Sunny and bright duplex residence in a handsome brick building between Porter Square and Union Square. This inviting 2-bed, 2-bath condo is located on the top two floors at the rear, set back from the street. The light-filled main level features soaring 10' ceilings, oversized 6' windows, and a bright open layout with newly refinished hardwood floors. The interior has been freshly painted throughout, adding to the crisp, move-in-ready feel. The kitchen offers ample maple cabinetry, peninsula seating, and a new LG refrigerator. Upstairs, the primary suite includes a walk-in closet, en-suite bath, desk area, and extra storage. Generous second bedroom next to second full bath on main level. Central A/C, in-unit laundry, private storage, and one off-street parking space complete the package. Enjoy a shared garden patio and easy access to Porter Square, Union Square, Harvard, and the MBTA. A rare blend of historic charm and modern comfort in a premier Somerville location.
Sold for $871,500
$871,500
245 Beacon St Unit 6, Somerville, MA 02143
2beds
1,113sqft
Condominium, Duplex
Built in 1894
-- sqft lot
$879,700 Zestimate®
$783/sqft
$3,973 Estimated rent
Home value
$879,700
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In-unit laundryLight-filled main levelNewly refinished hardwood floorsBrick buildingEn-suite bathTop two floorsShared garden patio
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Listed by:
Maggie Dee + Charles Cherney Team 617-634-9665,
Compass 617-303-0067
Bought with:
Michael Briggs
Flow Realty, Inc.
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73427014
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Third
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full
- Level: Second
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full
- Level: Third
Dining room
- Level: Second
Kitchen
- Level: Second
Living room
- Level: Second
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Second Floor, In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: None
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,113
- Total interior livable area: 1,113 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,113
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Off Street, Deeded, Guest
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Features
- Entry location: Unit Placement(Upper,Back)
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Patio
Details
- Parcel number: 4649093
- Zoning: res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium, Duplex
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Slate
Condition
- Year built: 1894
- Major remodel year: 2006
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Intercom
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, T-Station
Location
- Region: Somerville
HOA & financial
HOA
- HOA fee: $611 monthly
- Services included: Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/3/2025 | Sold | $871,500-0.7%$783/sqft |
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| 9/16/2025 | Contingent | $878,000$789/sqft |
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| 9/6/2025 | Listed for sale | $878,000+84.8%$789/sqft |
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| 6/20/2011 | Sold | $475,000+2.2%$427/sqft |
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| 4/10/2011 | Listed for sale | $465,000$418/sqft |
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| 4/30/2008 | Sold | $465,000$418/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,395 +8% | $861,100 +4.2% |
| 2024 | $8,696 +2.4% | $826,600 +0.6% |
| 2023 | $8,493 +3.5% | $821,400 +1.9% |
| 2022 | $8,204 -0.1% | $805,900 |
| 2021 | $8,212 +3% | $805,900 +2% |
| 2020 | $7,975 +2.3% | $790,400 +9.1% |
| 2019 | $7,799 -1.8% | $724,800 +3.2% |
| 2018 | $7,945 +6.4% | $702,500 +9.7% |
| 2017 | $7,470 +10.5% | $640,100 +18.6% |
| 2016 | $6,762 | $539,700 |
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Neighborhood: Back Bay
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Mel H King ElementaryGrades: 2-12Distance: 0.7 mi
- 2/10Snowden Int'L High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.2 mi
- NABoston Adult AcademyGrades: 11-12Distance: 0.6 mi
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