Highland Rd is known and loved for its wide median strip of grass and lg Col. Revival style homes. From the roomy front porch, original oak door w/stnd glass sidelights opens to beautiful foyer w/tin ceiling, bay windows w/stnd glass, hall closet, wd fl. LR features cove ceiling w/ctr medallion and French pocket doors to DR w/ tin ceiling. Spacious kitchen has tiled floor, ample light wd cabinets, ss appliances, multi windows, solid surface cntrs, tile bksplash, built-in desk, and backstair. Hall off kitchen leads to 1/2 bath and door to yd + bsmt. Front stair leads to 3 bdrms, linen clst, and full spa bath w/separate tub and walk-in shower. The entire top fl is a stunning flex space (bdrm/family room/studio) w/cathedral ceiling, electronic skylights, and ceiling fans. Cntrl air. Fenced yd has lg patio, curved retaining wall, perennials, garage, and tall gate to long driveway. W/d in bsmt. Walk to 2 RedLine + 2 GLX stops, bike path, Lex. Park, shops, eateries, theaters, universities.
Single-familyProperty Type
1920Year Built
3,520 sq ftLot Size
$771Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Thalia Tringo• Thalia Tringo & Associates Real Estate, Inc.
Bought with Chuck Silverston Team• Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Close to the bike path and within walking distance of Davis Square, this Victorian single with great curb appeal offers three floors of comfortable living with wonderful architectural detail, such as tin ceilings and stained glass windows. This 3+bedroom, 1.5 bath with fabulous kitchen renovated in 2005 offers a private back yard, garage and driveway. There is room on the third floor for a second full bath.
MLS PIN #30400128
Jun 19, 2000
Sold
$475,000
$162/sq ft
Apr 10, 2000
Listing Removed
—
Apr 7, 2000
Listed
$445,000
$152/sq ft
VICTORIAN WITH GREAT CURB APPEAL CLOSE TO THE BIKE PATH. THREE FLOORS OF COMFORTABLE LIVING. LOVELY FOYER WITH STAINED GLASS WINDOWS. TWO ROOMS ON THIRD FLOOR COULD MAKE A WONDERFUL MASTER SUITE. TIN CEILINGS. CAROLINA PINE FLOORS.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$20,120 (+7.4%)
$699,900 + $1,144,300
$1,844,200
2024
$18,728 (+7.6%)
$699,900 + $1,080,300
$1,780,200
2023
$17,398 (+8.0%)
$699,900 + $982,700
$1,682,600
2022
$16,103 (+6.6%)
$666,500 + $915,300
$1,581,800
2021
$15,099 (+10.2%)
$661,700 + $820,000
$1,481,700
2020
$13,697 (−1.0%)
$662,100 + $695,400
$1,357,500
2019
$13,841 (+6.0%)
$602,800 + $683,500
$1,286,300
2018
$13,054 (+6.7%)
$548,000 + $606,200
$1,154,200
2017
$12,239 (+4.3%)
$516,900 + $531,900
$1,048,800
2016
$11,738 (+5.0%)
$461,700 + $475,100
$936,800
2015
$11,180 (+11.1%)
$426,400 + $460,200
$886,600
2014
$10,065 (+8.1%)
$373,500 + $421,500
$795,000
2013
$9,312 (+4.7%)
$328,200 + $365,700
$693,900
2012
$8,891 (+3.0%)
$328,200 + $351,000
$679,200
2011
$8,633 (+13.0%)
$328,200 + $351,000
$679,200
2010
$7,638 (+7.2%)
$328,200 + $292,800
$621,000
2009
$7,122
$308,100 + $300,100
$608,200
Tax history for 36 Highland Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$20,120 (+7.4%)
$699,900 + $1,144,300
$1,844,200
2024
$18,728 (+7.6%)
$699,900 + $1,080,300
$1,780,200
2023
$17,398 (+8.0%)
$699,900 + $982,700
$1,682,600
2022
$16,103 (+6.6%)
$666,500 + $915,300
$1,581,800
2021
$15,099 (+10.2%)
$661,700 + $820,000
$1,481,700
2020
$13,697 (−1.0%)
$662,100 + $695,400
$1,357,500
2019
$13,841 (+6.0%)
$602,800 + $683,500
$1,286,300
2018
$13,054 (+6.7%)
$548,000 + $606,200
$1,154,200
2017
$12,239 (+4.3%)
$516,900 + $531,900
$1,048,800
2016
$11,738 (+5.0%)
$461,700 + $475,100
$936,800
2015
$11,180 (+11.1%)
$426,400 + $460,200
$886,600
2014
$10,065 (+8.1%)
$373,500 + $421,500
$795,000
2013
$9,312 (+4.7%)
$328,200 + $365,700
$693,900
2012
$8,891 (+3.0%)
$328,200 + $351,000
$679,200
2011
$8,633 (+13.0%)
$328,200 + $351,000
$679,200
2010
$7,638 (+7.2%)
$328,200 + $292,800
$621,000
2009
$7,122
$308,100 + $300,100
$608,200
*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
1.5
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3,485 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,926
Year built
1920
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
751044
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
Aug 4, 2022 • Final
Building
Remodel
Aug 26, 2021 • Final
Building
Remodel
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.
UnparsedAddress: 36 Highland Road, Somerville MA 02144
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Highway Access, T-Station, University
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,926
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 3,485 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1920
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 751044
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 16, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Exclusions: Excluded: Patio Heat Lamp, Grill, Simplisafe Security System
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 • 0.5mi
8/10
Somerville High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi
6/10
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