23 Packard Ave, Somerville MA 02144
Somerville, MA 02144 • Tufts University
$1,700,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$1,599,900
Final Sale Price:
$1,700,000
Difference:
+$100,100 (+6.3%)
Performance Metrics
106.3%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
5
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$481
Sale $/sq ft:
$511
This property sold for $511 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 6.3% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.
With only 5 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
Nearby Sales Comparison
Based on 2 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days
This Property
$511/sq ft
Area Median
$470/sq ft
Difference
+8.7%
This property sold slightly above the area median for similar homes.
About this home
23 Packard Avenue is a significant gambrel-style two-family home, prominently positioned near Tufts University, Teele Square, and Davis Square. With a strong history of great tenants, this property has been a reliable source of income. Inside, you'll find charming natural woodwork, ornate details, and stained-glass windows on the first floor, complemented by high ceilings and hardwood floors throughout. Unit 1 offers a Philadelphia-style layout with 4 beds and 2 baths, while Unit 2 spans the 2nd and 3rd floors and features 4 bedrooms, potential for a 5th bedroom, and two baths. Both units offer front and back porches, as well as eat-in kitchens with dishwashers. The basement features impressively tall ceilings. The property also includes forced air systems with the potential to add central air conditioning, a spacious backyard, and parking for up to 3 cars. Updates include vinyl siding, composite decking, and a newer roof (5-7 years). See group showing times.
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Property History
Market Insights
8.6%
Price Range
7
Total Days on Market
Property Timeline
Current Active Listing - MLS #73584940
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Currently Listed
Oct 1, 2026
$1,750,000
MLS #73584940 - Active
Sold
Jun 26, 2024
$1,700,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 7
Listed for Sale
Apr 2, 2024
$1,599,900
Original listing
Agent: Katherine Malin
Office: Compass
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/01/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $1,750,000 | - | - | MLS #73584940 - Active |
| 06/26/2024 | ✓ Sold | $1,700,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 04/02/2024 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $1,599,900 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $14,223 | $1,352,000 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$14,223
Tax Year 2024
Assessed Value
$1,352,000
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential Income
Style
2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Year Built
1886
Living Area
3,329 sq ft
Lot Size
0.08 acres
Bedrooms
8
Full Baths
4
Total Rooms
14
Investment Metrics
Units
2
Unit 1 Rent
$4,300/mo · Y
Unit 2 Rent
$4,900/mo · Y
Total Monthly Rent
$9,200/mo
Gross Income
$110,400
Net Operating Income
$110,400
Cap Rate
6.90%
Interior
Heating
None
Cooling
None
Flooring
Wood, Tile, Hardwood
Appliances
None
Fireplace
None
Basement
Unfinished
Laundry
None
Features
Living Room, Kitchen, Dining Room, Office/den
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
None
Roof
Shingle
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Porch, Deck - Composite
Parking
Features
Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem, Paved
Total Spaces
3
Utilities
Electric
Circuit Breakers
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range
Financial
Annual Tax
$14,223
Assessed Value
$1,352,000
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Unit 1 Rented Until 8/31/2024 At $4300unit 2 Rented Through 8/31/2024 At $4900 (used As 4 Beds, Could Be 5 Beds Plus An Office).
Exclusions
Tenant Belongings
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
House Color
Tan
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
7 days
Property Overview
Property Type
2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1886
Bedrooms
8
Full Bathrooms
4
Living Area
3,329 sq ft
Total Rooms
14
Stories
4
Levels
4
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPorch, Deck - Composite
Room Markers
KKitchen (1)
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
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:
Wood, Tile, Hardwood
Appliances:
Interior Features:
Living Room, Kitchen, Dining Room, Office/Den
Windows:
Insulated Windows
Basement:
Unfinished
Laundry:
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1886
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Stone
Stories:
4
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Natural Gas
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Porch, Deck - Composite
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Other
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
3
Parking Features:
Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem, Paved
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
A
John F Kennedy School
1.0 mi
|
#49 of 352
|
Score: 57.2
Improved 6 spots from last year
-1 below state avg
474 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
St. Theresa of the Child Jesus School
1.4 mi
Grades PK-08
C+
Arthur D Healey School
1.5 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
B+
Albert F. Argenziano School at Lincoln Park
2.1 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-
Winter Hill Community School
2.2 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
C+
East Somerville Community School
2.2 mi
|
#244 of 352
|
Score: 36.9
Improved 7 spots from last year
-21.3 below state avg
743 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
Tufts Educational Day Care Center
0.2 mi
Grades PK-K
A+
Benjamin G Brown School
0.7 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
Capuano Early Childhood Center
2.4 mi
240 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-01
Middle Schools
1 school
Next Wave Junior High School
1.8 mi
11 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
High Schools
2 schools
F
Full Circle High School
1.8 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
1.8 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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Tufts University
23 Packard Ave, Somerville MA 02144
Somerville, MA 02144
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Katherine Malin
Listing Office
Compass
Office Phone
617-303-0067
Agent MLS ID
CT006899
Office MLS ID
AN2606
Listing Data Updated
Jun 26, 2024 9:48 PM EDT
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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