Prime location, great condition, and double-width driveway are the hallmarks of this large Philly-style 2-family. It is nestled between Davis and Ball Squares, across from the popular Brown School, and walkable to 2 Red Line and 2 GLX stations, the commuter rail, multiple bus lines, the bike/commuter path stretching from Boston to Bedford, and several parks. Unit 1 spans 2 levels, with LR (used as a bdrm), DR, kitchen, pantry, bdrm, and full bath on 1st level and a bdrm with direct access to private deck on the 2nd fl. Unit 1 has front and back porches and access to backyard. Unit 2 occupies the upper 2 floors, with LR, DR, kitchen, pantry, private front and back decks, and full bath on the main level and 4 bedrooms on the top fl. The yard has room for entertaining and playing, and the driveway accommodates 2-3 rows of cars parked side by side. The systems, 1 washer, and 2 dryers are in the unfinished basement. Ideally suited for owner occupancy or rental. Nr universities, airport, hwy
Sold for $1,622,500
$1,622,500
188 Willow Ave, Somerville, MA 02144
7beds
3,018sqft
Multi Family
Built in 1905
-- sqft lot
$1,389,100 Zestimate®
$538/sqft
$4,195 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,389,100
$1.21M - $1.57M
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Front and back porchesDouble-width drivewayAccess to backyard
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Listed by:
Thalia C. Tringo 617-513-1967,
Thalia Tringo & Associates Real Estate, Inc. 617-616-5091
Bought with:
Matthew Slowik
Compass
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73529822
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Hot Water, Natural Gas, Forced Air, Oil
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Philadelphia, Stone/Granite/Solid Counters, Living Room, Kitchen, Dining Room
- Flooring: Wood, Tile, Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,018
- Total interior livable area: 3,018 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,018
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Off Street, Paved
- Uncovered spaces: 6
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Deck, Covered
- Exterior features: Balcony/Deck
Lot
- Size: 3,920 Square Feet
- Features: Other
Details
- Parcel number: M:23 B:D L:8,750241
- Zoning: NR
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subtype: Multi Family
Materials
- Foundation: Stone, Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1905
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, Individually Metered
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Highway Access, T-Station, University
Location
- Region: Somerville
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $538/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,272,200
- Annual tax amount: $13,968
- Date on market: 6/24/2026
- Total actual rent: 3500
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/15/2026 | Sold | $1,622,500+1.7%$538/sqft |
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| 6/24/2026 | Pending sale | $1,595,000$528/sqft |
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| 6/11/2026 | Contingent | $1,595,000$528/sqft |
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| 6/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,595,000+203.8%$528/sqft |
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| 8/11/2020 | Listing removed | $3,500$1/sqft |
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| 6/30/2020 | Listed for rent | $3,500$1/sqft |
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| 2/27/2009 | Sold | $525,000-11%$174/sqft |
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| 12/6/2008 | Listed for sale | $589,900$195/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $13,248 +4.5% | $1,214,300 +0.7% |
| 2024 | $12,681 +4.7% | $1,205,400 +2.9% |
| 2023 | $12,117 +6.3% | $1,171,900 +4.6% |
| 2022 | $11,402 +2.6% | $1,120,000 +2.7% |
| 2021 | $11,113 +3.3% | $1,090,600 +2.3% |
| 2020 | $10,760 +5.2% | $1,066,400 +12.2% |
| 2019 | $10,224 +5.4% | $950,200 +10.8% |
| 2018 | $9,701 +2.1% | $857,700 +5.3% |
| 2017 | $9,505 +3.6% | $814,500 +11.2% |
| 2016 | $9,179 | $732,600 |
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Neighborhood: Davis Square
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- 8/10Benjamin G. Brown SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0 mi
- 8/10John F. Kennedy Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 6/10Somerville High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
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