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5 Willow Ave, Somerville, MA 02144

$2,174,000

Last sold 05/30/2025 for $2.3M

4
bed
2
bath
2,876
Sqft ($800/Sqft)

House not for sale

About 5 Willow Ave

Property type House

Neighborhood

Year built 1900

HOA fee $0/month

Lot size 6,027 Sqft

Movoto estimate

Parking 3 garage spaces

Rental estimate

Property description

Victorian Gem! Enchanting period details thoughtfully blend with modern features in this single family with a peaceful garden nestled between Porter & Davis Square. Relax by the wood stove in double parlor living room w/ pocket doors & beautiful woodwork enveloped in soft warm light. Chef's kitchen w/ custom birch cabinetry, SS appliances & granite counters overlooks private patio designed to entertain with ease. Surrounding garden includes established magnolia, cherry, birch, dogwood, Japanese maple & elm trees. 2nd level covered porch provides serene retreat hidden by lush foliage. Unload provisions from driveway & 3 car garage to covered back porch w/ heated mud room to kitchen. Modern updates throughout include 2 beautiful full baths, home office & large finished laundry. Ideally located a few blocks from Community Path, vibrant cafes & shops. Close to MBTA Red & Green lines in Porter, Davis & Ball Square for convenient commute to Tufts, Lesley, Harvard, MIT and downtown Boston.

Listed by

Listing Agent - Tamela Roche

Listing Office - RE/MAX Real Estate Center

Source: MLS Property Information Network, Inc.

MLS#73374414 • last updated 1 year ago

Movoto checked MLS Property Information Network, Inc. for data 6 minutes ago

Overview
Cooling/AC	Central Air
Heating	Hot Water, Steam, Natural Gas
Levels/Style	Victorian
MLS #	73374414
Type	Residential
Status	Active
SubType	Single Family Residence
SqFt	2876
Lot Size (SqFt)	6027
Lot Size (Acres)	0.14
Annual Property Tax	16020.89
Year Built	1900
Property Condition	Updated/Remodeled, Remodeled

Interior
Bathroom 2	Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Lighting - Sconce, Pocket Door, Soaking Tub
Total # of Bathrooms	2
Bathroom 1	Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled
# Full Baths	2
Total # of Bedrooms	4
Bedroom 3	Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Remodeled, Lighting - Overhead
Bedroom 4	Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Cedar Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Remodeled, Lighting - Overhead
Bedroom 2	Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Dressing Room, Remodeled, Lighting - Overhead, Pocket Door
Basement	Full, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Concrete
Office	Skylight, Ceiling - Cathedral, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Overhead
Family Room	Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Remodeled, Crown Molding, Pocket Door, 17.2
Living Room	Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Remodeled, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding, Pocket Door
Dining Room	First, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Remodeled, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding
Total # of Rooms	8
Laundry	Dryer Hookup - Gas, Washer Hookup, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Electric Dryer Hookup, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Sink, In Basement, Gas Dryer Hookup
Kitchen	Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances, Pocket Door
Flooring	Tile, Concrete, Bamboo, Hardwood, Stone / Slate, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Appliances	Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Washer/Dryer, Range Hood, Plumbed For Ice Maker
# Fireplaces	1
Interior Features	Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding, Recessed Lighting, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Open Floorplan, Entrance Foyer, Mud Room, Home Office, Internet Available - Broadband
Fireplace	Family Room
Door Features	Storm Door(s)
Window Features	Window(s) - Stained Glass, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Skylight, Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s)

Exterior
Foundation	Stone
Roof	Shingle
# Covered Spaces	3
Parking Desc	Detached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Off Street, Tandem, Driveway
# Parking Spaces	3
# Garage Spaces	3
Exterior Features	Porch, Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Decorative Lighting, Fenced Yard, Garden
Patio/ Porch	Porch, Patio
Fencing	Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced

Amenities / Utilities
Sewer	Public Sewer
Green Features: Energy Efficiency	Thermostat
Utilities	For Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Gas Dryer, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Electricity	Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Water Source	Public

Location
County	Middlesex
Community Features	Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Zoning	NR
APN	751549
Directions	Near The Corner Of Elm Street & Willow Ave Between Porter & Davis Square

Lot/ Land Details
Road Frontage	Public

$2.17M

Range: $1.82M-$2.52M

Last 30 days

Rental est.: $3,950/month

• Gross rent multiplier: 48.5

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Jul 2025
MLS # 73374414
Jul 17, 2025 Sold
$2,300,000 (+1.1%)
May 30, 2025 Active
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May 14, 2025 Listed
$2,275,000 (+153.1%)
Dec 2011
Public Records
Dec 16, 2011 Sold
$899,000
Oct 2011
MLS # 71296914
Oct 5, 2011 Listed
$899,000

Year Property taxes Tax assessment
2025
$20,125 +7.0%

$1,844,600 +3.14%
2024
$18,814 +6.9%

$1,788,400 +5.03%
2023
$17,606 +7.8%

$1,702,700 +6.12%
2022
$16,334 +4.3%

$1,604,500 +4.41%
2021
$15,660 +4.4%

$1,536,800 +3.35%
2020
$15,004 -0.8%

$1,487,000 +5.78%
2019
$15,126 +5.7%

$1,405,800 +11.13%
2018
$14,307 +6.2%

$1,265,000 +9.54%
2017
$13,477 +4.3%

$1,154,800
2016
$12,917

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5 Willow Ave
$2.3M
Davis Square
$1.25M +42% y/y
02144
$1.28M +1% y/y
Somerville
$949K +5% y/y

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Statistics calculated by Movoto

	Est. value	Bed/bath	Sqft	mi
11 Willow Ave, Somerville, MA 02144	$1,656,000	5/2	2,365	0.01
15 Willow Ave, Somerville, MA 02144	$1,341,000	4/1	1,981	0.02
24 Banks St, Somerville, MA 02144	$2,103,000	5/2	2,637	0.04
24 Beech St, Cambridge, MA 02140	$2,649,000	5/2	1,982	0.04
9 Banks St, Somerville, MA 02144	$1,569,000	3/1	1,818	0.04
22 Beech St, Cambridge, MA 02140	$2,200,000	3/3	1,928	0.04
136 Elm St, North Cambridge, MA 02140	$1,817,000	3/1	2,310	0.05
156 Elm St, North Cambridge, MA 02140	$2,032,000	4/1	2,106	0.06

Estimated values are based on public record data and automated valuation models. Values are not guaranteed and may not reflect current market conditions.