42 Spring St

Somerville, MA 02143

$1,930,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
2,333 Sq. Ft.
$827 / Sq. Ft.
2,333
Sq. Ft.
$827
per Sq. Ft.
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Sold 6/8/23
Sold 6/8/23
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Description

Rare Spring Hill historic single family on an oversized 8,274 sf lot. Magic and more is this eclectic jewel in this coveted Somerville neighborhood, replete with an enormous yard, perennial gardens, flowering trees, patio, sun porch, and front porch. Perched on the hill on a quiet tree-lined street, this home evokes the feel of the English countryside. Natural light throughout, decorative moldings, built-in floor-to-ceiling bookshelves, 9’10 ceilings, you’ll delight in this 9-room, 3-bed, 1.5 bath...Rare Spring Hill historic single family on an oversized 8,274 sf lot. Magic and more is this eclectic jewel in this coveted Somerville neighborhood, replete with an enormous yard, perennial gardens, flowering trees, patio, sun porch, and front porch. Perched on the hill on a quiet tree-lined street, this home evokes the feel of the English countryside. Natural light throughout, decorative moldings, built-in floor-to-ceiling bookshelves, 9’10 ceilings, you’ll delight in this 9-room, 3-bed, 1.5 bath with gas fireplace and chef’s kitchen. Views of the Boston skyline and a bird lovers' paradise, you're in nature's wonderland right in the city. Ideally situated amidst the hippest squares in our towns, minutes from Davis, Harvard, Porter, Union, and Inman Squares with all their eateries, shops, and restaurants. Conveniently located within 1.1 miles of the Porter Square T, commuter rail, and the Green Line. Off-street parking for 2-3 cars. Walk score paradise of 93! Not to be missed.

Listing Agents

  1. The Carol Kelly Team

    The Carol Kelly Team

    Listing Agent

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  2. Carol Kelly

    Carol Kelly

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  3. Shannah Hall Franckum

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    Alternative Listing Agent

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  4. Carol Kelly

    Carol Kelly

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Property Details for 42 Spring Street

Town
Somerville
MLS Area
Spring Hill
Area
MA-Somerville-Spring Hill, MA-Somerville
Architectural Style
Greek Revival
Style
Garden, Greek Revival
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Spaces
2.00
Parking Spaces Total
2
LISTING UPDATED: 06/09/2023 01:07 PM

Property Details for 42 Spring Street

StatusSold
MLS #73106959
Days on Market7
Taxes$13,176 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1860
CountyMiddlesex County
Buyer's Agent Compensation2.5%
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Location

Sold By Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge, The Team - Real Estate Advisors

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Building Information for 42 Spring Street

Stories-Year Built1860Building Size-Lot Size0.19 AC / 8,276 SF

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$9,406

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Property Information for 42 Spring Street

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University, Sidewalks
  • Current Financing: Cash
  • Living Area: 2333.0
  • Color: Fuchsia
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Neighborhood: Spring Hill
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Utility Connections for Gas Range
  • Basement Features: Full, Sump Pump, Unfinished Basement
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 1
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Interior Features: Sun Room, Sitting Room
  • Interior Features: Window AC
  • Laundry Features: First Floor, Washer Hookup
  • Primary Bath: No
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Storage Shed, Decorative Lighting, Fruit Trees, Garden
  • Exterior Features: City View(s), Storage Shed, Decorative Lighting, Fruit Trees, Garden Area, Porch, Patio
  • Lot Description: Gentle Sloping
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Porch - Enclosed, Patio
  • Roof Material: Shingle, Metal
  • View: Scenic View(s), City
  • View: Yes
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Off-Street
Utilities
  • Cooling: Window AC
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, Washer Hookup
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Level: First
Family Room
  • Family Room Level: First
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Level: First
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Level: First
Property Information
Property Info
  • UFFI: Unknown
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Disclosures: The roof,boiler,and hot water heater were newly installed in 2019. The washing machine is not working. There is water seepage in the basement. The property is being sold "AS IS". Buyer shall perform its own due diligence. The seller makes no representations as to the condition of the property.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: 753951
  • Assessments: $1,274,300
  • Book: 76836
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Zoning: RES
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 3
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Stone
  • Cooling Zones: 0
  • Heat Zones: 2
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5
  • Other Agent Compensation: 1

Property History for 42 Spring Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 8, 2023

Sold

MLS PIN #73106959

$1,930,000—
May 10, 2023

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73106959

—
May 10, 2023

Contingent

MLS PIN #73106959

—
May 3, 2023

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73106959

$1,475,000—
Nov 8, 2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #326624133

$1

-99.2% / yr

Mar 1, 2002

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #119888859

$400,000—
Feb 28, 2002

Sold

MLS PIN #30498399

$400,000—
Jan 18, 2002

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #30498399

—
Jan 18, 2002

Contingent

MLS PIN #30498399

—
Apr 26, 2001

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #30498399

$629,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/08/2023

Sold

MLS PIN #73106959

$1,930,000
05/10/2023

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73106959

—
05/10/2023

Contingent

MLS PIN #73106959

—
05/03/2023

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73106959

$1,475,000
11/08/2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #326624133

$1

-99.2% / yr

03/01/2002

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #119888859

$400,000
02/28/2002

Sold

MLS PIN #30498399

$400,000
01/18/2002

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #30498399

—
01/18/2002

Contingent

MLS PIN #30498399

—
04/26/2001

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #30498399

$629,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 42 Spring Street

Taxable ValueLand$795,500Additions$992,400Total$1,787,900
Tax Record2025$19,506 ($1,626 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt2,137 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,137 SqFtStories2Lot Size8,137 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1860ZoningRACountyMIDDLESEXAPNSOME M:44 B:A L:7Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 42 Spring Street

This home is within Somerville School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
John F. Kennedy Elementary School
Public - PK to 8
Somerville High School
Public - 9 to 12
Winter Hill Community School
Public - PK to 8
Albert F. Argenziano School At Lincoln Park
Public - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
John F. Kennedy Elementary School
PublicPK to 8

Somerville High School
Public9 to 12

Winter Hill Community School
PublicPK to 8

Albert F. Argenziano School At Lincoln Park
PublicPK to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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