Landlord's Agent in 2025
Jennifer Keenan
Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest
(781) 704-3193
11 in this area
82 Total Sales
56 Bower St Unit 1 Medford, MA 02155
West Medford Neighborhood
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,154
Sq Ft
$896
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- Property is near public transit
- Main Floor Primary Bedroom
- Jogging Path
- Wood Flooring
- No HOA
- Porch
About This Home
As of June 2025**AVAILABLE NOW** First floor 2 bedroom apartment available for rent in an owner-occupied two-family. Great location in West Medford just a short distance to Tufts University and the MBTA Commuter Rail station. First floor unit has been freshly painted and features a brand new kitchen, dining room, living room, 1 large bedroom with an en suite full bath as well as an additional smaller bedroom and second full bath. Small bedroom is perfect as a dedicated home office or workout area. Kitchen features gas cooking, dishwasher and microwave. Hardwood floors throughout and have just been refinished. Laundry in the basement as well as shared yard. Easy on-street parking. Fantastic location less than 1/4 mile to the MBTA Commuter Rail at West Medford and Medford Brewing Co. First, last, security and broker fee due upon application. Tenants pay gas, oil, electric and cable/internet in addition to rent. No pets!
Last Agent to Rent the Property
Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest Listed on: 01/15/2025
Property Details
Home Type
- Multi-Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $6,242
Year Built
- Built in 1925
Lot Details
- 3,486
Home Design
- Apartment
Interior Spaces
- 1,154 Sq Ft Home
- Laundry in Basement
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Laminate
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom on Main
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Location
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near schools
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Baseboard Heating
Additional Features
- Porch
- 3,486 Sq Ft Lot
Listing and Financial Details
- Security Deposit $2,500
- Property Available on 7/1/25
- Rent includes water, sewer, laundry facilities
- Assessor Parcel Number M:M04 B:0009,638699
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
Amenities
- Common Area
- Shops
- Laundry Facilities
Recreation
- Park
- Jogging Path
Pet Policy
- No Pets Allowed
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 1, 2004
Sold by
Fischer Peter Paul
Bought by
Fischer Peter Paul and Fischer Sharon A
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 30, 2003
Sold by
Murphy Susana C
Bought by
Fischer Peter Paul
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$342,500
Interest Rate
6.29%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 30, 1995
Sold by
Scuderi Frank J and Tafone Denise M
Bought by
Murphy Thomas A and Murphy Susana C
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$123,500
Interest Rate
7.37%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fischer Peter Paul | $457,000 | -- | |
| Fischer Peter Paul | $457,000 | -- | |
| Fischer Peter Paul | $457,000 | -- | |
| Fischer Peter Paul | $457,000 | -- | |
| Murphy Thomas A | $130,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Fischer Peter Paul | $342,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Murphy Thomas A | $175,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Murphy Thomas A | $123,500 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/17/2025 06/17/25 | Rented | $2,400 | -4.0% | -- |
| 06/16/2025 06/16/25 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/24/2025 04/24/25 | Price Changed | $2,500 | -3.8% | $2 / Sq Ft |
| 01/15/2025 01/15/25 | For Rent | $2,600 | +30.0% | -- |
| 11/21/2022 11/21/22 | Rented | $2,000 | 0.0% | -- |
| 11/15/2022 11/15/22 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/06/2022 11/06/22 | For Rent | $2,000 | 0.0% | -- |
| 11/06/2022 11/06/22 | Off Market | $2,000 | -- | -- |
| 11/02/2022 11/02/22 | For Rent | $2,000 | -- | -- |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $6,242 | $732,600 | $301,900 | $430,700 |
| 2024 | $6,242 | $732,600 | $301,900 | $430,700 |
| 2023 | $6,102 | $705,400 | $282,200 | $423,200 |
| 2022 | $6,124 | $679,700 | $256,500 | $423,200 |
| 2021 | $5,771 | $613,300 | $244,300 | $369,000 |
| 2020 | $5,686 | $619,400 | $244,300 | $375,100 |
| 2019 | $5,414 | $564,000 | $222,100 | $341,900 |
| 2018 | $5,153 | $503,200 | $201,900 | $301,300 |
| 2017 | $4,841 | $458,400 | $188,700 | $269,700 |
| 2016 | $4,719 | $421,700 | $171,600 | $250,100 |
| 2015 | $4,409 | $376,800 | $163,400 | $213,400 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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C
Tenant's Agent in 2025
Carla Ricci
Rise Signature Homes
(617) 383-5659
16 Total Sales
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L
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Lauren Levine
Coldwell Banker Realty - Needham
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73326278
APN: MEDF-000004-000000-M000009
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