17 Macarthur Street #4

Taxes: $9,999 (2026)

About this home

Brand-new and completely detached, this rare backyard cottage offers the privacy and independence of a freestanding home with the convenience of a condominium. Newly created and thoughtfully designed, it features bright living spaces and an open living concept with white kitchen cabinetry, quartz countertops, and sleek LG appliances. The main level includes a bedroom served by a three-quarter bath. The entire second floor is a spacious primary suite with private bath and covered veranda accessed through oversized sliding glass doors. The lower level offers laundry, a three-quarter bath, and generous flexible space for work, fitness, hobbies, media, or creative pursuits. Exclusive-use outdoor areas surround the home, with wonderful possibilities for gardening, entertaining, relaxing, or creating your own private retreat. A truly distinctive opportunity rarely found in Somerville, conveniently located near Assembly Square, Green and Orange Line MBTA service, dining, shopping, groceries, and all the conveniences of city living.

Property details

Sewer

Private

Style

Single Wide

Water

City/Town Water

Cooling

Central Air, Individual, Unit Control, Ductless Mini-Split System

Heating

Forced Air, Individual, Hot Air Gravity, Ductless Mini-Split System

Flooring

Wood, Tile

Appliances

Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator

Master Bath

Yes

Construction

Aluminum

Parking

Attached

Electric

Circuit Breakers