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  3. Unit 5 42 Bow St, Somerville, MA 02143
Active
175 Days on market
42 Bow St #5 Somerville — Photo 1 of 40

42 Bow St #5 Somerville — Photo 1 of 40

Recent Drop: $80,100

$925,000
$844,900

$844,900

42 Bow St #5, Somerville, MA 02143

Somerville, MA 02143

Beds

2

Baths

2

SqFt

1,003

Style

Condominium

Built

2012

NEW ADJUSTED PRICE + SELLER PAID CLOSING COSTS UP TO $5,000! Use it toward closing costs, a 1-year rate buydown, or potentially lower your upfront costs. Welcome to city living at its best in this stylish top-floor luxury condo with OFF-STREET PARKING in the heart of vibrant Union Square. Rebuilt in 2019 with modern finishes and thoughtful craftsmanship, this home features an open layout, coffered ceiling, recessed lighting, shiplap-accented gas fireplace, and plenty of space to live, work and entertain. The sleek kitchen is made for cooking and gathering, with JennAir stainless steel appliances, wall-mount hood, quartz counters, Carrera marble backsplash, waterfall-edge island with seating for 3, integrated microwave and walk-in pantry. The primary suite offers dual closets and a spa-like bath with double vanity and oversized walk-in shower. A second bedroom is queen-bed friendly, plus convenient in-unit laundry and generous attic storage. Nest thermostat, Wyze doorbell, pet-friendly, owner-occupied building. Step outside and you’re surrounded by everything that makes Somerville so desirable—Bow Market, restaurants, coffee shops, Whole Foods, Market Basket, parks and dog parks. Green Line just minutes away, with Harvard, Davis and Porter Squares all nearby. Your Somerville lifestyle starts here!

Market Value Analysis

This Property
Size (SqFt) →Price →
This Property$842/sqft
Local Avg (Somerville)$832/sqft
1% AboveMarket Average

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

Property Details

Financials

Original Price$925,000
Annual Taxes$9,745
HOA Fee$167

Parking

Garage0
Off-Street1

Interior Specifications

Total Rooms4
Fireplaces1
FlooringWood, Tile
BasementN

Climate & Utilities

HeatingCentral, Forced Air, Natural Gas, Unit Control
CoolingCentral Air
WaterPublic
SewerPublic Sewer

Building & Exterior

Construction--
Roof--
Foundation--
Zoningres

Property & Lot

Acres--
SqFt Lot--
Lot Features--

Amenities & Appliances

Range • Dishwasher • Microwave • Refrigerator • Washer • Dryer

Neighborhood

Public Transportation • Shopping • Park • Medical Facility • Laundromat • Highway Access

Geography

Floorplan Breakdown

Structural Layout

Third
Living RoomDining RoomKitchenMaster BedroomBedroom 2
Unknown
Bathroom 1Bathroom 2
Living Room
Lvl Third

Coffered Ceiling(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Cable Hookup, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled

Dining Room
Lvl Third
Kitchen
Lvl Third

Coffered Ceiling(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Pantry, Countertops - Upgraded, Kitchen Island, Cabinets - Upgraded, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Decorative Molding

Master Bedroom
Lvl Third

Bathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Decorative Molding

Bedroom 2
Lvl Third
Bathroom 1
Lvl null

Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Remodeled

Bathroom 2
Lvl null

Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Remodeled

Property History

Price Drop
$844,900

Was $849,900

Aug 7, 2026

MLS® 73481827

Price Drop
$849,900

Was $875,000

Jun 29, 2026

MLS® 73481827

Price Drop
$875,000

Was $900,000

May 28, 2026

MLS® 73481827

Price Drop
$900,000

Was $925,000

Apr 16, 2026

MLS® 73481827

Listed
$925,000

Mar 3, 2026

MLS® 73481827

Expired
$950,000

Dec 31, 2024

MLS® 73295393

Sold
$3,650

Oct 1, 2024

MLS® 73292795

Listed
$950,000

Sep 26, 2024

MLS® 73295393

Listed
$3,650

Sep 19, 2024

MLS® 73292795

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: Gary Sobel

Listing Office: Keller Williams Boston Metrowest

MLS® Number: 73481827

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