79 Willow Ave, Somerville, MA 02144
Local realty services provided by:Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate The Shanahan Group
Listed by: anthony privitera
Office: francis d. privitera, jr.
MLS#:73481594
Source:MLSPIN
Price summary
- Price:$1,399,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$556.71
About this home
Rare opportunity to own a true single-family home in Davis Square, lovingly maintained by the same family for over 67 years. This 1897 home offers 2,513 square feet across three floors, with 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms… including a third floor with plumbing, gas hookups, and a separate staircase, ideal for an ADU or in-law apartment. The spacious layout features a 4-car paver driveway, a cozy rear paver patio with built-in fire pit, and a large 3-season front porch. Period details throughout include a wood fireplace, ornate tin ceilings, iconic wood columns, and crown moldings. Steps to Highland Ave, Davis Square, the Red Line, and everything Somerville has to offer.
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Home facts
- Year built:1897
- Listing ID #:73481594
- Updated:June 10, 2026 at 10:35 AM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:5
- Total bathrooms:3
- Full bathrooms:3
- Rooms Total:10
- Flooring:Flooring - Hardwood, Wood, Wood Laminate
- Dining Description:Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
- Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
- Basement Description:Unfinished
- Living area:2,513 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Window Unit(s)
- Heating:Fireplace(s), Forced Air, Natural Gas
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Shingle
- Year built:1897
- Building area:2,513 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.08 Acres
- Architectural Style:Garrison
- Construction Materials:Frame
- Exterior Features:Patio, Porch - Enclosed
- Foundation Description:Stone
Utilities
- Water:Public
- Sewer:Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$1,399,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$556.71
- Tax amount:$12,049 (2026)
Features and amenities
- Appliances:Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry features:Dryer, Flooring - Hardwood, Second Floor, Washer
- Amenities:Entrance Foyer, Gas Water Heater
Parking
- Total parking spaces:4
- Parking description:Off Street, On Street, Paved, Paved Drive
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