Davis Square loft style detached single family blends industrial elements w/ contemporary designer finishes. Soaring open central stairwell w/ vaulted ceiling, custom steel staircase, & walls of glass. Expansive wall space is perfect to display large artwork. 1st floor features a spacious open plan double living room, dining room, kitchen, 1/2 bath w/ washer dryer, attached EV-ready 1 car garage. Professional grade kitchen w/ Viking gas range, granite counters, island, & skylight. 2nd floor includes 3 bedrooms, hall bath, & a tree top deck perfect for outdoor entertaining. Primary bedroom features a generous amount of space w/ cathedral ceilings, walk-in closet, en-suite bath w/ walk-in steam shower, dual pedestal sinks, & soaking tub. Full basement, central AC, Nest thermostats, & gas fireplace. Superb side street location minutes to vibrant Davis Sq. w/ numerous restaurants, cafes, shops, Somerville Community Bike Path, Green Line T & the Red Line T. Offers due Wed. Nov. 1 @ 2 pm.
The building was once a corner grocery store. Transformed c.1998 into a stunning single-family, the property has a dramatic open floor plan, high beamed ceilings and the industrial elements of a city loft. Elegant plantation shutters dress the large ground floor windows. Expansive wall space will accomodate large scale art work. A gas fireplace is located in the living room. The kitchen features a Viking stove and other stainless steel appliances. Ground floor half-bath with side by side W/D. The second floor features a lovely wood deck with plenty of space for dining & entertaining. Master bedroom with en-suite bath has separate tub and steam shower. Two additional bedrooms share a shower-bath. All bedrooms have large closets. A/C. Direct access to large one-car EV- ready garage. Close to the Red Line T Stop, and all the restaurants and shops that make Davis Sq. so engaging. Walk score 91.
MLS PIN #71493693
Apr 26, 2013
Sold
$1,030,000
$324/sq ft
Mar 21, 2013
Contingent
—
Mar 14, 2013
Listed
$1,000,000
$315/sq ft
+9
Davis Square unique loft style free standing single family. This dramatically chic space is perfect for the urbanite that wants all the conveniences of modern city living. Steps to happening Davis Square, restuarants, T , and so much more. Spread out on 2 levels with huge open living, dining and kitchen, 3 bedrooms and 2 baths and large deck on the 2nd level. 1 car garage, full basement, A/C, gas fireplace. This is a rare gem!
MLS PIN #50493908
Mar 5, 1999
Sold
$195,000
$61/sq ft
May 1, 1998
Listing Removed
—
Mar 17, 1998
Listed
$259,900
$82/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$20,502 (−1.1%)
$598,500 + $1,280,700
$1,879,200
2024
$20,729 (+7.5%)
$598,500 + $1,371,900
$1,970,400
2023
$19,287 (+6.8%)
$598,500 + $1,266,800
$1,865,300
2022
$18,056 (+5.4%)
$570,000 + $1,203,700
$1,773,700
2021
$17,132 (+6.0%)
$565,900 + $1,115,400
$1,681,300
2020
$16,161 (+0.9%)
$566,200 + $1,035,500
$1,601,700
2019
$16,009 (+15.0%)
$515,400 + $972,400
$1,487,800
2018
$13,919 (+1.5%)
$468,600 + $762,100
$1,230,700
2017
$13,709 (+7.5%)
$442,000 + $732,700
$1,174,700
2016
$12,751 (+3.3%)
$394,700 + $622,900
$1,017,600
2015
$12,346 (+16.6%)
$364,600 + $614,500
$979,100
2014
$10,585 (+7.8%)
$319,300 + $516,800
$836,100
2013
$9,823 (+5.1%)
$280,600 + $451,400
$732,000
2012
$9,342 (+3.0%)
$280,600 + $433,100
$713,700
2011
$9,071 (+8.7%)
$280,600 + $433,100
$713,700
2010
$8,347 (+6.2%)
$280,600 + $398,000
$678,600
2009
$7,861
$263,400 + $407,900
$671,300
Tax history for 32 Appleton St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$20,502 (−1.1%)
$598,500 + $1,280,700
$1,879,200
2024
$20,729 (+7.5%)
$598,500 + $1,371,900
$1,970,400
2023
$19,287 (+6.8%)
$598,500 + $1,266,800
$1,865,300
2022
$18,056 (+5.4%)
$570,000 + $1,203,700
$1,773,700
2021
$17,132 (+6.0%)
$565,900 + $1,115,400
$1,681,300
2020
$16,161 (+0.9%)
$566,200 + $1,035,500
$1,601,700
2019
$16,009 (+15.0%)
$515,400 + $972,400
$1,487,800
2018
$13,919 (+1.5%)
$468,600 + $762,100
$1,230,700
2017
$13,709 (+7.5%)
$442,000 + $732,700
$1,174,700
2016
$12,751 (+3.3%)
$394,700 + $622,900
$1,017,600
2015
$12,346 (+16.6%)
$364,600 + $614,500
$979,100
2014
$10,585 (+7.8%)
$319,300 + $516,800
$836,100
2013
$9,823 (+5.1%)
$280,600 + $451,400
$732,000
2012
$9,342 (+3.0%)
$280,600 + $433,100
$713,700
2011
$9,071 (+8.7%)
$280,600 + $433,100
$713,700
2010
$8,347 (+6.2%)
$280,600 + $398,000
$678,600
2009
$7,861
$263,400 + $407,900
$671,300
*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
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2,178 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,179
Year built
1930
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
750399
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
Oct 11, 2024 • Final
Building
Electrical
Solar
Oct 10, 2024 • Final
Electrical
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 Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Off Street
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 7
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
Interior Features: Internet Available - Broadband
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,179
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Brick/Mortar
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: Tan
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Roof
Exterior Features: Deck - Roof
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat
Security Features: Security System
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.05
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $15,591.72
Tax Year: 2023
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air, Dual
Location
Location Information
Directions: Between Clifton St and Liberty Road.
UnparsedAddress: 32 Appleton St, Somerville MA 02144
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Park, Public School, T-Station
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,179
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 2,178 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1930
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 750399
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 16, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Benjamin G. Brown School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
8/10
John F. Kennedy Elementary School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi
8/10
Somerville High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi
6/10
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