
Listed for Sale
Aug 13, 2025
$614,900
Original listing
Agent: Michael Olin Office: Conway - West Roxbury
Previous Transaction - MLS #71950294
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
May 26, 2016
$496,400
MLS #71950294

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $2,327 $603,800

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$2,327
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$396
Monthly
Assessed Value
$603,800

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 2016
Living Area 665 sq ft
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 3

Interior

Heating Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas, Electric, Unit Control
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Tile, Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Basement N
Laundry Second Floor, In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof Rubber
Features Deck - Roof, City View(s)
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck - Roof
Features Exclusive Parking
Total Spaces 1
Electric 100 Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Annual Tax $2,327
Assessed Value $603,800

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $396 Monthly
Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash, Reserve Funds
Amenities Elevator(s), Fitness Center, Clubroom, Garden Area
Optional Fee Includes None
Owner-Occupied Units 22
Seller Disclosures Unit Includes Exclusive Right To Parking Space #26. Building Caps Rentals At 8 Units, Currently 8 Rented. Taxes Include Residential Exemption.
Possession None
Accepted Financing Contract
Structure Type ["Low-Rise"]
Unit/Building 207
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Documents Master Deed, Floor Plans, Association Financial Statements (3)
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 58 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
2016
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
665 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Stories
1
Entry Level
2

Room Details

Second Floor

Bathroom1
6 x 10
Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
Dining Room
13 x 6
Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan
Kitchen
13 x 12
Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Cabinets - Upgraded, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Lighting - Pendant
Living Room
13 x 10
Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan
Master Bedroom
10 x 11
Walk-In Closet(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood

Other Floor

Bedroom5
Bedroom4
Bedroom3
Bathroom2
Bedroom2
Bathroom3
Office
Family Room
Master Bathroom

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: N
Laundry: Second Floor, In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security: Intercom, TV Monitor

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 2016
Structure Type: Low-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Roof: Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas, Electric, Unit Control
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 1
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features: Thermostat

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck - Roof, City View(s)
Patio & Porch: Deck - Roof
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Exclusive Parking

Special Features

View: Yes
View Type: City
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Bike Path, Highway Access, 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
B+
Albert F. Argenziano School at Lincoln Park
0.4 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
0.5 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
1.0 mi
Grades PK-08
C+
Arthur D Healey School
1.3 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
A
John F Kennedy School
1.4 mi | #50 of 352 | Score: 56.7
Improved 5 spots from last year
-1.5 below state avg
439 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
Capuano Early Childhood Center
0.3 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
2.2 mi
Grades PK-K
M

Middle Schools

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

High Schools

2 schools
F
Full Circle High School
0.5 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
0.5 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

197 Washington St. # 207, Somerville MA 02143

Somerville, MA 02143

Listing Information

Listing Agent Michael Olin
Listing Office Conway - West Roxbury
Office Phone 617-469-9200
Agent MLS ID BB805679
Office MLS ID BB1494
Listing Data Updated Nov 6, 2025 1:38 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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