89 Dover St, Somerville, MA 02144
What's special
This 5-bedroom, 3-bath home is ready for it's next owners updates. A rare Davis Square offering, combining period detail, flexible use, an oversized lot, and six off-street parking spaces. From the moment you enter, the home’s architectural character stands out, with beautiful natural woodwork, inlaid-detail fireplaces, substantial moldings, and generously proportioned rooms that showcase the craftsmanship and elegance of an earlier era. The flexible multi-family layout creates opportunities for owner-occupants, investors, multi-generational living, or thoughtful renovation and conversion. Zoned as a two-family and currently used as a single family with rental unit. Outside, the oversized lot provides significantly more usable space than is typical for the area plus a large, private driveway. Both exceptional amenities in Davis Square. Ideally located just moments from the heart of Davis Square, enjoy easy access to an outstanding collection of restaurants, cafés, shops, entertainment, and neighborhood amenities. The Davis Square MBTA Red Line station is at the end of the street, providing convenient access to Harvard Square, Kendall Square, Downtown Boston, and beyond. Tufts University, Porter Square, Cambridge, neighborhood parks, and the Somerville Community Path are also within easy reach. With its rich period character, oversized kitchen, substantial lot, six-car parking, flexible multi-family layout, and exceptional Davis Square location, this is a truly rare opportunity with both immediate appeal and outstanding future potential.
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Living Room
Dining Room
Kitchen
Family Room
Bedroom
Bathroom
Foyer
Bedroom
Bedroom
Kitchen 2
Bathroom
Front Porch
Back Deck
Outdoor 1
Outdoor 2
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
McKenzie Howarth 917-658-4643,
Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton 617-969-2447,
Anne M Kennedy 617-549-1832
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
Bedroom 5
- Level: Second
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Bathroom 1
- Level: Second
Bathroom 2
- Level: Second
Bathroom 3
- Level: First
Heating
- Steam, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,779
- Total interior livable area: 2,779 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,779
- Finished area below ground: 1,580
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Off Street, Paved
- Uncovered spaces: 6
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Deck
- Exterior features: Porch, Deck, Fenced Yard
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 6,720 Square Feet
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 750137
- Zoning: NR
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, T-Station
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Somerville
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $611/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,734,800
- Annual tax amount: $19,048
- Date on market: 9/30/2026
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/20/2026 | Pending sale | $1,699,000$611/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73584268 Report a problem | ||
| 10/6/2026 | Contingent | $1,699,000$611/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73584279 Report a problem | ||
| 9/30/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,699,000+535.1%$611/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73584268 Report a problem | ||
| 11/22/1988 | Sold | $267,500$96/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $18,192 +6% | $1,667,500 +2.2% |
| 2024 | $17,159 +2.4% | $1,631,100 +0.6% |
| 2023 | $16,758 +6.9% | $1,620,700 +5.2% |
| 2022 | $15,681 +3.2% | $1,540,400 +3.3% |
| 2021 | $15,199 +7.7% | $1,491,600 +6.6% |
| 2020 | $14,112 -1.9% | $1,398,600 +4.6% |
| 2019 | $14,387 +7.4% | $1,337,100 +12.9% |
| 2018 | $13,392 +6.5% | $1,184,100 +9.9% |
| 2017 | $12,570 +1.9% | $1,077,100 +9.5% |
| 2016 | $12,330 | $984,000 |
Monthly payment
Estimated market value
$1,654,300
$1.57M - $1.74M
$4,375/mo
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