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Multi family home for sale at 42 Calvin St, Somerville, MA 02143 | MLS# 73496731 | Listing updated on 2026-10-02
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$3,795,000

Monthly Est:$18,889

  • Beds Icon12 Beds
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    6 Baths
  • Beds Icon9,106sqft

42 Calvin St, Somerville, MA 02143

$18,889/moEst:

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  • Multi Family

  • Built in 1900

  • $-- HOA

  • 0.11 acre lot

  • $417/sq.ft

Description

Exceptional investment opportunity in one of Somerville’s most desirable locations! This six-unit building features spacious units with flexible floor plans that allow them to function as 3-bedrooms, ideal for roommate living and with strong rental potential. Each apartment offers high ceilings that enhance the sense of space and light, along with private covered back porches. Ideally situated with easy access to Harvard University and the shops and services in vibrant Inman Square, this property places residents at the center of it all. Easy access to Whole Foods Market on Beacon Street, as well as Kirkland Village with its shops and dining destinations. A rare opportunity to own a well-located, income-generating property with strong upside in a thriving rental market. Current lease agreements in place through May 31, 2027.

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  • Listing updated: October 2, 2026 at 7:06 am
  • Listing Provided by: Maggie Dee + Charles Cherney Team (617) 634-9665 | Compass (617) 303-0067
  • Source: MLS Property Information Network-MA | MLS#: 73496731 MLS Property Information Network-MA

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Property Details

  • Status

    Active

  • Type

    Multi Family

  • No. of Stories

    5

  • County

    Middlesex County

  • City

    Somerville

  • Neighborhood

    Union Square

  • Year Built

    1900

  • HOA Fees

    -

  • Finished Area

    9,106 sqft

  • Lot Size

    0.11 acre lot

  • Basement Area

    - sqft

  • MLS Name

    MLS Property Information Network

  • MLS Number

    73496731

  • MLS Status

    Active

  • Days on Market

    187

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Location

Facts & Features

Rooms

  • Bedrooms & bathrooms

    Bedrooms: 12

    Bathrooms: 6

Interior

  • Sewer

    Public Sewer

  • Flooring

    Tile, Hardwood

Construction

  • Year Built

    Year Built: 1900

  • Home type

    Multi Family

  • Roof

    Rubber

  • Foundation Details

    Stone, Brick/mortar

  • Construction Materials

    Frame

Utilities & Energy

  • Water Source

    Public

  • Basement

    Full

  • Utilities

    For Gas Range

  • Electric

    Circuit Breakers

Other Features

  • Disclosures

    Annual Expenses Are For 2025. Current Lease Agreements In Place Through May 31, 2027.

  • Lot Features

    Level

  • Patio And Porch Features

    Covered

  • Community Features

    Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Public School, T Station, University

Price History

DateEventPrice

09/28/2026

Source: mls_logoMLS Property Information Network-MA #73496731

Price Decreased

$3,795,000 -4.53%

$417/sqft

06/30/2026

Source: mls_logoMLS Property Information Network-MA #73496731

Price Decreased

$3,975,000 -5.36%

$437/sqft

04/07/2026

Source: mls_logoMLS Property Information Network-MA #73496731

Listed for Sale

$4,200,000

$461/sqft

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