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  • Price cut: $225K (6/30)
    $3,975,000

    42 Calvin St, Somerville, MA 02143

    12beds
    9,106sqft
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    5-9 Family
    Built in 1900
    -- sqft lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $437/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Private covered back porchesSpacious unitsHigh ceilingsFlexible floor plans
    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.
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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

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        $4,056/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        6/30/2026Price change$3,975,000-5.4%$437/sqft
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        4/7/2026Listed for sale$4,200,000$461/sqft
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        9/30/2025Listing removed$2,600
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        9/23/2025Listed for rent$2,600-25.7%
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        6/11/2025Listing removed$3,500
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        5/29/2025Price change$3,500-2.8%
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        4/24/2025Price change$3,600-2.7%
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        4/14/2025Listed for rent$3,700
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        3/14/2025Listing removed$3,700
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        2/21/2025Listed for rent$3,700+2.8%
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        4/6/2024Listing removed--
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        2/16/2024Listed for rent$3,600+9.1%
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        4/9/2020Listing removed$3,300
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        3/9/2020Listed for rent$3,300+11.9%
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        7/25/2018Listing removed$2,950
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        2/25/2018Listed for rent$2,950+3.5%
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        5/1/2017Listing removed$2,850
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        3/6/2017Listed for rent$2,850
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Union Square

        Getting around

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        Walker's Paradise
        78 / 100
        Excellent Transit
        99 / 100
        Biker's Paradise

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