OFF MARKET

Off Market Nov 2021 for $575K

$690,000

•

861

sq ft

38 Benton Rd #3, Somerville, MA 02143

About this home

Embrace city living in this penthouse condo located on one of the most desirable streets in Spring Hill. This unit is light and bright with an open concept layout, skylights, and recessed lighting. Features include in-unit washer/dryer, central air, private storage in attic/basement, private entrance, and off-street parking. Relax on your back deck under the shade of a Norway Maple, or in the large fenced-in backyard, a rare feature. This expansive outdoor space is perfect for barbecues and fun! Great access to public transportation, located close to Porter, Davis & Union Squares, and 1/2 mile to the Magoun Square Green Line Extension stop. A stone's throw away is the Somerville Community Bike Path and the Center for Arts at the Armory where you can enjoy live acoustic music or buy fresh produce at the Winter Farmers Market. Great nearby schools include Agassiz Preschool, Saint Theresa’s, and Kennedy Elem. Come join this friendly, vibrant neighborhood!

CondoProperty Type

1900Year Built

$801Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 spaceParking

Listed by Wilson Group • Keller Williams Realty

Bought with Laura DeLuca • Compass

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:MLS PIN #72907218

Redfin Estimate

$690,000

$115K since sold in November 2021$12K since August

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This home's estimate is 8.6% lower than the average sale price ($755K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD SEP 1, 2026
$680,000
A
2 beds1 bath829 sq ft
62 Hudson St #1, Somerville, MA 02143
SOLD JUN 30, 2026
$720,000
B
2 beds1 bath1,070 sq ft
72 Central #1, Somerville, MA 02143
SOLD AUG 10, 2026
$730,000
C
2 beds1 bath866 sq ft
7 Mountain Ave #2, Somerville, MA 02143
SOLD APR 30, 2026
$786,500
D
2 beds1 bath916 sq ft
148 Lowell St #3, Somerville, MA 02143
SOLD DEC 3, 2025
$739,000
E
2 beds1 bath912 sq ft
59 Berkeley St #3, Somerville, MA 02143
SOLD JUL 13, 2026
$875,000
F
2 beds2 baths1,041 sq ft
27 Albion St #3, Somerville, MA 02143

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Market trends in 02143, MA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

101.0%

0.2% MoM

Median sale price

$1.1M

$40K MoM

Avg. days on market

22d

2 days MoM

Recently sold homes

7 MoM

New listings for sale

$599,000
1 bed1 bath686 sq ft
432 Norfolk St Unit 4-C, Somerville, MA 02143
$999,900
5 beds2 baths2,397 sq ft
9-11 Carter Ter, Somerville, MA 02143
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Sale history for 38 Benton Rd #3

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72907218

Nov 23, 2021

Sold

$575,000

$668/sq ft

Oct 17, 2021

Contingent

—

Oct 12, 2021

Listed

$549,900

$639/sq ft

MLS PIN #70606162

Mar 21, 2008

Sold

$275,000

$319/sq ft

Feb 8, 2008

Listing Removed

—

Jan 10, 2008

Price Changed

$285,000

$331/sq ft

Nov 29, 2007

Price Changed

$299,900

$348/sq ft

Nov 13, 2007

Price Changed

$309,900

$360/sq ft

Oct 27, 2007

Price Changed

$319,900

$372/sq ft

Sep 12, 2007

Price Changed

$327,500

$380/sq ft

Aug 3, 2007

Price Changed

$334,900

$389/sq ft

Jun 29, 2007

Listed

$339,900

$395/sq ft

Large, light-filled, open plan living room/dining area/kitchen. Fully applianced. 2 bedrooms with skylights, hardwood floors & large closets. Less than 1 mile from Porter & Union Sq's in a charming residential neighborhood. In-unit washer/dryer. Private entrance, exclusive-use penthouse deck, & large common yard. Central air conditioning. Bsmnt storage. Off-street pkg. Up to $5,000 towards buyer's closing costs. Move right in.

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$6,497 (+8.4%)

$595,500

2024

$5,995 (+3.0%)

$569,900

2023

$5,818 (+4.6%)

$562,700

2022

$5,561 (+2.0%)

$546,300

2021

$5,452 (+3.2%)

$535,000

2020

$5,285 (+3.5%)

$523,800

2019

$5,107 (−3.7%)

$474,600

2018

$5,304 (+16.8%)

$469,000

2017

$4,542 (−7.3%)

$389,200

2016

$4,900 (+9.2%)

$391,100

2015

$4,489 (+12.4%)

$356,000

2014

$3,993 (−5.2%)

$315,400

2013

$4,214 (−3.6%)

$314,000

2012

$4,371 (+14.4%)

$333,900

2011

$3,821 (+2.9%)

$300,600

2010

$3,713 (+10.7%)

$301,900

2009

$3,355

$286,500

Tax history for 38 Benton Rd #3

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$6,497 (+8.4%)

$595,500

2024

$5,995 (+3.0%)

$569,900

2023

$5,818 (+4.6%)

$562,700

2022

$5,561 (+2.0%)

$546,300

2021

$5,452 (+3.2%)

$535,000

2020

$5,285 (+3.5%)

$523,800

2019

$5,107 (−3.7%)

$474,600

2018

$5,304 (+16.8%)

$469,000

2017

$4,542 (−7.3%)

$389,200

2016

$4,900 (+9.2%)

$391,100

2015

$4,489 (+12.4%)

$356,000

2014

$3,993 (−5.2%)

$315,400

2013

$4,214 (−3.6%)

$314,000

2012

$4,371 (+14.4%)

$333,900

2011

$3,821 (+2.9%)

$300,600

2010

$3,713 (+10.7%)

$301,900

2009

$3,355

$286,500

*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

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

—

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

861

Year built

1900

Style

Condo/Co-op

County

Middlesex County

APN

4587267

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 16, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Off Street, Tandem

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1

Basement Information
Basement: Y

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Unit

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 4

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 861
StructureType: 2/3 Family
Stories (Total): 1
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Effective: 2004
Year Built Details: Actual

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Shingle, Rubber
Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Wood
Exterior Features: Deck - Wood, Decorative Lighting, City View(s), Fenced Yard, Rain Gutters

Property Information
PropertySubType: Condominium
Common Walls: No One Above
Entry Level: 3

Lot Information
ViewYN: Has View
View: City

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,451.65
Tax Year: 2021

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air

Location

HOA Information
Association Fee: $200
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Reserve Funds
Association Amenities: Hot Water, Storage

Location Information
Directions: Highland Ave to Benton
UnparsedAddress: 38 Benton Road # 3, Somerville MA 02143

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Park, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Pets Allowed: Yes

Public facts

Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 861
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: —
Style: Condo/Co-op
Year Built: 1900
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 4587267

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 16, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

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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$656,000 – $794,000

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Data from public records.

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34 Benton Rd, Somerville, MA 6 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3410 Sq. Ft.	$1,569,964

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