70 Oxford St

Somerville, MA 02143

$2,500,000
Price
5
Beds
3,550 Sq. Ft.
$704 / Sq. Ft.
3,550
Sq. Ft.
$704
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Set on a quiet tree-lined street in Somerville’s sought-after Spring Hill neighborhood, this grand Victorian blends timeless character with exceptional scale, charm, and flexibility. Situated on a nearly 6,500 sq ft lot, the home features soaring ceilings, oversized windows, beautiful original detail, and multiple levels of living. A welcoming covered front porch overlooks one of the neighborhood’s most picturesque streets, while the thoughtfully designed kitchen with Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances...Set on a quiet tree-lined street in Somerville’s sought-after Spring Hill neighborhood, this grand Victorian blends timeless character with exceptional scale, charm, and flexibility. Situated on a nearly 6,500 sq ft lot, the home features soaring ceilings, oversized windows, beautiful original detail, and multiple levels of living. A welcoming covered front porch overlooks one of the neighborhood’s most picturesque streets, while the thoughtfully designed kitchen with Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances opens seamlessly to the dining area and large rear deck overlooking the deep private backyard framed by mature trees, including a striking holly tree that stays green year-round. The 2nd floor offers 3 bedrooms plus an office and full bath. The oversized top-floor primary suite includes space ready for a future spa-like bath. Walk-out lower level functions well as an in-law suite or potential ADU with space for an accessory kitchen. Moments to Union Sq, Porter Sq, Harvard, & the Green Line.
  1. Listed by The Moving Greater Boston Team • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Warren Residential
  2. Listed by Joshua Stephens • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Warren Residential

Property Details for 70 Oxford Street

Town
Somerville
MLS Area
Spring Hill
Area
MA-Somerville-Spring Hill, MA-Somerville
Architectural Style
Victorian
Style
Victorian
Garage Spaces
0
Open Parking Spaces
3.00
Parking Spaces Total
3
LISTING UPDATED: 05/29/2026 03:08 AM

Property Details for 70 Oxford Street

StatusActive
MLS #73523420
Days on Market21
Taxes$15,786 / year
HOA Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1885
CountyMiddlesex County
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Location

Listing Courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Warren Residential, The Moving Greater Boston Team; Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Warren Residential, Joshua Stephens
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Building Information for 70 Oxford Street

Stories-Year Built1885Building Size-Lot Size0.15 AC / 6,467 SF

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$12,458

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General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Park, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Living Area: 3550.0
  • SqFt with Basement: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Renovated Since
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Neighborhood: Spring Hill
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement Features: Full, Walk Out
  • Num of Baths: 3.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 2
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Brick
  • Exterior Features: Porch, Deck, Fenced Yard
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Porch, Deck
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck
  • Roof Material: Shingle
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range
  • Water: Public
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: M:51 B:A L:9,755183
  • Assessments: $1,446,900
  • Book: 60272
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: RA
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 5
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Stone, Brick/Mortar
  • Cooling Zones: 2
  • Heat Zones: 2
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 70 Oxford Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 25, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73523420

$2,500,000—
Oct 17, 2012

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #340523160

$540,000

+1.8276073224738445e+22% / yr

Oct 17, 2012

Sold

MLS PIN #71410007

$540,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/25/2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73523420

$2,500,000
10/17/2012

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #340523160

$540,000

+1.8276073224738445e+22% / yr

10/17/2012

Sold

MLS PIN #71410007

$540,000

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

Public Records for 70 Oxford Street

Taxable ValueLand$571,900Additions$875,000Total$1,446,900
Tax Record2025$15,786 ($1,316 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,661 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,661 SqFtStories3Lot Size6,467 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1885ZoningRACountyMIDDLESEXAPNSOME M:51 B:A L:9Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 70 Oxford Street

This home is within Somerville School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Winter Hill Community School
Public - PK to 8
Somerville High School
Public - 9 to 12
Albert F. Argenziano School At Lincoln Park
Public - PK to 8
John F. Kennedy Elementary School
Public - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Winter Hill Community School
PublicPK to 8

Somerville High School
Public9 to 12

Albert F. Argenziano School At Lincoln Park
PublicPK to 8

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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More information about 70 Oxford Street, Somerville, MA 02143

70 Oxford Street is a single family home for sale in Somerville, MA 02143. This property was listed for sale on May 25, 2026 by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Warren Residential, it's currently listed at $2,500,000. It has been on the market for a total of 21 days and was last sold on October 17, 2012. This listing's school district is Somerville School District. Nearby schools include Winter Hill Community School, Somerville High School and Albert F. Argenziano School At Lincoln Park. 70 Oxford Street is a 5-bed, 3-bath, 3,550 sqft single family home built in 1885.

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