$1,665,000
SOLD JUN 26, 2026
6 Beds
4 Baths
3,186 Sq Ft
5,250 Sq Ft Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: June 26, 2026

$523 Per Sq Ft

4% Above List Price

8 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Medical Services
  • Property is near public transit and schools
  • Balcony
  • Somerville High School Rated A-
  • Wood Flooring
  • 3-minute walk to Quincy Street Open Space

About This Home

As of June 2026

56 School Street presents a well-maintained two-family residence in the heart of Somerville’s vibrant Union Square. Offering 3,186 sq ft of living space on a 5,227 sq ft lot, the property comprises two spacious units totaling 6 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. Each residence features hardwood floors, generous room sizes, and inviting living and dining areas, while the upper unit spans two levels with a top-floor den. A large driveway provides ample off-street parking, complemented by an expansive yard. The lower level offers abundant storage and bonus space with future potential. Ideally located near Union Square’s restaurants, shops, parks, and transit, with convenient access to Cambridge and downtown Boston, this is a compelling opportunity for investors or owner-occupants seeking space, flexibility, and long-term value.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Daniela Cafaro

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Warren Residential Listed on: 04/14/2026

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Warren Residential

Last Buyer's Agent

Matthew Zborezny

Redfin Corp.

Redfin Corp.

Property Details

Home Type

  • Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $14,491

Year Built

  • Built in 1915

Lot Details

  • 5,250 Sq Ft Lot
  • Level Lot

Home Design

  • Duplex
  • Stone Foundation
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 3,186 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 1 Level
  • Wood Flooring
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 4 Full Bathrooms

Parking

  • 4 Open Parking Spaces
  • 4 Car Parking Spaces
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Porch

Additional Features

  • Property is near public transit and schools
  • 2 Heating Zones

Listing and Financial Details

  • Total Actual Rent $6,400
  • Assessor Parcel Number 755419

Community Details

Overview

  • 2 Units

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops

Recreation

  • Bike Trail

Building Details

  • Insurance Expense $2,970
  • Operating Expense $2,970
  • Net Operating Income $73,830

Property Details

Home Type

Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$14,491

Year Built

Built in 1915

Lot Details

5,250 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential Income
  • Property Sub Type: 2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
  • Year Built: 1915
  • Levels: 3
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Round: Yes
  • APOD AVAILABLE: No
  • MLSPIN_BEACHFRONT_FLAG: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 3

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Total Bedrooms: 6
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Basement: Full, Partially Finished
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 3186
  • Living Area: 3186
  • Spa YN: No
  • Stories Total: 3
  • MAIN LO: AN2213
  • MAIN SO: NB3534

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Balcony
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Waterview Flag: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No
  • Open Parking Spaces: 4
  • Parking Features: Off Street
  • Total Parking Spaces: 4

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT UNITS: 2
  • HEAT ZONES: 2

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station
  • Senior Community YN: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 755419
  • Zoning: Res
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.12
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5250
  • Lot Size Units: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 14491

Multi Family

  • Insurance Expense: 2970
  • Net Operating Income: 73830
  • Number Of Units Total: 2
  • Operating Expense: 2970
  • Total Actual Rent: 6400
  • LEVELS 1: 1
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No
  • COOLING UNITS: 2
  • LEASE 2: Y
  • LEASE 1: Y

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 18, 1989
Sold by
Bought by
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $210,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $200,000 No Value Available
Closed $20,000 No Value Available
Closed $3,945 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/26/2026 06/26/26 Sold $1,665,000 +4.1% $523 / Sq Ft
04/22/2026 04/22/26 Pending -- -- --
04/14/2026 04/14/26 For Sale $1,599,999 -- $502 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

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 $14,491 $1,328,200 $526,700 $801,500
2024 $13,822 $1,313,900 $526,700 $787,200
2023 $13,033 $1,260,400 $526,700 $733,700
2022 $12,285 $1,206,800 $501,600 $705,200
2021 $11,654 $1,143,700 $477,800 $665,900
2020 $10,959 $1,086,100 $459,400 $626,700
2019 $10,082 $937,000 $399,500 $537,500
2018 $8,720 $771,000 $363,100 $407,900
2017 $8,572 $734,500 $342,600 $391,900
2016 $8,398 $670,200 $313,300 $356,900
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73500993

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: SOME-000052-B000000-000014

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