79 Willow Ave

Taxes: $12,049.33 (2026)

About this home

Rare opportunity to own a true single-family home in Davis Square, lovingly maintained by the same family for over 67 years. This 1897 home offers 2,513 square feet across three floors, with 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms… including a third floor with plumbing, gas hookups, and a separate staircase, ideal for an ADU or in-law apartment. The spacious layout features a 4-car paver driveway, a cozy rear paver patio with built-in fire pit, and a large 3-season front porch. Period details throughout include a wood fireplace, ornate tin ceilings, iconic wood columns, and crown moldings. Steps to Highland Ave, Davis Square, the Red Line, and everything Somerville has to offer.

Property details

Sewer

Private

Style

Garrison

Water

City/Town Water

Cooling

Window AC

Heating

Forced Air, Hot Air Gravity

Type

Detached

Flooring

Wood, Wood Laminate

Road type

Public

Appliances

Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer

Construction

Aluminum

Roof

Aluminum

Lot

Paved Drive, Fenced/Enclosed

Parking

1-10 Spaces, Attached, Paved Driveway

Basement

Unfinished Basement

Electric

Fuses, Circuit Breakers, 60 Amps/Less

Exterior

Porch - Enclosed, Patio, Fenced Yard, Other (See Remarks)

Interior

Cable Available