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  • $16,000,000

    36 College Ave, Somerville, MA 02144

    49beds
    34,417sqft
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    5-9 Family
    Built in 1920
    -- sqft lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $465/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Classic brick architectureOn-site laundryKeyless fob entry
    Rare Portfolio Offering: 36 College Avenue in Somerville is part of a three-building portfolio for sale, which also includes 202-218 Mass Ave. in Arlington and 49–55 Davis Square in Somerville. 36 College Avenue, known as the Bryant Chambers building, is a 44-unit, five-story brick apartment building in the heart of Davis Square. Located at the corner of College Avenue and Park Avenue, the property is steps from the MBTA Red Line and within walking distance of Tufts University. Built in the 1920s, the building features classic brick architecture with windows on all four sides, providing abundant natural light. The unit mix includes (3) studios, (34) one-bedroom apartments, (6) two-bedroom apartments, and (1) commercial space. Amenities include an elevator, on-site laundry, keyless FOB entry, and storage. The property offers stable in-place cash flow, a strong occupancy history, and long-term value-add potential through strategic management. PLEASE SEE FIRM REMARKS FOR ADDITIONAL INFO
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    Carl Christie 617-942-1137,

    Carl Christie 617-942-1137

    Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73546201

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 49
      • Bathrooms: 43
      • Full bathrooms: 43
      Features
      • Has basement: No
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 34,417
      • Total interior livable area: 34,417 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 31,617
      • Finished area below ground: 2,800

      Property

      Lot
      • Size: 7,558 Square Feet
      • Features: Corner Lot
      Details
      • Parcel number: 3319984
      • Zoning: MR4

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: MultiFamily
      • Property subtype: 5-9 Family
      Materials
      • Foundation: Stone
      Condition
      • Year built: 1920

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Location
      • Region: Somerville

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $465/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $11,641,500
      • Annual tax amount: $136,241
      • Date on market: 7/8/2026
      • Total actual rent: 4150

        Estimated market value

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        $3,562/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/8/2026Listed for sale$16,000,000$465/sqft
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        2/13/2025Listing removed$2,500
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        2/3/2025Listed for rent$2,500-16.7%
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        1/18/2025Listing removed$3,000
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        1/7/2025Listed for rent$3,000
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        12/23/2024Listing removed$3,000
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        11/14/2024Listed for rent$3,000+15.4%
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        4/16/2024Listing removed--
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        4/2/2024Price change$2,600-5.5%
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        3/5/2024Price change$2,750+5.8%
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        2/21/2024Listed for rent$2,600+4%
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        10/13/2023Listing removed--
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        9/29/2023Listed for rent$2,500-3.8%
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        5/22/2023Listing removed--
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        5/1/2023Listed for rent$2,600+15.6%
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        9/2/2022Listing removed--
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        8/29/2022Listed for rent$2,250-2.2%
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        7/15/2022Listing removed--
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        7/14/2022Price change$2,300-19.3%
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        7/11/2022Price change$2,850-5%
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        6/30/2022Price change$3,000+39.5%
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        6/24/2022Price change$2,150-2.3%
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        6/17/2022Listed for rent$2,200+41.9%
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        1/26/2021Listing removed--
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        1/19/2021Listed for rent$1,550
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        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025-- $11,235,800
        2024-- $11,235,800
        2023-- $11,235,800 +6.4%
        2022-- $10,559,600 +16.8%
        2021-- $9,037,900 +3.9%
        2020-- $8,699,700 +13.2%
        2019-- $7,685,300 +8.6%
        2018-- $7,076,900 +5.3%
        2017-- $6,721,100 +12.2%
        2016-- $5,989,800

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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Davis Square

        Getting around

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        Walker's Paradise
        82 / 100
        Excellent Transit
        97 / 100
        Biker's Paradise

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