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Sold for $1,700,000
  • $1,700,000

    23 Packard Ave, Somerville, MA 02144

    8beds
    3,329sqft
    2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
    Built in 1886
    -- sqft lot
    $1,768,200 Zestimate®
    $511/sqft
    $4,915 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,768,200

    $1.57M - $1.98M

    $4,915/mo

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    What's special

    Central air conditioningForced air systemsPackard avenueNewer roofSpacious backyardPhiladelphia - style layoutOrnate details
    23 Packard Avenue is a significant gambrel-style two-family home, prominently positioned near Tufts University, Teele Square, and Davis Square. With a strong history of great tenants, this property has been a reliable source of income. Inside, you'll find charming natural woodwork, ornate details, and stained-glass windows on the first floor, complemented by high ceilings and hardwood floors throughout. Unit 1 offers a Philadelphia-style layout with 4 beds and 2 baths, while Unit 2 spans the 2nd and 3rd floors and features 4 bedrooms, potential for a 5th bedroom, and two baths. Both units offer front and back porches, as well as eat-in kitchens with dishwashers. The basement features impressively tall ceilings. The property also includes forced air systems with the potential to add central air conditioning, a spacious backyard, and parking for up to 3 cars. Updates include vinyl siding, composite decking, and a newer roof (5-7 years). See group showing times.

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Katherine Malin 781-799-5981,

    Compass 617-303-0067,

    Mike Cohen 617-852-1160

    Bought with:

    Ning Sun

    United Real Estate, LLC

    Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73218695

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 8
    • Bathrooms: 4
    • Full bathrooms: 4
    Features
    • Living Room, Kitchen, Dining Room, Office/Den
    • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Hardwood
    • Windows: Insulated Windows
    • Basement: Unfinished
    • Has fireplace: No
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 3,329
    • Total interior livable area: 3,329 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 3
    • Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem, Paved
    • Uncovered spaces: 3
    Features
    • Patio & porch: Porch, Deck - Composite
    Lot
    • Size: 3,654 sqft
    • Features: Other
    Details
    • Parcel number: 748493
    • Zoning: NR

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: MultiFamily
    • Property subtype: 2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
    Materials
    • Frame
    • Foundation: Stone
    • Roof: Shingle
    Condition
    • Year built: 1886

    Utilities & green energy

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

    Community & neighborhood

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

    HOA & financial

    Other financial information
    • Total actual rent: 9200

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    6/26/2024Sold$1,700,000+6.3%$511/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73218695 Report a problem
    4/2/2024Listed for sale$1,599,900+370.6%$481/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73218695 Report a problem
    4/27/2021Listing removed--
    Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem
    4/12/2021Listed for rent$3,700+2.8%$1/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem
    6/21/2018Listing removed$3,600$1/sqft
    Source: Brandon Keane -- w/ Benoit Realty Report a problem
    5/9/2018Listed for rent$3,600+2.9%$1/sqft
    Source: Brandon Keane -- w/ Benoit Realty Report a problem
    9/22/2017Listing removed$3,500$1/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem
    9/20/2017Listed for rent$3,500+9.4%$1/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem
    2/3/2017Listing removed$3,200$1/sqft
    Source: Cambridge Realty Group Report a problem
    1/19/2017Listed for rent$3,200-3%$1/sqft
    Source: Cambridge Realty Group Report a problem
    8/13/2016Listing removed$3,300-8.3%$1/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    7/27/2015Listing removed$3,600$1/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    7/2/2015Listed for rent$3,600$1/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    10/1/1999Sold$340,000$102/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$14,878 +4.6%$1,363,700 +0.9%
    2024$14,223 +5.2%$1,352,000 +3.4%
    2023$13,520 +6.2%$1,307,500 +4.6%
    2022$12,729 +3%$1,250,400 +3.1%
    2021$12,364 +3.7%$1,213,300 +2.7%
    2020$11,921 +5.7%$1,181,500 +12.7%
    2019$11,279 +8.7%$1,048,200 +14.2%
    2018$10,378 +4.8%$917,600 +8.1%
    2017$9,902 +3.5%$848,500 +11.1%
    2016$9,565 $763,400

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    Neighborhood: Davis Square

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