Discover the perfect blend of timeless character and modern comfort in this beautifully renovated 3-bedroom, 3-bath single family detached Victorian, strategically located between vibrant Inman and Union Squares and just moments from the charm of Harvard Square. Rich hardwood floors run throughout the home, including in the stunning, contemporary kitchen outfitted with high-end appliances. The primary suite offers a serene retreat, complete with sitting room & bath. An additional newly constructed office on the second floor provides ideal flexibility for working at home. Enjoy year-round comfort with efficient heating and cooling systems, and appreciate practical features such as an enclosed front porch that doubles as a mudroom, plus a free-standing garage with a brand-new roof and a picturesque private backyard.Just steps from Lincoln Park and a half-mile to the T, this home offers walkable access to the vibrant culture, dining, and shopping of Somerville, Cambridge, and Boston.
Single-familyProperty Type
1900Year Built
2,767 sq ftLot Size
$1,071Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Jackie Potdevin• William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
An amazing single family awaits you, ideally situated between Inman and Union Squares & superbly convenient to Harvard Square. Over time this classic Victorian has been updated while maintaining its original charm. The enclosed front porch offers a quaint sitting area or desirable mud room for the active family. Contemporary kitchen with cherry trim custom cabinets, Corian counters, high-end JennAir appliances w ss farmers sink and glass tile backsplash. French doors lead to a stone patio with fenced landscaped yard and free-standing coveted garage used for storage or compact car, & 2 car driveway. This home offers 3 beds, 2. 5 bath w/ newly designed (2020) dreamy top floor master suite flooded with sunlight & includes space for a home office, beautiful built-ins, vaulted ceilings, mini-split ac, skylights. Bath outfitted with marble vanity, walk-in shower and heated tile floors. Just across Lincoln Park, .5 mile to Union Sq green-line T stop, & close to shops, bars, and restaurants!
MLS PIN #72328887
Jun 15, 2018
Sold
$1,110,000
$585/sq ft
May 23, 2018
Pending
—
May 16, 2018
Listed
$929,000
$490/sq ft
+21
A beautiful SF off Washington St between Union & Inman Sq, A stones throw to Harvard Sq & buses to Boston.This house-&neighborhood-has it all. First, the home: 3 beds,1.5 baths, great light, redesigned wood-fenced yd w raised garden, a paver-stone patio & landscaped lighting. 2 cars fit comfortably in driveway & garage is perfect for extra storage. 1st floor has wonderful, open-plan flow w warm cherry wood floors & French doors leading to yd. The kitchen is contemporary in design w custom maple cabinetry, stone counter & new stainless steel appliances. A half bathroom rounds out the 1st floor. 2nd floor houses 2 spacious beds, one w tree-shaded deck, both w generous closets. The family-size bath has marble flooring & jacuzzi tub w separate shower. The 3rd floor was remodeled as MB w an adjacent study-sitting area. Across from Lincoln Pk, soon re-opening w community garden, parkour, water features,playgrounds. 5 mins to the first stop of new green line, coming soon.
MLS PIN #71073379
Jun 28, 2010
Listing Removed
—
Jun 28, 2010
Sold
$629,000
$332/sq ft
May 26, 2010
Contingent
—
May 11, 2010
Price Changed
$629,000
$332/sq ft
Apr 29, 2010
Listed
$649,000
$342/sq ft
MLS PIN #30549559
Dec 3, 2001
Sold
$379,900
$200/sq ft
Oct 8, 2001
Listing Removed
—
Oct 5, 2001
Listed
$379,900
$200/sq ft
MLS PIN #30420029
Aug 31, 2000
Sold
$315,000
$166/sq ft
Jul 9, 2000
Listing Removed
—
Jun 12, 2000
Listed
$315,000
$166/sq ft
MLS PIN #30273920
Feb 24, 1999
Sold
$200,000
$105/sq ft
Jan 9, 1999
Listing Removed
—
Nov 6, 1998
Listed
$219,900
$116/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$18,669 (+7.2%)
$695,200 + $1,016,000
$1,711,200
2024
$17,410 (+24.7%)
$695,200 + $959,700
$1,654,900
2023
$13,961 (+7.9%)
$695,200 + $655,000
$1,350,200
2022
$12,944 (+11.6%)
$662,000 + $609,500
$1,271,500
2021
$11,594 (+6.5%)
$630,500 + $507,300
$1,137,800
2020
$10,891 (+3.6%)
$606,300 + $473,100
$1,079,400
2019
$10,509 (+5.9%)
$514,800 + $461,900
$976,700
2018
$9,927 (+8.6%)
$468,100 + $409,600
$877,700
2017
$9,140 (−1.1%)
$423,900 + $359,300
$783,200
2016
$9,241 (+5.4%)
$416,700 + $320,800
$737,500
2015
$8,765 (+14.1%)
$384,400 + $310,700
$695,100
2014
$7,680 (+10.0%)
$322,000 + $284,600
$606,600
2013
$6,984 (+4.6%)
$260,400 + $260,000
$520,400
2012
$6,676 (+4.5%)
$260,400 + $249,600
$510,000
2011
$6,387 (+11.8%)
$252,900 + $249,600
$502,500
2010
$5,715 (+2.5%)
$250,400 + $214,200
$464,600
2009
$5,573
$256,400 + $219,500
$475,900
Tax history for 17 Perry St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$18,669 (+7.2%)
$695,200 + $1,016,000
$1,711,200
2024
$17,410 (+24.7%)
$695,200 + $959,700
$1,654,900
2023
$13,961 (+7.9%)
$695,200 + $655,000
$1,350,200
2022
$12,944 (+11.6%)
$662,000 + $609,500
$1,271,500
2021
$11,594 (+6.5%)
$630,500 + $507,300
$1,137,800
2020
$10,891 (+3.6%)
$606,300 + $473,100
$1,079,400
2019
$10,509 (+5.9%)
$514,800 + $461,900
$976,700
2018
$9,927 (+8.6%)
$468,100 + $409,600
$877,700
2017
$9,140 (−1.1%)
$423,900 + $359,300
$783,200
2016
$9,241 (+5.4%)
$416,700 + $320,800
$737,500
2015
$8,765 (+14.1%)
$384,400 + $310,700
$695,100
2014
$7,680 (+10.0%)
$322,000 + $284,600
$606,600
2013
$6,984 (+4.6%)
$260,400 + $260,000
$520,400
2012
$6,676 (+4.5%)
$260,400 + $249,600
$510,000
2011
$6,387 (+11.8%)
$252,900 + $249,600
$502,500
2010
$5,715 (+2.5%)
$250,400 + $214,200
$464,600
2009
$5,573
$256,400 + $219,500
$475,900
*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
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2,614 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,897
Year built
1900
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
756952
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.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Day care facility
Public service
Educational/school
Recreation
Mar 9, 2023 • Final
Building
Install a ductless mini-split heat pump.
Heat pump
HVAC
Mar 9, 2023 • Final
Electrical
Install wiring for a mini-split system.
Electrical
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Detached, Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Heating: Hot Water, Radiant, Natural Gas, Ductless
Cooling: Ductless, Other
Location
Location Information
Directions: Off Washington Street
UnparsedAddress: 17 Perry St, Somerville MA 02143
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Public School, T-Station, University
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,897
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 2,614 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1900
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 756952
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 16, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 6
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Albert F. Argenziano School At Lincoln Park
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.2mi
7/10
Somerville High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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