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Listing broker remarks

This stunningly restored 1880 Victorian is located in the desirable Spring Hill neighborhood. This special home features a welcoming foyer and formal living and dining spaces filled with meticulously preserved period details, including inlay floors, pocket doors, original tile/mantel fireplace, and soaring ceilings. The main level also offers a modern kitchen along with multiple living spaces. A grand staircase with original stained-glass windows leads to the second level, which houses four bedrooms, a family bath, and library. The third level features a primary suite with a spa bath, a dressing room, and family room. Extensive upgrades include a new roof and cedar siding, professionally repaired original windows, a 200-amp electrical service with an EV charger, a solar PV array, and a high-efficiency HVAC system. Additionally, the home includes a two-car garage and two off-street parking spaces. This property offers a spacious layout blending historic preservation with modern updates.— Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Key details

  • 3,514 sq ft
  • 5,103 lot sq ft
  • 6 beds
  • 3 baths
  • 1880 built
  • $681 / sq ft
  • $16,521 2026 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠2⁠5⁠8⁠4⁠8⁠
Last updated
Address
172 Summer St
Town
Somerville, MA
ZIP
02143
Deed (Bk/Pg)
1538 / 5

Historic designations

National Register
Spring Hill Historic District · includes SMV.1082

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Neighborhood: Somerville

National Historic Landmark

Federally designated as nationally significant — the highest U.S. historic recognition. Section 106 review applies to federal undertakings affecting the property.

National Register

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Owners may qualify for the 20% federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit on certified rehabilitation work.

State Register

Listed on the Massachusetts State Register of Historic Places.

Local Historic District

Inside a Local Historic District. Exterior changes visible from a public way require approval from the local historic district commission.

Local Landmark

Individually designated by the town as a local landmark. Exterior alterations require commission approval.

MACRIS Inventory

Documented in MACRIS, the state historic inventory. Informational only — no regulatory constraints.

Article 85 (Boston)

Subject to Boston Article 85 demolition-delay review, which can pause demolition of buildings 50+ years old for up to 90 days.