269 Washington Street

Somerville, MA 02143

$820,000
Last Sold Price
5
Beds
3
Baths
1
1/2 Bath
2,683 Sq. Ft.
$306 / Sq. Ft.
2,683
Sq. Ft.
$306
per Sq. Ft.

Description

A remarkably intact and gorgeously proportioned home in the very heart of Union Square! Originally built in 1870 for John Ashley, a Boston based dealer in lamp fixtures, 269 Washington is a stunning example of the Italianate style and retains its classic and distinctive bracketed cornice. The original staircase greets you warmly at the entry and the front living room has floor to ceiling windows, impressive moldings and a gorgeous, arched, double door. Ceilings on the first floor are a remarkably...A remarkably intact and gorgeously proportioned home in the very heart of Union Square! Originally built in 1870 for John Ashley, a Boston based dealer in lamp fixtures, 269 Washington is a stunning example of the Italianate style and retains its classic and distinctive bracketed cornice. The original staircase greets you warmly at the entry and the front living room has floor to ceiling windows, impressive moldings and a gorgeous, arched, double door. Ceilings on the first floor are a remarkably high 10’ and are approximately 8 1/2’ on the second. A wraparound porch graces the entry and there are decks on all three levels at the rear of the house. Property is currently a legal single family dwelling. Buyers and buyer’s agents to conduct their own due diligence regarding any development possibilities or changes of use. House being sold “As is”, see attached list of disclosures. Seller has asked any offers to be in by Monday Aug 24th.

Listing Agent

  1. Jonathan Mitchell

    Jonathan Mitchell

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    jmitchell@compass.com

    P: 617.834.6668

Property Details for 269 Washington Street

Town
Somerville
MLS Area
Union Square
Area
MA-Somerville-Union Square, MA-Somerville
Architectural Style
Greek Revival
Style
Greek Revival
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Spaces
1.00
Parking Spaces Total
1

Location

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Sold By Blue Door Realty, Steven Azar

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LISTING UPDATED: 08/05/2022 07:08 AM

Property Details for 269 Washington Street

StatusSold
MLS #71889077
Days on Market14
Taxes$7,818 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1870
CountyMiddlesex County

Location

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Sold By Blue Door Realty, Steven Azar

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Building Information for 269 Washington Street

Stories-Year Built1870Building Size-Lot Size0.09 AC / 3,886 SF

Payment Calculator

$5,127 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,475

Property Taxes

$652

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 269 Washington Street

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 2683.0
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Electric Water Heater
  • Basement Features: Full, Partially Finished
  • Num of Baths: 4.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 3
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 3.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 4
  • FireplaceYN: No
  • Fireplaces: 0
  • Flooring: Wood
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Porch, Deck, Deck - Roof, Covered Patio/Deck
  • Lot Description: Easements
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck, Deck - Roof, Covered
  • Roof Material: Shingle, Rubber
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: Paved Drive, Off-Street
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Off-Street
Utilities
  • Cooling: Heat Pump, None
  • Cooling: No
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Central
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: Public
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Disclosures: Right of way easement at Left side of property. See attached marketing insert for further information and additional disclosures. See attached CBRB escrow agreement.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: 74D8,758261
  • Assessments: $620,000
  • Book: 14992
  • Tax Year: 2015
  • Zoning: CBD
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 5
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Block, Stone, Brick/Mortar
  • Heat Zones: 6
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5
  • Other Agent Compensation: 2.5

Property History for 269 Washington 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 269 Washington Street

Taxable ValueLand$608,800Additions$882,900Total$1,491,700
Tax Record2024$15,693 ($1,308 / month)
Home Facts
Baths3Total Finished SqFt2,283 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,283 SqFtStories2Lot Size3,886 SqFtStyleDuplexYear Built1900ZoningCBDCountyMIDDLESEXAPNSOME M:74 B:D L:8

Schools near 269 Washington Street

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

E Somerville Community
PublicK to 8

Next Wave Junior High School
Public7 to 8

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