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Open House: Sun 6/7 12:00 PM
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$1,595,000
Total Beds: 7 Total Baths: 2
Total Units: 2 SQFT: 3018
LOT size: 0.09 Acres
188 Willow Ave.
Somerville, MA 02144
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Property Description

Prime location, great condition, and double-width driveway are the hallmarks of this large Philly-style 2-family. It is nestled between Davis and Ball Squares, across from the popular Brown School, and walkable to 2 Red Line and 2 GLX stations, the commuter rail, multiple bus lines, the bike/commuter path stretching from Boston to Bedford, and several parks. Unit 1 spans 2 levels, with LR (used as a bdrm), DR, kitchen, pantry, bdrm, and full bath on 1st level and a bdrm with direct access to private deck on the 2nd fl. Unit 1 has front and back porches and access to backyard. Unit 2 occupies the upper 2 floors, with LR, DR, kitchen, pantry, private front and back decks, and full bath on the main level and 4 bedrooms on the top fl. The yard has room for entertaining and playing, and the driveway accommodates 2-3 rows of cars parked side by side. The systems, 1 washer, and 2 dryers are in the unfinished basement. Ideally suited for owner occupancy or rental. Nr universities, airport, hwy

Property Details

Building Information

  • Total Units: 2
  • Total Floors: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 7
  • Total Full Baths: 2
  • Amenities: Bike Path, Highway Access, Park, Public Transportation, Shopping, T-Station, University, Walk/Jog Trails
  • Basement Features: Full, Interior Access, Unfinished Basement
  • Common Rooms: Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room
  • Common Interior Features: Ceiling Fans, Pantry, Philadelphia, Stone/Granite/Solid Counters, Tile Floor
  • Common Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
  • Common Heating: Active Solar, Electric Baseboard, Electric Baseboard, Extra Flue, Forced Air, Gas, Heat Pump, Hot Water Radiators, Oil, Oil, Radiant
  • Common Cooling: None

Financial

  • APOD Available: No
  • Gross Operating Income: 42000
  • Net Operating Income: 42000

Utilities

  • Electric Info: Circuit Breakers, Individually Metered, Underground
  • Water: City/Town Water, Private
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer, Private

Unit 1 Description

  • Included in Rent: Water
  • Under Lease: Yes
  • Floors: 1
  • Levels: 2

Unit 2 Description

  • Included in Rent: Water
  • Under Lease: No
  • Floors: 2
  • Levels: 2

Construction

  • Year Built: 1905
  • Foundation Info: Brick, Fieldstone
  • Roof Material: Aluminum, Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles
  • Flooring Type: Tile, Wood
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Warranty: No

Other Information

  • MLS ID# 73529822
  • Last Updated: 06/06/26

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Seller's Representative: Thalia C. Tringo, Thalia Tringo & Associates Real Estate, Inc.
Sub Agent Compensation: n/a
Buyer Agent Compensation: n/a
Facilitator Compensation: n/a
Compensation Based On: n/a
Sub-Agency Relationship Offered: No

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