Exceptional investment opportunity in one of Somerville’s most desirable locations! This six-unit building features spacious units with flexible floor plans that allow them to function as 3-bedrooms, ideal for roommate living and with strong rental potential. Each apartment offers high ceilings that enhance the sense of space and light, along with private covered back porches. Ideally situated with easy access to Harvard University and the shops and services in vibrant Inman Square, this property places residents at the center of it all. Easy access to Whole Foods Market on Beacon Street, as well as Kirkland Village with its shops and dining destinations. A rare opportunity to own a well-located, income-generating property with strong upside in a thriving rental market. Current lease agreements in place through May 31, 2027.
For sale
Price cut: $225K (6/30)
$3,975,000
42 Calvin St, Somerville, MA 02143
12beds
9,106sqft
5-9 Family
Built in 1900
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
$437/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Private covered back porchesSpacious unitsHigh ceilingsFlexible floor plans
- 88 days |
- 109 |
- 3 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Maggie Dee + Charles Cherney Team 617-634-9665,
Compass 617-303-0067
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73496731
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 12
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 6
Features
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 9,106
- Total interior livable area: 9,106 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 9,106
Property
Features
- Patio & porch: Covered
Lot
- Size: 4,999 Square Feet
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 757126
- Zoning: res.
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subtype: 5-9 Family
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Stone, Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Rubber
Condition
- Year built: 1900
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, Public School, T-Station, University
Location
- Region: Somerville
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $437/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $3,430,900
- Annual tax amount: $38,768
- Date on market: 4/6/2026
- Total actual rent: 22650
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$4,056/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/30/2026 | Price change | $3,975,000-5.4%$437/sqft |
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| 4/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $4,200,000$461/sqft |
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| 9/30/2025 | Listing removed | $2,600 |
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| 9/23/2025 | Listed for rent | $2,600-25.7% |
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| 6/11/2025 | Listing removed | $3,500 |
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| 5/29/2025 | Price change | $3,500-2.8% |
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| 4/24/2025 | Price change | $3,600-2.7% |
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| 4/14/2025 | Listed for rent | $3,700 |
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| 3/14/2025 | Listing removed | $3,700 |
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| 2/21/2025 | Listed for rent | $3,700+2.8% |
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| 4/6/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 2/16/2024 | Listed for rent | $3,600+9.1% |
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| 4/9/2020 | Listing removed | $3,300 |
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| 3/9/2020 | Listed for rent | $3,300+11.9% |
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| 7/25/2018 | Listing removed | $2,950 |
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| 2/25/2018 | Listed for rent | $2,950+3.5% |
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| 5/1/2017 | Listing removed | $2,850 |
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| 3/6/2017 | Listed for rent | $2,850 |
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Public tax history
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Monthly payment
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Union Square
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Albert F. Argenziano School At Lincoln ParkGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 6/10Somerville High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
- NACapuano Early Childhood CenterGrades: PK-KDistance: 1 mi
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