12 Buckingham St Somerville, MA 02143
Prospect Hill NeighborhoodEstimated payment $8,157/month
Highlights
- Medical Services
- Deck
- Wood Flooring
- Somerville High School Rated A-
- Property is near public transit
- 4-minute walk to Perry Park
About This Home
Classic Victorian Two-Family in Prime Cambridge Location! Exceptional opportunity on a quiet, tree-lined side street near Harvard, Porter, Kirkland Village, and Inman Square. Well-maintained 2-family offers charm, space, and great convenience—just steps to Whole Foods and near public transit. Unit 2 is extensively renovated 4BR/1BA with an open floor plan, beautiful granite/stainless kitchen, spacious bedrooms, tall ceilings, hardwood floors, and central air. Lease through 8/31/25. Unit 1 is a spacious 1BR/1BA with a modern high-efficiency heating system, hardwood floors, and excellent light. Lease through 5/31/26. Gas cooking, shared laundry, separate updated systems, updated mechanicals, a generous backyard, perfect for entertaining. Ideal for investors or potential owner-occupants. Open house 1:30-2:30 August 9th
Property Details
Home Type
- Multi-Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $14,772
Year Built
- Built in 1900
Home Design
- Brick Foundation
- Stone Foundation
- Frame Construction
Interior Spaces
- 2,526 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 1 Level
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Parking
- On-Street Parking
- Open Parking
Location
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near schools
Additional Features
- Deck
- 3,570 Sq Ft Lot
- 1 Cooling Zone
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 757134
Community Details
Amenities
- Medical Services
- Shops
Additional Features
- 2 Units
- Net Operating Income $67,440
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $14,772 | $1,354,000 | $762,100 | $591,900 |
| 2024 | $13,891 | $1,320,400 | $762,100 | $558,300 |
| 2023 | $13,554 | $1,310,800 | $762,100 | $548,700 |
| 2022 | $12,680 | $1,245,600 | $725,800 | $519,800 |
| 2021 | $11,950 | $1,172,700 | $691,300 | $481,400 |
| 2020 | $11,298 | $1,119,700 | $664,700 | $455,000 |
| 2019 | $10,580 | $983,300 | $564,400 | $418,900 |
| 2018 | $9,861 | $871,900 | $513,100 | $358,800 |
| 2017 | $9,272 | $794,500 | $464,700 | $329,800 |
| 2016 | $9,704 | $774,500 | $456,800 | $317,700 |
| 2015 | $9,237 | $732,500 | $421,400 | $311,100 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/11/2025 08/11/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/19/2025 07/19/25 | For Sale | $1,300,000 | -- | $515 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $550,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $410,000 | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $385,000 | Unknown | |
| Closed | $150,000 | No Value Available | |
| Closed | $424,000 | No Value Available | |
| Closed | $440,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Closed | $54,950 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $440,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $412,500 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $328,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73407012
APN: SOME-000066-C000000-000008
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