Rare, Grand single family on tree lined Highland Road. Walk to Davis, Ball and Porter Square, bike path and park. Total gut renovation redesigned for today's lifestyle with custom woodwork and quality finishes, including Hardie Plank siding with Azek Trim. First floor open space includes fireplaced living area, professional appliance kitchen with quartz counter tops, island and peninsula. Escape to your master suite that encompasses the third floor, with luxurious marble bath, walk in closet, skylights, and vaulted ceiling. A second master suite accompanies two more bedrooms on the second floor. 4 bedrooms total, 4 1/2 baths, second floor laundry. Finished basement with mini-bar sink and beverage cooler. Large private fenced back yard and newly paved driveway complete this great offering.
This grand, single family home is located just outside Davis Sq on a wide, tree-lined street. A deep covered porch along the front of the home offers a chance to interact with a vibrant neighborhood. Visitors enter into a generous, welcoming foyer and an impressive, oak banister staircase. Over sized formal living and dining rooms on the first floor feature bowed windows, original mill work and lots of natural light. A large, open kitchen features an attached butler's pantry with lots of cabinet space. A wide staircase leads to the second floor where there are 4 bedrooms and an updated bath including a Jacuzzi tub. Large third floor bedroom with great ceiling heights presents an opportunity to create a massive master bedroom suite. Private backyard outdoor space. Driveway parking with two bay, detached garage. Deeded and fenced outdoor space. Showings begin 11/15 1-2:30 @ 1st OH!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$24,082 (+7.8%)
$690,900 + $1,516,400
$2,207,300
2024
$22,331 (+8.3%)
$690,900 + $1,431,800
$2,122,700
2023
$20,612 (+8.2%)
$690,900 + $1,302,500
$1,993,400
2022
$19,051 (+5.4%)
$658,000 + $1,213,400
$1,871,400
2021
$18,067 (+5.5%)
$653,200 + $1,119,800
$1,773,000
2020
$17,131 (−1.8%)
$653,700 + $1,044,100
$1,697,800
2019
$17,444 (+6.3%)
$595,000 + $1,026,200
$1,621,200
2018
$16,415 (+16.4%)
$541,000 + $910,400
$1,451,400
2017
$14,107 (+45.0%)
$510,300 + $698,500
$1,208,800
2016
$9,728 (+5.5%)
$455,800 + $320,600
$776,400
2015
$9,225 (+11.5%)
$420,900 + $310,700
$731,600
2014
$8,277 (+7.1%)
$368,700 + $285,100
$653,800
2013
$7,729 (+4.3%)
$324,000 + $251,900
$575,900
2012
$7,408 (+3.0%)
$324,000 + $241,900
$565,900
2011
$7,193 (+2.6%)
$324,000 + $241,900
$565,900
2010
$7,010 (+7.7%)
$324,000 + $245,900
$569,900
2009
$6,511
$304,100 + $251,900
$556,000
Tax history for 29 Highland Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$24,082 (+7.8%)
$690,900 + $1,516,400
$2,207,300
2024
$22,331 (+8.3%)
$690,900 + $1,431,800
$2,122,700
2023
$20,612 (+8.2%)
$690,900 + $1,302,500
$1,993,400
2022
$19,051 (+5.4%)
$658,000 + $1,213,400
$1,871,400
2021
$18,067 (+5.5%)
$653,200 + $1,119,800
$1,773,000
2020
$17,131 (−1.8%)
$653,700 + $1,044,100
$1,697,800
2019
$17,444 (+6.3%)
$595,000 + $1,026,200
$1,621,200
2018
$16,415 (+16.4%)
$541,000 + $910,400
$1,451,400
2017
$14,107 (+45.0%)
$510,300 + $698,500
$1,208,800
2016
$9,728 (+5.5%)
$455,800 + $320,600
$776,400
2015
$9,225 (+11.5%)
$420,900 + $310,700
$731,600
2014
$8,277 (+7.1%)
$368,700 + $285,100
$653,800
2013
$7,729 (+4.3%)
$324,000 + $251,900
$575,900
2012
$7,408 (+3.0%)
$324,000 + $241,900
$565,900
2011
$7,193 (+2.6%)
$324,000 + $241,900
$565,900
2010
$7,010 (+7.7%)
$324,000 + $245,900
$569,900
2009
$6,511
$304,100 + $251,900
$556,000
*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
5
Baths
4.5
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3,485 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,590
Year built
1915
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
751088
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
Jul 26, 2022 • Final
Electrical
Electrical
Ev charger
Oct 9, 2018 • Final
Electrical
Install a solar array and connect it with the existing utility.
Electrical
Solar
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 Open Parking
Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 4
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 8
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Interior Features: Wet Bar
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,125
Foundation Details: Block, Brick/Mortar
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch
Exterior Features: Porch, Fenced Yard, Fruit Trees
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.08
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $7,104
Tax Year: 2016
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air, Dual
Location
Location Information
Directions: Willow to Morrison to Highland Rd.
UnparsedAddress: 29 Highland Rd, Somerville MA 02144
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Public School, T-Station, University
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,590
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 3,485 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1915
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 751088
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 16, 2026
Other
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Benjamin G. Brown School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.1mi
8/10
John F. Kennedy Elementary School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.4mi
8/10
Somerville High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
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