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181 Summer Street, Arlington MA 02474

Arlington, MA 02474
$1,270,000
Est. $6,759/month
6
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,428
Sq Ft
$523
Price/Sq Ft
0.28
Acres
1949
Year Built
2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Type
61
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 26, 2025 • MLS# 73324712

About this home

*** Investors/Contractors/Developers note: your next project awaits! Classic 7/5 two family on over 12K+ sf of level land in a top commuter location, 181 Summer Street boasts a number of quality upgrades, a strong rental history, and expansion/conversion potential galore. 2018 3rd-floor full shed dormer added two spacious BRs and room for a future third full bathroom. Improvements over past 10 years include new roof, two new heating/central air systems, replacement Harvey windows, rebuilt front porch and stairs, and a new tile bathroom (Unit 2). Each unit features hardwood floors and ceramic tile baths. Lower level is partially finished with 2 separate laundry areas and a bonus half bath; new gas water heater 2024 (Unit 1). Property abuts conservation land. Conveniently located on the Turkey Hill bus line to Alewife, just a few short blocks to vibrant Mass Avenue, public tennis/pickle ball courts, Bishop School, and the popular Minuteman Bikeway.

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,450,000
Final Sale Price: $1,270,000
Difference: $180,000 (-12.4%)
Performance Metrics
87.6%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
61
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $597
Sale $/sq ft: $523
This property sold for $523 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 12.4% below the original asking price.

The property spent 61 days on market before selling.

Facts & Features

Property Overview

Property Type
2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Property Category
Residential Income
Year Built
1949
Bedrooms
6
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
2,428 sq ft
Total Rooms
12
Stories
3
Levels
3

Interior Features

Flooring
Tile, Vinyl, Hardwood, Stone/Ceramic Tile
Heating
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Has Heating
Yes
Cooling
Central Air
Has Cooling
Yes
Has Fireplace
No
Appliances
Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Dishwasher, Range Hood
Interior Features
Bathroom With Tub & Shower, Remodeled, Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Office/Den
Laundry Features
Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Basement Details
Full, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Concrete
Window Features
Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s), Screens
Door Features
Insulated Doors

Exterior & Structure

Construction Materials
Frame
Roof
Shingle
Foundation
Block
Foundation Area
952 sq ft
Exterior Features
Rain Gutters
Patio/Porch Features
Porch
Has Spa
No
Waterfront Features
Lake/Pond, 1 to 2 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Waterfront Property
No

Lot & Land

Lot Size
0.28 acres
Lot Size
12,018 sq ft
Lot Size Area
0.2800
Lot Features
Level
Frontage Length
68 ft
Road Surface Type
Paved
Road Frontage Type
Public

Parking & Garage

Has Garage
No
Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces
5
Parking Features
Paved Drive, Off Street, Assigned, Paved

Utilities & Systems

Utilities Available
for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Water Source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Electric
Circuit Breakers
Energy Efficient Features
Thermostat

Community & HOA

Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Bike Path, Conservation Area, Public School, Sidewalks
Senior Community
No

Financial & Tax Information

Annual Tax Amount
$11,206
Tax Year
2024
Tax Assessed Value
$1,058,200
Tax Lot
3A
Tax Block
5
Tax Map Number
68A
Parcel Number
323819
Zoning
R1
Financial Data Source
Tax Return

Additional Details

Year Built Source
Public Records
Year Built Details
Approximate
Disclosures
Home is a legal 2 family. Unit 2 leased through 6/30/2025; Unit 1 is currently vacant. Unit 2 lead compliant (2018). Buyer/buyer agent to verify expansion possibilities with Town of Arlington.
Exclusions
Excludes Tenants' Property.
Listing Terms
Contract

Location

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Neighborhood

181 Summer Street, Arlington MA 02474

Arlington, MA 02474

Walkability

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Schools

Elementary School
Bishop
Rating information coming soon
Middle School
Ottoson
Rating information coming soon
High School
Ahs
Rating information coming soon

Monthly Payment Calculator

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Estimated Monthly Payment $0

Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $934
Homeowners Insurance $200
PMI $0

Property History

Market Insights

9%
Price Range
124
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

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Sold
Apr 7, 2025
$1,270,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 124
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Listed for Sale
Jan 9, 2025
$1,395,000
Original listing
Agent: Karen Zoeller Office: Senne

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jan 9, 2025 New Listing Added $1,395,000 —

Market Statistics

Days on Market
61 days
Price per Sq Ft
$523

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $11,206 $1,058,200

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$11,206
Tax Year 2024
Assessed Value
$1,058,200

Listing Information

Listing Agent Karen Zoeller
Listing Office Senne
Agent MLS ID BB900633
Office MLS ID AN7546

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