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5 Willow Ave Somerville, MA 02144
Contingent
42 Photos
$2,275,000
4 Beds
2 Baths
2876 SQFT
0.14 Acre
HOA: N/A
5 Willow Ave
Somerville, MA 02144
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Property Description

Victorian Gem! Enchanting period details thoughtfully blend with modern features in this single family with a peaceful garden nestled between Porter & Davis Square. Relax by the wood stove in double parlor living room w/ pocket doors & beautiful woodwork enveloped in soft warm light. Chef's kitchen w/ custom birch cabinetry, SS appliances & granite counters overlooks private patio designed to entertain with ease. Surrounding garden includes established magnolia, cherry, birch, dogwood, Japanese maple & elm trees. 2nd level covered porch provides serene retreat hidden by lush foliage. Unload provisions from driveway & 3 car garage to covered back porch w/ heated mud room to kitchen. Modern updates throughout include 2 beautiful full baths, home office & large finished laundry. Ideally located a few blocks from Community Path, vibrant cafes & shops. Close to MBTA Red & Green lines in Porter, Davis & Ball Square for convenient commute to Tufts, Lesley, Harvard, MIT and downtown Boston.

Property Overview

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Kitchen, Dining, and Appliances

  • Kitchen Dimensions: 20'4"X8'4"
  • Kitchen Level: First Floor
  • Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Dining Area, Exterior Access, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Pocket Door, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
  • Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Vent Hood, Wall Oven, Washer, Washer / Dryer Combo, Washer Hookup
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 14'10"X12'10"
  • Dining Room Level: First Floor
  • Dining Room Features: Crown Molding, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead, Remodeled, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box

Bedrooms

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 14'6"X14'5"
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Master Bedroom Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Pocket Door, Remodeled, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
  • Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 14'6"X13'6"
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Second Floor
  • Master Bedroom Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Dressing Room, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead, Pocket Door, Remodeled, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
  • Bedroom 3 Dimensions: 11'4"X12'7"
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Second Floor
  • Master Bedroom Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead, Remodeled, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box

Other Rooms

  • Total Rooms: 8
  • Living Room Dimensions: 14'8"X14'8"
  • Living Room Level: First Floor
  • Living Room Features: Crown Molding, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead, Pocket Door, Remodeled, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
  • Family Room Dimensions: 17'2"X13'7"
  • Family Room Level: First Floor
  • Family Room Features: Crown Molding, Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood, Pocket Door, Remodeled, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove
  • Laundry Room Features: Bulkhead, Concrete Floor, Full, Interior Access, Partially Finished, Walk Out

Bathrooms

  • Full Baths: 2
  • Bathroom 1 Dimensions: 5'7"X7'8"
  • Bathroom 1 Level: First Floor
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
  • Bathroom 2 Dimensions: 11'6"X11'11"
  • Bathroom 2 Level: Second Floor
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Wood, Lighting - Sconce, Pocket Door, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Soaking Tub, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box

Amenities

  • Bike Path
  • Conservation Area
  • Medical Facility
  • Park
  • Private School
  • Public School
  • Public Transportation
  • Shopping
  • T-Station
  • University
  • Walk/Jog Trails

Utilities

  • Heating: Central Heat, Common, Gas, Heat Pump, Hot Air Gravity, Hot Water Radiators, Steam, Steam, Unit Control
  • Heat Zones: 1
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Zones: 1
  • Electric Info: 200 Amps, Circuit Breakers, Underground
  • Energy Features: Insulated Windows, Prog. Thermostat, Storm Doors, Storm Windows
  • Utility Connections: for Electric Dryer, for Electric Oven, for Gas Dryer, for Gas Range, Icemaker Connection, Washer Hookup
  • Water: City/Town Water, Private
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer, Private

Garage & Parking

  • Garage Parking: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Storage
  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Parking Features: 1-10 Spaces, Detached, Improved Driveway, Off-Street, Tandem
  • Parking Spaces: 3

Interior Features

  • Square Feet: 2876
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Features: Internet Available - Broadband, Security System
  • Accessability Features: Unknown

Construction

  • Year Built: 1900
  • Type: Detached
  • Style: Floating Home, Low-Rise, Victorian
  • Foundation Info: Fieldstone
  • Roof Material: Aluminum, Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles
  • UFFI: Unknown
  • Flooring Type: Bamboo, Concrete, Hardwood, Stone / Slate, Tile
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Warranty: No

Exterior & Lot

  • Lot Description: Fenced/Enclosed
  • Exterior Features: Decorative Lighting, Fenced Yard, Garden Area, Gutters, Patio, Porch, Professional Landscaping
  • Road Type: Public

Other Information

  • MLS ID# 73374414
  • Last Updated: 05/30/25
  • HOA: No
  • Reqd Own Association: Unknown

Property History click or tap to expand

Date Event Price Price/Sq Ft Source
05/30/2025Contingent$2,275,000$791MLSPIN
05/18/2025Active$2,275,000$791MLSPIN
05/14/2025New$2,275,000$791MLSPIN

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Map & Resources

New Acropolis

School

0.17mi

John F Kennedy School

Public Elementary School, Grades: PK-8

0.19mi

Cambridge School of Culinary Arts

School

0.19mi

Lesley University Porter Campus

University

0.19mi

University Hall

University

0.25mi

Pine Village Preschool

Grades: PK-K

0.25mi

Capucine Montessori School

School

0.36mi

Lowe School

School

0.37mi

Shine Square Pub

Bar

0.22mi

Saloon

Bar

0.35mi

Revival

Coffee Shop & Sandwich (Cafe)

0.19mi

Caffe Nero

Cafe

0.23mi

King Fu Tea

Bubble Tea (Cafe)

0.31mi

Diesel Cafe

Coffee Shop & Sandwich & Ice Cream (Cafe). Offers: Vegan, Vegetarian

0.36mi

Starbucks

Coffee Shop

0.37mi

OneZo Tapioca

Bubble Tea (Cafe)

0.37mi

Porter Square Veterinarian

Veterinary

0.2mi

Somerville Hospital

Hospital

0.42mi

Cambridge Fire Department

Fire Station

0.17mi

Somerville Fire Department Engine 7

Fire Station

0.38mi

Somerville Fire Department

Fire Station

0.58mi

Nancy and Edward Roberts Gallery

Gallery

0.32mi

Somerville Theater

Cinema

0.43mi

Rockwell

Theatre

0.35mi

Kennedy Pool

Swimming Pool. Sports: Swimming

0.19mi

Cambridge Healthworks

Sports Centre

0.17mi

Down Under School of Yoga

Fitness Centre. Sports: Yoga

0.18mi

Body & Brain Yoga

Fitness Centre. Sports: Yoga, Tai Chi

0.4mi

Get In Shape for Women

Fitness Centre

0.41mi

Boston Sports Club

Fitness Centre. Sports: Fitness

0.42mi

Kenney Park

Municipal Park

0.28mi

Community Path

Municipal Park

0.29mi

Morse Kelley Park

Municipal Park

0.44mi

McMath Park

Municipal Park

0.46mi

Flatbread Company

Bowling Alley

0.41mi

Lexington St Playground

Playground

0.3mi

Bergin Playground

Playground

0.45mi

Dickerman Playground

Playground

0.46mi

Moriarty Library

Library

0.33mi

Amnesty International-Northeast Regional Office Library

Library

0.41mi

Commonwealth Lock Co

Locksmith

0.24mi

Sava's Shoe Repair

Shoe Repair

0.38mi

Beacon St. Laundromat

Laundry

0.4mi

Showcase Card-op Laundr-o-mat

Laundry

0.41mi

Washloft

Laundry

0.42mi

Gold Star Laundromat

Laundry

0.45mi

Star Market

Supermarket

0.1mi

Food Land

Supermarket

0.46mi

CVS Pharmacy

Pharmacy

0.16mi

CVS Pharmacy

Pharmacy

0.41mi

Speedway

Convenience

0.21mi

Y Not Variety

Convenience

0.32mi

Thistle & Shamrock

Convenience

0.37mi

7-Eleven

Convenience

0.44mi

Elm St @ Beech St

87
96

0.06mi

Elm St @ Saint James Ave

87
96

0.07mi

Elm St @ Porter Sq Shopping Ctr

87

0.12mi

Elm St @ Hancock St

87

0.12mi

Massachusetts Ave @ Davenport St

77
83
96

0.16mi

Massachusetts Ave opp Beech St

77
83
96

0.16mi

Somerville Ave @ White St (Porter Sq)

83

0.19mi

Porter

Fitchburg
Red

0.2mi

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Seller's Representative: Tamela Roche, RE/MAX Real Estate Center
MLS ID#: 73374414

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MLS PIN data last updated at 2025-05-30 12:13:00

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