NOT LISTED FOR SALE

7 Bay State Ave Somerville, MA 02144

Estimated Value: $1,513,014 - $1,843,000

7 Beds
3 Baths
3,423 Sq Ft
$492/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 31, 2022

Last sale price $1,450,000 $424 Per Sq Ft

Est. 14% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $10,289/month

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Medical Services
  • City View
  • Property is near public transit
  • Somerville High School Rated A-
  • Deck
  • 3-minute walk to Nathan Tufts Park

About This Home

As of May 2022

Terrific investment opportunity near vibrant Ball Square, Somerville, steps to the new Green Line extension T stop! This 3-family consists of a Philly-style 3-BR & two 2-BR units, all in good condition! The units feature HW floors, forced air gas heat, gas stoves, front & rear decks & original woodwork! The property has been professionally managed & updated. Unit 2 has a lead paint compliance certificate & features an orig tin ceiling in the kitchen. Current rents below market: See Firm Remarks. Unit 2 turns over 6/1 for $2600/month. Driveway parking + a 2-car garage currently used for storage & yard. This building is ALWAYS rented w/ great tenants, & the location will become even more desirable with the incoming Ball Square T stop! Walking distance to Soundbites restaurant, True Grounds Cafe, Taco Party, Lyndell's Bakery, Powderhouse Park & Tufts University! Easy commute to Boston and Cambridge. Don't miss this unique opportunity!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Carey Gatto

Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest License #449546684 Listed on: 04/05/2022

Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest

Last Buyer's Agent

Steve Bremis

Steve Bremis Realty Group

Property Details

Home Type

  • Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $12,800

Year Built

  • Built in 1905

Lot Details

  • 3,485

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Tandem Parking
  • Driveway
  • Open Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Stone Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 3,423 Sq Ft Home
  • Insulated Windows
  • City Views
  • Dishwasher
  • Washer and Gas Dryer Hookup

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Unfinished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Sump Pump

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Porch

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • 3 Heating Zones
  • Heating Available
  • Separate Meters
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Gas Water Heater

Additional Features

  • Energy-Efficient Thermostat
  • 3,485 Sq Ft Lot

Listing and Financial Details

  • Total Actual Rent $6,500
  • Rent includes unit 1(water), unit 2(water)
  • Assessor Parcel Number M:19 B:E L:5,749760

Community Details

Overview

  • 3 Units
  • Property has 2 Levels

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops
  • Coin Laundry

Recreation

  • Park
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Building Details

  • Insurance Expense $4,501
  • Water Sewer Expense $1,900
  • Operating Expense $14,437
  • Net Operating Income $36,563

Property Details

Home Type

Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$12,800

Year Built

Built in 1905

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential Income
  • Property Sub Type: 3 Family
  • Year Built: 1905
  • Buyer Agency: 2%
  • Buyer Agency Type: %
  • Transaction Broker: 1%
  • Transaction Broker Type: %
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Compensation Based On: Net Sale Price
  • APOD AVAILABLE: Yes
  • ResoPropertyType: ResidentialIncome
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 6

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Laminate,Hardwood, Unit 1(undefined), Unit 2(Hardwood Floors), Unit 3(Hardwood Floors)
  • Interior Amenities: Unit 1(Ceiling Fans,Philadelphia,Bathroom With Tub & Shower), Unit 2(Lead Certification Available,Bathroom With Tub & Shower), Unit 3(Pantry,Bathroom With Tub & Shower), Unit 1 Rooms(Living Room,Dining Room,Kitchen), Unit 2 Rooms(Living Room,Kitchen), Unit 3 Rooms(Living Room,Kitchen)
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Appliances: Unit 1(Range,Refrigerator), Unit 2(Range,Dishwasher,Refrigerator), Unit 3(Range,Refrigerator), Gas Water Heater, Utility Connections for Gas Range, Utility Connections for Gas Dryer
  • Total Bedrooms: 7
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
  • Basement: Full, Sump Pump, Unfinished
  • Living Area: 3423
  • Stories Total: 6
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
  • MAIN LO: BB5474
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 437.92
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 423.61
  • MAIN SO: AN5028

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck - Wood
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Roof: Shingle
  • View: City
  • View YN: Yes
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2
  • Garage YN: Yes
  • Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem, Paved
  • Total Parking Spaces: 5

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Cooling: Unit 1(Window AC), Unit 2(Window AC)
  • Heating: Unit 1(Central Heat,Forced Air,Gas), Unit 2(Central Heat,Forced Air,Gas)
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service, Individually Metered
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT UNITS: 3
  • HEAT ZONES: 3

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Rent Includes: Unit 1(Water), Unit 2(Water)

Fee Information

  • Water Sewer Expenses: 1900

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: M:19 B:E L:5,749760
  • Zoning: RA
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.08
  • Lot Size Area: 0.08
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 3484.8
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • LOT SIZE: 3610
  • PAGE: 188

Green Features

  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Annual Amount: 12800
  • Tax Book Number: 29760

Multi Family

  • Gross Income: 51000
  • Insurance Expense: 4501
  • Net Operating Income: 36563
  • Number Of Units Total: 3
  • Operating Expense: 14437
  • Total Actual Rent: 6500
  • LEVELS 1: 2
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No
  • LEVELS 2: 1
  • LEVELS 3: 1
  • LEASE 3: Y
  • LEASE 2: Y
  • LEASE 1: Y
  • FLRS 1: 1
  • FLRS 3: 3
  • FLRS 2: 2

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 6, 2015
Sold by
Holcombe Robert R
Bought by
R Reed Holcombe 3Rd Lt
Current Estimated Value
$1,649,615

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 1, 1995
Sold by
Ferguson Earl J and Ferguson John V
Bought by
Holcombe Robert R and Pucek Joseph J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$202,150
Interest Rate
8.2%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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
R Reed Holcombe 3Rd Lt -- --
Holcombe Robert R $210,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Bielmeier Douglas C $1,087,500
Previous Owner Holcombe Robert R $207,100
Previous Owner Holcombe Robert R $200,000
Previous Owner Ferguson Earl J $15,000
Previous Owner Ferguson Earl J $202,150
Previous Owner Ferguson Earl J $10,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/31/2022 05/31/22 Sold $1,450,000 -3.3% $424 / Sq Ft
04/13/2022 04/13/22 Pending -- -- --
04/05/2022 04/05/22 For Sale $1,499,000 -- $438 / 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 $15,092 $1,383,300 $704,700 $678,600
2024 $14,245 $1,354,100 $704,700 $649,400
2023 $13,461 $1,301,800 $704,700 $597,100
2022 $12,800 $1,257,400 $671,100 $586,300
2021 $12,186 $1,195,900 $666,300 $529,600
2020 $11,717 $1,161,200 $666,700 $494,500
2019 $11,124 $1,033,800 $606,900 $426,900
2018 $10,554 $933,200 $551,800 $381,400
2017 $10,391 $890,400 $520,500 $369,900
2016 $10,201 $814,100 $464,900 $349,200
2015 $9,708 $769,900 $429,300 $340,600
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72962466

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: SOME-000019-E000000-000005