High above Davis Square, the penthouse condo at 50 Howard Street #5 feels less like a city residence and more like a hidden treehouse retreat.

Tucked within the Davis Lofts community, the home is wrapped on three sides by nearly 1,000 square feet of artfully designed outdoor space, creating a rare sense of privacy and calm in one of Somerville’s buzziest neighborhoods. If you’re on the hunt for the anti-cookie cutter condo, this is the one.

The terraces are a true extension of the living space. With layered greenery, custom planters, and built-in seating, they invite everything from morning coffee and evening dinners with a tropical vibe to a quiet yoga session above the city. It is easy to forget how close you are to the bustle below, especially with the surrounding treetops and open sky setting the tone.

Inside, the layout is modern and intentional, designed to maximize light and flow. A sleek kitchen anchors the main living area, featuring refined finishes and high-end appliances that feel equally suited to everyday meals and casual entertaining. Two garage-style doors open directly to the decks, allowing fresh air and sunlight to move easily through the home. The bathroom continues the spa-like feel, with a soaking tub and steam shower that make staying in especially appealing.

Comfort and convenience are well covered, with radiant heated floors, air conditioning, automated blinds, and deeded garage parking all adding to the ease of daily life.

The location is hard to beat. Davis Square’s restaurants, cafés, and shops are just moments away, as are the Red Line and the Minuteman Path for commuters, cyclists, and runners alike. This penthouse offers something genuinely uncommon, a peaceful, leafy escape that still places you right in the middle of one of Greater Boston’s most vibrant communities.

The sale of the penthouse, on the market for $1,550,000, is represented by Ricardo Rodriguez & Associates Group with Coldwell Banker Realty – Boston.

Photo credit to: Drone Home Media