42 Bow St, Unit 5

1,003 Sq. Ft.
$897 / Sq. Ft.
1,003
Sq. Ft.
$897
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to this stunning top floor condo in the heart of UNION SQUARE! This gorgeous unit was fully renovated & designed for the ultimate modern lifestyle in 2019!. Freshly painted, well-maintained, & filled w/ natural light, living space stands out w/ gas fireplace, coffer ceilings, & high-style custom molding. Chef’s kitchen features JennAir appliances, Carrara marble backsplash, quartz countertops/island, & a walk-in pantry. The primary bedroom offers 2 closets, en suite w/ double vanities & spacious...Welcome to this stunning top floor condo in the heart of UNION SQUARE! This gorgeous unit was fully renovated & designed for the ultimate modern lifestyle in 2019!. Freshly painted, well-maintained, & filled w/ natural light, living space stands out w/ gas fireplace, coffer ceilings, & high-style custom molding. Chef’s kitchen features JennAir appliances, Carrara marble backsplash, quartz countertops/island, & a walk-in pantry. The primary bedroom offers 2 closets, en suite w/ double vanities & spacious walk-in shower. 2nd bedroom is queen-bed friendly w/ plenty of closet space. Pull-down attic storage. Stacked in-unit washer/dryer. 1 assigned parking that can double as a private outdoor retreat. Pet friendly (2 pets & <50 lbs). Nest thermostat & Wyze doorbell. A foodie paradise w/ Bow Market around the corner - cool eats, shopping & more. Market Basket, Whole Foods, playgrounds & dog parks at your doorstep. New Green D Line T mins away. Harvard, Sq, Davis Sq & Porter Sq nearby.
  1. Listed by Gary Sobel • Keller Williams Boston MetroWest
  2. Listed by Fay Wong • Keller Williams Boston MetroWest

Property Details for 42 Bow Street, Unit 5

Town
Somerville
Area
MA-Somerville
Style
Low-Rise
Garage Spaces
0
Open Parking Spaces
1.00
Parking Spaces Total
1
Unit Placement
Top/Penthouse
LISTING UPDATED: 05/19/2026 07:26 AM

Property Details for 42 Bow Street, Unit 5

StatusActive
MLS #73481827
Days on Market80
Taxes$9,745 / year
HOA Fees$167
Property TypeCondo
MLS TypeCondominium/Co-Op / Condo
Year Built2012
CountyMiddlesex County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Keller Williams Boston MetroWest, Gary Sobel; Keller Williams Boston MetroWest, Fay Wong
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Building Information for 42 Bow Street, Unit 5

Building/Complex42 Bow StFloor3Stories3Residences5Pet PolicyAllowedPet Policy Details-Year Built2012

Payment Calculator

$5,464 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,485

Property Taxes

$812

HOA Dues

$167

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Property Information for 42 Bow Street, Unit 5

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Living Area: 1003.0
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Total Units: 5
  • Type of Condo: Condo
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Renovated Since
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement Features: N
  • Common Walls: Top/Penthouse
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 2
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • DoorFeatures: Insulated Doors
  • FireplaceFeatures: Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile
  • Interior Features: Internet Available - Broadband
  • Interior Features: Internet Available - Broadband
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Closet, Third Floor, In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: City View(s)
  • Exterior Features: City View(s)
  • Structure Type: Low-Rise
  • View: City
  • View: Yes
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: Off-Street, Assigned, Paved Driveway, Exclusive Parking
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Assigned, Paved Driveway, Exclusive Parking
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Assigned, Paved Driveway, Exclusive Parking
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: 100 Amp Service
  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat
  • Heating: Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas, Unit Control
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Decorative Molding
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Third Floor
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled
  • Bedroom2 Level: Third
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Remodeled
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Remodeled
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Level: Third
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Features: 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
  • Kitchen Level: Third
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Features: Coffered Ceiling(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Cable Hookup,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled
  • Room Living Room Level: Third
Property Information
Property Info
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Disclosures: Photos from prior staging. All property info from public record and/or provided by sellers. Buyer/buyer's agent to perform their own due diligence & confirm items in listing. HOA fee includes water/sewer for common building. Each unit pays its own water/sewer. Top floor unit provides attic storage.
Tax Information
  • Listing Terms: Contract
  • Tax ID: M:74 B:C L:6 U:5,5122369
  • Assessments: $893,200
  • Block: C
  • Book: 0
  • Map: 74
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: res
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 2
  • Total Living Levels: 3
Other Building Characteristics
  • Cooling Zones: 1
  • Heat Zones: 1
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Fee Includes: Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal
  • Complex Complete: Yes
  • Management: Owner Association
  • Adult Community: No
Unit Information
Unit Information
  • Unit Building: 5
  • Unit Floor Level Integer: 3.0

Property History for 42 Bow Street, Unit 5

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 16, 2026

Price Change

MLS PIN #73481827

$900,000
Mar 3, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73481827

$925,000
Dec 31, 2024

Expired

MLS PIN #73295393

$950,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/16/2026

Price Change

MLS PIN #73481827

$900,000
03/03/2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73481827

$925,000
12/31/2024

Expired

MLS PIN #73295393

$950,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 42 Bow Street, Unit 5

Taxable ValueLand-Additions$893,200Total-
Tax Record2025$9,745 ($812 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,003 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,003 SqFtStories3StyleCondominiumYear Built2012CountyMIDDLESEXAPNSOME M:74 B:C L:6 U:5

Schools near 42 Bow Street, Unit 5

This home is within Somerville School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 8
Public - 7 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Somerville High School
Public9 to 12

East Somerville Community School
PublicPK to 8

Next Wave Junior High School
Public7 to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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42 Bow Street, Unit 5 is a condo for sale in Somerville, MA 02143. This property was listed for sale on March 3, 2026 by Keller Williams Boston MetroWest, it's currently listed at $900,000. It has been on the market for a total of 80 days and was last sold on April 9, 2019. This listing's school district is Somerville School District. Nearby schools include Albert F. Argenziano School At Lincoln Park, Somerville High School and East Somerville Community School. 42 Bow Street, Unit 5 is a 2-bed, 2-bath, 1,003 sqft condo built in 2012.

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Listing Courtesy of Keller Williams Boston MetroWest, Gary Sobel; Keller Williams Boston MetroWest, Fay Wong

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