OFF MARKET

Off market sep 2015 for $1.3M

$2,379,588

•

3,780

sq ft

8 Westwood Rd, Somerville, MA 02143

About this home

Welcome to the Elbridge Newton House (c.1896), a Somerville Preservation Award Winner in 2012! This grand 11 room Queen Anne single family has a gambrel roofline and a turret. The home features 15 beautiful stained glass windows, deep moldings, a wood-burning fireplace, original pocket doors and handsome period woodwork throughout. A 2014 gourmet kitchen and master bath are a wonderful blend of preservation and renovation. Landscaped front and rear yards with patio, garage and driveway parking. One mile to the Porter Square Red line MBTA and close to Davis Square, Union Square and the future Lowell Street & Gilman Square Green line stations. Located in the heart of Somerville’s open studios, near the Somerville Museum, the Aeronaut Brewery and just minutes to some of the hottest local restaurants - Highland Kitchen, Sarma and La Brasa!

Single-familyProperty Type

1896Year Built

4,792 sq ftLot Size

$630Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Lisa Drapkin • Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Cambridge

Bought with Non Member • Non Member Office

Redfin checked: a few seconds ago

•Source:MLS PIN #71850228

Redfin Estimate

$2,379,588

$1.0M since sold in September 2015$21K since September

Recently sold homes
Estimate history
Homes for sale

This home's estimate is 6.4% higher than the average sale price ($2.24M) of 5 comparable homes.

SOLD SEP 4, 2026
$2,250,000
A
6 beds3 baths3,233 sq ft
4 Hurlbut St, Cambridge, MA 02138
SOLD OCT 9, 2026
$1,500,000
B
5 beds2.5 baths2,857 sq ft
61 Preston Rd, Somerville, MA 02143
SOLD MAY 21, 2026
$2,050,000
C
5 beds3.5 baths2,980 sq ft
25 Browning Rd, Somerville, MA 02145
SOLD JUN 8, 2026
$3,280,000
D
4 beds3.5 baths2,992 sq ft
6 Forest St, Cambridge, MA 02140
SOLD JUL 17, 2026
$2,100,000
E
6 beds4 baths3,514 sq ft
172 Summer St, Somerville, MA 02143

Claim this home to receive a free report every month with insights on the changing estimate.

Earn from this home

Sell

$1,436,656

Est. take-home

List your home with Redfin and save $11,898

Rent

$7,719/mo

Redfin rental estimate

List your home for rent

Market trends in 02143, MA

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

100.4%

0.5% MoM

Median sale price

$993K

$67K MoM

Avg. days on market

23d

1 days MoM

Recently sold homes

23 MoM

New listings for sale

EARLY ACCESS
Unknown
3 beds2 baths1,729 sq ft
29 Hanson St #1, Somerville, MA 02143
$1,249,900
3 beds3 baths1,635 sq ft
471 Somerville Ave #4, Somerville, MA 02143
$2,395,000
4 beds3.5 baths2,916 sq ft
17 Porter St, Somerville, MA 02143
EARLY ACCESS
$949,999
2 beds2 baths953 sq ft
40 Pitman St #5, Somerville, MA 02143
$799,900
2 beds2 baths1,010 sq ft
43 Boston St Unit B, Somerville, MA 02143
$1,075,000
3 beds2 baths1,419 sq ft
207 Summer St #3, Somerville, MA 02143
$1,490,000
4 beds3 baths2,294 sq ft
90 Central St, Somerville, MA 02143
$1,199,000
3 beds3 baths1,566 sq ft
26 Porter St #1, Somerville, MA 02143
$670,000
2 beds1 bath942 sq ft
30 Summer St #1, Somerville, MA 02143
$1,350,000
3 beds2.5 baths1,503 sq ft
41-B Oak St Unit 41B, Somerville, MA 02143
See all

Provided by Redfin

Sale history for 8 Westwood Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #71850228

Sep 17, 2015

Sold

$1,363,000

$361/sq ft

Jul 22, 2015

Pending

—

Jul 9, 2015

Price Changed

$1,298,000

$343/sq ft

Jun 3, 2015

Listed

$1,398,000

$370/sq ft

MLS PIN #70886607

Oct 1, 2009

Sold

$718,333

$190/sq ft

Sep 12, 2009

Contingent

—

Jul 12, 2009

Price Changed

$729,000

$193/sq ft

May 7, 2009

Price Changed

$749,000

$198/sq ft

Apr 17, 2009

Price Changed

$780,000

$206/sq ft

Apr 15, 2009

Price Changed

$795,000

$210/sq ft

Mar 11, 2009

Listed

$820,000

$217/sq ft

New Value Price! Historic Shingle Style, part of exclusive enclave of prominent homes on Spring Hill; conven't to Camb, Porter Sq.,easy transp. access; orig. detail preserved w/excellent recent improvements; generous foyer & main rooms flow through broad arches; curved walls & bays; 17 stained glass windows, columns, built-ins & fireplace; current use includes separate access to a suite of offices; lrg, well appointed eat-in K; ample back yard; long drive & garage; new rf, AC, electric updates

MLS PIN #30582110

Jun 21, 2002

Sold

$700,000

$185/sq ft

Mar 20, 2002

Listing Removed

—

Feb 22, 2002

Listed

$729,900

$193/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$23,779 (+6.0%)

$644,200 + $1,535,400

$2,179,600

2024

$22,427 (+8.6%)

$644,200 + $1,487,600

$2,131,800

2023

$20,658 (+6.3%)

$644,200 + $1,353,700

$1,997,900

2022

$19,442 (+4.1%)

$613,500 + $1,296,300

$1,909,800

2021

$18,676 (+4.5%)

$584,300 + $1,248,500

$1,832,800

2020

$17,879 (−4.9%)

$561,700 + $1,210,300

$1,772,000

2019

$18,806 (+10.8%)

$488,500 + $1,259,300

$1,747,800

2018

$16,977 (+5.8%)

$444,100 + $1,057,000

$1,501,100

2017

$16,045 (+17.8%)

$419,000 + $955,900

$1,374,900

2016

$13,615 (+0.7%)

$383,200 + $703,400

$1,086,600

2015

$13,515 (+18.9%)

$381,100 + $690,700

$1,071,800

2014

$11,371 (+2.3%)

$338,000 + $560,200

$898,200

2013

$11,118 (+10.2%)

$305,900 + $522,600

$828,500

2012

$10,087 (+8.5%)

$294,100 + $476,500

$770,600

2011

$9,297 (+3.0%)

$294,100 + $437,400

$731,500

2010

$9,026 (+3.1%)

$297,000 + $436,800

$733,800

2009

$8,757

$304,100 + $443,700

$747,800

Tax history for 8 Westwood Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$23,779 (+6.0%)

$644,200 + $1,535,400

$2,179,600

2024

$22,427 (+8.6%)

$644,200 + $1,487,600

$2,131,800

2023

$20,658 (+6.3%)

$644,200 + $1,353,700

$1,997,900

2022

$19,442 (+4.1%)

$613,500 + $1,296,300

$1,909,800

2021

$18,676 (+4.5%)

$584,300 + $1,248,500

$1,832,800

2020

$17,879 (−4.9%)

$561,700 + $1,210,300

$1,772,000

2019

$18,806 (+10.8%)

$488,500 + $1,259,300

$1,747,800

2018

$16,977 (+5.8%)

$444,100 + $1,057,000

$1,501,100

2017

$16,045 (+17.8%)

$419,000 + $955,900

$1,374,900

2016

$13,615 (+0.7%)

$383,200 + $703,400

$1,086,600

2015

$13,515 (+18.9%)

$381,100 + $690,700

$1,071,800

2014

$11,371 (+2.3%)

$338,000 + $560,200

$898,200

2013

$11,118 (+10.2%)

$305,900 + $522,600

$828,500

2012

$10,087 (+8.5%)

$294,100 + $476,500

$770,600

2011

$9,297 (+3.0%)

$294,100 + $437,400

$731,500

2010

$9,026 (+3.1%)

$297,000 + $436,800

$733,800

2009

$8,757

$304,100 + $443,700

$747,800

*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

Baths

3.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

4,792 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

3,957

Year built

1898

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

753936

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 16, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Detached, Carriage Shed, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second
Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Stained Glass

Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #5 Information
Level: Third
Features: Skylight,Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Double Vanity

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Third
Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Tub,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Living Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Window(s) - Stained Glass,Open Floorplan

Family Room Information
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Window(s) - Stained Glass,Open Floorplan

Dining Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box

Kitchen Information
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Dining Area,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting,Stainless Steel Appliances,Pot Filler Faucet,Wine Chiller,Gas Stove

Office Room Information
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Basement Information
Basement: Partially Finished, Bulkhead, Sump Pump

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Laundry Closet, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Second Floor

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Fireplace Features: Family Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 10
Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Stone / Slate, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Hardwood
Interior Features: Closet, Bonus Room, Bedroom, Office

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,780
Foundation Details: Stone, Brick/Mortar
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Certified Historic
Color: Grey
Lead Paint: Yes, Certified Treated

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Patio
Exterior Features: Porch, Patio, Professional Landscaping, Fenced Yard

Property Information
Accessibility Features: No
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat
Security Features: Security System

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.11
Lot Features: Level
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $11,880
Tax Year: 2015

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas, Fireplace(s)
Cooling: Central Air, 3 or More, Whole House Fan

Location

Location Information
Directions: One way off Benton Rd between Summer St and Highland Ave.
UnparsedAddress: 8 Westwood Road, Somerville MA 02143

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University

Public facts

Beds: 6
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,957
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 4,792 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1898
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 753936

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 16, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3

Listing Information
Exclusions: None.
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

John F. Kennedy Elementary School

Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi

8/10

Somerville High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi

6/10

Provided by GreatSchools

Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

Local insights from Redfin agents

The densest city in New England and the birthplace of Marshmallow Fluff! Somerville will continue to be a competitive Seller's market due to limited new inventory. With many T stops, mixed-use spaces, and close proximity to Cambridge and Boston,...
1 month ago • Somerville
Benjamin Ginsburg
Redfin Premier agent
155 deals
Was this helpful?
Somerville’s vibrant community has seen a surge in outdoor activity, driven by the completion of the Community Path. The highly successful path connects to the Minuteman Bikeway, creating a route from Boston’s North End all the way to Bedford. Linked...
2 months ago • Somerville
Kyle MacNichol
Redfin Premier agent
59 deals
Was this helpful?

Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

6/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 96° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

63% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

3/10 Air Factor

3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years

Provided by First Street

Historical weather

Somerville, MA • 02143

Average low and high temperatures (°F)

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Sun exposure

In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

9.2 hrs

4.4 hrs

JuneDecember

Provided by Shadowmap

Estimated sale price

$2.26M – $2.74M

Reach more buyers when you sell with Redfin. Save up to $23,796 in fees. 3 minutes to get started.

Need the cash from your home fast? Sell to .

Nearby similar homes

$3,400,000

4 beds3.5 baths3,008 sq ft

57 Museum St, Cambridge, MA 02138

Long front porch • Open layout • Cozy gas fireplace

$4,385,000

6 beds4 baths4,255 sq ft

140 Upland Rd, Cambridge, MA 02140

1/4-acre corner lot • Lower-level office • Rooftop deck

$2,300,000

4 beds4 baths3,160 sq ft

13 Humboldt St, Cambridge, MA 02140

Period detailing • Soaring ceilings • Exposed beams

$1,799,000

4 beds3.5 baths2,450 sq ft

37 Belmont St #37, Somerville, MA 02143

Gut-renovated • Expansive kitchen • Private yard

3D WALKTHROUGH

$7,774,800

12 beds14 baths8,284 sq ft

9-11 Mt. Auburn St, Cambridge, MA 02138

Thermador appliances • Soft-close cabinets • Hardwired sonos

$2,950,000

4 beds3 baths2,426 sq ft

55 Elm St, Somerville, MA 02144

Driveway and yard • 4,043 sq ft lot • 2 parking spots

New listings for sale in 02143

EARLY ACCESSCOMPASS COMING SOON

Unknown

3 beds2 baths1,729 sq ft

29 Hanson St #1, Somerville, MA 02143

Built 1900

$1,249,900

3 beds3 baths1,635 sq ft

471 Somerville Ave #4, Somerville, MA 02143

Oversized windows • Balcony • $317 HOA

$2,395,000

4 beds3.5 baths2,916 sq ft

17 Porter St, Somerville, MA 02143

Soaring ceilings • Large windows • Smart home design

EARLY ACCESSREDFIN COMING SOON

$949,999

2 beds2 baths953 sq ft

40 Pitman St #5, Somerville, MA 02143

Smart-home features • Marble baths • Walk-in closets

$799,900

2 beds2 baths1,010 sq ft

43 Boston St Unit B, Somerville, MA 02143

Private roof deck • Panoramic view • Hardwood floors

$1,075,000

3 beds2 baths1,419 sq ft

207 Summer St #3, Somerville, MA 02143

Renovated kitchen • Front balcony • Covered porch

$1,490,000

4 beds3 baths2,294 sq ft

90 Central St, Somerville, MA 02143

Full basement • Convenient location • 4,812 sq ft lot

$1,199,000

3 beds3 baths1,566 sq ft

26 Porter St #1, Somerville, MA 02143

$190 HOA • Parking • Built 1890

$670,000

2 beds1 bath942 sq ft

30 Summer St #1, Somerville, MA 02143

Wood flooring • High ceilings • Open layout

Home values near 8 Westwood Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
5 Westwood Road, Somerville, MA 5 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 3322 Sq. Ft.	$2,193,147
14 Westwood Road, Somerville, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 3308 Sq. Ft.	$1,709,711

Address	Redfin Estimate
7 Westwood Road, Somerville, MA 5 Beds \| 2 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$2,231,412
12 Westwood Road, Somerville, MA 5 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2911 Sq. Ft.	$1,422,584

Address	Redfin Estimate
9 Westwood Road, Somerville, MA 6 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3542 Sq. Ft.	$2,219,400
10 Westwood Road, Somerville, MA 5 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2775 Sq. Ft.	$1,378,300

Property information provided by MLS PIN when last listed in 2015. This data may not match . Learn more.

More real estate resources

Cities
Minor Civil Divisions
Zip Codes
Neighborhoods
Popular Searches

Cambridge homes for sale
Boston homes for sale
Newton homes for sale

Download the Redfin App on the Apple App Store

Download the Redfin App from the Google Play Store

Join us

Become an Agent

Get referrals

Careers

Find homes faster

About us

Find us

Subsidiaries

Affiliated Business

Countries

United States

Canada

Updated September 2025: By searching, you agree to the Terms of Use, and Privacy Policy.

Do not sell or share my personal information.

REDFIN and all REDFIN variants, WALK SCORE, and the R logos, are trademarks of Redfin Corporation, registered or pending in the USPTO.

California DRE #01521930

Redfin is licensed to do business in New York as Redfin Real Estate. NY Standard Operating Procedures

New Mexico Real Estate Licenses

TREC: Info About Brokerage Services, Consumer Protection Notice

All mortgage lending products and information are provided by Rocket Mortgage, LLC | NMLS #3030; www.NMLSConsumerAccess.org. Licensed in 50 states. This site is not authorized by the New York State Department of Financial Services for mortgage solicitation or loan applications activities related to properties located in the State of New York.

Redfin Corporation is an affiliated business of Rocket Limited Partnership. Each company, and their subsidiaries, are separate legal entities operated and managed through its own management and governance structures.

If you are using a screen reader, or having trouble reading this website, please call Redfin Customer Support for help at 1-844-759-7732.

REDFIN IS COMMITTED TO AND ABIDES BY THE FAIR HOUSING ACT AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY ACT. READ REDFIN'S FAIR HOUSING POLICY AND THE NEW YORK STATE FAIR HOUSING NOTICE.

GreatSchools Ratings provided by GreatSchools.org.

02155 homes for sale
02138 homes for sale
02139 homes for sale
02140 homes for sale
02129 homes for sale

Houses for rent in Somerville	Agents near me	Quincy, MA homes for sale	Somerville Housing Market
Houses for sale near me	Boston, MA homes for sale	Brookline, MA homes for sale
Land for sale near me	Newton, MA homes for sale	Arlington, MA homes for sale
Open Houses near me	Cambridge, MA homes for sale	Somerville Property Records
Condos for sale near me	Lexington, MA homes for sale	MA New Listings