NOT LISTED FOR SALE

106 Josephine Ave Somerville, MA 02144

Estimated Value: $1,379,051 - $1,550,000

5 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,586 Sq Ft
$403/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 30, 2023

Last sale price $1,330,000 $371 Per Sq Ft

Est. 9% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $9,397/month

22 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Medical Services
  • Property is near public transit
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Somerville High School Rated A-
  • Wood Flooring
  • Tennis Courts

About This Home

As of November 2023

Prime location! Carefully detailed Two-Family home presents an opportunity to enjoy spacious living within a preferred Tufts University/Ball Square neighborhood! This home offers many updates with three levels of living on a favored street and was originally built as a Philadelphia-style residence. Natural light pours generously through the windows of this warm sun-filled and spacious home. This property is convenient to Ball Square, the Green Line T, Tufts University, numerous restaurants, shopping venues and several parks. Many original details remain, including generous sized windows for an abundance of natural light, high ceilings, entrance foyer, spacious and well-proportioned rooms along with ample parking. Outside storage as well and a private yard for gardens and patio. This offering provides a wonderful opportunity for Visionaries, Developers or Investors! Enjoy an exceptional city living location within Somerville's unique cultural, academic & business community.

Last Listed By

Christopher Griffin

Griffin Properties, Inc. Listed on: 10/11/2023

Property Details

Home Type

  • Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $14,458

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Lot Details

  • 3,360 Sq Ft Lot

Home Design

  • Duplex
  • Brick Foundation
  • Stone Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 3,586 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Insulated Windows
  • Wood Flooring
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Parking

  • 2 Car Parking Spaces
  • Driveway
  • Open Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Utilities

  • 2 Heating Zones
  • Natural Gas Connected

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number M:27 B:K L:12,750929

Community Details

Overview

  • 2 Units

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops
  • Coin Laundry

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Park
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Property Details

Home Type

Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$14,458

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential Income
  • Property Sub Type: 2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Buyer Agency: 2
  • Transaction Broker: 2
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • Compensation Based On: Net Sale Price
  • APOD AVAILABLE: No
  • ResoPropertyType: ResidentialIncome
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: Appraiser
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 4

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Wood
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Appliances: Utility Connections for Gas Range
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.5
  • Basement: Full, Partially Finished
  • Living Area: 3586
  • Spa YN: No
  • Stories Total: 4
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
  • MAIN LO: NB9303
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 390.13
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 370.89
  • MAIN SO: AN2585

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Foundation Details: Stone, Brick/Mortar
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No
  • Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Gas Range
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT UNITS: 2
  • HEAT ZONES: 2
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, T-Station, University
  • Senior Community YN: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: M:27 B:K L:12,750929
  • Zoning: RA
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.08
  • Lot Size Area: 0.08
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 3360
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • PAGE: 194
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Annual Amount: 14458
  • Tax Book Number: 22376

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 2
  • LEVELS 1: 2
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No
  • LEVELS 2: 2
  • LEASE 2: N
  • LEASE 1: N
  • FLRS 1: 1
  • FLRS 2: 2

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 11, 2023
Closed on
Nov 30, 2023
Sold by
Murphy Maureen E Est and Murphy
Bought by
Norman Lindsey and Norman Zachariah
Seller's Agent
Christopher Griffin
Griffin Properties, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
The Young Group
Leopold & McMasters Realty
List Price
$1,399,000
Sold Price
$1,330,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$69,000
-4.93%
Total Days on Market
22
Views
36
Current Estimated Value
$1,446,013

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$116,013
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.07%
Original Mortgage
$1,040,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,027,377
Interest Rate
7.63%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$418,636

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Norman Lindsey $1,330,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Norman Zachariah $200,000
Open Norman Lindsey $1,040,000
Previous Owner Murphy Maureen E $530,000
Previous Owner Cremens Catherine $94,000
Previous Owner Cremens Catherine $457,000
Previous Owner Murphy Maureen $455,000
Previous Owner Cremens Catherine $10,225
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/30/2023 11/30/23 Sold $1,330,000 -4.9% $371 / Sq Ft
11/03/2023 11/03/23 Pending -- -- --
10/11/2023 10/11/23 For Sale $1,399,000 -- $390 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $16,561 $1,518,000 $687,800 $830,200
2024 $14,788 $1,405,700 $687,800 $717,900
2023 $14,458 $1,398,300 $687,800 $710,500
2022 $13,768 $1,352,500 $655,000 $697,500
2021 $13,039 $1,279,600 $650,300 $629,300
2020 $12,489 $1,237,800 $650,700 $587,100
2019 $11,817 $1,098,200 $592,300 $505,900
2018 $10,894 $963,200 $538,500 $424,700
2017 $10,733 $919,700 $508,000 $411,700
2016 $10,555 $842,400 $453,600 $388,800
2015 $9,742 $772,600 $419,000 $353,600
Source: Public Records

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Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73169264

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: SOME-000027-K000000-000012