*** Investors/Contractors/Developers note: your next project awaits! Classic 7/5 two family on over 12K+ sf of level land in a top commuter location, 181 Summer Street boasts a number of quality upgrades, a strong rental history, and expansion/conversion potential galore. 2018 3rd-floor full shed dormer added two spacious BRs and room for a future third full bathroom. Improvements over past 10 years include new roof, two new heating/central air systems, replacement Harvey windows, rebuilt front porch and stairs, and a new tile bathroom (Unit 2). Each unit features hardwood floors and ceramic tile baths. Lower level is partially finished with 2 separate laundry areas and a bonus half bath; new gas water heater 2024 (Unit 1). Property abuts conservation land. Conveniently located on the Turkey Hill bus line to Alewife, just a few short blocks to vibrant Mass Avenue, public tennis/pickle ball courts, Bishop School, and the popular Minuteman Bikeway.
Sold for $1,270,000
$1,270,000
181 Summer St, Arlington, MA 02474
6beds
2,428sqft
2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Built in 1949
-- sqft lot
$1,408,600 Zestimate®
$523/sqft
$3,029 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,408,600
$1.28M - $1.58M
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Hardwood floorsNew roofCeramic tile bathsReplacement harvey windowsAbuts conservation landLevel landNew tile bathroom
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Karen Zoeller 781-608-3156,
Senne 781-648-6900
Bought with:
Best of Boston Living Group
Century 21 North East
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73324712
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Dishwasher, Range Hood
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Bathroom With Tub & Shower, Remodeled, Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Office/Den
- Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Hardwood, Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Doors: Insulated Doors
- Windows: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s), Screens
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry,Concrete
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,428
- Total interior livable area: 2,428 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,428
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Assigned, Paved
- Uncovered spaces: 5
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters
- Waterfront features: Lake/Pond, 1 to 2 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
- Frontage length: 68.00
Lot
- Size: 0.28 Acres
- Features: Level
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Foundation area: 952
- Parcel number: 323819
- Zoning: R1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subtype: 2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1949
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Thermostat
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Bike Path, Conservation Area, Public School, Sidewalks
Location
- Region: Arlington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $523/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,058,200
- Annual tax amount: $11,206
- Date on market: 11/26/2025
- Listing terms: Contract
- Exclusions: Excludes Tenants' Property.
- Total actual rent: 5050
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/7/2025 | Sold | $1,270,000-9%$523/sqft |
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| 2/27/2025 | Contingent | $1,395,000$575/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73324712 Report a problem | ||
| 1/24/2025 | Price change | $1,395,000-3.8%$575/sqft |
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| 1/9/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,450,000$597/sqft |
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| 11/26/2024 | Listing removed | $1,450,000$597/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73295004 Report a problem | ||
| 9/26/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,450,000+171%$597/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73295004 Report a problem | ||
| 1/10/2018 | Listing removed | $2,200$1/sqft |
Source: Boston Pads Report a problem | ||
| 10/25/2017 | Listed for rent | $2,200$1/sqft |
Source: Boston Pads Report a problem | ||
| 8/6/2013 | Sold | $535,000-2.7%$220/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/17/2013 | Listed for sale | $550,000+12.5%$227/sqft |
Source: Century 21 Adams KC #71527047 Report a problem | ||
| 8/27/2003 | Sold | $489,000$201/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $11,851 +5.8% | $1,100,400 +4% |
| 2024 | $11,206 -1.8% | $1,058,200 +3.9% |
| 2023 | $11,414 +1.4% | $1,018,200 +3.3% |
| 2022 | $11,253 +3.2% | $985,400 +2.4% |
| 2021 | $10,909 +2.5% | $962,000 0% |
| 2020 | $10,641 +8.8% | $962,100 +10.8% |
| 2019 | $9,779 +8.5% | $868,500 +16.9% |
| 2018 | $9,011 +4.8% | $742,900 +8.5% |
| 2017 | $8,601 +0.2% | $684,800 +2.1% |
| 2016 | $8,586 +12.3% | $670,800 +18.9% |
| 2015 | $7,644 +0.8% | $564,100 +2.6% |
| 2014 | $7,585 +3.7% | $550,000 +2.3% |
| 2013 | $7,314 +5.5% | $537,400 +5.9% |
| 2012 | $6,932 +10.1% | $507,500 |
| 2011 | $6,298 +2.5% | $507,500 |
| 2010 | $6,146 +2.1% | $507,500 +0.5% |
| 2009 | $6,017 +1.9% | $504,800 -2.1% |
| 2008 | $5,905 +2% | $515,700 -2.5% |
| 2007 | $5,790 +6.5% | $528,800 +10.3% |
| 2006 | $5,436 +10.9% | $479,400 +7% |
| 2005 | $4,900 +2.8% | $447,900 |
| 2004 | $4,766 +3.5% | $447,900 +32.4% |
| 2003 | $4,606 +1.4% | $338,400 +3.2% |
| 2002 | $4,541 +20.7% | $327,900 +53.9% |
| 2000 | $3,762 +2.9% | $213,000 |
| 1999 | $3,657 | $213,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 02474
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Bishop Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 10/10Ottoson Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 10/10Arlington High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Bishop
- Middle: Ottoson
- High: Ahs
Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Massachusetts
- Middlesex County
- Arlington
- 02474
- 181 Summer St
