#73370401, Sarally Yoyo, Listing office: J. R. Pierre Real Estate
$800,000 List price
8 Fountain Ave Somerville, MA 02145
3 beds
2 full
1,448 sqft
0.07 acres
$552 / sqft
House
Property details
About 8 Fountain Ave
Introducing 8 Fountain Ave in Somerville—this classic Colonial awaits its next chapter. Perfect for HOMEOWNERS ready to customize or INVESTORS / DEVELOPERS seeking potential in a well-located East Somerville neighborhood. This home sits on a 2,944 sq ft lot with off-street parking for up to 6 cars. The main level features an open-plan layout with a kitchen that connects to a combined living and dining space, plus a full bath. Upstairs you'll find 3 bedrooms and another full bath, all with hardwood flooring. A walk-up attic provides bonus space for storage or future expansion. The property also features an unfinished basement. Located minutes to the East Somerville Green Line station, Assembly Row, and the shops and restaurants along Broadway. Easy access to I-93, Route 28, and downtown Boston. A rare opportunity to reimagine a single-family in a vibrant neighborhood—don’t miss it!
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral
StatusActive
(New)
(New)
Size1,448 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.07 Acres
Year built1900
ParkingPaved Drive, Off Street, Paved
MLS #73410606
ViewCity
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Tile, Hardwood
- Interior: Bonus Room, Walk-up Attic
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Parking: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- View: City
- Exterior: Porch
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Heating: Central
- Cooling: None
- List Price: $800,000
- Price/SqFt: $552
- Annual Tax Amount: $8,254
- Tax Year: 2024
- Directions: Cross St to Fountain Ave
- Year Built: 1900
- Living Area: 1,448 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.07 Acres
- MLS Number: 73410606
- MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
- Office Name: Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay
- Office Phone: (617) 542-0012
- Listing Agent: The Rasner Group
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 10, 2008 | Home Sold | $240,000 |
| Jun 08, 2006 | Home Sold | $360,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $784,600 | $8,254 |
| 2023 | $747,200 | $7,726 |
| 2022 | $703,800 | $7,165 |
| 2021 | $671,800 | $6,846 |
| 2020 | $636,500 | $6,422 |
| 2019 | $573,900 | $6,175 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
4
King Open
Public District PK-5
0.8 mi
•850 Cambridge St
5
Kennedy-Longfellow
Public District PK-5
1.0 mi
•158 Spring St
8
Cambridgeport
Public District PK-5
1.1 mi
•89 Elm St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $40,357. Residents of Somerville, MA typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Most residents in this area have high school diploma education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
39%
<35k
54%
35k-100k
6%
100k-200k
1%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
What types of families live nearby?
44%
Single, No Kids
13%
Single, with Kids
21%
Married, No Kids
22%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
13%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
35%
18-34 yrs old
36%
35-64 yrs old
7%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Tennis
Pro Boxing
Hiking/backpacking
Where do the neighbors shop?
Crate & Barrel
IKEA
Bloomingdales
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Starbucks
Quiznos
Chipotle
What do the neighbors drive?
BMW
Lexus
Audi
What do the neighbors listen to?
News
Soft Adult Contemporary- Alternative
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 8 Fountain Ave
The listing price of 8 Fountain Ave property is $800,000.
The property 8 Fountain Ave is a house located in Somerville, Massachusetts, 02145.
Active Listing: 8 Fountain Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 8 Fountain Ave are: King Open (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Kennedy-Longfellow (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Cambridgeport (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), E Somerville Community (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Albert F. Argenziano School at Lincoln Park (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Winter Hill Community (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Full Circle High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Somerville High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Community Charter School of Cambridge (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $8,254 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on July 10, 2008 for $240,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 8 Fountain Ave has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 8 Fountain Ave is 1,448 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 8 Fountain Ave is 1900.
This home is located at 8 Fountain Ave in Somerville, MA and zip code 02145 in the East Somerville neighborhood. This 1,448 square foot home, which was built in 1900, sits on a 0.07 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 29, 2025 and is currently priced at $800,000.
In June 2025, from all listings sold in Somerville, MA there were more than 27 sold above asking price, over 20 sold below and more than 1 were sold right at the asked price. The number of listings in Somerville, MA decreased by 2.8% between May and June 2025. In June 2025, listings were on the market for 29 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $1,100,000.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.