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$645,000

40 Highland Ave # 2, Somerville MA 02143
Somerville, MA 02143
Listed by Le Cao
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
1
Living area
968 sqft
Year built
1895

About this home

Spacious, flexible, and generously proportioned, this light-filled residence offers a versatile 1-bedroom + office layout in an exceptionally convenient Somerville location. Directly across from the Somerville Public Library and steps to the T and bus, it is moments from Union Square, Assembly Row, and Davis Square, yet peacefully set back from the street on the serene, airy courtyard side of the building. Nearly 1,000 square feet of living space provides plenty of room to live, work, host, and entertain. The thoughtfully designed interior features beautiful hardwood floors and abundant natural light, with three exposures in the living area. The dedicated office is exceptionally versatile and can easily function as a work-from-home space, guest bedroom, or additional living area. The inviting kitchen features stainless steel appliances, ample cabinetry, and a distinctive herringbone butcher-block countertop that adds warmth and character. It opens naturally to the dining area and connects to a charming balcony overlooking the shared courtyard. The spacious bedroom comfortably accommodates a king-size bed and is complemented by a full bath with in-unit laundry. Additional highlights include new HVAC with central air conditioning, generous private basement storage, and access to a shared yard with grill. Ideally situated along Highland Avenue, the home places all of Somerville's restaurants, shops, cafés, parks, and public transportation all within easy reach. 5.125% ARM rate available to qualified buyers! With its generous proportions, flexible floor plan, abundant natural light, and unbeatable location, this is a home that offers exceptional versatility for urban living.

Property details

MLS #
73585310
Property type
Condominium
Subdivision
N/A
Status
Active
Days on market
1
On market date
October 1, 2026
Stories
1
Total bathrooms
1
Garage spaces
N/A
Parking spaces
N/A
Lot size
N/A
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card (e.g. NC Dept. of Public Instruction, SC Report Card).

Elementary
E Somerville Community
0.44 mi away · Grades 0-8
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
4.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
697
Student:teacher ratio
13.7:1
District
Somerville
Middle
Next Wave Junior High
0.43 mi away · Grades 7-8
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
5.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
18
Student:teacher ratio
9.0:1
District
Somerville
High
Somerville High
0.17 mi away · Grades 9-12
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
5.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
1,304
Student:teacher ratio
11.0:1
District
Somerville

Walkability

Blended score for Somerville's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).

91
Highly walkable
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
16.8 / 20 -- Most walkable
Google Places amenity density
100 / 100
Restaurants & cafes20
Grocery stores20
Parks20
Schools20
Transit stops20
Pharmacies11

Market position

How this listing compares to current activity in Somerville, from live MLS data.

On the market 1 days -- 84 fewer days than Somerville's current average of 85 days.
For reference, the median list price across 850 active listings in Somerville right now is $414,948.

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$129,000 down
$516,000 loan
Principal & interest$3,347
Property tax (est.)$538
Home insurance (est.)$150

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