Welcome home to 42 Bow Street located in heart of Union Square! Gorgeous condo situated in a victorian complex that was expanded on and completely renovated in 2019. Open-concept living at its finest maximizing space and function! The unit features a gourmet kitchen with Jenn Air appliances, gas cooking, quartz countertops, and a separate dining area. Your living room offers coffered ceilings, architectural details, gas fireplace, and wide plank oak floors. Generous sized primary suite with ensuite full bathroom complete with a dual vanity ,walk-in shower, and a private balcony. Generous sized second bedroom, additional full bathroom and in unit laundry. This unit has one off-street parking spot, easy access to all major routes and Downtown Boston, and steps to the new Union Square green line T.
Sold for $910,000
$910,000
42 Bow St Unit 4, Somerville, MA 02143
2beds
948sqft
Condominium
Built in 1900
-- sqft lot
$929,600 Zestimate®
$960/sqft
$4,088 Estimated rent
Home value
$929,600
$883,000 - $976,000
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Gas fireplaceVictorian complexGourmet kitchenWalk-in showerCoffered ceilingsWide plank oak floorsGenerous sized primary suite
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Listed by:
Francis J. Curran 781-727-8830,
Coldwell Banker Realty - Westwood 781-320-0550
Bought with:
Ellen G. Friedman
Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73113495
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Balcony - Exterior, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Second
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Upgraded, Remodeled
- Level: Second
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Remodeled
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Chair Rail, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Wainscoting
- Level: Main,Second
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Kitchen Island, Cabinets - Upgraded, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove
- Level: Main,Second
Living room
- Features: Coffered Ceiling(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Cable Hookup, Chair Rail, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Wainscoting, Decorative Molding
- Level: Main,Second
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Second Floor, In Unit
Features
- Flooring: Wood, Tile, Hardwood
- Doors: Insulated Doors
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: Corner
Interior area
- Total structure area: 948
- Total interior livable area: 948 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Off Street, Assigned, Deeded
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Features
- Entry location: Unit Placement(Upper,Back)
- Patio & porch: Deck, Deck - Wood
- Exterior features: Deck, Deck - Wood
Details
- Parcel number: 758237
- Zoning: res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
Materials
- Frame
- Roof: Shingle,Rubber
Condition
- Year built: 1900
- Major remodel year: 2019
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station, University
HOA
- Services included: Insurance, Reserve Funds
- HOA fee: $164 monthly
Location
- Region: Somerville
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $960/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $9,999
- Annual tax amount: $8,195
- Date on market: 12/12/2025
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/14/2023 | Sold | $910,000-0.5%$960/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73113495 Report a problem | ||
| 6/18/2023 | Contingent | $915,000$965/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73113495 Report a problem | ||
| 6/12/2023 | Price change | $915,000-3.6%$965/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73113495 Report a problem | ||
| 5/18/2023 | Listed for sale | $949,000+20.1%$1,001/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73113495 Report a problem | ||
| 4/1/2019 | Sold | $790,000$833/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,559 -2.6% | $876,200 -6.1% |
| 2024 | $9,813 +19.7% | $932,800 +17.7% |
| 2023 | $8,195 +6.3% | $792,600 +4.6% |
| 2022 | $7,712 +3.1% | $757,600 +3.2% |
| 2021 | $7,481 | $734,200 |
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Neighborhood: Union Square
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- 7/10Albert F. Argenziano School At Lincoln ParkGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 6/10Somerville High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.4 mi
- NACapuano Early Childhood CenterGrades: PK-KDistance: 0.6 mi
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