248 Summer Street, Unit 1
Somerville, Massachusetts 02143
$500,000
Beautiful Porter Square one-bedroom condo with garage parking and a gorgeous outdoor oasis. Nestled on a tree-lined street in between Porter Square and Davis Square, lies an updated and well-cared-for condo with 4 rooms of spacious living. This well-laid out home features high ceilings, plenty of natural light, and original period detailing including hardwood flooring, wainscoting, an ornamental mantel, and ceiling pendants. Upon entering the condo, you will find a spacious vestibule that makes for a perfect mudroom or office. From there, enter the oversized kitchen that boasts updated birch cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, double pantry closets, a center island, and plenty of space for dining. Off of the kitchen you will find a cozy, sun-filled living room that features a bay window, a custom built-in, and two closets. An ample sized bedroom with double closet completes the unit. A beautifully manicured common backyard and patio, 2 parking spots, and private laundry and storage make this condo one of a kind. .5 mile to Porter Sq, .7 mile to Davis Sq, two redline T stops, and all the amazing shops and restaurants that Somerville has to offer. This home is a must see.
Property Details
1 bedroom
1 bathroom
737 SF
Showing Information
There are currently no Open Houses scheduled for this property.
In an effort to follow COVID-19 protocols, please refer to the following showing instructions:
Please view the virtual tour and review all property information prior to scheduling a showing.
All visitors please wear masks and socially distance while in and on the property.
Visitors will be asked to use hand sanitizer or be given a fresh pair of gloves before entering the property.
Bathroom facilities may not be used.
All discussions about the property to take place outside so as to keep the interior visits as brief as possible.
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Additional Information:
Property Details:
Living Area: 737 interior sq. ft.
Rooms: 4 total, 1 bedroom, 1 bath
Parking: 1 garage space and 1 outside space (both exclusive)
Year Built: 1910, Converted: 2008
Condo Fee: $216/month
Interior:
Upon entering the condo’s front door, you will be greeted with a spacious mudroom, which could easily be used as a home office.
There are high ceilings and original hardwood flooring, and 3 exposures that brings in lots of natural sunlight.
Enjoy cooking and entertaining in the spacious kitchen complete with updated birch shaker style cabinets, granite countertops, two pantry closets, wainscoting, hanging pot racks, and ample space for a dining table and desk. In addition to the four large windows, overhead and under cabinet lighting make for a well-lit and inviting space. The appliances include a Frigidaire gas range and microwave, and a Maytag refrigerator with bottom freezer. A door off of the kitchen leads to the basement, common backyard, garage, and driveway.
Off of the kitchen, the living room features a bay window with 4 large windows, original pine floors, overhead lighting with a white medallion pendant, custom-built bookshelves, and two closets.
Just off of the living room, the inviting bedroom features random width pine floors, three large windows, overhead lighting with a medallion pendant, and a double wide closet.
The bathroom has ivory tiled walls with a tub and shower. A sink with under cabinet storage along with a mirrored medicine cabinet completes the room.
Systems & Basement:
Heat: Bryant gas-fired forced hot air furnace (2013).
Hot Water: supplied by a gas-fired hot water tank (2017).
Electrical: 100 amps, circuit breakers.
Insulation: MassSave added insulation in 2013.
Laundry: Frigidaire Crown washing machine and Whirlpool electric dryer are included in the sale.
Storage: there is a rectangular storage area assigned for this condo.
Bicycles: there is storage in the basement.
Exterior and Property:
Roof is asphalt shingles and is approximately 10-15 years old.
Exterior is vinyl siding.
Windows are mostly vinyl replacement (all but 1 in kitchen).
Driveway was resurfaced in September ’20.
Parking: 2 exclusive spaces total, one garage space and one additional space in the driveway. Both spaces are closest to the yard. On-street parking available with a residential sticker or guest permit.
The backyard, patio, and pergola are common.
Exterior access to the basement through a bulkhead.
Association & Financial Information:
2-unit association, 100% owner occupied,
The association is self-managed.
Beneficial interest is 40%
Condo Fee: $216/month (as of September '20). This covers water, sewer, master insurance, common electric and routine incidental expenses of around $500/yr (salt for driveway, supplies for minor repairs, etc.)
Condo Account: There was $2,071 in the association's account as of September 2020.
There are no special assessments.
Tax Information: $1,297.60 (FY'21 preliminary tax bill). If the Buyer plans to owner-occupy, a residential exemption can be applied for. In 2020, the discount was $3,269.
Pets are allowed, no restrictions.
There are no restrictions on rentals.
Additional Information:
The two “islands on wheels” in the kitchen are included in the sale. The kitchen table and chairs could also be included.
There are 3 window AC units in the basement that can stay with the property if the buyers ask.
Average electricity bill is $63/month and average gas bill is $41/month, per EverSource.
Sellers would prefer to close on or after November 2nd.
Listing Agents:
Lisa J. Drapkin, Managing Director, 617-930-1288
Todd Denman, Senior Vice President, 617-697-7462