Active

133 Days on market

39 Ash Ave Somerville — Photo 1 of 29

Recent Drop: $40,000

$899,000

$859,000

39 Ash Ave, Somerville, MA 02145

Somerville, MA 02145

Beds

Baths

1.5

SqFt

1,301

Style

Single Family

Built

1910

Charming single-family with an oversized lot and inviting backyard patio! This home at 39 Ash Ave was thoughtfully reimagined in 2026, featuring new hardwood flooring, custom shelving, and refreshed cabinetry. The bright, well-proportioned layout offers comfortable living with excellent flow and a flexible floor plan with potential to create a third bedroom or office. Rare for the area, the generous lot provides a spacious backyard with patio—perfect for entertaining, gardening, or unwinding outdoors—along with future expansion potential. Ideally located near Magoun Square, the Green Line Extension, parks, and popular dining. A unique opportunity to enjoy move-in-ready living with exceptional outdoor space and long-term upside

Market Value Analysis

This Property

Size (SqFt) →Price →

This Property$660/sqft

Local Avg (Somerville)$526/sqft

25% AboveMarket Average

* Analysis is based on 22 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Somerville, MA.

Financials

Original Price$899,000

Annual Taxes$9,277

Parking

Garage0

Off-Street3

Interior Specifications

Total Rooms7

FireplacesNone

FlooringWood

BasementFull

Climate & Utilities

HeatingBaseboard, Natural Gas

CoolingWindow Unit(s)

WaterPublic

SewerPublic Sewer

Building & Exterior

Construction--

Roof--

FoundationOther

ZoningRA

Property & Lot

Acres0.1

SqFt Lot4,480

Lot Features--

Amenities & Appliances

Range • Dishwasher • Microwave • Refrigerator • Freezer • Washer • Dryer

Neighborhood

Public Transportation • Shopping • Tennis Court(s) • Park • Walk/Jog Trails • Medical Facility

Geography

Property History

Price Drop

$859,000

Was $899,000

Jul 16, 2026

MLS® 73509517

Listed

$899,000

Apr 29, 2026

MLS® 73509517

Sold

$1,850

Aug 1, 2011

MLS® 71259797

Listed

$2,100

Jul 11, 2011

MLS® 71259797

Terminated

$339,000

Apr 22, 2011

MLS® 71169807

Listed

$339,000

Dec 10, 2010

MLS® 71169807

Expired

$369,900

Nov 30, 2010

MLS® 71045452

Listed

$369,900

Mar 11, 2010

MLS® 71045452

Population

27,495

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)

Median Household Income

$124K

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)

Renter-Occupied Homes

64.4%

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)

New Construction Permits — Middlesex County

2,667 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (-2% vs the prior 12 months) — 1,709 in 5+ unit buildings

U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jun '26)

ADU Potential

Massachusetts allows one accessory dwelling unit by right in single-family zoning districts statewide (M.G.L. c. 40A §3; 760 CMR 71.00, effective Feb 2025). Estimated maximum ADU size for this property: 651 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 1,301 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 4,480 sq ft.

Based on listing data, which indicates the property type — not the zoning district. Local dimensional, septic (Title 5), and historic-district requirements still apply. Not legal advice — verify with the municipality.

Full Somerville, MA market report ZIP 02145 market data

Listing Provided By

Listing Agent: Ian Crotty

Listing Office: The Boston Realty Group, LLC

MLS® Number: 73509517