**One-year lease ($150/month) of a reserved off-street parking spot nearby is transferable to the next owner.** A home like this doesn't come around often. From the moment you step inside the dramatic foyer, you'll know you're somewhere special. This expansive three-level Colonial Revival abounds with preserved original details -- pocket doors, wide plank floors, intricate millwork, and stained glass -- mixed with just the right amount of modern updates that allows for comfortable living. The main level serves as the perfect setting for holiday hosting and day-to-day life. A large foyer with gas fireplace doubles as a formal sitting room, and the sun-filled living room flows seamlessly into a stunning formal dining room for cozy family dinners. The kitchen is spacious and updated to modern standards while showcasing the ornate stained glass window and leaded glass doors that lead to a large pantry with a beverage cooler and convenient pass-through window to the dining room. Upstairs on the second floor you'll find three bedrooms and two full bathrooms, including a fabulous primary suite with a large walk-in closet/dressing room and spa-like bathroom with soaking tub. The top floor provides two more bedrooms and bonus attic space for potential future expansion. For even more space, head down to the basement to find tall ceilings and a great option for an exercise room or playroom, plus tons of room for storage. Nestled on a quiet, low-traffic side street, parking is a breeze. Numerous parks and playgrounds are a short stroll away, including neighborhood favorites Osgood Playground and Nunziato Field & Dog Park. Ideally located for walkability and easy public transit or bike commutes: a 1/2 mile from Gilman Square T stop and vibrant Union Square, and around a mile from Harvard campus and Porter Square T stop. This one-of-a-kind home is not to be missed!
Single-familyProperty Type
1900Year Built
1,900 sq ftLot Size
$525Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Fayth Cregg• Leading Edge Real Estate
Listed by • Leading Edge Real Estate
Bought with Thomas Mackey• Engel & Volkers Wellesley
Est. $6,389 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 61 Preston Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MLS PIN #73556366
Oct 9, 2026
Sold
$1,500,000
$525/sq ft
Sep 24, 2026
Pending
—
Sep 9, 2026
Relisted
—
Sep 9, 2026
Price Changed
$1,550,000
$543/sq ft
Aug 18, 2026
Listing Removed
—
Jul 29, 2026
Listed
$1,599,900
$560/sq ft
MLS PIN #72924528
Jan 24, 2022
Sold
$1,200,000
$420/sq ft
Dec 9, 2021
Contingent
—
Dec 2, 2021
Listed
$1,100,000
$385/sq ft
+23
**parking available for rent $100/mo. Every so often a special home changes hands….here is your opportunity. 61 Preston is the perfect combination of old world character meets modern updates for today’s lifestyle. The working pocket doors and beautiful stained glass harken back to a time when homes were built by craftsmen..….yet your thoughtfully integrated new kitchen and master bathroom are very 2021. With plenty of room for family, friends and gatherings, this is a home that will serve you well for many years to come. A Preservation award winner. Open houses Friday Dec 3rd 5:00pm - 6:00pm, Saturday Dec 4th 11:00am - 1:00pm, Sunday Dec 5th 12:00pm - 2:00pm. Offers requested by Tuesday Dec 7th at 12pm
MLS PIN #72064186
Jan 13, 2017
Sold
$735,000
$257/sq ft
Nov 30, 2016
Pending
—
Oct 6, 2016
Price Changed
$775,000
$271/sq ft
Sep 8, 2016
Listed
$875,000
$306/sq ft
+11
FIRST SHOWING AT NEW PRICE SUNDAY, OCTOBER 9: 11-12:30. If you have been looking for a quintessential Victorian Era home this is for you! When you walk through the front door you are greeted with turn of the century, rich woodwork, high ceilings, gorgeous built-ins, and a fireplace. The sun shines through the many windows and the original wood floors throughout the home are in pristine condition. The eat-in kitchen is partially gutted and ready for you to incorporate your own style. The second floor has 4 bedrooms with plenty of closet space and 1 bath. The third floor has 2 bonus rooms. Small, low maintenance lot. Please allow for 48 hour turnaround time for any offers. This is an estate sale and property is being sold as-is.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,505 (+7.4%)
$471,200 + $766,700
$1,237,900
2024
$12,571 (−7.2%)
$471,200 + $723,800
$1,195,000
2023
$13,551 (+8.2%)
$471,200 + $839,300
$1,310,500
2022
$12,526 (+7.0%)
$448,800 + $781,700
$1,230,500
2021
$11,704 (+7.1%)
$427,400 + $721,200
$1,148,600
2020
$10,929 (+3.4%)
$411,000 + $672,200
$1,083,200
2019
$10,565 (+11.8%)
$357,400 + $624,500
$981,900
2018
$9,451 (+16.1%)
$324,900 + $510,700
$835,600
2017
$8,143 (+13.3%)
$306,500 + $391,300
$697,800
2016
$7,187 (+1.5%)
$224,200 + $349,400
$573,600
2015
$7,081 (+10.2%)
$223,000 + $338,500
$561,500
2014
$6,427 (+1.5%)
$197,800 + $309,900
$507,700
2013
$6,329 (+5.4%)
$186,500 + $285,100
$471,600
2012
$6,006 (+3.0%)
$179,200 + $279,600
$458,800
2011
$5,831 (+1.9%)
$179,200 + $279,600
$458,800
2010
$5,723 (+2.5%)
$181,000 + $284,300
$465,300
2009
$5,581
$185,400 + $291,200
$476,600
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
5
Baths
2.5
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1,742 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,857
Year built
1900
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
755430
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
May 15, 2019 • Final
Electrical
Bathroom
Electrical
Apr 16, 2019 • Final
Building
Addition
Bathroom
Plumbing
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: 61 Preston Rd, Somerville MA 02143
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station, University
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,857
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 1,742 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1900
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 755430
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 16, 2026
Other
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Albert F. Argenziano School At Lincoln Park
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.4mi
7/10
Somerville High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.4mi
6/10
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