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42 Bow St 5, Somerville MA 02143
42 Bow St 5, Somerville MA 02143
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42 Bow St 5Somerville, MA 02143

For Sale

$830,000

Smart Buyer Rebate $4,100

NEW PRICE. NEW PHOTOS. SAME PRIME UNION SQUARE LOCATION. Live at the center of everything Union Square has to offer & come home to your own top floor retreat. Rebuilt in 2019, this stylish 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo blends modern design, thoughtful details & rare convenience of OFF STREET PARKING. The open concept living space was made for both entertaining & everyday life, featuring a gas fireplace, coffered ceiling & a showpiece kitchen w/ JennAir appliances, quartz countertops, Carrera marble backsplash, walk in pantry & waterfall edge island. The spacious primary suite offers double closets & a spa inspired bath w/ double vanities & oversized walk in tiled shower. In unit laundry, generous attic storage, smart home features make city living effortless. A pet-friendly, owner-occupied building adds to the appeal. Step outside & Union Square is yours. Grab dinner or drinks at Bow Market, pick up groceries nearby, hit the neighborhood parks & dog parks, or hop on the Green Line for an easy trip into Boston. Harvard, Porter and Davis Squares are all within easy reach. Restaurants, coffee, shopping, entertainment & public transit are close by, while home still feels like your own private escape above it all.

Last updated September 07, 2026

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Source: MLSPin #73481827

Listing Facts

  • TypeCondo
  • NeighborhoodProspect Hill
  • Bedrooms2
  • Bathrooms2
  • Days on Prevu196
  • Taxes$9,745/year
  • Size1,003 sqft
  • Price per sqft$828

Amenities

  • Dishwasher
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Pets Allowed
  • Air Conditioning
  • Parking

Location

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Listing History

08/28/2026
Price Decreased
$830,000
08/07/2026
Price Decreased
$844,900
06/29/2026
Price Decreased
$849,900
05/28/2026
Price Decreased
$875,000
04/16/2026
Price Decreased
$900,000
03/03/2026
Listed by
$925,000
  1. 08/28/2026$830,000
    Price Decreased
  2. 08/07/2026$844,900
    Price Decreased
  3. 06/29/2026$849,900
    Price Decreased
  4. 05/28/2026$875,000
    Price Decreased
  5. 04/16/2026$900,000
    Price Decreased
  6. 03/03/2026$925,000
    Listed by

Property Details for 42 Bow St 5

Association

Amenities

  • Community Features: Park
  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Fees

  • Association Fee Includes: Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal

Exterior

Construction

  • Number Of Units Total: 5
  • Stories: 3
  • Stories Total: 3
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
  • Year Built: 2012
  • Year Built Details: Renovated Since
  • Common Walls: No One Above
  • Entry Level: 3

Features

  • View: City

Measurements

  • Building Area Total: 1,003
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres

Financial

Taxes

  • Parcel Number: M:74 B:C L:6 U:5,5122369
  • Tax Annual Amount: $9,745.00
  • Tax Assessed Value: $893,200.00
  • Tax Year: 2025

Interior

Features

  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile
  • Interior Features: Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s), Coffered Ceiling(s), Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting

Measurements

  • Living Area: 1,003
  • Living Area Source: Public Records

Rooms

  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Rooms Total: 4

Other

Environmental

  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat

General

  • Exclusions: Personal Property

Location

  • Tax Block: C

Parking

Parking

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

Utilities

Equipment

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: 100 Amp Service
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Central, Forced Air
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Closet, In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Frequently Asked Questions

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this condo have?

There are 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms in this condo at 42 Bow St 5.

Does this condo have parking?

Yes, there is 1 parking space available for 42 Bow St 5.

Are pets allowed at 42 Bow St?

Yes, 42 Bow St allows pets.

What are the annual taxes for 42 Bow St 5?

Annual taxes for this condo are estimated at $9,745.

How does 42 Bow St 5 compare to other condos in Prospect Hill?

This condo is listed 23% above the average price for condos in Prospect Hill and has been on the market for 106 more days than the typical home in this area.

What is the square footage on this condo?

According to the MLS, this listing is 1,003 sqft.

42 Bow St 5 is a 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo for sale in Somerville MA 02143. Available on Prevu for 196 days at $830,000. This includes a recent price decrease of $14,900. This home features 1,003 square feet of living space, located in Somerville. The median listing price for condos in this area is $1,574,950. The home offers dishwasher, pets allowed, air conditioning, parking, and washer/dryer. Browse more condo listings in Somerville.

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