50 Howard St, Unit 5

$1,550,000
Price
1
Bed
1,054 Sq. Ft.
$1,471 / Sq. Ft.
1,054
Sq. Ft.
$1,471
per Sq. Ft.

Description

A Penthouse in the Sky. Welcome to your private oasis in Davis Square. This one-of-a-kind unit at the sought after Davis Lofts community offers the ultimate indoor-outdoor lifestyle, surrounded on three sides by approx. 1,000 SF of newly designed outdoor space. Reimagined with lush greenery, custom planters, and built-in seating, the multiple terraces offers space for lounging, dining, or yoga, creating a tranquil retreat and quiet escape from the urban bustle below. Inside, find a modern open layout...A Penthouse in the Sky. Welcome to your private oasis in Davis Square. This one-of-a-kind unit at the sought after Davis Lofts community offers the ultimate indoor-outdoor lifestyle, surrounded on three sides by approx. 1,000 SF of newly designed outdoor space. Reimagined with lush greenery, custom planters, and built-in seating, the multiple terraces offers space for lounging, dining, or yoga, creating a tranquil retreat and quiet escape from the urban bustle below. Inside, find a modern open layout featuring a stunning kitchen with soapstone counters & high-end appliances, and a spa-like bath w/ soaking tub and steam shower. Two garage-style doors open to the decks for a light-filled cross breeze flowing through your home. This unit includes automated blinds, A/C, radiant heat flooring, and deeded garage parking. Close proximity to the Minuteman Path, Red Line, and all Davis Square has to offer. This is truly a penthouse escape: peaceful, quiet, and unlike anything else in the city.

Property Details for 50 Howard Street, Unit 5

Town
Somerville
Area
MA-Somerville
Style
Loft, Garden
Garage Spaces
1
Parking Spaces
.00
Parking Spaces Total
1
Unit Placement
Upper, Top/Penthouse
LISTING UPDATED: 10/25/2025 03:06 AM

Property Details for 50 Howard Street, Unit 5

StatusActive
MLS #73445814
Days on Market62
Taxes$15,970 / year
HOA Fees$591
Compass TypeCondo
MLS TypeCondominium/Co-Op / Condo
Year Built2004
CountyMiddlesex County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston, Ricardo Rodriguez & Associates Group; Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston, Ricardo Rodriguez
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Building Information for 50 Howard Street, Unit 5

Building/ComplexDavis Lofts CondominiumFloor3Stories1Residences29Pet PolicyAllowedPet Policy Details-Year Built2004

Payment Calculator

$9,581 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$7,659

Property Taxes

$1,331

HOA Dues

$591

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Property Information for 50 Howard Street, Unit 5

General Details
Property Details
  • Association Amenities: Hot Water
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Living Area: 1054.0
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Total Units: 29
  • Type of Condo: Condo
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement Features: N
  • Common Walls: Top/Penthouse
  • Num of Baths: 1.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 1
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Tile, Concrete
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Entry Location: Upper
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Garden, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System
  • Exterior Features: Garden Area, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Deck
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Structure Type: Loft
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Attached, Under, Deeded
  • Parking Features: Attached, Under, Deeded
  • Parking Features: Deeded
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Natural Gas, Radiant
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven
  • Water: Public
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Disclosures: taxes do not reflect residential exemption. One pet per unit.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: 4746099
  • Assessments: $1,463,800
  • Book: 79202
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: R
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 1
  • Total Living Levels: 1
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Gas, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash
  • Complex Name: Davis Lofts Condominium
  • Management: Professional - On Site
  • Adult Community: No
Unit Information
Unit Information
  • Unit Building: 5
  • Unit Floor Level Integer: 3.0

Property History for 50 Howard Street, Unit 5

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 21, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73445814

$1,550,000—
Nov 22, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1477911954

$1,475,000

+6.2% / yr

Nov 22, 2021

Sold

MLS PIN #72819562

$1,475,000—
Sep 5, 2021

Contingent

MLS PIN #72819562

—
Apr 23, 2021

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72819562

$1,599,000—
Oct 30, 2018

Sold

MLS PIN #72387625

$1,225,000—
Oct 23, 2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #634328806

$1,225,000

+10.6% / yr

Sep 13, 2018

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #72387625

—
Sep 13, 2018

Contingent

MLS PIN #72387625

—
Sep 4, 2018

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72387625

$1,299,000—
Jun 9, 2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #572897710

$965,000

+9.4% / yr

Jun 9, 2016

Sold

MLS PIN #71991432

$965,000—
Apr 20, 2016

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #71991432

—
Apr 20, 2016

Contingent

MLS PIN #71991432

—
Apr 20, 2016

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71991432

$965,000—
Nov 30, 2014

Expired

MLS PIN #71746587

$799,000—
Sep 21, 2014

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71746587

$799,000—
Jul 1, 2013

Expired

MLS PIN #71499607

$785,000—
Mar 28, 2013

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71499607

$795,000—
Apr 16, 2012

Canceled

MLS PIN #71300528

$750,000—
Oct 13, 2011

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71300528

$750,000—
Jun 6, 2011

Canceled

MLS PIN #71205723

$775,000—
Mar 25, 2011

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71205723

$775,000—
Sep 29, 2009

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #276794473

$530,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/21/2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73445814

$1,550,000
11/22/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1477911954

$1,475,000

+6.2% / yr

11/22/2021

Sold

MLS PIN #72819562

$1,475,000
09/05/2021

Contingent

MLS PIN #72819562

—
04/23/2021

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72819562

$1,599,000
10/30/2018

Sold

MLS PIN #72387625

$1,225,000
10/23/2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #634328806

$1,225,000

+10.6% / yr

09/13/2018

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #72387625

—
09/13/2018

Contingent

MLS PIN #72387625

—
09/04/2018

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72387625

$1,299,000
06/09/2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #572897710

$965,000

+9.4% / yr

06/09/2016

Sold

MLS PIN #71991432

$965,000
04/20/2016

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #71991432

—
04/20/2016

Contingent

MLS PIN #71991432

—
04/20/2016

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71991432

$965,000
11/30/2014

Expired

MLS PIN #71746587

$799,000
09/21/2014

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71746587

$799,000
07/01/2013

Expired

MLS PIN #71499607

$785,000
03/28/2013

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71499607

$795,000
04/16/2012

Canceled

MLS PIN #71300528

$750,000
10/13/2011

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71300528

$750,000
06/06/2011

Canceled

MLS PIN #71205723

$775,000
03/25/2011

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71205723

$775,000
09/29/2009

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #276794473

$530,000

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

Public Records for 50 Howard Street, Unit 5

Taxable ValueLand-Additions$1,463,800Total-
Tax Record2025$15,970 ($1,331 / month)
Home Facts
Beds1Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,054 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,054 SqFtStories1StyleCondominiumYear Built2004CountyMIDDLESEXAPNSOME M:17 B:A L:58 U:50-5

Schools near 50 Howard Street, Unit 5

This home is within Somerville School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 5
Public - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
West Somerville Neighborhood School
PublicPK to 8

Somerville High School
Public9 to 12

Benjamin G. Brown School
PublicK to 5

John F. Kennedy Elementary School
PublicPK 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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50 Howard Street, Unit 5 is a condo for sale in Somerville, MA 02144. This property was listed for sale on October 21, 2025 by Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston, it's currently listed at $1,550,000. It has been on the market for a total of 62 days and was last sold on November 22, 2021. This listing's school district is Somerville School District. Nearby schools include West Somerville Neighborhood School, Somerville High School and Benjamin G. Brown School. 50 Howard Street, Unit 5 is a 1-bed, 1-bath, 1,054 sqft condo built in 2004.

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Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston, Ricardo Rodriguez & Associates Group; Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston, Ricardo Rodriguez

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