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20 Alston St #20 Somerville — Photo 1 of 22

20 Alston St #20 Somerville — Photo 1 of 22

$889,000

20 Alston St #20, Somerville, MA 02143

Somerville, MA 02143

Beds

3

Baths

2

SqFt

1,606

Style

Condominium

Built

1900

Prime Location | Transit Access | City ViewsIdeally located along the Commuter Path, this fully renovated home offers exceptional access to Somerville, Cambridge, and Boston. Just a 5-mins to E Somerville Green Line Station, 10 mins to Union Square, with easy access to Route 28 and I-93. Tufts University is just 4 stops away, with convenient connections to Cambridge, Harvard, and MIT.This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home plus a bonus room offers flexible space for a home office, guest room, or additional use. The open-concept layout features a modern kitchen with waterfall quartz island, LG stainless steel appliances, double gas oven, and Bosch vented hood.Filled with natural light and hardwood floors throughout, the home also offers Boston skyline views and seasonal Fourth of July fireworks views.Move-in ready and thoughtfully updated, this is a compelling opportunity for both owner-occupants and investors in a highly connected, high-demand location.

Market Value Analysis

This Property
Size (SqFt) →Price →
This Property$554/sqft
Local Avg (Somerville)$688/sqft
19% BelowMarket Average

* Analysis is based on 24 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Somerville, MA.

Property Details

Financials

Original Price$889,000
Annual Taxes$6,511
HOA Fee$332.18

Parking

Garage0
Off-Street0

Interior Specifications

Total Rooms7
FireplacesNone
FlooringTile, Vinyl, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
BasementN

Climate & Utilities

HeatingForced Air
CoolingCentral Air
WaterPublic
SewerPublic Sewer

Building & Exterior

ConstructionFrame
RoofRubber
Foundation--
ZoningB-B

Property & Lot

Acres--
SqFt Lot--
Lot Features--

Amenities & Appliances

Range • Dishwasher • Disposal • ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator • Range Hood

Neighborhood

Public Transportation • Shopping • Park • Walk/Jog Trails • Medical Facility • Laundromat

Geography

Floorplan Breakdown

Structural Layout

First
Living RoomDining RoomKitchenMaster BedroomBedroom 2Bathroom 1Bathroom 2
Unknown
Bedroom 3
Living Room
Lvl First

167 x 169

Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled

Dining Room
Lvl First

13.25 x 10.5

Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled

Kitchen
Lvl First

12 x 13.333333333

Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove

Master Bedroom
Lvl First

12 x 13.583333333

Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom 2
Lvl First

13.583333333 x 11.166666666

Bedroom 3
Lvl null

13.583333333 x 11.166666666

Closet, Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom 1
Lvl First

7.5 x 4.75

Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall

Bathroom 2
Lvl First

7 x 4.583333333

Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower

Property History

Listed
$889,000

Aug 20, 2026

MLS® 73566398

Expired
$5,500

Jul 31, 2026

MLS® 73523341

Listed
$5,500

May 24, 2026

MLS® 73523341

Terminated
$5,000

May 13, 2026

MLS® 73486863

Listed
$5,000

Mar 15, 2026

MLS® 73486863

Terminated
$4,500

Nov 14, 2025

MLS® 73436870

Listed
$4,500

Sep 22, 2025

MLS® 73436870

Terminated
$999,900

Jul 23, 2025

MLS® 73364977

Listed
$999,900

Apr 25, 2025

MLS® 73364977

Expired
$1,050,000

Mar 16, 2025

MLS® 73296091

Listed
$1,050,000

Oct 9, 2024

MLS® 73296091

Population

25,513

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)

Median Household Income

$131K

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)

Renter-Occupied Homes

69.0%

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)

New Construction Permits — Middlesex County

2,667 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (-2% vs the prior 12 months) — 1,709 in 5+ unit buildings

U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jun '26)

Full Somerville, MA market report ZIP 02143 market data
Listing Provided By

Listing Agent: Alison Li

Listing Office: Stuart St James, Inc.

MLS® Number: 73566398

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