38 Harvard Street # 2, Somerville MA 02143

Somerville, MA 02143
$415,000
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,500
Sq Ft
$277
Price/Sq Ft
0.12
Acres
1880
Year Built
Condominium
Type
4
Days on Market
Sold 2004 Listed Jul 30, 2004 • MLS# 70070383 Copied! • Updated Mar 31, 2025

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $419,000
Final Sale Price: $415,000
Difference: $4,000 (-1.0%)
Performance Metrics
99.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
4
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $279
Sale $/sq ft: $277
This property sold for $277 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 1.0% below the original asking price.

With only 4 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 42 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$277/sq ft
Area Median
$689/sq ft
Difference
59.8%

This property sold below the area median, potentially representing good value for the buyer.

About this home

Walk to Porter from this sunny, renov.Victorian 3 bdrm condo on the crest of Spring Hill. A great SF alternative, this spacious duplex has SW skyline views + shared grassy back yard. The main lvl has high ceilings, hrdwd floors, new maple EIK w/ wainscotting + pantry, dining/family room, living rm with fireplace and views, lrg master bedroom, mod tiled bath. New windows. The upper lvl has 2 bdrms + room for a 2nd bth. Deeded rights to 2 tandem pkg spots w/ curb cut (application in process

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Price & Status History

Market Insights

99%
Price Range
5
Total Days on Market
2
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73590975
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Oct 15, 2026
$4,200
MLS #73590975 - Active
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Previous Transaction - MLS #70910805
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Previously Sold
Jul 20, 2009
$432,500
MLS #70910805
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Previous Transaction - MLS #70744808
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Previously Sold
Jul 1, 2008
$423,500
MLS #70744808
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Sold
Sep 27, 2004
$415,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 5
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Listed for Sale
Jul 30, 2004
$419,000
Original listing
Agent: Holly Almgren Office: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Cambridge - Huron Ave.

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2004 $2,400 $999,999,999

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$2,400
Tax Year 2004
HOA Fee
$150
Per month
Assessed Value
$999,999,999

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1880
Living Area 1,500 sq ft
Lot Size 0.12 acres
Stories 2
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 6

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Wood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement Y
Laundry None
Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture None
Roof Shingle
Features Porch - Enclosed, Other
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Enclosed
Features On Street
Electric 100 Amp Service
Water Public, City/town Water
Sewer None
Gas None
Other For Gas Range
Annual Tax $2,400
Assessed Value $999,999,999

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $150
Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure
Amenities Laundry, Garden Area
Optional Fee Includes None
Lead Paint Unknown
Seller Disclosures New Conversion, Still Taxed As 2 Fam So Txs Are Estimated
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["2/3 Family"]
Unit/Building 2
Sq Ft Source Measured
Documents None
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 5 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1880
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,500 sq ft
Total Rooms
6
Stories
2
Entry Level
2

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: Y
Laundry:
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1880
Structure Type: 2/3 Family
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation:
Stories: 2

Utilities & Systems

Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public, City/Town Water
Sewer:
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Parking Features: On Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Living Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails
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
St. Theresa of the Child Jesus School
0.1 mi
Grades PK-08
A
John F Kennedy School
0.5 mi | #49 of 352 | Score: 57.2
Improved 6 spots from last year
-1 below state avg
474 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
B+
Albert F. Argenziano School at Lincoln Park
0.7 mi | #137 of 352 | Score: 45.4
Improved 37 spots from last year
-12.8 below state avg
548 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
C+
Arthur D Healey School
1.0 mi | #237 of 352 | Score: 37.4
Improved 26 spots from last year
-20.8 below state avg
461 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
C+
East Somerville Community School
1.0 mi | #244 of 352 | Score: 36.9
Improved 7 spots from last year
-21.3 below state avg
743 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
C-
Winter Hill Community School
1.0 mi | #291 of 352 | Score: 32.3
Dropped 19 spots from last year
-25.9 below state avg
361 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
A+
Benjamin G Brown School
0.9 mi | #82 of 825 | Score: 60.2
Dropped 65 spots from last year
+2 above state avg
230 students Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
Capuano Early Childhood Center
1.1 mi
240 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-01
Tufts Educational Day Care Center
1.3 mi
Grades PK-K
M

Middle Schools

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

High Schools

2 schools
F
Full Circle High School
0.6 mi | #334 of 346 | Score: 23.6
Improved 32 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
60 students Diverse
Rising School Career Tech Programs College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades 09-12
B+
Somerville High School
0.6 mi | #125 of 346 | Score: 58.3
Improved 117 spots from last year
+0.1 above state avg
1,367 students Diverse
17 sports • 1,566 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Rising School Career Tech Programs
Grades 09-12
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38 Harvard Street # 2, Somerville MA 02143

Somerville, MA 02143

Listing Information

Listing Agent Holly Almgren
Listing Office Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Cambridge - Huron Ave.
Office Phone 617-864-8566
Agent MLS ID BB301011
Office MLS ID BB9599
Listing Data Updated Mar 31, 2025 8:26 PM EDT
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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