Apartment$699,900
Somerville
6 bd 2 ba 223 m²
Somerville, MA Real Estate: Condos and Multi-Family Homes
57 homes and apartments for sale in Somerville, United States.
Properties for sale in Somerville
24 properties shown
Apartment
$1,375,000
Somerville
4 bd 2 ba 139 m²
Apartment$1,289,900
Somerville
7 bd 3 ba 247 m²
House$999,000
Somerville
3 bd 2 ba 137 m²
Apartment$1,295,000
Somerville
8 bd 3 ba 298 m²
Apartment$3,300,000
Somerville
8 bd 6 ba 488 m²
Apartment$675,000
Somerville
1 bd 1 ba 75 m²
Apartment$597,000
Somerville
3 bd 1 ba 69 m²
Apartment$1,650,000
Somerville
4 bd 3 ba 185 m²
Apartment$975,000
Somerville
1 bd 2 ba 104 m²
Apartment$864,999
Somerville
2 bd 1 ba 76 m²
Apartment$1,950,000
Somerville
7 bd 3 ba 369 m²
House$1,495,000
Somerville
4 bd 3 ba 258 m²
Apartment$1,049,000
Somerville
2 bd 2 ba 109 m²
Apartment$639,900
Somerville
2 bd 1 ba 100 m²
$699,000
Somerville
2 bd 2 ba 98 m²
Apartment$1,260,000
Somerville
3 bd 2 ba 208 m²
Apartment$1,849,000
Somerville
3 bd 2 ba 159 m²
Apartment$1,249,000
Somerville
2 bd 2 ba 142 m²
Apartment$825,000
Somerville
2 bd 2 ba 77 m²
Apartment$1,049,000
Somerville
4 bd 2 ba 214 m²
Apartment$750,000
Somerville
2 bd 1 ba 63 m²
$1,795,000
Somerville
7 bd 3 ba 297 m²
Apartment$1,950,000
Somerville
2 bd 2 ba 144 m²
Buyer's guide: Somerville
Property for sale in Somerville means a dense, transit-linked city just north of Boston, where most listings are condominiums rather than detached houses. We currently list 57 homes here with a median asking price of €955,659, so this is a premium market, not a bargain one. This page sets out the numbers, the neighbourhoods and what an overseas buyer needs to know before making an offer.
What Somerville homes cost
The figures below come from current listings on RealEstateAbroad and are asking prices, converted to euros, not sale prices. Half of the listings sit between roughly €660,000 and €1.34 million, which shows how wide the gap is between a compact one-bedroom condo and a multi-bedroom family home.
| Measure | Somerville listings |
|---|---|
| Median asking price | €955,659 |
| Middle half of listings (p25 to p75) | €660,647 to €1,336,492 |
| Median price per m² | €7,331 |
| Median size | 139 m² |
| Active listings | 57 |
Apartments dominate, but larger homes are common
Of the 57 listings, 45 are apartments (in practice condominiums and converted multi-family buildings) and 12 are houses. See the wider apartments for sale in the United States and houses for sale in the United States pages for comparison.
Bedroom counts are spread out: 20 listings have two bedrooms, 9 have three, and 11 each have four and five or more. That upper tail usually means a whole building or a large two- or three-unit property sold as one, which suits owner-occupiers who want rental income from a second unit.
| Bedrooms | Listings |
|---|---|
| Studio | 1 |
| 1 | 5 |
| 2 | 20 |
| 3 | 9 |
| 4 | 11 |
| 5 or more | 11 |
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Neighbourhoods and getting around
Somerville is small and walkable, and its character changes by square. Davis Square has the Red Line, cafes and a music venue crowd. Union Square has seen heavy redevelopment since the Green Line Extension opened. Assembly Row, near the Mystic River, is newer, with modern condo blocks and retail. Winter Hill and Ball Square are quieter and more residential.
Buyers are mostly Boston-area professionals, university staff and graduate-school families, along with investors who rent to students. Because Harvard and MIT are a short ride away, rental demand is deep, but check local rules on short-term lets before assuming Airbnb income.
Buying tips for overseas buyers
The United States places no general ban on foreign purchasers, and Massachusetts conveyancing is run by attorneys. Read the United States buying guide for the full process and the financing guide for non-resident mortgages, which typically need a large down payment.
- Budget for condo association fees, which sit on top of property tax.
- Selling later triggers FIRPTA withholding of 15% for foreign sellers, with lower rates for some qualifying residences.
- Check whether a unit is deeded parking or a leased space, since this changes resale value.
- Use the mortgage calculator to test monthly costs before you bid.
Other markets close by
Somerville borders Cambridge and Medford, and central Boston is a few miles south. East Boston, Brighton and Brookline are other parts of the Boston area worth comparing, usually reached by metro or car. For the whole country, start at the United States overview.
Last updated 8 October 2026
Buying property in Somerville: FAQ
Can a non-US citizen buy a condo in Somerville?
Yes. Massachusetts places no residency or citizenship test on buyers. You will need funds that can be traced, a Massachusetts real estate attorney, and a lender that accepts foreign income if you borrow.
Is Somerville cheaper than Boston?
Not necessarily. With a median asking price of €955,659 and a median of €7,331 per m², it competes with many Boston neighbourhoods. Compare it directly with the Boston, Cambridge and Brighton pages.
Do I need to live there to rent out a Somerville unit?
No, but you will need a local property manager if you live abroad, and the city has rules on registration and short-term rentals. Ask an attorney to confirm what applies to the specific building.
What are the main extra costs when buying in Massachusetts?
Expect attorney fees, a lender's title insurance policy if you finance, a home inspection, and recurring condo fees. The seller traditionally pays the state deed excise tax. Confirm current figures with your attorney.
Why are so many Somerville listings apartments?
The city is largely triple-deckers, condo conversions and new apartment blocks on small lots. Detached houses exist, but only 12 of 57 current listings are houses.
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