97 Boston Ave # 97, Somerville MA 02144

Somerville, MA 02144 • Ball Square
$715,000
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,133
Sq Ft
$631
Price/Sq Ft
1930
Year Built
1
Parking
6
Days on Market
Sold Listed Jun 17, 2026 • MLS# 73537699 Copied! • Updated Jul 29, 2026

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $700,000
Final Sale Price: $715,000
Difference: +$15,000 (+2.1%)
Performance Metrics
102.1%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
6
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $618
Sale $/sq ft: $631
This property sold for $631 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 2.1% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 6 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 36 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$631/sq ft
Area Median
$277/sq ft
Difference
+128.1%

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

About this home

Perched atop a handsome two-family home in sought-after Ball Sq GLX, this condominium seamlessly blends timeless character with modern sophistication. Bathed in natural light, the versatile floor plan offers two generous bedrooms plus a private office or you can expand into the unfinished attic. The thoughtfully renovated kitchen showcases stylish finishes and contemporary functionality with granite countertops and updated appliances. High-efficiency mini-split systems provide customized comfort year-round. Your private covered deck and common yard provide additional living space. Elegant living and dining spaces create an inviting setting for both everyday living and entertaining. Additional private storage and off-street parking add a rare convenience, while the home's prime location places you moments from Ball Sq, Davis Sq, Porter Sq, or Tufts University. This is a rare opportunity to enjoy elevated living in one of Somerville's most vibrant and desirable neighborhoods.

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Property History

Market Insights

Property Timeline

⏳
Pending Sale
Jun 24, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
🏠
Listed for Sale
Jun 17, 2026
$700,000
Original listing
Agent: Sarah Rodewald Office: SR Realty

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2026 $6,960 $633,900

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$6,960
Tax Year 2026
HOA Fee
$204
Monthly
Assessed Value
$633,900

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1930
Living Area 1,133 sq ft
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 6

Interior

Heating Steam, Natural Gas, Ductless
Cooling Ductless
Flooring Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Fireplace None
Basement Y
Laundry In Basement, In Building
Features Bonus Room

Exterior

Construction Frame, Cement Board
Architecture None
Roof Shingle
Features Porch, Deck - Wood, Covered Patio/deck
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Porch, Deck - Wood, Covered
Features Off Street, Tandem, On Street
Total Spaces 1
Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Gas Oven
Annual Tax $6,960
Assessed Value $633,900

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $204 Monthly
Fee Includes Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Reserve Funds
Amenities Storage
Optional Fee Includes None
Owner-Occupied Units 1
Pets Yes
Seller Disclosures Taxes Do Not Include The Residential Exemption. The Master Deed States That 2 Parking Spaces Are Allowed Per Unit, And The Unfinished Attic Can Be Finished. Photos Are Virtually Staged.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["2\/3 Family"]
Unit/Building 97
Sq Ft Source Other
Sq Ft Disclosures Assessors Site. Includes the four season porch; Does not include 854 sqft of unfished attic
Documents None
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 7 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1930
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,133 sq ft
Total Rooms
6
Stories
1
Entry Level
2

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Interior Features: Bonus Room
Windows: Window(s) - Picture, Insulated Windows
Basement: Y
Laundry: In Basement, In Building
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1930
Effective Year (Renovated): 2005
Structure Type: 2/3 Family
Exterior Materials: Frame, Cement Board
Roof: Shingle
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Steam, Natural Gas, Ductless
Cooling: Ductless
Cooling Zones: 4
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch, Deck - Wood, Covered Patio/Deck
Patio & Porch: Porch, Deck - Wood, Covered
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Off Street, Tandem, On Street
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

3 schools
A+
Benjamin G Brown School
0.2 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
B+
Missituk Elementary School
0.5 mi | #313 of 825 | Score: 50.4
Improved 64 spots from last year
-7.9 below state avg
424 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
A
John F Kennedy School
0.6 mi | #49 of 352 | Score: 57.2
Improved 6 spots from last year
-1 below state avg
474 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
M

Middle Schools

3 schools
A
Rindge Avenue Upper School
1.0 mi | #66 of 352 | Score: 54.0
Dropped 1 spots from last year
-4.2 below state avg
278 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades 06-08
Next Wave Junior High School
1.0 mi
11 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
B+
Madeleine Dugger Andrews Middle School
1.1 mi | #132 of 352 | Score: 45.9
Improved 28 spots from last year
-12.3 below state avg
438 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

3 schools
Curtis-Tufts School
0.4 mi
18 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 09-12
F
Full Circle High School
1.0 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
1.0 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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Neighborhood

Ball Square

97 Boston Ave # 97, Somerville MA 02144

Somerville, MA 02144

Listing Information

Listing Agent Sarah Rodewald
Listing Office SR Realty
Office Phone 314-814-2145
Agent MLS ID CN208750
Office MLS ID AN8263
Listing Data Updated Jul 29, 2026 1:48 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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