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  • $1,395,000

    23 Burnham St, Somerville, MA 02144

    4beds
    2,458sqft
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    $8,604/mo
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    2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
    Built in 1920
    -- sqft lot
    $1,314,600 Zestimate®
    $568/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Gas heating systemsPrivate back patio areaBeautiful wood floorsAmple closet spaceSlate roof
    Incredible investment opportunity just a block from Tufts University and half a mile from both Red and Green line T stops (Davis & Ball Sq). This 2-family home has an excellent rental history and is fully leased until 8/31/2027. The first floor is a spacious 2 bedroom unit with an open living/dining area, eat-in-kitchen, and 2 porches.. The second floor is 2 bedrooms plus an office, open living dining room, eat in kitchen, 2 porches, and access to an unfinished walk-up-attic which offers future expansion potential or storage. There are dedicated laundry machines for each unit in the basement. Enjoy the convenience of a garage and driveway that fits up to 3 cars and a private back patio area. 23 Burnham currently generates $6200/mo, is in great condition, and is in a top notch location. Features include slate roof, gas heating systems, beautiful wood floors and hutches in the living room, ample closet space, & more. Open houses Saturday 8/22 and Sunday 8/23 from 12:00-1:30PM.
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Katherine Malin 781-799-5981,

    Compass 617-303-0067

    Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73564872

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      Appliances
      • Included: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer
      Features
      • Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Office/Den
      • Flooring: Wood, Hardwood
      • Basement: Full,Unfinished
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 2,458
      • Total interior livable area: 2,458 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 2,458

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 3
      • Parking features: Off Street, Tandem, Paved
      • Garage spaces: 1
      • Uncovered spaces: 2
      Lot
      • Size: 4,251 Square Feet
      • Features: Other
      Details
      • Parcel number: 748993
      • Zoning: Res

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: MultiFamily
      • Property subtype: 2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
      Materials
      • Frame
      • Foundation: Stone, Brick/Mortar
      • Roof: Slate
      Condition
      • Year built: 1920

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: Circuit Breakers
      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: for Gas Range

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, T-Station, University
      Location
      • Region: Somerville

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $568/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $1,352,800
      • Annual tax amount: $14,854
      • Date on market: 8/18/2026
      • Exclusions: Tenant Belongings.
      • Total actual rent: 6200
      • Road surface type: Paved

        Estimated market value

        $1,314,600

        $1.14M - $1.50M

        $3,740/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/18/2026Listed for sale$1,395,000+408.8%$568/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73564872 Report a problem
        6/19/2020Listing removed$2,600$1/sqft
        Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem
        6/12/2020Listed for rent$2,600$1/sqft
        Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem
        6/11/2014Sold$274,175$112/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$14,092 +4.5%$1,291,700 +0.8%
        2024$13,487 +4.7%$1,282,000 +2.9%
        2023$12,880 +6.2%$1,245,600 +4.6%
        2022$12,125 +2.6%$1,191,100 +2.7%
        2021$11,814 +3.3%$1,159,400 +2.3%
        2020$11,435 +5.2%$1,133,300 +12.2%
        2019$10,870 +6.8%$1,010,200 +12.3%
        2018$10,177 +4.3%$899,800 +7.6%
        2017$9,756 +3.6%$836,000 +11.3%
        2016$9,413 $751,200
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Davis Square

        Getting around

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        Walker's Paradise
        81 / 100
        Excellent Transit
        94 / 100
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