East Somerville! This conveniently located three-family is a prime investment opportunity. 5 Fountain Avenue sits on a quiet one-way street near the new East Somerville GLX, and offers easy access to vibrant Union Square and Rt. 28. The property features three generous units—two single-level units with three bedrooms, a flexible office or study, and one bathroom each, plus a larger four-bedroom, one-and-a-half-bathroom unit spanning two levels. Unit 2 was recently renovated and features stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and an open-concept kitchen, dining, and living area, providing inspiration for updates to the two other well-lived-in units. Other features include common laundry and a bonus community room for residents on the lower level, and a covered back patio. Each unit is individually metered, and all are leased through August 2025.
Sold for $1,430,000
$1,430,000
5 Fountain Ave, Somerville, MA 02145
10beds
4,982sqft
3 Family
Built in 1900
-- sqft lot
$1,514,700 Zestimate®
$287/sqft
$3,563 Estimated rent
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Lauren Holleran Team 617-913-2203,
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty 617-945-9161
Bought with:
Yangyang Zhou
Coldwell Banker Realty - Lexington
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73351467
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 10
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Washer, Dryer, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- High Speed Internet, Bathroom With Tub & Shower, Stone/Granite/Solid Counters, Remodeled, Dining Room, Kitchen, Family Room, Living Room, Office/Den, Living RM/Dining RM Combo
- Flooring: Wood, Tile, Vinyl, Carpet, Varies, Hardwood, Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Interior Entry,Concrete
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,982
- Total interior livable area: 4,982 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,201
- Finished area below ground: 781
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Paved Drive, On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Covered
- Frontage length: 33.00
Lot
- Size: 2,048 sqft
- Features: Level
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: M:92 B:G L:2,760308
- Zoning: RB
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subtype: 3 Family
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Other
- Roof: Rubber
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, Individually Metered, Varies per Unit
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Varies per Unit
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Bike Path, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station
Location
- Region: Somerville
HOA & financial
Other financial information
- Total actual rent: 7800
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Contract
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/28/2025 | Sold | $1,430,000+2.2%$287/sqft |
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| 3/28/2025 | Contingent | $1,399,000$281/sqft |
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| 3/28/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,399,000+161.5%$281/sqft |
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| 7/18/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 7/15/2022 | Listed for rent | $3,000+7.1%$1/sqft |
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| 7/19/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 7/13/2021 | Price change | $2,800+16.7%$1/sqft |
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| 7/9/2021 | Price change | $2,400-14.3% |
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| 6/28/2021 | Price change | $2,800+16.7%$1/sqft |
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| 6/27/2021 | Price change | $2,400-14.3% |
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| 6/24/2021 | Price change | $2,800+16.7%$1/sqft |
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| 6/19/2021 | Price change | $2,400-14.3% |
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| 5/27/2021 | Listed for rent | $2,800$1/sqft |
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| 10/31/2011 | Sold | $535,000-10.8%$107/sqft |
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| 5/10/2011 | Price change | $599,777-6.3%$120/sqft |
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| 3/26/2011 | Listed for sale | $639,777+33.3%$128/sqft |
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| 8/3/2001 | Sold | $480,000+50%$96/sqft |
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| 6/4/1999 | Sold | $320,000+77.8%$64/sqft |
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| 6/8/1998 | Sold | $180,000$36/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $14,946 +7.3% | $1,369,900 +3.5% |
| 2024 | $13,931 +2.6% | $1,324,200 +0.9% |
| 2023 | $13,574 +4.3% | $1,312,800 +2.7% |
| 2022 | $13,012 +3% | $1,278,200 +3.1% |
| 2021 | $12,633 +2% | $1,239,700 +1% |
| 2020 | $12,390 +8.3% | $1,227,900 +15.5% |
| 2019 | $11,442 +19.9% | $1,063,400 +26% |
| 2018 | $9,542 +2.3% | $843,700 +5.5% |
| 2017 | $9,332 +12.4% | $799,700 +20.6% |
| 2016 | $8,306 | $662,900 |
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Neighborhood: East Somerville
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NACapuano Early Childhood CenterGrades: PK-KDistance: 0.1 mi
- 4/10East Somerville Community SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 6/10Somerville High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Lottery
- Middle: Lottery
- High: Lottery
Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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