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$849,900
4beds
2,060sqft

17 Rush St, Somerville, MA 02145

4beds
2,060sqft
2 Family - 2 units up/down
Built in 1880
1 Open parking space
$413 price/sqft

What's special

Wide classic casingOversized kitchenPrivate rear entryOriginal hardwood floorsRare off-street driveway parkingDeep bay window nooksAbundant natural light

Attention investors, developers, and house-hackers: Rare East Somerville value-add multi-family delivered 100% vacant! This is a standout opportunity in one of Greater Boston's highest-demand real estate markets. Located at 17 Rush Street, this traditional two-family home features nearly 2,100 sq ft of living space across three flexible levels. Offered fully vacant at closing, this property represents a clean slate ready for an ambitious owner-occupant, condo-conversion developer, or long-term buy-and-hold investor looking to build immediate sweat equity. [PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS & CHARACTER] The building retains high-value architectural details that serve as an incredible foundation for a modern overhaul, including high ceilings, deep bay window nooks, abundant natural light, original hardwood floors, ceiling medallions, wide classic casing, and flexible front-to-back floor plans. [CURRENT LAYOUT CONFIGURATION] Unit 1 (First Floor) features a 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom footprint with a large formal living room or dining space, eat-in kitchen area, and private rear entry. Unit 2 (Second and Third Floors) spans two levels offering 3-4 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, expansive living or dining spaces, an oversized kitchen, plus walk-in storage and closet areas on the top floor. (Note: Public record lists property as 5 bed / 2 bath; buyer to verify all potential layout configurations and room counts). [LOCATION & AMENITIES] Commuters and future tenants will love the convenience of rare off-street driveway parking included with the property. Enjoy rapid access to the MBTA East Somerville Green Line Extension and Sullivan Square Orange Line, along with close proximity to Assembly Row, Union Square, Broadway dining and retail, I-93, Cambridge, and downtown Boston. Bring your general contractor, architect, and design vision. Opportunities like this in East Somerville are exceedingly rare.

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Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73575128
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Kitchen

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Zillow last checked:

Listing updated:

Listed by:

Tom Fitzpatrick 617-775-4413,

Flow Realty, Inc. 888-750-3569

Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73575128

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 2
Features
  • Basement: Full
  • Has fireplace: No
Interior area
  • Total structure area: 2,060
  • Total interior livable area: 2,060 sqft
  • Finished area above ground: 2,060
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Property

Parking
  • Total spaces: 1
  • Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street
  • Uncovered spaces: 1
Lot
  • Size: 1,714 Square Feet
  • Features: Level
Details
  • Parcel number: 759783
  • Zoning: NR

Construction

Type & style
  • Home type: MultiFamily
  • Property subtype: 2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Materials
  • Foundation: Stone
Condition
  • Year built: 1880

Utilities & green energy

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community
  • Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Highway Access, T-Station
Location
  • Region: Somerville

Financial & listing details

  • Price per square foot: $413/sqft
  • Tax assessed value: $686,300
  • Annual tax amount: $7,536
  • Date on market: 9/10/2026
  • Total actual rent: 0

Price history

DateEventPrice
9/10/2026Listed for sale$849,900+142.5%$413/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73575128 Report a problem
5/25/2026Listing removed$2,900$1/sqft
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
5/8/2026Listed for rent$2,900$1/sqft
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
3/7/2019Listing removed$2,900$1/sqft
Source: Rise Realty, LLC Report a problem
11/29/2018Listed for rent$2,900$1/sqft
Source: Rise Realty, LLC Report a problem
8/1/2003Sold$350,500$170/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

YearProperty taxesTax assessment
2025$7,225 +7%$662,200 +3.2%
2024$6,751 +2.7%$641,700 +0.9%
2023$6,575 +7%$635,900 +5.3%
2022$6,146 +4.6%$603,700 +4.7%
2021$5,875 +6%$576,500 +4.9%
2020$5,543 +7.2%$549,400 +14.4%
2019$5,169 +12.4%$480,400 +18.2%
2018$4,598 +4.3%$406,500 +7.6%
2017$4,409 +10.4%$377,800 +18.5%
2016$3,995 $318,800

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Monthly payment

Est. payment
$5,095/mo
Principal & interest
$4380
Property taxes
$715
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Estimated market value

$792,800

$721,000 - $872,000

$2,713/mo

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Neighborhood: East Somerville

Nearby schools

Winter Hill Community School
Grades PK-80.1 miles
3/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
2/10
Student Progress Rating
4/10
Somerville High School
Grades 9-120.5 miles
6/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
6/10
College Readiness Rating
6/10
East Somerville Community School
Grades PK-80.1 miles
4/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
3/10
Student Progress Rating
5/10

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