Stunning floor-through in this elegant c.1900 Colonial Revival, beautifully sited at the corner of historic Benton Rd & Summer St & gut-renovated in 2010. The unit occupies the entire 2nd fl, over 1700sf of thoughtfully designed space with spectacular light exposures. The open plan main living area features an original wood-burning FP, oak floors, crown moldings, recessed lights & access to a private balcony & patio. The kitchen features plentiful oil-rubbed cherry cabinetry, granite counters, SS appliances & a breakfast bar. The generously proportioned primary BR suite has two closets & a large tiled bath with marble-topped double vanity. There are two additional BRs, one with an original wood-burning FP, plus a tiled hallway bath. Central air, in-unit laundry, private storage, common covered porch & yard, plus exclusive-use driveway for 2 cars side-by-side. A rare offering under 1mi to Porter, Union & Harvard’s North Yard & just 0.5mi to the planned green line T station at Lowell St.
CondoProperty Type
1900Year Built
$763Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by The Team - Real Estate Advisors• Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
Bought with Beacon Group• Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton
Spring Hill – Among beautiful historic homes–this striking condo comprises the 2nd floor of an 1890 mansion. Elegantly renovated with dramatic open spaces. 28' Living room with fireplace, dining room with door to balcony, custom cherry kitchen with granite counters & stainless appliances. Master with walk-in closet & bath en suite. Wonderful details - crown moldings, columns & hardwood floors. Additional amenities include in-unit laundry hookups, central air, storage & 2-car parking.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,313 (+8.3%)
$1,036,900
2024
$10,447 (+2.1%)
$993,100
2023
$10,228 (+4.5%)
$989,200
2022
$9,785 (+1.9%)
$961,200
2021
$9,598 (+3.1%)
$941,900
2020
$9,310 (+3.2%)
$922,700
2019
$9,022 (−5.9%)
$838,500
2018
$9,591 (+3.4%)
$848,000
2017
$9,275 (+5.3%)
$794,800
2016
$8,806 (+12.5%)
$702,800
2015
$7,826 (+14.0%)
$620,600
2014
$6,866 (−7.0%)
$542,300
2013
$7,382 (−0.8%)
$550,100
2012
$7,439
$568,300
Tax history for 1 Benton Rd #2
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,313 (+8.3%)
$1,036,900
2024
$10,447 (+2.1%)
$993,100
2023
$10,228 (+4.5%)
$989,200
2022
$9,785 (+1.9%)
$961,200
2021
$9,598 (+3.1%)
$941,900
2020
$9,310 (+3.2%)
$922,700
2019
$9,022 (−5.9%)
$838,500
2018
$9,591 (+3.4%)
$848,000
2017
$9,275 (+5.3%)
$794,800
2016
$8,806 (+12.5%)
$702,800
2015
$7,826 (+14.0%)
$620,600
2014
$6,866 (−7.0%)
$542,300
2013
$7,382 (−0.8%)
$550,100
2012
$7,439
$568,300
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
—
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,720
Year built
1900
Style
Condo/Co-op
County
Middlesex County
APN
4828423
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 16, 2026.
NR
Neighborhood Residence District
To implement the objectives of the Comprehen Sive Plan of the City of Somerville.; To conserve already established areas of detached and semi-detached residential buildings.
Interior Features: Closet, Open Floorplan, Entrance Foyer
Exterior
Building Information
Building Name: One Benton Road Condominium
Building Area (Total): 1,720
Construction Materials: Frame
StructureType: 2/3 Family
Stories (Total): 1
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Effective: 2010
Year Built Details: Approximate
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle, Slate, Rubber
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio, Balcony
Property Information
PropertySubType: Condominium
Entry Level: 2
Security Features: Security System
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $6,191.78
Tax Year: 2020
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
HOA Information
Association Fee: $368
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Association Fee Includes: Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal
Location Information
Directions: At the corner of Summer Street
UnparsedAddress: 1 Benton Road # 2, Somerville MA 02143
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Park, Bike Path
Pets Allowed: Yes
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,720
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: —
Style: Condo/Co-op
Year Built: 1900
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 4828423
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 16, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1
Listing Information
Exclusions: Br Curtains Excluded, Rods To Remain. Wall-Mounted Tvs In Lr & Br Will Remain If A Buyer Wishes.
StandardStatus: Closed
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Schools
John F. Kennedy Elementary School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi
8/10
Somerville High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi
6/10
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