A Penthouse in the Sky. Welcome to your private oasis in Davis Square. This one-of-a-kind unit at the sought after Davis Lofts community offers the ultimate indoor-outdoor lifestyle, surrounded on three sides by approx. 1,000 SF of newly designed outdoor space. Reimagined with lush greenery, custom planters, and built-in seating, the multiple terraces offers space for lounging, dining, or yoga, creating a tranquil retreat and quiet escape from the urban bustle below. Inside, find a modern open layout featuring a stunning kitchen with soapstone counters & high-end appliances, and a spa-like bath w/ soaking tub and steam shower. Two garage-style doors open to the decks for a light-filled cross breeze flowing through your home. This unit includes automated blinds, A/C, radiant heat flooring, and deeded garage parking. Close proximity to the Minuteman Path, Red Line, and all Davis Square has to offer. This is truly a penthouse escape: peaceful, quiet, and unlike anything else in the city.
Sold for $1,490,000
$1,490,000
50 Howard St Unit 5, Somerville, MA 02144
1beds
1,054sqft
Condominium
Built in 2004
-- sqft lot
$1,491,900 Zestimate®
$1,414/sqft
$3,335 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,491,900
$1.39M - $1.61M
$3,335/mo
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Ricardo Rodriguez & Associates Group 617-823-0072,
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston 617-266-4430,
Ricardo Rodriguez 617-796-6084
Bought with:
Mark Anderson
Redfin Corp.
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73469363
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Central, Natural Gas, Radiant
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Flooring: Tile, Concrete
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Common walls with other units/homes: No One Above
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,054
- Total interior livable area: 1,054 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,054
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Under, Deeded
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Entry location: Unit Placement(Upper)
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck, Garden, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System
Details
- Parcel number: 4718535
- Zoning: R
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
Condition
- Year built: 2004
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Public School, T-Station, University
Location
- Region: Somerville
HOA & financial
HOA
- HOA fee: $591 monthly
- Amenities included: Hot Water
- Services included: Heat, Gas, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/26/2026 | Sold | $1,490,000-3.9%$1,414/sqft |
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| 1/27/2026 | Contingent | $1,550,000$1,471/sqft |
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| 1/16/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,550,000$1,471/sqft |
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| 12/23/2025 | Listing removed | $1,550,000$1,471/sqft |
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| 10/21/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,550,000+5.1%$1,471/sqft |
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| 11/22/2021 | Sold | $1,475,000+20.4%$1,399/sqft |
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| 10/30/2018 | Sold | $1,225,000-5.7%$1,162/sqft |
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| 9/4/2018 | Listed for sale | $1,299,000+34.6%$1,232/sqft |
Source: Luxury Residential Group, LLC #72387625 Report a problem | ||
| 6/9/2016 | Sold | $965,000$916/sqft |
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| 4/21/2016 | Pending sale | $965,000$916/sqft |
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| 4/20/2016 | Listed for sale | $965,000+20.8%$916/sqft |
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| 4/20/2016 | Listing removed | $3,950-8.1%$4/sqft |
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| 3/19/2016 | Listed for rent | $4,300+13.2%$4/sqft |
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| 1/23/2015 | Sold | $799,000$758/sqft |
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| 9/21/2014 | Listed for sale | $799,000+1.8%$758/sqft |
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| 5/13/2013 | Listing removed | $785,000$745/sqft |
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| 4/23/2013 | Price change | $785,000-1.3%$745/sqft |
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| 3/29/2013 | Listed for sale | $795,000+6%$754/sqft |
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| 8/25/2012 | Listing removed | $3,800$4/sqft |
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| 7/13/2012 | Listed for rent | $3,800$4/sqft |
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| 6/2/2012 | Listing removed | $3,800$4/sqft |
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| 3/24/2012 | Listing removed | $750,000$712/sqft |
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| 10/30/2011 | Price change | $3,800+8.6%$4/sqft |
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| 10/17/2011 | Listed for sale | $750,000+41.5%$712/sqft |
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| 10/13/2011 | Price change | $3,500-5.4%$3/sqft |
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| 9/20/2011 | Price change | $3,700+5.7%$4/sqft |
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| 8/16/2011 | Listed for rent | $3,500$3/sqft |
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| 9/29/2009 | Sold | $530,000$503/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $15,970 +8.1% | $1,463,800 +4.2% |
| 2024 | $14,776 +2.8% | $1,404,600 +1.1% |
| 2023 | $14,373 +39.7% | $1,390,000 +37.5% |
| 2022 | $10,290 -0.1% | $1,010,800 |
| 2021 | $10,300 +1% | $1,010,800 0% |
| 2020 | $10,201 +12.1% | $1,011,000 +19.5% |
| 2019 | $9,100 -12.9% | $845,700 -8.4% |
| 2018 | $10,443 +14% | $923,300 +17.6% |
| 2017 | $9,163 +3.1% | $785,200 +10.7% |
| 2016 | $8,884 | $709,000 |
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Neighborhood: Davis Square
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10West Somerville Neighborhood SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 6/10Somerville High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.7 mi
- 8/10Benjamin G. Brown SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
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- Middlesex County
- Somerville
- 02144
- Davis Square
- 50 Howard St Unit 5
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