36 College Ave, Somerville MA 02144
Somerville, MA 02144
$16,000,000
Est. $92,458/month
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About this home
Rare Portfolio Offering: 36 College Avenue in Somerville is part of a three-building portfolio for sale, which also includes 202-218 Mass Ave. in Arlington and 49–55 Davis Square in Somerville. 36 College Avenue, known as the Bryant Chambers building, is a 44-unit, five-story brick apartment building in the heart of Davis Square. Located at the corner of College Avenue and Park Avenue, the property is steps from the MBTA Red Line and within walking distance of Tufts University. Built in the 1920s, the building features classic brick architecture with windows on all four sides, providing abundant natural light. The unit mix includes (3) studios, (34) one-bedroom apartments, (6) two-bedroom apartments, and (1) commercial space. Amenities include an elevator, on-site laundry, keyless FOB entry, and storage. The property offers stable in-place cash flow, a strong occupancy history, and long-term value-add potential through strategic management. PLEASE SEE FIRM REMARKS FOR ADDITIONAL INFO
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Property History
Property Timeline
Listed for Sale
Jul 8, 2026
$16,000,000
Original listing
Agent: Carl Christie
Office: Carl Christie
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/08/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $16,000,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $136,241 | $11,641,500 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$136,241
Tax Year 2026
Assessed Value
$11,641,500
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential Income
Style
5-9 Family
Year Built
1920
Living Area
34,417 sq ft
Lot Size
0.17 acres
Bedrooms
49
Full Baths
43
Total Rooms
90
Investment Metrics
Units
44
Unit 1 Rent
$2,000/mo · Y
Unit 2 Rent
$2,150/mo · Y
Total Monthly Rent
$4,150/mo
Gross Income
$49,800
Net Operating Income
$49,800
Cap Rate
0.31%
Interior
Heating
None
Cooling
None
Flooring
None
Appliances
None
Fireplace
None
Basement
None
Laundry
None
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Features
None
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$136,241
Assessed Value
$11,641,500
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures
Living area below grade estimated
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
4 days
Property Overview
Property Type
5-9 Family
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1920
Bedrooms
49
Full Bathrooms
43
Living Area
34,417 sq ft
Total Rooms
90
Stories
4
Levels
4
Floor Layout
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Floor Layout
Finished Area
31,617 sq ft above grade
2,800 sq ft below grade
Display Options
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
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Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1920
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Foundation:
Stone
Stories:
4
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
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Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
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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
A
John F Kennedy School
0.6 mi
|
#50 of 352
|
Score: 56.7
Improved 5 spots from last year
-1.5 below state avg
439 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
St. Theresa of the Child Jesus School
1.0 mi
Grades PK-08
C+
Arthur D Healey School
1.3 mi
|
#236 of 352
|
Score: 37.5
Improved 27 spots from last year
-20.7 below state avg
482 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
B+
Albert F. Argenziano School at Lincoln Park
1.8 mi
|
#134 of 352
|
Score: 45.7
Improved 40 spots from last year
-12.6 below state avg
553 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
C-
Winter Hill Community School
1.9 mi
|
#287 of 352
|
Score: 32.6
Dropped 15 spots from last year
-25.7 below state avg
388 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
C+
East Somerville Community School
1.9 mi
|
#245 of 352
|
Score: 37.0
Improved 6 spots from last year
-21.2 below state avg
747 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
Tufts Educational Day Care Center
0.2 mi
Grades PK-K
A+
Benjamin G Brown School
0.4 mi
|
#78 of 824
|
Score: 60.5
Dropped 61 spots from last year
+2.3 above state avg
219 students
Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
Capuano Early Childhood Center
2.1 mi
250 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-01
Middle Schools
1 school
Next Wave Junior High School
1.5 mi
16 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
High Schools
2 schools
F
Full Circle High School
1.5 mi
|
#344 of 346
|
Score: 17.3
Improved 22 spots from last year
-40.9 below state avg
67 students
Diverse
Rising School
Career Tech Programs
College Ready Curriculum
Diverse Student Body
Grades 09-12
B+
Somerville High School
1.5 mi
|
#131 of 346
|
Score: 57.1
Improved 111 spots from last year
-1.1 below state avg
1,394 students
Diverse
17 sports
• 1,566 athletes
Rising School
Career Tech Programs
Strong Athletics
Diverse Student Body
Grades 09-12
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36 College Ave, Somerville MA 02144
Somerville, MA 02144
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Carl Christie
Listing Office
Carl Christie
Office Phone
617-942-1137
Agent MLS ID
CN238517
Office MLS ID
AN6071
Listing Data Updated
Jul 12, 2026 3:07 AM EDT
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