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$2,396,000

49 Porter Street, Somerville MA 02143

Somerville, MA 02143

Listed by Montivista Real Estate Group

Bedrooms

Bathrooms

Living area

4,110 sqft

Year built

1900

About this home

Located in Somerville’s desirable Spring Hill neighborhood, this property offers strong urban living and investment potential. Ideally situated between Porter and Davis Squares with a 91 Walk Score, it provides convenient access to the MBTA Red Line, Commuter Rail, local shops, dining, and nearby universities including Harvard, Lesley, and Tufts. The home features generous layouts, high ceilings, original hardwood floors, and abundant natural light throughout. Outdoor amenities include multiple private decks and a shared yard, offering flexible options for relaxation or entertaining. Well-maintained and move-in ready, the property also presents value add potential for investors seeking to enhance equity and rental income. Classic three deck configuration with a functional layout well suited for both owner occupants and investment use. Q1 2026 market data indicates strong upward pressure on rental rates in the 02143 zip code, reinforcing capitalization rate potential.

Property details

MLS #: 73513094
Property type: 3 Family - 3 Units Up/Down
Subdivision: N/A
Status: Active
Days on market: 142
On market date: May 5, 2026
Stories: 4
Total bathrooms: 4
Garage spaces: N/A
Parking spaces: 2
Lot size: 0.09 acres

Location

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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles · public school directory data (NCES)

Elementary

John F Kennedy

0.19 mi away · Grades -1-8

Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here

4.0

Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating

Enrollment: 436
Student:teacher ratio: 13.2:1
District: Somerville

Middle

Rindge Avenue Upper School

0.87 mi away · Grades 6-8

Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here

5.0

Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating

Enrollment: 262
Student:teacher ratio: 8.2:1
District: Cambridge

High

Somerville High

0.76 mi away · Grades 9-12

Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here

5.0

Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating

Enrollment: 1,304
Student:teacher ratio: 11.0:1
District: Somerville

Walkability

Blended score for Somerville's center: EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) combined with nearby-amenity density. 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).

Highly walkable

out of 100

EPA National Walkability Index

15.2 / 20 -- Above average walkable

Nearby-amenity density

100 / 100

Restaurants & cafes20

Grocery stores20

Parks20

Schools20

Transit stops20

Pharmacies10

Market position

How this listing compares to current activity in Somerville, from live MLS data.

On the market 142 days -- 58 more days than Somerville's current average of 84 days.

For reference, the median list price across 800 active listings in Somerville right now is $8,100.

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Est. monthly payment

$14,579/mo

$479,200 down

$1,916,800 loan

Principal & interest$12,432

Property tax (est.)$1,997

Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by MLS Property Information Network via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated May 11, 2026.

Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed; all measurements, school assignments, HOA fees, taxes, and feature lists are approximate and should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.