18 Forster Street

Somerville, MA 02145

$975,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
1
Bath
1
1/2 Bath
1,954 Sq. Ft.
$499 / Sq. Ft.
1,954
Sq. Ft.
$499
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Rare opportunity to own this single-family house on a lovely corner lot in Somerville! Situated on a tree-lined side street atop Winter Hill, this 3-bed/1.5-bath Colonial offers the updates you want while still keeping the character and warmth that makes this house feel like home. The first-floor space flows from the front entrance with classic staircase and beautiful stained-glass window to the living and dining rooms with crown molding, a new 1/2 bath, and a kitchen with built-in shelving, butcher-block...Rare opportunity to own this single-family house on a lovely corner lot in Somerville! Situated on a tree-lined side street atop Winter Hill, this 3-bed/1.5-bath Colonial offers the updates you want while still keeping the character and warmth that makes this house feel like home. The first-floor space flows from the front entrance with classic staircase and beautiful stained-glass window to the living and dining rooms with crown molding, a new 1/2 bath, and a kitchen with built-in shelving, butcher-block island, and 6-burner range. The second floor features two bedrooms, an office area, more built-in shelving, and a gut-renovated bathroom. The spacious third-floor bedroom boasts seasonal city skyline views and has been updated with new carpet and a ductless heating/cooling unit, with the option to easily add a third bathroom. An absolutely gorgeous patio area completes this serene property. Close to Magoun SQ, GLX stops, MBTA buses, Assembly Row, and easy access to 93. Welcome home!

Listing Agents

  1. Matt Slowik

    Matt Slowik

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

  2. Listed by Santana Team • Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest

Property Details for 18 Forster Street

Town
Somerville
Area
MA-Somerville
Architectural Style
Colonial
Style
Colonial
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Spaces
1.00
Parking Spaces Total
1

Location

Listing Courtesy of Compass, Matt Slowik; Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest, Santana Team

Sold By Keystone Buyer Brokerage, Barbi Harrison

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LISTING UPDATED: 08/05/2022 08:45 AM

Property Details for 18 Forster Street

StatusSold
MLS #72487396
Days on Market19
Taxes$6,857 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1900
CountyMiddlesex County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Compass, Matt Slowik; Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest, Santana Team

Sold By Keystone Buyer Brokerage, Barbi Harrison

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Building Information for 18 Forster Street

Stories-Year Built1900Building Size-Lot Size0.06 AC / 2,640 SF

Payment Calculator

$5,892 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$5,321

Property Taxes

$571

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 18 Forster Street

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Park, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 1954.0
  • Color: White
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate,Renovated Since
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Utility Connections for Gas Range
  • Basement Features: Full, Interior Access, Concrete Floor, Unfinished Basement
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 1
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • FireplaceYN: No
  • Fireplaces: 0
  • Flooring: Laminate, Hardwood, Parquet
  • Primary Bath: No
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Porch, Patio
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Patio
  • Roof Material: Shingle
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: Ductless Mini-Split System
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas, Ductless
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range
  • Water: Public
Property Information
Property Info
  • UFFI: No
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Disclosures: AC only on third floor. Compost bin and rain barrel included with the sale. Table saw and chest freezer are excluded from sale. Taxes do not include residential exemption.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: M:48 B:F L:3,754747
  • Assessments: $637,300
  • Book: 70020
  • Tax Year: 2019
  • Zoning: RA
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 3
Other Building Characteristics
  • Accessibility Features: No
  • Foundation: Stone, Brick/Mortar
  • Cooling Zones: 1
  • Heat Zones: 2
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5%
  • Other Agent Compensation: 2.5%

Property History for 18 Forster Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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

Public Records for 18 Forster Street

Taxable ValueLand$359,200Additions$674,200Total$1,033,400
Tax Record2024$10,871 ($906 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,954 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,954 SqFtStories3Lot Size2,640 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1900ZoningRACountyMIDDLESEXAPNSOME M:48 B:F L:3

Schools near 18 Forster Street

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 - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Winter Hill Community School
PublicPK to 8

Somerville High School
Public9 to 12

Arthur D. Healey School
PublicPK to 8

Full Circle High School
Public9 to 12

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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Listing Courtesy of Compass, Matt Slowik; Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest, Santana Team

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