Only one block from East Cambridge and just a 15-minute walk to Kendall Square!! Superb value and 1+ bedroom with bonus room currently used as an office. Perched atop Metro9-one of Somerville's rare concierge-elevator buildings-Penthouse 3 blends soaring volume, sleek design, and an unbeatable location. Within 911 sq. ft. of one-bed + den living, dramatic ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows frame sweeping city and river views. The chef-ready kitchen features quartz counters, sleek wood cabinetry, and stainless appliances-perfect for effortless day-to-night living. The flexible den serves beautifully as a bonus room, guest space, home office, or creative nook. The bathroom, fully remodeled in 2020 by Northfork Design, is a spa-like retreat with marble walls, porcelain hex-tile floors, luxe fixtures, and warm wood storage. Step onto the private balcony for serene, city-perched moments. Located just blocks from Lechmere, Cambridge Crossing, and Boynton Yards.
Property Features
Bedrooms
Other Rooms
- Total Rooms: 3
- Entry Foyer Level: 8
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Interior Features
- Elevator
- Flooring: Tile, Concrete
- Window Features: Insulated Windows
Appliances
- Oven
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Refrigerator
- Washer
- Dryer
- Range Hood
- Cooktop
- Laundry Features: In Unit
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: Central Air, Unit Control
- Heating Features: Central, Heat Pump, Unit Control
- Heating: Yes
Exterior and Lot Features
- Deck - Roof
- Balcony
- City View(s)
- Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Roof
- Deck: Yes
Garage and Parking
- Parking Features: Assigned, Off Street
- Parking Total: 1
Home Features
- View: City
- Other Equipment: Intercom
- Security Features: Intercom, Concierge
Homeowners Association
- Association: Yes
- Association Amenities: Elevator(s), Recreation Facilities, Fitness Center
- Association Fee: 938
- Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
- Association Fee Includes: Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Security, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Reserve Funds
- Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 938
- Pets Allowed: Yes w/ Restrictions
Multi-Unit Info
Amenities and Community Features
- Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Other Property Info
- Annual Tax Amount: 9409
- City Region: Union Square
- Source Listing Status: Active
- County: Middlesex
- Directions: Entrance between Warren and Lambert Street.
- Tax Year: 2025
- Source Property Type: Residential
- Home Warranty: No
- Property Subtype: condo
- Parcel Number: 5071477
- Zoning: RES
- Property Subtype: Condominium
Building and Construction
- Total Square Feet Living: 911
- Year Built: 1916
- Above Grade Finished Area: 911
- Building Area Total: 911
- Building Area Units: Square Feet
- Building Name: Metro 9 Condominium
- Common Walls: No One Above
- Construction Materials: Stone
- Property Age: 109
- Property Attached: Yes
- Roof: Rubber
- Levels or Stories: 1
- Building Total Stories: 1
- Structure Type: Mid-Rise
- Year Built Details: Approximate,Renovated Since
- Year Built Effective: 2016
- Year Built Source: Public Records
Utilities
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- for Electric Range
- for Electric Oven
- Water Source: Public
Accessibility Features
- Accessibility Features: Accessible Entrance