8 Franklin St Somerville, MA 02145
East Somerville NeighborhoodEstimated payment $7,518/month
Highlights
- Medical Services
- Property is near public transit and schools
- Wood Flooring
- Somerville High School Rated A-
- Cathedral Ceiling
- 4-minute walk to Perkins Playground
About This Home
Rare opportunity to own an award-winning Queen Anne Victorian property with modern updates in East Somerville. Offering a total of five bedrooms and three full bathrooms over three floors, this two-family residence provides flexibility for owners and investors alike. Unit 1 is a spacious 1-bed, 1-bath, living room, dining room, and kitchen. Unit 2 on the 2nd and 3rd floors features 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a living room, office, kitchen, and in-unit laundry. Updates include a newer roof, Gas heating/hot water systems, kitchens and baths, and exterior painting. Hardwood floors & separate metered utilities. Full unfinished basement offers storage space and laundry for Unit 1. Off-street parking for 4 cars. Just off Broadway, with an abundance of shops and restaurants, close to Assembly Row, and ideally positioned for commuters, just minutes to the MBTA Orange & Green Lines. Easy access to I-93S to Boston, or north to New Hampshire, the location supports both convenience and lifestyle
Property Details
Home Type
- Multi-Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $11,232
Year Built
- Built in 1900
Home Design
- Duplex
- Stone Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Shingle Roof
Interior Spaces
- 3,094 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 1 Level
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Skylights
- Insulated Windows
- Window Screens
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Home Office
- Storm Windows
Kitchen
- Range with Range Hood
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Pine Flooring
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- 3 Full Bathrooms
- Bathtub with Shower
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Block Basement Construction
Parking
- 4 Car Parking Spaces
- Driveway
- Paved Parking
- 4 Open Parking Spaces
- Off-Street Parking
Outdoor Features
- Rain Gutters
- Porch
Utilities
- Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
- Window Unit Cooling System
- 4 Heating Zones
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Individual Controls for Heating
- Baseboard Heating
- Heating System Uses Steam
- Separate Meters
- High Speed Internet
Additional Features
- Energy-Efficient Thermostat
- 3,500 Sq Ft Lot
- Property is near public transit and schools
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number M:91 B:C L:12,760059
Community Details
Overview
- 2 Units
Amenities
- Medical Services
- Shops
Recreation
- Park
- Jogging Path
Building Details
- Insurance Expense $3,691
- Water Sewer Expense $2,402
- Operating Expense $6,093
- Net Operating Income $78,000
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $11,232 | $1,029,500 | $398,000 | $631,500 |
| 2024 | $10,711 | $1,018,200 | $398,000 | $620,200 |
| 2023 | $10,092 | $976,000 | $398,000 | $578,000 |
| 2022 | $9,513 | $934,500 | $379,000 | $555,500 |
| 2021 | $9,155 | $898,400 | $373,900 | $524,500 |
| 2020 | $8,292 | $821,800 | $359,500 | $462,300 |
| 2019 | $7,464 | $693,700 | $298,200 | $395,500 |
| 2018 | $6,183 | $546,700 | $238,500 | $308,200 |
| 2017 | $6,081 | $521,100 | $225,000 | $296,100 |
| 2016 | $5,359 | $427,700 | $158,100 | $269,600 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/21/2026 04/21/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/14/2026 04/14/26 | For Sale | $1,250,000 | -- | $404 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $232,000 | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $340,000 | No Value Available | |
| Closed | $220,400 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $45,300 | No Value Available |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73501024
APN: SOME-000091-C000000-000012
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