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28 Forest St

28 Forest St, Somerville, MA, 02143

YEAR BUILT

1890

# STORIES

2

# TOTAL UNITS

8

UNIT SIZE RANGE

1,100-1,700 sqft

Description

28 Forest St sits in Somerville, at the intersection of College Avenue and Powder House Boulevard. This low-rise building has 2 stories and consists of 8 condominium units. Construction dates back to 1890, giving the building a classic touch. Unit sizes range from 1,100 to 1,700 square feet. Most units have either 2 or 3 bedrooms. The starting price for a unit is $875,000. The lowest sold price over the last 12 months is about $1,237,000, with an average closed price of $1,237,000. The average price per square foot is $770. Public transportation and a nearby park are available for outdoor and travel needs. Restaurants like Mixtura and Zoe Inc are not far away. For education, Citron Music serves as a nearby public school. Units spend about 34 days on the market on average. The building has easy access to local roads and highways, enhancing mobility for residents. Parking may also be available for residents. The character of the building blends historic elements with modern living. The structure offers many amenities that support daily routines. Its location near the Mystic River adds a pleasant aspect, although the specific views are not detailed. Overall, 28 Forest St combines urban convenience with a homely feel.

Building ImageMLS ID #73367630
Building ImageMLS ID #73367630
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28 Forest St

28 Forest St, Somerville, MA, 02143

YEAR BUILT

1890

# STORIES

2

# TOTAL UNITS

8

UNIT SIZE RANGE

1,100-1,700 sqft

Description

28 Forest St sits in Somerville, at the intersection of College Avenue and Powder House Boulevard. This low-rise building has 2 stories and consists of 8 condominium units. Construction dates back to 1890, giving the building a classic touch. Unit sizes range from 1,100 to 1,700 square feet. Most units have either 2 or 3 bedrooms. The starting price for a unit is $875,000. The lowest sold price over the last 12 months is about $1,237,000, with an average closed price of $1,237,000. The average price per square foot is $770. Public transportation and a nearby park are available for outdoor and travel needs. Restaurants like Mixtura and Zoe Inc are not far away. For education, Citron Music serves as a nearby public school. Units spend about 34 days on the market on average. The building has easy access to local roads and highways, enhancing mobility for residents. Parking may also be available for residents. The character of the building blends historic elements with modern living. The structure offers many amenities that support daily routines. Its location near the Mystic River adds a pleasant aspect, although the specific views are not detailed. Overall, 28 Forest St combines urban convenience with a homely feel.

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Description

28 Forest St sits in Somerville, at the intersection of College Avenue and Powder House Boulevard. This low-rise building has 2 stories and consists of 8 condominium units. Construction dates back to 1890, giving the building a classic touch. Unit sizes range from 1,100 to 1,700 square feet. Most units have either 2 or 3 bedrooms. The starting price for a unit is $875,000. The lowest sold price over the last 12 months is about $1,237,000, with an average closed price of $1,237,000. The average price per square foot is $770. Public transportation and a nearby park are available for outdoor and travel needs. Restaurants like Mixtura and Zoe Inc are not far away. For education, Citron Music serves as a nearby public school. Units spend about 34 days on the market on average. The building has easy access to local roads and highways, enhancing mobility for residents. Parking may also be available for residents. The character of the building blends historic elements with modern living. The structure offers many amenities that support daily routines. Its location near the Mystic River adds a pleasant aspect, although the specific views are not detailed. Overall, 28 Forest St combines urban convenience with a homely feel.

28 Forest St Market Stats Last 12 months

Avg. Listed Price$1,150,000($716/Sqft.)
Avg. Sale Price$1,237,000($770/Sqft.)
Year over year list price0.00%
Year over year sale price 0.00%
Total Listings1 Listed
Total sold1 Sold
Average Days on Market34 days
Average HOA fees per sqft-
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Market Stats

Year over year list price0.00%
Year over year sale price0.00%
Total Listings1 Listed
Total sold1 Sold
Average Days on Market34 days
Average HOA fees per sqft-

Glen Gardens Estate Availability & Demand

Unit Availability

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High availability buildings list units frequently.

Unit Availability helps to understand how often units in a particular building are listed for sale as compared with the neighborhood average. Units are rarely listed in buildings with low availability.

Unit Demand

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Units in high-demand buildings sell quicker.

Unit Demand is a measure of quickly units in a particular building sell as compared with other buildings in the neighborhood. Units in high-demand buildings sell more quickly.

For Sale 0 For Sale

28 Forest St Inventory & Sale History

UnitSize (sqft)BedsBathsDays On MarketDateStatusPrice
Unit 22160832332025-06-03
MLS#: 73367630 		Closed$1,237,000
Unit 22160832512017-05-19
MLS#: 72137547 		Closed$875,000
Unit BB160832462015-07-21
MLS#: 71851977 		Closed$875,000
Unit 2
2

3 Beds

2 Baths

1608 sqft

DateStatusPrice
2025-06-03Closed$1,237,000
MLS#: 73367630
Days On Market33
Unit 2
2

3 Beds

2 Baths

1608 sqft

DateStatusPrice
2017-05-19Closed$875,000
MLS#: 72137547
Days On Market51
Unit B
B

3 Beds

2 Baths

1608 sqft

DateStatusPrice
2015-07-21Closed$875,000
MLS#: 71851977
Days On Market46
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Amenities

One of the best parts about living at 28 Forest St is the accessibility to local amenities. Public transportation options abound, making it a breeze to commute to downtown Boston or explore other neighborhoods. Picture yourself just a stone's throw from lush parks where you can unwind after a long day or enjoy a weekend stroll. These amenities make your living experience not just about a home but about a lifestyle infused with vitality and possibility.

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Amenities Description

One of the best parts about living at 28 Forest St is the accessibility to local amenities. Public transportation options abound, making it a breeze to commute to downtown Boston or explore other neighborhoods. Picture yourself just a stone's throw from lush parks where you can unwind after a long day or enjoy a weekend stroll. These amenities make your living experience not just about a home but about a lifestyle infused with vitality and possibility.

Parking
Parking
Locker
Locker
Concierge
Concierge
Elevator(s)
Elevator(s)
Central AC
Central AC
Pool
Pool
Fitness Center
Fitness Center
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Visitors Parking
Visitors Parking

Policies

While settling into a new place, it’s essential to understand the guidelines of the building. 28 Forest St has some restrictions to ensure the community remains harmonious and pleasant for all residents. These policies help maintain the integrity and peaceful atmosphere of your new home, which you'll appreciate as a first-time buyer!

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Amenities Description

While settling into a new place, it’s essential to understand the guidelines of the building. 28 Forest St has some restrictions to ensure the community remains harmonious and pleasant for all residents. These policies help maintain the integrity and peaceful atmosphere of your new home, which you'll appreciate as a first-time buyer!

Pet Allowed
Pet Allowed
BBQ Permitted
BBQ Permitted
Sublet Allowed
Sublet Allowed
Short-term Rental Allowed
Short-term Rental Allowed

Compare with Buildings in the Neighbourhood (Last 12 Months)

Compare building's average price/sq. ft. and HOA fees/sq. ft. to buildings nearby

Building NameAvg price per square footAVG HOA FEE per square foot (Monthly)
28 Forest St$770/sqft.-
3 Newport Rd$832/sqft.$3 /sqft.
Newport Condominiums$810/sqft.$3 /sqft.
7 Newport Rd$810/sqft.$3 /sqft.
55 Sacramento St$983/sqft.$2 /sqft.
55 Sacramento$983/sqft.$2 /sqft.

Nearby Schools

Situated in Porter Square, 28 Forest St is surrounded by schools within a 2-mile radius. Nearby educational options simplify school commutes and daily schedules. Families enjoy improved convenience and accessibility. This well-connected area supports long-term residential living.

Maria L. Baldwin

B+
Public|Grades PK–5
85 Oxford St|0.2 miles away

John F Kennedy

A
Public|Grades PK–8
5 Cherry St|0.29 miles away

St Catherine of Genoa School

--
Private|Grades PK–8
192 Summer St|0.37 miles away

Graham and Parks

B
Public|Grades PK–5
44 Linnaean St|0.46 miles away

Cambridge Rindge and Latin

C
Public|Grades 9–12
459 Broadway|0.78 miles away

Cambridge Friends School

--
Private|Grades PK–8
5 Cadbury Rd|0.79 miles away
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Schools

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Description

Situated in Porter Square, 28 Forest St is surrounded by schools within a 2-mile radius. Nearby educational options simplify school commutes and daily schedules. Families enjoy improved convenience and accessibility. This well-connected area supports long-term residential living.

Maria L. Baldwin

B+
Public|Grades PK–5
85 Oxford St|Less than 1 Mile Away

John F Kennedy

A
Public|Grades PK–8
5 Cherry St|Less than 1 Mile Away

St Catherine of Genoa School

--
Private|Grades PK–8
192 Summer St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Graham and Parks

B
Public|Grades PK–5
44 Linnaean St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Cambridge Rindge and Latin

C
Public|Grades 9–12
459 Broadway|Less than 1 Mile Away

Cambridge Friends School

--
Private|Grades PK–8
5 Cadbury Rd|Less than 1 Mile Away

Peabody

A
Public|Grades PK–5
70 Rindge Ave|Less than 1 Mile Away

Rindge Avenue Upper School

C
Public|Grades 6–8
70 Rindge Ave|Less than 1 Mile Away

Benjamin G Brown

A
Public|Grades KG–5
201 Willow Ave|Less than 1 Mile Away

Wild Rose Montessori School

--
Private|Grades PK–PK
2284 Massachusetts...|Less than 1 Mile Away

Albert F. Argenziano School at Lincoln Park

C-
Public|Grades PK–8
290 Washington St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School

A-
Public|Grades PK–6
21 Notre Dame Ave|Less than 1 Mile Away

Somerville High School

C-
Public|Grades 9–12
81 Highland Ave|Less than 1 Mile Away

Winter Hill Community

B-
Public|Grades PK–8
115 Sycamore St|Less than 1 Mile Away

St Pauls Choir School

--
Private|Grades 3–8
29 Mount Auburn St|Less than 1 Mile Away

John M Tobin

B+
Public|Grades PK–5
197 Vassal Ln|1.24 Miles Away

Vassal Lane Upper School

B
Public|Grades 6–8
197 Vassal Ln|1.24 Miles Away

Putnam Avenue Upper School

C
Public|Grades 6–8
100 Putnam Ave|1.27 Miles Away

Martin Luther King Jr.

A-
Public|Grades PK–5
102 Putnam Ave|1.29 Miles Away

Curtis-Tufts

--
Public|Grades 11–12
437 Main St|1.29 Miles Away

Columbus Elementary School

D
Public|Grades PK–5
37 Hicks Ave|1.33 Miles Away

Arthur D Healey

C-
Public|Grades PK–8
5 Meacham St|1.34 Miles Away

Matignon High School

--
Private|Grades 9–12
1 Matignon Rd|1.38 Miles Away

Buckingham Browne & Nichols School

--
Private|Grades PK–12
80 Gerrys Landing ...|1.38 Miles Away

Cambridgeport

C+
Public|Grades PK–5
89 Elm St|1.42 Miles Away

Prospect Hill Academy Charter School

C
Public|Grades KG–12
50 Essex St|1.43 Miles Away

Full Circle High School

--
Public|Grades 9–12
11 Otis St|1.46 Miles Away

Next Wave Junior High School

--
Public|Grades 7–8
8 Bonair St|1.46 Miles Away

Capuano Early Childhood Center

--
Public|Grades PK–KG
150 Glen St|1.47 Miles Away

E Somerville Community

C
Public|Grades KG–8
50 Cross St|1.50 Miles Away

International School of Boston

--
Private|Grades PK–12
45 Matignon Rd|1.50 Miles Away

King Open

B
Public|Grades PK–5
850 Cambridge St|1.52 Miles Away

Cambridge Street Upper School

C-
Public|Grades 6–8
840 Cambridge St|1.53 Miles Away

West Somerville Neighborhood

B-
Public|Grades PK–8
177 Powder House B...|1.56 Miles Away

Amigos School

A-
Public|Grades PK–8
15 Upton St|1.58 Miles Away

Fletcher/Maynard Academy

C
Public|Grades PK–5
225 Windsor St|1.62 Miles Away

Malik Academy/ Al Bustan Preschool

--
Private|Grades PK–KG
808 Memorial Dr St...|1.69 Miles Away

Kennedy-Longfellow

D+
Public|Grades PK–5
158 Spring St|1.83 Miles Away

McGlynn Middle School

C-
Public|Grades 6–8
3004 Mystic Valley...|1.87 Miles Away

McGlynn Elementary School

C-
Public|Grades PK–5
3002 Mystic Valley...|1.90 Miles Away

Gardner Pilot Academy

D+
Public|Grades PK–8
30 Athol St|1.94 Miles Away

Haggerty

B+
Public|Grades PK–5
110 Cushing St|1.95 Miles Away

Community Charter School of Cambridge

B
Public|Grades 6–12
245 Bent St|1.97 Miles Away

Transit

28 Forest St offers strong public transit access in Porter Square, Somerville, with multiple transportation options located within a 2-mile radius. Nearby Bus, Metro, Tram allow residents to move efficiently across the city without relying on a car. This transit-oriented location supports daily commuting, errands, and weekend travel. Excellent connectivity adds convenience and long-term livability to the neighborhood.

125 Highland Ave

0.77 miles away|15 min walk

125 Western Ave

1.55 miles away|30 min walk

130 Western Ave

1.57 miles away|31 min walk

160 Main St

1.99 miles away|39 min walk

16 Eliot St

0.95 miles away|19 min walk

235 Highland Ave

0.51 miles away|10 min walk
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Transit

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Description

28 Forest St offers strong public transit access in Porter Square, Somerville, with multiple transportation options located within a 2-mile radius. Nearby Bus, Metro, Tram allow residents to move efficiently across the city without relying on a car. This transit-oriented location supports daily commuting, errands, and weekend travel. Excellent connectivity adds convenience and long-term livability to the neighborhood.

125 Highland Ave

0.77 miles away|15 min walk

125 Western Ave

1.55 miles away|30 min walk

130 Western Ave

1.57 miles away|31 min walk

160 Main St

1.99 miles away|39 min walk

16 Eliot St

0.95 miles away|19 min walk

235 Highland Ave

0.51 miles away|10 min walk

25 Webster Ave @ Newton St

1.12 miles away|22 min walk

263 Highland Ave

0.5 miles away|10 min walk

326 Mystic Ave

1.53 miles away|30 min walk

367 Western Ave opp Brighton Mills Mall

1.94 miles away|38 min walk

422 McGrath Hwy

1.26 miles away|25 min walk

454 Broadway

0.84 miles away|17 min walk

45 Beacon St

0.9 miles away|18 min walk

51 Bow St

0.91 miles away|18 min walk

55 George St opp Wedgemere Rd

1.84 miles away|36 min walk

594 Somerville Ave

0.34 miles away|7 min walk

61 Aberdeen Ave

1.68 miles away|33 min walk

61 Locust St

1.94 miles away|38 min walk

75 Highland Ave opp Putnam St

0.97 miles away|19 min walk

Aberdeen Ave @ Aberdeen Way

1.69 miles away|33 min walk

Aberdeen Ave @ Huron Ave

1.69 miles away|33 min walk

Aberdeen Ave @ Mt Auburn St

1.68 miles away|33 min walk

Alewife

1.44 miles away|28 min walk

Alewife - Alewife Path East

1.49 miles away|29 min walk

Alewife - Alewife Path South

1.5 miles away|29 min walk

Alewife - Buses Alewife Path

1.5 miles away|29 min walk

Alewife - Cambridgepark Dr Alewife Brook Pkwy

1.49 miles away|29 min walk

Alewife - Russell Field

1.44 miles away|28 min walk

Alewife - Steel Place Alewife Brook Reserve

1.55 miles away|30 min walk

Ball Square

1.03 miles away|20 min walk

Ball Square - Boston Ave

1.04 miles away|20 min walk

Ball Square - Boston Ave @ Broadway

1.05 miles away|21 min walk

Ball Square - Broadway

1.02 miles away|20 min walk

Beacon St @ Calvin St

0.77 miles away|15 min walk

Beacon St @ Cooney St

0.86 miles away|17 min walk

Beacon St opp Concord Ave

0.97 miles away|19 min walk

Beacon St @ Park St

0.5 miles away|10 min walk

Beacon St @ Smith Ave

0.77 miles away|15 min walk

Beacon St @ Washington St

0.66 miles away|13 min walk

Belmont St @ Cushing St

1.97 miles away|38 min walk

Boston Ave @ Hillsdale Rd

1.96 miles away|38 min walk

Boston Ave @ Piggott Rd

1.95 miles away|38 min walk

Boston Ave @ Tufts Garage

1.65 miles away|32 min walk

Boston Ave @ Winthrop St

1.83 miles away|36 min walk

Bow St @ Warren Ave

1.03 miles away|20 min walk

Broadway @ Alfred St

1 miles away|20 min walk

Broadway @ Austin St

1.79 miles away|35 min walk

Broadway @ Bartlett St

1.08 miles away|21 min walk

Broadway @ Bay State Ave

1.07 miles away|21 min walk

Broadway @ Belknap St

1.57 miles away|31 min walk

The Neighbourhood: Porter Square

Porter Square is a busy transit and shopping hub. The area has a cluster of shops, cafes, and restaurants near the train and bus stops. The district includes grocery stores, banks, and other everyday services. People use small parks and green spaces for walks and quick breaks. Frequent trains and bus lines link the district to nearby cities and job centers. Bike lanes and wide sidewalks make short trips simple. Local markets and a shopping center meet daily needs, and cultural spots and events appear regularly.

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Neighbourhood Description

Porter Square is a busy transit and shopping hub. The area has a cluster of shops, cafes, and restaurants near the train and bus stops. The district includes grocery stores, banks, and other everyday services. People use small parks and green spaces for walks and quick breaks. Frequent trains and bus lines link the district to nearby cities and job centers. Bike lanes and wide sidewalks make short trips simple. Local markets and a shopping center meet daily needs, and cultural spots and events appear regularly.

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28 Forest St Demographics

Age Demographics

0–14 Years

8.48%

15–29 Years

40.06%

30–44 Years

26.17%

45–59 Years

12.01%

60+ Years

13.28%

Commute

24.31%

Transit

14.65%

Walk

30.95%

Drive

7.06%

Bike

Housing Ownership

35.67%

Owner Occupied

64.33%

Rental Units

Household Types

Single Family
24.18%
Multi Family
3.91%
Single Person
35.23%
Multi Person
64.77%

Average Income

Household:$11,249,916.84 /yr

Individual:$6,725,269.59 /yr

Education

Bachelors Degree34%
High School College8.32%
Diploma1.88%
Post Graduate45.43%
Others10.39%
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Education

Diploma1.88%
Post Graduate45.43%
Others10.39%
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