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97 Josephine Ave # 3, Somerville MA 02144

Somerville, MA 02144 • Ball Square
$600,000
Est. $3,892/month
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,015
Sq Ft
$591
Price/Sq Ft
1900
Year Built
15
Days on Market
Closed Listed Oct 10, 2018 • MLS# 72408402 Copied!

About this home

BEAUTIFUL PENTHOUSE CONDO with a PRIVATE BALCONY! Nestled on a quiet one-way street in between Davis Square and Ball Square, lies a 2 bedroom, 1 bath condo that is sure to meet every item on your wishlist! You'll love the open concept floor plan that flows nicely from room to room and is perfect for entertaining. The updated kitchen features stainless steel appliances, custom white shaker cabinetry, granite countertops, a skylight, and white subway tile backsplash. Both bedrooms are spacious with two closets and plenty of natural light. The master suite has it's own private balcony! That's not all! This place has central air, in-unit laundry, additional storage in the basement, and a common patio! Heating and Cooling is controlled by a programmable thermostat, Amazing location - just a short distance to Davis Square, Ball Square, and Tufts University. .6 Miles to Davis Sq Red line train. Walk Score of 85. Close to bus lines, 93, and steps to the future green line stop. Move-in ready!

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Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1900
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,015 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
1
Entry Level
1
Main Level Bedrooms
1

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $574,900
Final Sale Price: $600,000
Difference: +$25,100 (+4.4%)
Performance Metrics
104.4%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
15
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $566
Sale $/sq ft: $591
This property sold for $591 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 4.4% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 15 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 20 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$591/sq ft
Area Average
$459/sq ft
Difference
+28.8%

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

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1900
Living Area 1,015 sq ft
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 4

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Carpet, Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Basement Y
Laundry Flooring - Stone/ceramic Tile, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor, In Unit
Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture None
Roof Shingle
Features Porch, Deck, Patio
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Porch, Deck, Patio

Parking

Features None

Utilities

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

Financial

Annual Tax $6,166
Assessed Value $545,200

Interior Features

Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Y
Laundry: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor, In Unit
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1900
Effective Year (Renovated): 2011
Structure Type: 2/3 Family
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

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

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch, Deck, Patio
Patio & Porch: Porch, Deck, Patio
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Parking Features:

Location

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Neighborhood

Ball Square

97 Josephine Ave # 3, Somerville MA 02144

Somerville, MA 02144

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
A
John F Kennedy School
0.6 mi | #50 of 352 | Score: 56.7
Improved 5 spots from last year
-1.5 below state avg
439 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
St. Theresa of the Child Jesus School
0.8 mi
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
C-
Winter Hill Community School
1.5 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
B+
Albert F. Argenziano School at Lincoln Park
1.5 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
1.6 mi | #245 of 352 | Score: 37.0
Improved 6 spots from last year
-21.2 below state avg
747 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
A+
Benjamin G Brown School
0.1 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
0.6 mi
Grades PK-K
Capuano Early Childhood Center
1.7 mi
250 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-01
M

Middle Schools

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

High Schools

2 schools
F
Full Circle High School
1.2 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
1.2 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 History

Market Insights

30.3%
Price Range
16
Total Days on Market
2
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Previous Transaction - MLS #73343996
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
May 19, 2025
$825,000
MLS #73343996
Previous Transaction - MLS #72967219
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
May 24, 2022
$735,500
MLS #72967219
Sold
Dec 7, 2018
$600,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 16
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Listed for Sale
Oct 10, 2018
$574,900
Original listing
Agent: Santana Team Office: Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
May 19, 2025 Sold $825,000
May 24, 2022 Sold $735,500
Oct 10, 2018 New Listing Added $574,900

Market Statistics

Days on Market
15 days
Price per Sq Ft
$591

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2018 $6,166 $545,200

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$6,166
Tax Year 2018
HOA Fee
$144
Monthly
Assessed Value
$545,200

Listing Information

Listing Agent Santana Team
Listing Office Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest
Agent MLS ID TM008732
Office MLS ID BB5474
Listing Data Updated Dec 13, 2018 1:44 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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