The multi-family investment property located at 70 Columbus Ave in Somerville, MA (the “Property”) is a multi-story building containing five (5) 1-Bedroom/1-Bathroom units with 3,782 square feet of gross living area in 5,878 square feet of gross area. The Property is situated upon a 0.14-acre parcel and features three (3) tandem parking spaces. The historic building has been exceptionally cared for and features large recently updated apartments, providing residents with a desirable blend of character and modern convenience in a sought-after sub-market, minutes from the new Union Square MBTA Train Station. The Property benefits from recent significant capital improvements, including the installation of six new Burnham boilers in 2019, a new roof and extensive exterior maintenance in 2022, the replacement of approximately half of the building's windows in 2025, and a brand-new landlord-owned coin-operated laundry in 2026. The Property also offers meaningful value-add opportunity through below market rents. A full-height basement unit currently generates no income and may present future opportunities for additional revenue. The large driveway is also underutilized and can accommodate at least three off street parking spaces, creating supplemental parking income.
For sale
$1,800,000
70 Columbus Ave, Somerville, MA 02143
5beds
3,782sqft
5-9 Family
Built in 1900
-- sqft lot
$1,707,600 Zestimate®
$476/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Historic buildingLarge drivewayNew roofLarge recently updated apartmentsExtensive exterior maintenance
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Tess Kohanski 617-213-7880,
Horvath & Tremblay 781-776-4000
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73580288
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 5
Appliances
- Included: Washer, Dryer
Features
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,782
- Total interior livable area: 3,782 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,782
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem, On Street, Paved
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Deck - Roof, Covered
- Exterior features: Sprinkler System, Garden
Lot
- Size: 5,993 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: M:0073 B:000B L:0005,758033
- Zoning: NR
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subtype: 5-9 Family
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Stone, Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Shingle,Rubber
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Location
- Region: Somerville
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $476/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,613,400
- Annual tax amount: $17,715
- Date on market: 9/21/2026
- Total actual rent: 10600
Estimated market value
$1,707,600
$1.62M - $1.79M
$2,573/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/21/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,800,000$476/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73580288 Report a problem | ||
| 11/22/2019 | Listing removed | $1,200 |
Source: Nextlevel Realty Report a problem | ||
| 11/11/2019 | Listed for rent | $1,200 |
Source: Nextlevel Realty Report a problem | ||
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