NOT LISTED FOR SALE

44 Josephine Ave Somerville, MA 02144

Estimated Value: $1,398,000 - $1,745,000

6 Beds
3 Baths
3,399 Sq Ft
$485/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 01, 2021

Last sale price $1,586,000 $467 Per Sq Ft

Est. 4% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $10,073/month

5 Days on Market

About This Home

As of November 2021

Investors and homeowners: a gracious, well-maintained two-family just outside bustling Davis Square where live music, candlepin bowling, an old-fashioned butcher, craft beer, and the city's best rib joint are just some of the urban delights to be had. Less than half a mile from the Davis Square Red Line T stop and just off the Minuteman bike bath, commuting is a breeze. Original moldings, hardwood floors, high ceilings and many windows throughout. Each unit offers a spacious living room with parlor entry to a formal dining room, airy kitchen with pantry, multiple private outdoor spaces, parking and extra storage. Unit 1: a two-bedroom philly style that occupies the full first level of this home with an additional bedroom upstairs. It is newly vacant as of September 1, but was last rented for $2,800/mo. Unit 2: a four-bedroom duplex on the second and third floors with updated kitchen and two bathrooms. Rented through August 2022 for $4,400/mo. Separate heating systems, washer/dryer.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lauren Holleran Team

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty Listed on: 09/08/2021

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Patrick Brusil

Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay

Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay

Property Details

Home Type

  • Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $15,952

Year Built

  • 1900

Lot Details

  • 3,485

Parking

  • 1

Additional Features

  • Property has 2 Levels
  • 2 Heating Zones

Property Details

Home Type

Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$15,952

Year Built

1900

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential Income
  • Property Sub Type: Multi Family
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Compensation Based On: Net Sale Price
  • APOD AVAILABLE: No
  • Directions: On Josephine Ave between Morrison Ave and Kidder Ave.
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Special Features: None
  • Year Built: 1900

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Unit 1(Range,Wall Oven,Dishwasher,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer), Unit 2(Range,Wall Oven,Dishwasher,Microwave,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer), Gas Water Heater
  • Has Basement: Full, Unfinished
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • MAIN LO: BB5918
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 411.3
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 466.61
  • MAIN SO: BB5522
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 6
  • Door Features: Storm Door(s)
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Wood,Tile, Unit 1(undefined), Unit 2(Hardwood Floors,Stone/Ceramic Tile Floor)
  • Interior Amenities: Mudroom, Unit 1(Pantry,Storage,Philadelphia,Cedar Closet,Stone/Granite/Solid Counters,Bathroom With Tub,Internet Available - Unknown), Unit 2(Ceiling Fans,Storage,Cedar Closet,Stone/Granite/Solid Counters,Bathroom With Tub,Internet Available - Unknown), Unit 1 Rooms(Living Room,Dining Room,Kitchen), Unit 2 Rooms(Living Room,Dining Room,Kitchen)
  • Stories: 4

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters, Unit 1 Balcony/Deck, Unit 2 Balcony/Deck
  • Foundation Details: Stone, Brick/Mortar
  • Construction Type: Frame, Brick
  • Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck, Patio
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Total Parking Spaces: 3

Utilities

  • Cooling: Unit 1(Window AC), Unit 2(Window AC)
  • Heating: Unit 1(Hot Water Radiators,Gas), Unit 2(Forced Air,Oil)
  • HEAT UNITS: 2
  • HEAT ZONES: 2
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Electric: 100 Amp Service
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Unit 1 Laundry Room, Unit 2 Laundry Room
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • HOA Rent Includes: Unit 2(Water)

Schools

  • Elementary School: Choice
  • High School: Somerville High
  • Middle Or Junior School: Choice

Lot Info

  • LOT SIZE: 3280
  • PAGE: 504
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 3484.8
  • Zoning: RA

Multi Family

  • LEVELS 1: 2
  • LEVELS 2: 2
  • LEASE 2: Y
  • LEASE 1: N
  • FLRS 1: 1
  • FLRS 2: 2
  • Annual Gross Income: 56400
  • Property Net Operating Income: 56400
  • Number Of Units Total: 2
  • Total Actual Rent: 4700

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 11597.24
  • Tax Block: A
  • Tax Book Number: 17478
  • Tax Lot: 3
  • Tax Map Number: 28
  • Tax Year: 2021

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 16, 2024
Sold by
Shafnacker Philip and Larsen Whitney
Bought by
Philip Shafnacker T and Philip Shafnacker
Total Days on Market
5
Current Estimated Value
$1,647,586

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 16, 2018
Sold by
Oregan Cornelius A and Oregan Claire
Bought by
Oregan Ft and Oregan

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 10, 1986
Bought by
Oregan Cornelius A and Oregan Claire
Source: Public Records

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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
Philip Shafnacker T -- None Available
Oregan Ft -- --
Oregan Cornelius A -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Larsen Whitney $1,186,000
Previous Owner Oregan Cornelius A $116,000
Previous Owner Oregan Cornelius A $123,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/01/2021 11/01/21 Sold $1,586,000 +13.4% $467 / Sq Ft
09/14/2021 09/14/21 Pending -- -- --
09/08/2021 09/08/21 For Sale $1,398,000 -- $411 / 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 $15,952 $1,462,100 $681,400 $780,700
2024 $15,093 $1,434,700 $681,400 $753,300
2023 $14,302 $1,383,200 $681,400 $701,800
2022 $11,928 $1,171,700 $649,000 $522,700
2021 $11,597 $1,138,100 $644,300 $493,800
2020 $11,196 $1,109,600 $644,700 $464,900
2019 $10,609 $986,000 $586,900 $399,100
2018 $9,774 $864,200 $533,500 $330,700
2017 $9,585 $821,300 $503,300 $318,000
2016 $9,261 $739,100 $449,500 $289,600
2015 $8,855 $702,200 $415,100 $287,100
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72891046

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: SOME-000028-A000000-000003