NOT LISTED FOR SALE

278 Beacon St Unit 66 Somerville, MA 02143

Porter Square Neighborhood
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,100 Sq Ft
-- Built

Highlights

  • Medical Services
  • Property is near public transit and schools
  • Jogging Path
  • Somerville High School Rated A-
  • No HOA
  • 4-minute walk to Edward Alden Park

About This Home

As of May 2025

2024 NEWLY RENOVATION elevators building. Heat and hot water including -two bedrooms 278 Beacon Street is within walking distance to Porter Square, Harvard Law, Lesley University and all of the great dining and nightlife that Somerville and Cambridge have to offer. The building has recently been upgraded with all new finishes in the apartments and revitalized common areas. The apartments feature all new kitchens and baths with stainless steel appliances including; Fridge, Microwave/Hood, Electric Range, Dishwasher and Garbage Disposal. Bathrooms have all new white tile and new bath fixtures with illuminated medicine cabinets. Building has on-site parking for an additional fee and common card/app operated laundry. Easy access to incredible dining and shopping options, and some of the nation's top-ranked universities and hospitals are just a few minutes away. Residents will enjoy quick access to Storrow Drive, I-90, I-93, a bike path, and various options for public transportation.

Last Agent to Rent the Property

Jing Tu

Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge Listed on: 05/15/2025

Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge

Last Renter's Agent

Jing Tu

Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge Listed on: 05/15/2025

Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge

Property Details

Home Type

  • Multi-Family

Lot Details

  • 1,100

Home Design

  • 1,100 Sq Ft Home
  • Apartment
  • Entry on the 3rd floor

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Additional Features

  • 1,100 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is near public transit and schools

Listing and Financial Details

  • Property Available on 8/1/25
  • Rent includes heat, hot water, water, sewer, snow removal
  • 12 Month Lease Term
  • Assessor Parcel Number 753106

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Common Area
  • Shops
  • Coin Laundry

Recreation

  • Park
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • No Pets Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Multi-Family

Lot Details

1,100 Sq Ft Lot

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: No
  • Available Date: 2025-08-01
  • Lease Term: Term of Rental(12)
  • Available Now: No
  • Deposit Required: Yes
  • INSURANCE REQD: No
  • LAST MON REQD: Yes
  • REFERENCES REQD: Yes

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • Property Sub Type: Apartment
  • Entry Level: 3
  • ResoPropertyType: ResidentialLease
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: Other
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Elevator
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Laundry Features: In Building
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1100
  • Living Area: 1100
  • Other Equipment: Intercom
  • Spa YN: No
  • MAIN LO: AN6753
  • MAIN SO: AN6753

Exterior Features

  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Waterview Flag: No

Utilities

  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating YN: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: No
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Rent Includes: Heat, Hot Water, Water, Sewer, Snow Removal
  • Senior Community YN: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 753106
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 1100
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: Yes
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: Yes - Common
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No
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Home Values in the Area

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Average Home Value in this Area

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Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$14,500,000 None Available
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Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Closed $8,600,000
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Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/21/2025 05/21/25 Rented $3,950 0.0% --
05/15/2025 05/15/25 For Rent $3,950 +1.3% --
09/03/2024 09/03/24 Rented $3,900 +9.9% --
08/06/2024 08/06/24 Price Changed $3,550 -7.8% $3 / Sq Ft
07/18/2024 07/18/24 Price Changed $3,850 -1.3% $4 / Sq Ft
06/21/2024 06/21/24 For Rent $3,900 -- --
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Tax History

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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 $109,815 $10,065,500 $2,213,300 $7,852,200
2024 $105,889 $10,065,500 $2,213,300 $7,852,200
2023 $104,077 $10,065,500 $2,213,300 $7,852,200
2022 $95,612 $9,392,100 $2,213,300 $7,178,800
2021 $65,166 $6,395,100 $2,213,300 $4,181,800
2020 $62,031 $6,147,800 $2,213,300 $3,934,500
2019 $58,163 $5,405,500 $2,213,300 $3,192,200
2018 $56,102 $4,960,400 $2,213,300 $2,747,100
2017 $54,403 $4,661,800 $2,088,000 $2,573,800
2016 $54,607 $4,358,100 $1,980,000 $2,378,100
2015 $54,956 $4,358,100 $1,980,000 $2,378,100
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Landlord's Agent in 2025

    Jing Tu

    Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge

    (617) 314-9400

    5 Total Sales

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Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73375724

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: SOME M:39 B:D L:3

Massachusetts Middlesex County Somerville 02138 Porter Square

278 Beacon St Unit 66, Somerville, MA

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