429 Norfolk St UNIT 17, Somerville, MA 02143

Stunning, sun-filled 1-bedroom condominium unit at Union Place just over the Cambridge line in Somerville! Steps to Inman Square (Cambridge) and Union Square (Somerville). Easy access to downtown Boston, Longwood Medical Area/Boston University, Kendall Square/MIT, Harvard Square/Harvard University. Built in 2004, this 790 sq.ft. two-level, 1 bedroom 1.5 bath condo unit is located in the front center of the building on the 3rd and 4th (top) floors. Unit features: high ceilings, hardwood floors throughout, energy-efficient wood windows, two-zone programmable thermostats with baseboard heat by gas, and individually-controlled air conditioners on each floor. 4-large windows on each floor of the unit (with window coverings included) make the unit bright and sunny. The first floor features an open plan living area with a kitchen featuring maple cabinets with under-counter lighting and high-end glass mosaic tile backsplash laid out along one wall and a peninsula with breakfast bar. Brand new, black granite countertops with granite shield transferable lifetime warranty. Stainless steel GE profile kitchen appliances include: electric oven/range, built-in microwave w/exhaust fan, dishwasher, and refrigerator/freezer. There is also a pantry, coat closet, and half bath on this level. On the second floor is the master suite with cathedral ceilings, remote controlled ceiling fan, and a loft-style mezzanine area with ladder included for extra sitting or storage space (sq ft. not included in the total living area). The closet is set deep inside an area which is perfect for dressers or shelves. The full bathroom features a pedestal sink with a large mirror above; shower /bathtub; slate tile floor and a full-size, front-loading washer and dryer. There are additional laundry machines available for use in building next door at no additional charge (included in condo fee). Lushly landscaped grounds with 3 common areas with BBQ grills. Garage parking is available for all Union Place Residents in a 4-story parking garage located on Webster Ave (across the street) for $125.00 per month. Free Guest parking and locked bicycle storage space is available on the first level of garage as well as Zip Cars available for public use (rental). A garage attendant/security guard is on duty from 6:30pm to 6:30am. Location: Norfolk Street is just off Cambridge Street between Prospect St and Webster Ave, on the Cambridge line.  Approx 15-20 minute walk to the Central Square Red Line or Lechmere Green Line. MBTA buses go directly to Kendall Square (#85, CT2); Boston/Longwood Medical Area (CT2); Harvard Square (#69); Lechmere Station (#69); Porter Square (#83); Central Square (#91); Sullivan Square (#85, CT2) Condo Fee: $325.00 per month includes: heat, hot water, water, master insurance, maintenance, common area utilities, reserve fund, snow removal, landscaping, laundry, and professional management. 19-unit association with its own budget; pet-friendly and high owner-occupancy. Assessed: $318,500 Taxes: $3,897.87/year (only $2,367.88/year with residential exemption) Easy to show, FHA-approved, fast closing possible 429 Norfolk St, Unit 17 Somerville MA 02143 Additional property info: http://www.forsalebyowner.com/listing/MFSOB?provider_id=28079