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172 Summer St, Somerville MA 02143

Somerville, MA 02143
$2,395,000
Est. $13,687/month
6
Beds
4
Baths
3,514
Sq Ft
$682
Price/Sq Ft
0.12
Acres
1880
Year Built
4 hours 1 minute
Time on Market
Active Open House Listed May 28, 2026 • MLS# 73525848 Copied!

About this home

This stunningly restored 1880 Victorian is located in the desirable Spring Hill neighborhood. This special home features a welcoming foyer and formal living and dining spaces filled with meticulously preserved period details, including inlay floors, pocket doors, original tile/mantel fireplace, and soaring ceilings. The main level also offers a modern kitchen along with multiple living spaces. A grand staircase with original stained-glass windows leads to the second level, which houses four bedrooms, a family bath, and library. The third level features a primary suite with a spa bath, a dressing room, and family room. Extensive upgrades include a new roof and cedar siding, professionally repaired original windows, a 200-amp electrical service with an EV charger, a solar PV array, and a high-efficiency HVAC system. Additionally, the home includes a two-car garage and two off-street parking spaces. This property offers a spacious layout blending historic preservation with modern updates.

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Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1880
Bedrooms
6
Full Bathrooms
3
Half Bathrooms
2
Living Area
3,514 sq ft
Total Rooms
14

Open House Schedule

31
May
Sunday, May 31
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM EDT
29
May
Friday, May 29
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM EDT
30
May
Saturday, May 30
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM EDT

Facts & Features

2 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1880
Living Area 3,514 sq ft
Lot Size 0.12 acres
Bedrooms 6
Full Baths 3
Half Baths 2
Total Rooms 14

Interior

Heating Air Source Heat Pumps (ashp)
Cooling Heat Pump, Air Source Heat Pumps (ashp)
Flooring Wood, Tile, Laminate
Appliances Electric Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 2
Basement Full, Walk-out Access, Interior Entry
Laundry Electric Dryer Hookup
Features Bonus Room, Bathroom, 1/4 Bath, Library

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Victorian
Roof Shingle
Features Porch, Rain Gutters
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Porch

Parking

Garage Spaces 2
Has Garage Yes
Features Detached, Off Street
Total Spaces 4

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Electric Range, For Electric Oven, For Electric Dryer

Financial

Annual Tax $16,521
Assessed Value $1,514,300

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile, Laminate
Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features: Bonus Room, Bathroom, 1/4 Bath, Library
Windows:
Basement: Full, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Victorian
Year Built: 1880
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Stone, Brick/Mortar

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHP)
Heating Zones: 3
Cooling: Heat Pump, Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHP)
Cooling Zones: 3
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch, Rain Gutters
Patio & Porch: Porch
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 2
Total Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Detached, Off Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University

Location

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Neighborhood

172 Summer St, Somerville MA 02143

Somerville, MA 02143

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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
St. Theresa of the Child Jesus School
< 0.1 mi
Grades PK-08
A
John F Kennedy School
0.5 mi | #50 of 352 | Score: 56.7
Improved 5 spots from last year
-1.5 below state avg
439 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
B+
Albert F. Argenziano School at Lincoln Park
0.7 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+
Arthur D Healey School
1.0 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
C+
East Somerville Community School
1.0 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
1.0 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
A+
Benjamin G Brown School
0.8 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
Capuano Early Childhood Center
1.1 mi
250 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-01
Tufts Educational Day Care Center
1.3 mi
Grades PK-K
M

Middle Schools

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

High Schools

2 schools
F
Full Circle High School
0.6 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
0.6 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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Market Insights

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Previous Sales

Property Timeline

🏠
Listed for Sale
May 28, 2026
$2,395,000
Original listing
Agent: Meg Shea Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Previous Transaction - MLS #72393010
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Nov 30, 2018
$1,120,000
MLS #72393010

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
May 28, 2026 New Listing Added $2,395,000
Nov 30, 2018 Sold $1,120,000

Market Statistics

Time on Market
4 hours 1 minute
Price per Sq Ft
$682

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2026 $16,521 $1,514,300

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$16,521
Tax Year 2026
Assessed Value
$1,514,300

Listing Information

Listing Agent Meg Shea
Listing Office Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Agent MLS ID BB809671
Office MLS ID AN2064
Listing Data Updated May 28, 2026 12:12 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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