Occupied for generations by 1 family, this Union Sq. home is on market for the 1st time since 1950. On a large lot w/driveway and yard, the house is currently configured as a SF w/ au pair apt on the rear half of the 2nd floor. The main house has LR w/fp, family room, DR, spacious kitchen, full bath, and laundry room on the 1st fl and 2 bedrooms upstairs. First fl kitchen door leads to a roomy deck, an enclosed stair to the au pair suite, the driveway, and the spacious yard w/shed. The apt on the 2nd fl has a bedroom, hall, kitchen, full bath, and fire escape. It can be integrated into the 2nd fl by reopening a hallway door. Possible renovations include a SF w/backyard ADU or a 2-3 family dwelling; buyers must do their own due diligence regarding zoning/development potential. Prime location btwn Union and Gilman Sq. GLX stations w/walkability to shops and eateries, commuter/bike path to Boston, parks, and more. Easy access to MIT, Harvard, Tufts, Kendall Sq., Boston, hwys, airport.
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| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/17/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $1,285,000 | - | - | Original listing |
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $6,881 | $1,043,600 |
Union Square
59 Putnam Street, Somerville MA 02143
Somerville, MA 02143
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