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39 Alston StreetSomerville, MA 02143

For Sale

$925,000

Smart Buyer Rebate $4,625

Tucked away on a quiet, friendly one-way street, this Mansard-style single-family offers peaceful living without sacrificing city convenience. With 3 bedrooms and a home office, this is the perfect urban family home. There's plenty of outside space on the front porch, large back deck, and private balcony. The first floor features the living room, dining room, kitchen, full bath & laundry. The second floor has 3 bedrooms, a full bath and bonus room. 39 Alston has been updated for the future with an energy-efficient heat pump system for year-round heating & cooling as well as a dedicated level 2 EV charger in the driveway. You are alongside the community path, about 4 mins to East Somerville T and 8 minutes to Union T. There are a host of bus routes at your doorstep and easy access to route 28 and i93. Located just a short distance from the vibrant dining and shops of Union Square, you are at the heart of everything Somerville has to offer and just minutes from downtown Boston.

Listed by Katherine Malin

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Compass

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781-799-5981

Last updated April 29, 2026

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Source: MLSPin #73508506

Listing Facts

  • TypeSingle-family
  • NeighborhoodEast Somerville
  • Bedrooms3
  • Bathrooms2
  • Days on Prevu2
  • Taxes$4,311.18/year
  • Size1,523 sqft
  • Price per sqft$607

Amenities

  • Dishwasher
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Parking

Location

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Listing History

04/28/2026
Listed by Compass
$925,000

Property Details for 39 Alston Street

Association

Amenities

  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station, University

Exterior

Construction

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
  • Year Built: 1890
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Architectural Style: Victorian, Second Empire
  • Construction Materials: Frame

Measurements

  • Building Area Total: 1,523
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.04
  • Lot Size Area: 0
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 1,591
  • Lot Size Units: Acres

Financial

Taxes

  • Parcel Number: 760473
  • Tax Annual Amount: $4,311.18
  • Tax Assessed Value: $809,600.00
  • Tax Year: 2026

Interior

Features

  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Hardwood, Stone / Slate
  • Interior Features: Bonus Room

Measurements

  • Living Area: 1,523
  • Living Area Source: Public Record

Rooms

  • Basement: Unfinished
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Rooms Total: 6

Parking

Parking

  • Open Parking Spaces: 1
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
  • Parking Total: 1

Schools

Elementary School

  • Elementary School: Capuano/East Somerville

Utilities

Equipment

  • Cooling: Heat Pump
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
  • Heating: Heat Pump
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: For Gas Range, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Water Source: Public

Frequently Asked Questions

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this single-family home have?

There are 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms in this single-family home at 39 Alston Street.

What schools are nearby to 39 Alston Street?

Nearby schools include the Capuano/East Somerville Elementary School.

Does this single-family home have parking?

Yes, there is 1 parking space available for 39 Alston Street.

What are the annual taxes for 39 Alston Street?

Annual taxes for this single-family home are estimated at $4,311.

How does 39 Alston Street compare to other single-family homes in East Somerville?

This single-family home is listed 38% above the average price for single-family homes in East Somerville and has been on the market for 73 less days than the typical home in this area.

What is the square footage on this single-family home?

According to the MLS, this listing is 1,523 sqft.

39 Alston Street is a 3-bedroom, 2-bath single-family home for sale in Somerville MA 02143. Available on Prevu for 2 days at $925,000. This property features 1,523 square feet of living space, located in East Somerville. The median listing price for single-family homes in this area is $1,189,900. Nearby schools include Capuano/East Somerville Elementary School. Additional amenities include dishwasher, parking, and washer/dryer. Explore more single-family home listings in Somerville.

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