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263 Highland Ave # 1, Somerville MA 02144

Somerville, MA 02144 • Davis Square
$308,000
Est. $2,182/month
1
Baths
380
Sq Ft
$811
Price/Sq Ft
1900
Year Built
31
Days on Market
Closed Listed Feb 13, 2025 • MLS# 73335023 Copied!

About this home

Charming studio condo in vibrant Somerville, just 0.7 miles from Davis Square and 0.9 miles from Porter Square in Cambridge. Ideal for both owners and investors, this open-concept unit includes a modern kitchen, updated bath, and ample closet space. With public transport this location is so close to restaurants, shops, and bike paths, as well as all Cambridge and Boston has to offer. Features include basement storage, coin-op laundry, hardwood floors, low condo fees, and pet-friendly policy. Private outdoor space perfect for relaxing or entertaining. A great blend of location, comfort, and convenience—schedule a tour today! Roof is 10 years old. Hot water tank replaced in 2023. Washer machine is one year old and coin-operated (shared with the studio units). Private 8x10 Storage unit in basement. HVAC: Update with Mini-Split for both Cooling and Heating. This is an Estate Sale on behalf of an incapacitated person subject to obtaining License to Sell. Please review Seller's Addendum.

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Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1900
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
380 sq ft
Total Rooms
2
Stories
1
Entry Level
1

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $310,000
Final Sale Price: $308,000
Difference: $2,000 (-0.6%)
Performance Metrics
99.4%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
31
Days on Market
Average time
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $816
Sale $/sq ft: $811
This property sold for $811 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 0.6% below the original asking price.

The property spent 31 days on market before selling.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 6 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$811/sq ft
Area Average
$520/sq ft
Difference
+55.9%

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

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1900
Living Area 380 sq ft
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 2

Interior

Heating Electric Baseboard, Electric
Cooling Other
Flooring Wood
Appliances Range, Refrigerator
Fireplace None
Basement N
Laundry In Basement, Common Area, In Building
Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame, Brick
Architecture None
Roof Rubber
Features Patio
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Patio

Parking

Features None

Utilities

Electric 110 Volts, 220 Volts
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $3,121
Assessed Value $296,700

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood
Appliances: Range, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry: In Basement, Common Area, In Building
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1900
Effective Year (Renovated): 2005
Structure Type: Low-Rise
Exterior Materials: Frame, Brick
Roof: Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Electric Baseboard, Electric
Heating Zones: 2
Cooling: Other
Cooling Zones: 1
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Parking Features:

Location

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Neighborhood

Davis Square

263 Highland Ave # 1, 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
0.3 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
0.3 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
B+
Albert F. Argenziano School at Lincoln Park
1.1 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-
Winter Hill Community School
1.2 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
C+
East Somerville Community School
1.2 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
0.4 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
0.9 mi
Grades PK-K
Capuano Early Childhood Center
1.4 mi
250 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-01
M

Middle Schools

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

High Schools

2 schools
F
Full Circle High School
0.8 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
0.8 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

99.3%
Price Range
33
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73484878
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Currently Listed
Mar 10, 2026
$2,300
MLS #73484878 - Active
Sold
Sep 19, 2025
$308,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 33
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Listed for Sale
Feb 13, 2025
$310,000
Original listing
Agent: Bart Foster Office: Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Mar 10, 2026 Sold $2,300
Feb 13, 2025 New Listing Added $310,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
31 days
Price per Sq Ft
$811

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $3,121 $296,700

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$3,121
Tax Year 2024
HOA Fee
$165
Monthly
Assessed Value
$296,700

Listing Information

Listing Agent Bart Foster
Listing Office Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay
Agent MLS ID BB801955
Office MLS ID BB5522
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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