FeaturesBathroom - Full
197 Washington St # 409, Somerville MA 02143
Somerville, MA 02143 • Union Square
$685,000
Est. $4,765/month
Open House Schedule
07
Aug
Friday, August 7
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM EDT
09
Aug
Sunday, August 9
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM EDT
08
Aug
Saturday, August 8
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM EDT
About this home
Union Square. Meticulously-maintained top floor modern 1-bedroom condominium. The open floor plan begins with high-ceilings, a spacious coat closet and a contemporary white kitchen featuring ample cabinets, gas cooking, quartz counters, stainless steel appliances and a versatile breakfast island. All-day sun floods the Living/Dining/Kitchen with full-southern exposure and floor-to-ceiling windows. The bedroom boasts floor-to-ceiling windows again with custom walk-in closet/dressing area that opens to a modern bathroom with spacious walk-in shower. Also, wide-plank hardwood floors throughout, custom plantation style shutters, full-size in-unit laundry, full-size covered deeded parking and large private walk-in storage room. Building amenities include a common clubroom and roof deck with comfy seating, a first floor gym and a spacious elevator servicing all floors including the roof deck. Located just 1 block to Union Square, the Green Line T-station as well as dozens of cafes, restaurants and shops. With a walk score of 96, a bike score of 94 and a transit score of 81 it doesn't get more centrally located.
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Listed for Sale
Aug 5, 2026
$685,000
Original listing
Agent: Peter Boyajian Team
Office: Real Estate 109
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/05/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $685,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $7,486 | $681,800 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$7,486
Tax Year 2026
HOA Fee
$477
Monthly
Assessed Value
$681,800
Facts & Features
1 Car Garage
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
2015
Living Area
738 sq ft
Bedrooms
1
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
3
Interior
Heating
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Wood, Tile
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Plumbed For Ice Maker
Fireplace
None
Basement
N
Laundry
In Unit
Features
Elevator
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
None
Roof
Rubber, Reflective Roofing-energy Star
Features
Deck - Roof, Deck - Composite, Decorative Lighting, City View(s), Screens, Rain Gutters
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Deck - Roof, Deck - Composite
Parking
Garage Spaces
1
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Carport, Deeded, Garage Faces Side
Total Spaces
1
Utilities
Electric
Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range, For Gas Oven, Icemaker Connection
Financial
Annual Tax
$7,486
Assessed Value
$681,800
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$477 Monthly
Fee Includes
Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash, Reserve Funds
Amenities
Elevator(s), Fitness Center, Clubroom, Storage
Optional Fee Includes
None
Owner-Occupied Units
23
Pets
Yes w/ Restrictions
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Carport #9. Storage Unit #10
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Low-Rise"]
Unit/Building
409
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
Master Deed, Rules & Regs, Master Plan, Management Association Bylaws, Floor Plans (5)
County
Middlesex
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
2015
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
738 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Stories
1
Entry Level
4
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
738 sq ft above grade
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting
FeaturesBathroom - 3/4, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
FeaturesYes
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchDeck - Roof, Deck - Composite
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Wood, Tile
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Plumbed For Ice Maker
Interior Features:
Elevator
Windows:
Insulated Windows, Screens
Basement:
N
Laundry:
In Unit
Security:
Intercom
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
2015
Effective Year (Renovated):
2015
Structure Type:
Low-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Rubber, Reflective Roofing-ENERGY STAR
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Heating Zones:
1
Cooling:
Central Air
Cooling Zones:
1
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Thermostat
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Deck - Roof, Deck - Composite, Decorative Lighting, City View(s), Screens, Rain Gutters
Patio & Porch:
Deck - Roof, Deck - Composite
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
1
Total Parking Spaces:
1
Parking Features:
Carport, Deeded, Garage Faces Side
Special Features
View:
Yes
View Type:
City
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, T-Station, University
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
Elementary Schools
9 schools
B+
Albert F. Argenziano School at Lincoln Park
0.4 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+
East Somerville Community School
0.5 mi
|
#245 of 352
|
Score: 37.0
Improved 6 spots from last year
-21.2 below state avg
747 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
C-
Winter Hill Community School
0.6 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
St. Theresa of the Child Jesus School
1.0 mi
Grades PK-08
C+
Arthur D Healey School
1.2 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
A
John F Kennedy School
1.4 mi
|
#50 of 352
|
Score: 56.7
Improved 5 spots from last year
-1.5 below state avg
439 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
Capuano Early Childhood Center
0.3 mi
250 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-01
A+
Benjamin G Brown School
1.7 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
2.2 mi
Grades PK-K
Middle Schools
1 school
Next Wave Junior High School
0.5 mi
16 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
High Schools
2 schools
F
Full Circle High School
0.5 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
0.5 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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Union Square
197 Washington St # 409, Somerville MA 02143
Somerville, MA 02143
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Peter Boyajian Team
Listing Office
Real Estate 109
Office Phone
617-489-5110
Agent MLS ID
TM363243
Office MLS ID
BB5170
Listing Data Updated
Aug 5, 2026 7:59 PM EDT
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