5 Willow Ave Somerville Massachusetts 02144 USA

For Sale $2,275,000.00 - Single Family

2876 sq ft 4 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms 6 Parking 1900 Year Built.14 acre

Modern Victorian near Davis Square Somerville MA with cherished period details, 4 bedrooms, 2 full bath, office, garage, and peaceful garden.

Davis Square Modern Victorian

5 Willow Ave Somerville MA 02144 – MLS #73374414

Victorian Single Family home near Davis Square at 5 Willow Ave in Somerville MA 02144 listed for sale exclusively by Tamela Roche, Realtor®.

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Market Status

MLS #73374414
Private showings by appointment
Somerville Market Statistics

Davis Square Somerville Location

Near vibrant shops & restaurants in Porter & Davis Square
Few blocks from Minuteman Bikeway & Community Path
About Somerville MA

Somerville Public Transportation

Davis Square MBTA Red Line T Station ( .5 mi )
Porter Square MBTA Red Line T Station ( .3 mi )
Ball Square MBTA Green Line T Station ( .8 mi )

Davis Square Victorian Gem

Enchanting period details thoughtfully blend with modern features in this single family home that is surrounded by a peaceful garden and nestled between Porter and Davis Square.

The living area includes three finished levels with approximately 2,876 square feet. The lot size of .14 acres is above average. With four bedrooms, two beautifully updated bathrooms and a home office, this modern Victorian will surely accommodate a variety of lifestyles.

Natural light abounds on all three living levels. As a result of surrounding trees and mature landscaping, many of the window views include lush greenery.

Close up image of the large fenced patio area with dining table and chars, seating area, umbrella, and grill at this single family Victorian near Davis Square

Image of the seating area on the large patio surrounding by lush foliage and a beautiful garden

Davis Square Victorian

Garden Oasis

Unwind in the peaceful garden that surrounds this modern Victorian with established magnolia, cherry, birch, dogwood, Japanese maple, and elm trees. Escape to the second level covered porch for a serene retreat hidden by lush foliage.

Image of the private fenced patio with dining table, umbrella, and seating area at 5 Willow Avenue in Somerville MA

View of the patio, covered back porch, wood deck walkway, and side garden leading to the side gate at 5 Willow Avenue in Somerville MA

Image of the side garden area with a brick walkway to the front gate at 5 Willow Avenue

Image of the covered back porch and brick patio with dining area, lush garden, and view of the custom mural painted on the side of the garage by a local artist

Image of the custom mural depicting Somerville and Boston iconic scenes painted on the side of the garage by a local artist — Custom Mural by Local Artist Kit Collins

Image of the large brick patio and dining area with decorative lights, lush garden, dining table and chairs, with a view of the mural by a local artist painted on the side of the garage

Davis Square Modern Victorian

Many period details are preserved in this modern Victorian which includes the ceiling medallions, pocket doors, and stained glass windows. The hardwood floors throughout the home are refinished. Beautiful natural woodwork and crown molding are found on the main living level.

Main Living Level

Step inside the welcoming foyer from the large covered front porch. Relax by the wood stove in a double parlor living room with pocket doors and beautiful woodwork enveloped in soft warm light.

Take pleasure in the chef’s kitchen with custom birch cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, granite counters, granite backsplash, and under cabinet lighting. The kitchen overlooks a large private patio designed to entertain with ease.

Choose to dine in the kitchen seating area, adjoining formal dining room with shaker style doors, or outside on the large private patio. A modern full bathroom on the mail level includes slate flooring and a large glass tiled walk-in shower. A heated mud room provides access to the kitchen from a covered back porch.

Second and Third Level

The second level includes three bedrooms, updated full bathroom, home office, and a covered front porch. Two of the three bedrooms on this level are connected as a primary bedroom which includes a dressing room with custom built-in wardrobe cabinetry. Indulge in the spa inspired full bathroom with a large soaking tub, separate glass tile walk-in shower, and heated towel warmer.

A spacious home office on the second level includes sunbeams from the skylight. The third level includes a large fourth bedroom with hardwood floors, ceiling fans, walk-in cedar closet and extra storage.

Modern Features

Modern features include updated covered porches, two updated bathrooms, heated mud room, home office, and large finished laundry room. The heating system is new as of 2012 and the roof is new as of 2013. In addition, central air-conditioning provides cooling for the second and third level.

Garage and Extra Parking

Park in the three-car garage or the driveway with at least three extra spaces. Unload provisions to the covered back porch and through the heated mud room into the kitchen. The garage also provides additional storage space.

Aerial photo showing the home at 5 Willow Ave in Somerville MA located within a few blocks of Davis Square — Aerial of Davis Square

Aerial photo showing the home at 5 Willow Ave in Somerville MA located within a few blocks of Porter Square in Cambridge MA and the Boston skyline — Aerial of Porter Square

Davis Square Somerville Location

5 Willow Ave is nestled between Porter Square in Cambridge MA and Davis Square in Somerville MA. The location is ideal being just a few blocks from the Minuteman Bikeway and the Community Path as well as vibrant cafes, shops, and dining.

The MBTA Red Line and Green Line stations in Porter, Davis, and Ball Square offer a convenient commute to Tufts, Lesley, Harvard, MIT, and downtown Boston. Several MBTA bus routes are also located within a few blocks as well as bike sharing provided by BlueBikes.

Somerville MA Recreation

Enjoy the great outdoors at over 80 Somerville MA parks and open spaces including several parks nearby.

Somerville MA Arts

Somerville Open Studios is a non-profit organization with an annual open studio and related events held each spring in Somerville, Massachusetts. Today this event is one of the largest of its kind in the country with over 400 artists displaying their artwork.

The Somerville Arts Council is the local cultural council for the City of Somerville, Massachusetts. The mission of the Somerville Arts Council is to cultivate and celebrate the creative expressions of the Somerville community. Many events are held throughout the year by the Somerville Arts Council including Somerville PorchFest and SomerStreets.

Somerville MA Farmers Markets

The Somerville Farmers Markets in Davis Square and Union Square open in May. Visit 2025 Local Farmers Markets for the schedule which also includes the Somerville Mobile Farmers Markets open July through October.

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