56 Union Square, Somerville MA 02143
Somerville, MA 02143 • Union Square
$3,600
$3,200/mo
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About this home
Available Now. South-facing corner lot space in the center of Union Square. High foot traffic, suitable for most retail uses (barbershops, hair salons, jewelry shops, nail salons etc...). Previously used as a boutique shop and hair salon. Nearby amenities include Union Square Doughnuts, The Neighborhood Restaurant, Bloc Cafe, Market Basket, and a multitude of restaurants, businesses, and universities. Quick access to Cambridge and Boston by public transit, car, bike, or foot. - Public Transit: Nearby bus lines CT2, 85, 86, 87, 88, & 91, and close to the new Green Line Union Sq. T stop. - Highway Access: Close to I-93, Route 28, I-90, Route 16, and Route 2. - Features: Includes a 1/2 bath in the unit.
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Price & Status History
Market Insights
2
Price Changes
94.6%
Price Range
1
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Price Increased
Oct 31, 2026
$3,200
+$250
(+8.47%)
From $2,950 to $3,200 (+8.5%)
Price Reduced
Oct 13, 2026
$2,950
$650
(-18.06%)
From $3,600 to $2,950 (-18.1%)
Listed for Rent
Sep 10, 2026
$3,600
Original listing
Agent: Chung S. Lee
Office: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
Previous Transaction - MLS #70623303
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Feb 5, 2008
$54,900
MLS #70623303
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/31/2026 | ↑ Price Increased | $3,200 | +$250 | - | From $2,950 to $3,200 (+8.5%) |
| 10/13/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $2,950 | $650 | - | From $3,600 to $2,950 (-18.1%) |
| 09/10/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Rent | $3,600 | - | - | Original listing |
| 02/05/2008 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $54,900 | - | - | MLS #70623303 |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $0 | — |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$0
Tax Year 2026
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Commercial Lease
Year Built
1900
Living Area
1,000 sq ft
Lot Size
0.18 acres
Rental Details
Rent Includes
None
Interior
Heating
None
Cooling
None
Flooring
None
Appliances
None
Fireplace
None
Basement
None
Laundry
None
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
Rubber
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Features
None
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
None
Sewer
None
Gas
None
Other
Public Water, Public Sewer, Water Available, Sewer Available, Natural Gas Available
Building & Pet Policy
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Property Overview
Listing Type
For Rent
Year Built
1900
Living Area
1,000 sq ft
Floor Layout
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1900
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Rubber
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Nearby Schools
School District
Somerville School District local
B-
School Safety
2024-25
2.5%
Average
1.4%
Suspensions
2.2%
In-School
1.1%
Emergency
3.0% below state avg
Elementary Schools
9 schools
B+
Albert F. Argenziano School at Lincoln Park
0.2 mi
|
#137 of 352
|
Score: 45.4
Improved 37 spots from last year
-12.8 below state avg
548 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
C+
East Somerville Community School
0.6 mi
|
#244 of 352
|
Score: 36.9
Improved 7 spots from last year
-21.3 below state avg
743 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
C-
Winter Hill Community School
0.7 mi
|
#291 of 352
|
Score: 32.3
Dropped 19 spots from last year
-25.9 below state avg
361 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
St. Theresa of the Child Jesus School
0.8 mi
Grades PK-08
C+
Arthur D Healey School
1.2 mi
|
#237 of 352
|
Score: 37.4
Improved 26 spots from last year
-20.8 below state avg
461 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
A
John F Kennedy School
1.2 mi
|
#49 of 352
|
Score: 57.2
Improved 6 spots from last year
-1 below state avg
474 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
Capuano Early Childhood Center
0.5 mi
240 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-01
A+
Benjamin G Brown School
1.5 mi
|
#82 of 825
|
Score: 60.2
Dropped 65 spots from last year
+2 above state avg
230 students
Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
Tufts Educational Day Care Center
2.0 mi
Grades PK-K
Middle Schools
1 school
Next Wave Junior High School
0.5 mi
11 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
High Schools
2 schools
F
Full Circle High School
0.5 mi
|
#334 of 346
|
Score: 23.6
Improved 32 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
60 students
Diverse
Rising School
Career Tech Programs
College Ready Curriculum
Diverse Student Body
Grades 09-12
B+
Somerville High School
0.5 mi
|
#125 of 346
|
Score: 58.3
Improved 117 spots from last year
+0.1 above state avg
1,367 students
Diverse
17 sports
• 1,566 athletes
Strong AP Program
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Career Tech Programs
Grades 09-12
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Location
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Neighborhood
Union Square
56 Union Square, Somerville MA 02143
Somerville, MA 02143
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Chung S. Lee
Listing Office
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
Office Phone
617-666-2121
Agent MLS ID
NB111199
Office MLS ID
AN4885
Listing Data Updated
Nov 1, 2026 10:03 AM EST
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.
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