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189 Boston Ave

189 Boston Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

YEAR BUILT

1920

# STORIES

2

# TOTAL UNITS

6

UNIT SIZE RANGE

992-1,519 sqft

Description

189 Boston Ave is a two-story condo building completed in 1920. It offers 2 and 3-bedroom units, catering to diverse residential needs. The property features various amenities that enhance urban living. Residents have access to a tennis court, pool, and nearby park, offering ample recreation opportunities. A bike path nearby facilitates outdoor activities and commuting. The convenience of public transportation access makes city travel straightforward for residents without personal vehicles. Additionally, the building is well-situated for easy highway access, providing a strategic advantage for those who commute or travel frequently. Near the property, a house of worship offers communal and spiritual engagement opportunities, adding unique cultural value to the location. The architecture of 189 Boston Ave reflects its historical roots while catering to modern living requirements. This mix of historical charm and contemporary amenities distinguishes it in the residential market. The absence of a particular neighborhood name enhances its appeal to those seeking a blend of urban connectivity and relaxed living spaces. Overall, the residence provides a balanced urban lifestyle with numerous convenience factors for its residents.

Building ImageMLS ID #70123718
Building ImageMLS ID #72376226
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189 Boston Ave

189 Boston Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

YEAR BUILT

1920

# STORIES

2

# TOTAL UNITS

6

UNIT SIZE RANGE

992-1,519 sqft

Description

189 Boston Ave is a two-story condo building completed in 1920. It offers 2 and 3-bedroom units, catering to diverse residential needs. The property features various amenities that enhance urban living. Residents have access to a tennis court, pool, and nearby park, offering ample recreation opportunities. A bike path nearby facilitates outdoor activities and commuting. The convenience of public transportation access makes city travel straightforward for residents without personal vehicles. Additionally, the building is well-situated for easy highway access, providing a strategic advantage for those who commute or travel frequently. Near the property, a house of worship offers communal and spiritual engagement opportunities, adding unique cultural value to the location. The architecture of 189 Boston Ave reflects its historical roots while catering to modern living requirements. This mix of historical charm and contemporary amenities distinguishes it in the residential market. The absence of a particular neighborhood name enhances its appeal to those seeking a blend of urban connectivity and relaxed living spaces. Overall, the residence provides a balanced urban lifestyle with numerous convenience factors for its residents.

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Description

189 Boston Ave is a two-story condo building completed in 1920. It offers 2 and 3-bedroom units, catering to diverse residential needs. The property features various amenities that enhance urban living. Residents have access to a tennis court, pool, and nearby park, offering ample recreation opportunities. A bike path nearby facilitates outdoor activities and commuting. The convenience of public transportation access makes city travel straightforward for residents without personal vehicles. Additionally, the building is well-situated for easy highway access, providing a strategic advantage for those who commute or travel frequently. Near the property, a house of worship offers communal and spiritual engagement opportunities, adding unique cultural value to the location. The architecture of 189 Boston Ave reflects its historical roots while catering to modern living requirements. This mix of historical charm and contemporary amenities distinguishes it in the residential market. The absence of a particular neighborhood name enhances its appeal to those seeking a blend of urban connectivity and relaxed living spaces. Overall, the residence provides a balanced urban lifestyle with numerous convenience factors for its residents.

189 Boston Ave Market Stats Last 12 months

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Total Listings0 Listed
Total sold0 Sold
Average Days on Market0 days
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Market Stats

Year over year list price0.00%
Year over year sale price0.00%
Total Listings0 Listed
Total sold0 Sold
Average Days on Market0 days
Average HOA fees per sqft-

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189 Boston Ave Inventory & Sale History

UnitSize (sqft)BedsBathsDays On MarketDateStatusPrice
Unit 1891891519221552019-01-11
MLS#: 72376226 		Closed$500,000
Unit 1/ 1891/ 189107522442005-01-19
MLS#: 70123718 		Closed$270,000
Unit 1/ 189
1/ 189

2 Beds

2 Baths

1075 sqft

DateStatusPrice
2005-01-19Closed$270,000
MLS#: 70123718
Days On Market44
Unit 189
189

2 Beds

2 Baths

1519 sqft

DateStatusPrice
2019-01-11Closed$500,000
MLS#: 72376226
Days On Market155
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Amenities

Imagine sunny afternoons by the pool or friendly matches on the tennis courts. Living at 189 Boston Ave, you'll have access to amenities that fit a relaxed yet active lifestyle. Whether you're biking on nearby paths or taking leisurely walks in nearby parks, your options for outdoor fun are plentiful. Plus, with convenient access to public transportation, exploring the greater area is a breeze.

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Amenities Description

Imagine sunny afternoons by the pool or friendly matches on the tennis courts. Living at 189 Boston Ave, you'll have access to amenities that fit a relaxed yet active lifestyle. Whether you're biking on nearby paths or taking leisurely walks in nearby parks, your options for outdoor fun are plentiful. Plus, with convenient access to public transportation, exploring the greater area is a breeze.

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

Tennis Court(s)

Tennis Court(s)

Pool

Pool

Policies

Your peace of mind is important, and at 189 Boston Ave, residents enjoy a set of supportive policies designed to foster a welcoming environment. With a welcoming approach to living, this building prioritizes harmonious community living, allowing you to focus on what matters most—making memories in your first home!

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)
189 Boston Ave--
620 Boston Ave$610/sqft.$3 /sqft.
97 Josephine Ave$813/sqft.$8 /sqft.
74 Josephine$568/sqft.$4 /sqft.
87 Medford St$859/sqft.$3 /sqft.
519 Broadway$863/sqft.$3 /sqft.

Nearby Schools

Discover top-rated schools located close to 189 Boston Ave.

Benjamin G Brown

A
Public|Grades KG–5
201 Willow Ave|0.28 miles away

Curtis-Tufts

--
Public|Grades 11–12
437 Main St|0.42 miles away

Columbus Elementary School

D
Public|Grades PK–5
37 Hicks Ave|0.68 miles away

John F Kennedy

A
Public|Grades PK–8
5 Cherry St|0.99 miles away

Arthur D Healey

C-
Public|Grades PK–8
5 Meacham St|1.12 miles away

Winter Hill Community

B-
Public|Grades PK–8
115 Sycamore St|1.13 miles away
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Schools

Benjamin G Brown

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

Curtis-Tufts

--
Public|Grades 11–12
437 Main St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Columbus Elementary School

D
Public|Grades PK–5
37 Hicks Ave|Less than 1 Mile Away

John F Kennedy

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

Arthur D Healey

C-
Public|Grades PK–8
5 Meacham St|1.12 Miles Away

Winter Hill Community

B-
Public|Grades PK–8
115 Sycamore St|1.13 Miles Away

St Catherine of Genoa School

--
Private|Grades PK–8
192 Summer St|1.18 Miles Away

Wild Rose Montessori School

--
Private|Grades PK–PK
2284 Massachusetts...|1.21 Miles Away

West Somerville Neighborhood

B-
Public|Grades PK–8
177 Powder House B...|1.24 Miles Away

McGlynn Middle School

C-
Public|Grades 6–8
3004 Mystic Valley...|1.27 Miles Away

McGlynn Elementary School

C-
Public|Grades PK–5
3002 Mystic Valley...|1.31 Miles Away

Rindge Avenue Upper School

C
Public|Grades 6–8
70 Rindge Ave|1.36 Miles Away

Peabody

A
Public|Grades PK–5
70 Rindge Ave|1.36 Miles Away

Matignon High School

--
Private|Grades 9–12
1 Matignon Rd|1.40 Miles Away

Andrews Middle School

B
Public|Grades 6–8
3000 Mystic Valley...|1.46 Miles Away

Somerville High School

C-
Public|Grades 9–12
81 Highland Ave|1.52 Miles Away

International School of Boston

--
Private|Grades PK–12
45 Matignon Rd|1.54 Miles Away

Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School

A-
Public|Grades PK–6
21 Notre Dame Ave|1.57 Miles Away

Maria L. Baldwin

B+
Public|Grades PK–5
85 Oxford St|1.64 Miles Away

Cambridge Friends School

--
Private|Grades PK–8
5 Cadbury Rd|1.73 Miles Away

Graham and Parks

B
Public|Grades PK–5
44 Linnaean St|1.77 Miles Away

Next Wave Junior High School

--
Public|Grades 7–8
8 Bonair St|2.00 Miles Away

Full Circle High School

--
Public|Grades 9–12
11 Otis St|2.00 Miles Away

Albert F. Argenziano School at Lincoln Park

C-
Public|Grades PK–8
290 Washington St|2.09 Miles Away

E Somerville Community

C
Public|Grades KG–8
50 Cross St|2.14 Miles Away

Thompson

A-
Public|Grades KG–5
187 Everett St|2.23 Miles Away

Roberts Elementary School

C-
Public|Grades PK–5
35 Court St|2.26 Miles Away

Capuano Early Childhood Center

--
Public|Grades PK–KG
150 Glen St|2.31 Miles Away

Brooks Elementary School

B-
Public|Grades PK–5
388 High St|2.34 Miles Away

Cambridge Rindge and Latin

C
Public|Grades 9–12
459 Broadway|2.37 Miles Away

Hardy

B
Public|Grades KG–5
52 Lake St|2.40 Miles Away

John M Tobin

B+
Public|Grades PK–5
197 Vassal Ln|2.42 Miles Away

Vassal Lane Upper School

B
Public|Grades 6–8
197 Vassal Ln|2.42 Miles Away

Gibbs School

A-
Public|Grades 6–6
41 Foster St|2.57 Miles Away

Lesley Ellis School

--
Private|Grades PK–8
41 Foster St|2.57 Miles Away

St Raphael School

--
Private|Grades PK–8
516 High St|2.58 Miles Away

St Pauls Choir School

--
Private|Grades 3–8
29 Mount Auburn St|2.69 Miles Away

Transit

Experience convenience and connectivity with premium transit options just moments away.

Ball Square

0.04 miles away|1 min walk

Ball Square - Boston Ave

0.04 miles away|1 min walk

Ball Square - Broadway

0.04 miles away|1 min walk

Ball Square - Boston Ave @ Broadway

0.07 miles away|2 min walk

263 Highland Ave

0.75 miles away|15 min walk

235 Highland Ave

0.82 miles away|16 min walk
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Transit

Ball Square

0.04 miles away|1 min walk

Ball Square - Boston Ave

0.04 miles away|1 min walk

Ball Square - Broadway

0.04 miles away|1 min walk

Ball Square - Boston Ave @ Broadway

0.07 miles away|2 min walk

263 Highland Ave

0.75 miles away|15 min walk

235 Highland Ave

0.82 miles away|16 min walk

326 Mystic Ave

0.9 miles away|18 min walk

55 George St opp Wedgemere Rd

1.16 miles away|23 min walk

125 Highland Ave

1.32 miles away|26 min walk

160 Main St

1.34 miles away|26 min walk

61 Locust St

1.47 miles away|29 min walk

594 Somerville Ave

1.48 miles away|29 min walk

75 Highland Ave opp Putnam St

1.61 miles away|31 min walk

163 Riverside Ave

1.63 miles away|32 min walk

350 Riverside Ave

1.66 miles away|32 min walk

116 Riverside Ave

1.67 miles away|33 min walk

37 Riverside Ave @ Medford Sq

1.72 miles away|34 min walk

400 Riverside Ave opp Linden St

1.78 miles away|35 min walk

Beacon St @ Park St

1.82 miles away|35 min walk

Boston Ave @ Harris Rd

1.83 miles away|36 min walk

196 Boston Ave opp Stoughton St

1.89 miles away|37 min walk

51 Bow St

1.89 miles away|37 min walk

Alewife - Russell Field

1.98 miles away|38 min walk

Alewife

1.99 miles away|39 min walk

Beacon St @ Washington St

2 miles away|39 min walk

238 High St opp Essex St

2.08 miles away|40 min walk

Alewife - Alewife Path East

2.08 miles away|40 min walk

Alewife - Alewife Path South

2.1 miles away|41 min walk

Alewife - Buses Alewife Path

2.1 miles away|41 min walk

300 Winthrop St

2.11 miles away|41 min walk

422 McGrath Hwy

2.11 miles away|41 min walk

305 Winthrop St

2.12 miles away|41 min walk

Beacon St @ Calvin St

2.13 miles away|41 min walk

Alewife - Cambridgepark Dr Alewife Brook Pkwy

2.13 miles away|41 min walk

Beacon St @ Smith Ave

2.14 miles away|41 min walk

Alewife - Steel Place Alewife Brook Reserve

2.19 miles away|42 min walk

Boston Ave @ Arlington St

2.21 miles away|43 min walk

Beacon St @ Cooney St

2.24 miles away|43 min walk

25 Webster Ave @ Newton St

2.28 miles away|44 min walk

45 Beacon St

2.28 miles away|44 min walk

Beacon St opp Concord Ave

2.38 miles away|46 min walk

Assembly

2.4 miles away|46 min walk

Assembly - Foley St

2.4 miles away|46 min walk

Assembly - Revolution Dr

2.43 miles away|47 min walk

390 Salem St

2.43 miles away|47 min walk

454 Broadway

2.44 miles away|47 min walk

260 Massachusetts Ave

2.44 miles away|47 min walk

Boston Ave @ Harvard Ave

2.48 miles away|48 min walk

16 Eliot St

2.66 miles away|52 min walk

41 Highland Ave opp Devir St

2.68 miles away|52 min walk

The Neighbourhood: 189 Boston Ave

Ball Square, nestled in Middlesex County, MA, is a charming neighborhood offering a delightful blend of community and convenience. The area features a variety of local eateries, boutique shops, and a renowned farmer’s market that attract both residents and visitors. With close proximity to Tufts University, this district provides a lively yet relaxed atmosphere. Commuters benefit from its excellent public transportation options, including the nearby T and bus routes, making travel to surrounding areas seamless. Ball Square embodies a welcoming ambiance that caters to both families and young professionals.

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Neighbourhood Description

Ball Square, nestled in Middlesex County, MA, is a charming neighborhood offering a delightful blend of community and convenience. The area features a variety of local eateries, boutique shops, and a renowned farmer’s market that attract both residents and visitors. With close proximity to Tufts University, this district provides a lively yet relaxed atmosphere. Commuters benefit from its excellent public transportation options, including the nearby T and bus routes, making travel to surrounding areas seamless. Ball Square embodies a welcoming ambiance that caters to both families and young professionals.

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189 Boston Ave Demographics

Age Demographics

0–14 Years

8.5%

15–29 Years

39.55%

30–44 Years

26.12%

45–59 Years

13.12%

60+ Years

12.71%

Commute

26.65%

Transit

9.16%

Walk

38.42%

Drive

6.05%

Bike

Housing Ownership

37.84%

Owner Occupied

62.16%

Rental Units

Household Types

Single Family
27.68%
Multi Family
5.37%
Single Person
29.72%
Multi Person
70.28%

Average Income

Household:$11,276,742.34 /yr

Individual:$6,073,016.39 /yr

Education

Bachelors Degree35.46%
High School College12.46%
Diploma2.74%
Post Graduate35.9%
Others13.44%
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Education

Diploma2.74%
Post Graduate35.9%
Others13.44%
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