70 Columbus Ave, Somerville MA 02143
Somerville, MA 02143 • Union Square
$1,800,000
Est. $10,778/month
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20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5%, and $200/month estimated insurance.
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About this home
The multi-family investment property located at 70 Columbus Ave in Somerville, MA (the “Property”) is a multi-story building containing five (5) 1-Bedroom/1-Bathroom units with 3,782 square feet of gross living area in 5,878 square feet of gross area. The Property is situated upon a 0.14-acre parcel and features three (3) tandem parking spaces. The historic building has been exceptionally cared for and features large recently updated apartments, providing residents with a desirable blend of character and modern convenience in a sought-after sub-market, minutes from the new Union Square MBTA Train Station. The Property benefits from recent significant capital improvements, including the installation of six new Burnham boilers in 2019, a new roof and extensive exterior maintenance in 2022, the replacement of approximately half of the building's windows in 2025, and a brand-new landlord-owned coin-operated laundry in 2026. The Property also offers meaningful value-add opportunity through below market rents. A full-height basement unit currently generates no income and may present future opportunities for additional revenue. The large driveway is also underutilized and can accommodate at least three off street parking spaces, creating supplemental parking income.
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Property History
Property Timeline
Listed for Sale
Sep 21, 2026
$1,800,000
Original listing
Agent: Tess Kohanski
Office: Horvath & Tremblay
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/21/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $1,800,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $17,715 | $1,613,400 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$17,715
Tax Year 2026
Assessed Value
$1,613,400
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential Income
Style
5-9 Family
Year Built
1900
Living Area
3,782 sq ft
Lot Size
0.14 acres
Stories
5
Bedrooms
5
Full Baths
5
Total Rooms
20
Investment Metrics
Units
5
Unit 1 Rent
$1,850/mo · N
Unit 2 Rent
$2,225/mo · N
Unit 3 Rent
$2,000/mo · N
Unit 4 Rent
$2,075/mo · N
Total Monthly Rent
$8,150/mo
Gross Income
$129,200
Net Operating Income
$83,031
Operating Expenses
$42,353
Water/Sewer Expense
$4,530
Electric Expense
$550
Insurance Expense
$8,485
Cap Rate
4.61%
Interior
Heating
None
Cooling
None
Flooring
None
Appliances
Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
1
Basement
Full, Partially Finished
Laundry
None
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
None
Roof
Shingle, Rubber
Features
Sprinkler System, Garden
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Porch, Deck - Roof, Covered
Parking
Features
Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem, On Street, Paved
Total Spaces
3
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$17,715
Assessed Value
$1,613,400
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Lead Paint
Unknown
Seller Disclosures
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Property Overview
Property Type
5-9 Family
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1900
Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
5
Living Area
3,782 sq ft
Total Rooms
20
Stories
5
Levels
5
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
3,782 sq ft above grade
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPorch, Deck - Roof, Covered
Room Markers
OOffice (1)
KKitchen (1)
BRBedroom (5)
BABathroom (4)
DDining (1)
LLiving (2)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Appliances:
Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Full, Partially Finished
Laundry:
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1900
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle, Rubber
Foundation:
Stone, Brick/Mortar
Stories:
5
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Natural Gas
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Sprinkler System, Garden
Patio & Porch:
Porch, Deck - Roof, Covered
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
3
Parking Features:
Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem, On Street, Paved
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
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
0.3 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
0.5 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
0.6 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
1.1 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
0.4 mi
240 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-01
A+
Benjamin G Brown School
1.4 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
1.9 mi
Grades PK-K
Middle Schools
1 school
Next Wave Junior High School
0.3 mi
11 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
High Schools
2 schools
F
Full Circle High School
0.3 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
0.3 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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Neighborhood
Union Square
70 Columbus Ave, Somerville MA 02143
Somerville, MA 02143
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Tess Kohanski
Listing Office
Horvath & Tremblay
Office Phone
781-776-4000
Agent MLS ID
CN234145
Office MLS ID
AN2723
Listing Data Updated
Sep 21, 2026 12:06 PM EDT
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