And my other gorgeous listing this week is…
80 Webster Ave, Unit 4D, Somerville — listed at $619,000
You’ll love the lofty feel of this gorgeous home by renowned local builder David Aposhian. The 2009-built penthouse offers two levels of living space with hardwood floors, high ceilings, giant windows and a smart, modern layout with open living/dining/kitchen area, separated bedrooms (one a master suite) and a bathroom on each level. Other great features include central air, granite/stainless/maple in the kitchen, breakfast bar, subway tiles in the baths, French doors to a Juliet balcony on the first level and a spacious private roof deck with skyline and sunset views on the second. All this in an unbeatable location between Inman and Union Squares, within a mile of Harvard, MIT and the Red Line at Central, and just a down the street from the proposed Union Square Green Line Station. Solid, professionally-managed, pet-friendly association with high owner-occupancy. Free common laundry on each floor, shared courtyard with grills, bike area and private storage in the basement.
Year built/converted: 2009 Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 2 Living area: 1019 SF +/- per Master Deed Parking: residents with cars must rent a spot in the adjacent garage for $152/month Condo fee: $432.46 / month 2015 taxes: $3,402 with residential exemption
And the neighborhood is amazing! Here are just some of the great local spots…
Atwoods Tavern—great local pub with live music, good food and a great outdoor patio
Be Yoga—offering Vinyasa yoga for all levels
Bloc 11 Café—great coffee shop housed in a former bank, with wifi, art exhibits and frequent live music
Bom Café—cozy neighborhood café where the food is homemade and service is friendly
Brooklyn Boulders—Somerville’s very own rock climbing gym and multi-functional community space
Capone Foods—get your fresh pasta, cheeses and specialty items here—you can even take cooking classes!
Clover Food Lab—hip spot for a quick, healthy, casual meal or snack
The Druid—pub featuring celtic music, trivia, sports, great fare and a friendly vibe
Market Basket—people drive for miles for this grocery store’s fresh produce and super low prices
Prospect Hill Park—tranquil park with great views of the Boston skyline
Puritan & Company—consistently ranked as one of the best new restaurants locally and nationally
Ricky’s Flower Market—fantastic selection of flowers, plants and herbs
Seasonal Farmer’s Market in Union—offering fresh fruit, vegetables, breads and live music May – November
… and too much more to mention!