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Sold for $1,225,000
  • $1,225,000

    40 Houghton St, Somerville, MA 02143

    6beds
    2,032sqft
    3 Family
    Built in 1915
    -- sqft lot
    $1,522,400 Zestimate®
    $603/sqft
    $4,931 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,522,400

    $1.35M - $1.72M

    $4,931/mo

    Zestimate® history
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    What's special

    Newer heatingNew roofGreat cafesResidential side streetPrivate parkingEntertainment venuesFire barriers
    Tucked away on a residential side street just one block away from vibrant Inman Square, situated on the Somerville/Cambridge line. Enjoy this charming neighborhood where you will find many great cafés, restaurants, bars, and entertainment venues, and easy access to both Harvard & MIT. The Red Line at Central is just .8 miles away, and the Green Line at Union is right around the corner, accessible to major bus lines and a private parking on the property. 40 Houghton is a 3-family home, that has been faithfully and lovingly maintained by the same family for over 45 years. Easy outdoor maintenance and completely fenced in. Updates include major renovation in 2011, including new roof, studs, insulation, sheetrock and flooring. Major plus is that Sound proofing, fire barriers and fire sprinkler system throughout all 3 units have been added, newer heating and hot water systems, all appliances included.

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Vanessa Santana 508-400-4479,

    RE/MAX Bell Park Realty 860-774-7600

    Bought with:

    Matthew Slowik

    Compass

    Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73225712

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 6
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    Heating
    • Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • None
    Appliances
    • Included: Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer
    • Laundry: Washer Hookup
    Features
    • Ceiling Fan(s), Upgraded Cabinets, Bathroom With Tub & Shower, Internet Available - Unknown, Living Room, Kitchen, Dining Room
    • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Laminate, Hardwood
    • Doors: Storm Door(s)
    • Windows: Insulated Windows
    • Basement: Full,Finished,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry,Sump Pump
    • Has fireplace: No
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,032
    • Total interior livable area: 2,032 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 1
    • Parking features: Paved Drive, Leased
    • Uncovered spaces: 1
    Features
    • Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed
    Lot
    • Size: 1,690 sqft
    • Features: Corner Lot, Level
    Details
    • Parcel number: 759415
    • Zoning: RB

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: MultiFamily
    • Property subtype: 3 Family
    Materials
    • Frame
    • Foundation: Stone
    • Roof: Shingle,Rubber
    Condition
    • Year built: 1915

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: 110 Volts
    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Electric Range, for Gas Oven, Washer Hookup

    Community & neighborhood

    Community
    • Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
    Location
    • Region: Somerville

    HOA & financial

    Other financial information
    • Total actual rent: 5700

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    6/5/2024Sold$1,225,000+2.1%$603/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73225712 Report a problem
    5/13/2024Contingent$1,200,000$591/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73225712 Report a problem
    5/8/2024Listed for sale$1,200,000$591/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73225712 Report a problem
    5/2/2024Contingent$1,200,000$591/sqft
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    4/18/2024Listed for sale$1,200,000$591/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73225712 Report a problem
    12/24/2023Listing removed--
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    12/11/2023Listed for rent$1,500$1/sqft
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    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$13,828 +6.2%$1,267,500 +2.4%
    2024$13,020 +2.2%$1,237,600 +0.5%
    2023$12,735 +4.9%$1,231,600 +3.3%
    2022$12,136 +8%$1,192,100 +8.1%
    2021$11,239 +6.7%$1,102,900 +5.7%
    2020$10,532 +9.6%$1,043,800 +16.9%
    2019$9,608 +9.1%$892,900 +14.6%
    2018$8,810 +3.4%$779,000 +6.7%
    2017$8,521 -3.3%$730,200 +3.8%
    2016$8,812 $703,300

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    Neighborhood: Union Square

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