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  • Price cut: $5K (8/7)
    $844,900

    42 Bow Street APT 5, Somerville, MA 02143

    2beds
    1,003sqft
    : 
    $5,547/mo
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    Condominium
    Built in 2012
    -- sqft lot
    $843,700 Zestimate®
    $842/sqft
    $167/mo HOA

    What's special

    Shiplap-accented gas fireplaceAttic storageTop floor luxury condoCarrera marble backsplashCoffer ceilingQuartz countertopsRecessed lighting
    SELLER PAID CLOSING COSTS OF UP TO $5,000 with accepted offer AND NEW ADJUSTED PRICE! City living at its best in this top floor luxury condo WITH OFF-STREET PARKING in vibrant Union Sq. Rebuilt in 2019 w/ modern features & exceptional craftsmanship - coffer ceiling, recessed lighting, shiplap-accented gas fireplace & open concept layout for everyday living & entertaining. Gourmet kitchen w/ JennAir stainless steel appliances, wall-mount hood, quartz countertops, Carrera marble backsplash & stunning waterfall-edge island w/ seating for 3, integrated microwave & cabinets. Walk in pantry for more storage. Main bath w/ single vanity & tub/shower. Primary bedroom w/ dual closets & en suite, spa like full bath w/ large walk-in shower & double vanities. 2nd bedroom is queen bed friendly w/ closet. Convenient in unit washer/dryer. attic storage, Nest thermostat, Wyze doorbell, pet friendly, & owner-occupied building. Restaurants, shops, parks & entertainment at your doorstep - Bow Market, Market Basket, Whole Foods, parks/dog parks close by. Green Line mins away. Harvard Sq/Davis Sq/Porter Sq nearby.
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    Listed by:

    Gary Sobel 704-451-2256,

    Keller Williams Realty Boston-MetroWest

    Source: CCIMLS,MLS#: 22603920MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 2
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      Heating
      • Has Heating (Unspecified Type)
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Cooktop, Washer, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Refrigerator, Gas Range, Microwave, Electric Dryer, Dishwasher
      Features
      • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      • Common walls with other units/homes: No One Above
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,003
      • Total interior livable area: 1,003 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 1
      • Parking features: Open
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Features
      • Stories: 3
      • Entry location: Top Level
      • Exterior features: Garden
      • Fencing: Partial
      Lot
      • Features: Shopping, Major Highway, Level
      Details
      • Parcel number: SOME M:0074 B:000C L:00065
      • Zoning: NB
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: Condo
      • Property subtype: Condominium
      • Attached to another structure: Yes
      Materials
      • Clapboard
      • Foundation: Other
      • Roof: Other
      Condition
      • Updated/Remodeled, Unknown/Mixed
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 2012
      • Major remodel year: 2012

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Security: Intercom
      HOA
      • Has HOA: Yes
      • Amenities included: Trash, Snow Removal
      • Services included: Reserve Funds, Professional Property Management
      • HOA fee: $167 monthly
      Location
      • Region: Somerville

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $842/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $919,500
      • Annual tax amount: $10,096
      • Date on market: 8/12/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 3 days
      • Ownership: Condo

        Estimated market value

        $843,700

        $802,000 - $886,000

        $3,868/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/7/2026Price change$844,900-0.6%$842/sqft
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        6/29/2026Price change$849,900-2.9%$847/sqft
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        5/28/2026Price change$875,000-2.8%$872/sqft
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        4/16/2026Price change$900,000-2.7%$897/sqft
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        3/3/2026Listed for sale$925,000-2.6%$922/sqft
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        10/2/2024Listing removed$950,000$947/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73295393 Report a problem
        10/1/2024Listing removed$3,650$4/sqft
        Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
        9/26/2024Listed for sale$950,000$947/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73295393 Report a problem
        9/20/2024Listed for rent$3,650$4/sqft
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        10/19/2022Listing removed$950,000$947/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73027189 Report a problem
        10/11/2022Price change$950,000-2.6%$947/sqft
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        8/18/2022Listed for sale$975,000+21.9%$972/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73027189 Report a problem
        4/9/2019Sold$800,000$798/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$9,745 -2.6%$893,200 -6.1%
        2024$10,002 +19.7%$950,800 +17.7%
        2023$8,354 +6.3%$807,900 +4.6%
        2022$7,861 +3.1%$772,200 +3.2%
        2021$7,625 $748,300
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Union Square

        Getting around

        98 / 100
        Walker's Paradise
        76 / 100
        Excellent Transit
        99 / 100
        Biker's Paradise

        Nearby schools

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        • District: Somerville

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