56 School Street presents a well-maintained two-family residence in the heart of Somerville’s vibrant Union Square. Offering 3,186 sq ft of living space on a 5,227 sq ft lot, the property comprises two spacious units totaling 6 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. Each residence features hardwood floors, generous room sizes, and inviting living and dining areas, while the upper unit spans two levels with a top-floor den. A large driveway provides ample off-street parking, complemented by an expansive yard. The lower level offers abundant storage and bonus space with future potential. Ideally located near Union Square’s restaurants, shops, parks, and transit, with convenient access to Cambridge and downtown Boston, this is a compelling opportunity for investors or owner-occupants seeking space, flexibility, and long-term value.
Sold for $1,665,000
$1,665,000
56 School St, Somerville, MA 02143
6beds
3,186sqft
2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Built in 1915
-- sqft lot
$1,667,300 Zestimate®
$523/sqft
$5,010 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,667,300
$1.55M - $1.78M
$5,010/mo
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Hardwood floorsTop-floor denExpansive yardGenerous room sizes
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Listed by:
Daniela Cafaro 617-797-0056,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Warren Residential 617-848-9616
Bought with:
Matthew Zborezny
Redfin Corp.
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73500993
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,186
- Total interior livable area: 3,186 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,186
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Off Street
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Exterior features: Balcony
Lot
- Size: 5,250 Square Feet
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 755419
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subtype: 2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Materials
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1915
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station
Location
- Region: Somerville
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $523/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,328,200
- Annual tax amount: $14,491
- Date on market: 6/7/2026
- Total actual rent: 6400
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/26/2026 | Sold | $1,665,000+4.1%$523/sqft |
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| 5/3/2026 | Pending sale | $1,599,999$502/sqft |
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| 4/23/2026 | Contingent | $1,599,999$502/sqft |
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| 4/14/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,599,999+661.9%$502/sqft |
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| 7/14/2017 | Listing removed | $3,600$1/sqft |
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| 6/15/2017 | Listed for rent | $3,600$1/sqft |
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| 4/18/1989 | Sold | $210,000$66/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $14,491 +4.8% | $1,328,200 +1.1% |
| 2024 | $13,822 +6.1% | $1,313,900 +4.2% |
| 2023 | $13,033 +6.1% | $1,260,400 +4.4% |
| 2022 | $12,285 +5.4% | $1,206,800 +5.5% |
| 2021 | $11,654 +6.3% | $1,143,700 +5.3% |
| 2020 | $10,959 +8.7% | $1,086,100 +15.9% |
| 2019 | $10,082 +15.6% | $937,000 +21.5% |
| 2018 | $8,720 +1.7% | $771,000 +5% |
| 2017 | $8,572 +2.1% | $734,500 +9.6% |
| 2016 | $8,398 | $670,200 |
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Neighborhood: Union Square
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Albert F. Argenziano School At Lincoln ParkGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 6/10Somerville High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.3 mi
- NACapuano Early Childhood CenterGrades: PK-KDistance: 0.7 mi
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