Incredible location around the corner from Porter Square! This urban oasis boasts tons of old world charm and is on a quiet, tree-lined street. Porter square has the red line and commuter rail, shops, night life, Originally a Philly style property, this has been converted to Unit 1 being on 1 level containing 1 bed (flexible floor plan though with potential for another bedroom where open living/dining is), and Unit 2 spanning 2 levels with 4 beds and 1.5 baths. Enjoy the front and rear porches, small yard, and the many charming details this home has to offer. Updates include: roof done in 2020; Exterior paint was late 2016; A number of new electrical circuits were put in the upstairs unit in 2015, and the panels and main supply were replaced in 2017. Both furnaces replaced in 2020. Water heaters 2022&2023. Unit 2 has in unit laundry; unit 1 has washer dryer in the basement. Group showings Thursday 5/2 11:00-12:00, Friday 5/3 3:00-4:00, Sunday 5/5 12:00-1:30.
Wonderful two family (5/6) home tucked onto a quiet, residential side street in an A+ location! Around the corner from the Porter Square MBTA, commuter rail station, and bustling Porter Square. This charming home has fir floors, high ceilings, four porches and an urban oasis in the private back yard. Lots of custom nooks and crannies! The first floor apartment is "Philly style" and has two bedrooms and one bath; the “Owner’s apartment” has three bedrooms and 1.5 baths. Great for an owner-occupant, an investor, or a condo developer. Offers, if any, are due on Tuesday, September 29th at 3pm.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$14,036 (+4.6%)
$655,900 + $630,600
$1,286,500
2024
$13,416 (+5.2%)
$655,900 + $619,400
$1,275,300
2023
$12,749 (+6.2%)
$655,900 + $577,100
$1,233,000
2022
$12,005 (+3.0%)
$624,700 + $554,600
$1,179,300
2021
$11,654 (+3.8%)
$620,100 + $523,600
$1,143,700
2020
$11,232 (+5.7%)
$620,500 + $492,700
$1,113,200
2019
$10,622 (+7.4%)
$564,900 + $422,300
$987,200
2018
$9,893
$513,500 + $361,200
$874,700
2017
$9,897 (+21.0%)
$484,400 + $363,700
$848,100
2016
$8,178 (+7.6%)
$432,600 + $220,100
$652,700
2015
$7,599 (+11.8%)
$399,500 + $203,100
$602,600
2014
$6,795 (+1.6%)
$350,000 + $186,700
$536,700
2013
$6,689 (+2.5%)
$307,500 + $190,900
$498,400
2012
$6,524 (+3.0%)
$307,500 + $190,900
$498,400
2011
$6,335 (+2.5%)
$307,500 + $190,900
$498,400
2010
$6,178 (+6.5%)
$307,500 + $194,800
$502,300
2009
$5,799
$288,700 + $206,500
$495,200
Tax history for 14-16 Holyoke Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$14,036 (+4.6%)
$655,900 + $630,600
$1,286,500
2024
$13,416 (+5.2%)
$655,900 + $619,400
$1,275,300
2023
$12,749 (+6.2%)
$655,900 + $577,100
$1,233,000
2022
$12,005 (+3.0%)
$624,700 + $554,600
$1,179,300
2021
$11,654 (+3.8%)
$620,100 + $523,600
$1,143,700
2020
$11,232 (+5.7%)
$620,500 + $492,700
$1,113,200
2019
$10,622 (+7.4%)
$564,900 + $422,300
$987,200
2018
$9,893
$513,500 + $361,200
$874,700
2017
$9,897 (+21.0%)
$484,400 + $363,700
$848,100
2016
$8,178 (+7.6%)
$432,600 + $220,100
$652,700
2015
$7,599 (+11.8%)
$399,500 + $203,100
$602,600
2014
$6,795 (+1.6%)
$350,000 + $186,700
$536,700
2013
$6,689 (+2.5%)
$307,500 + $190,900
$498,400
2012
$6,524 (+3.0%)
$307,500 + $190,900
$498,400
2011
$6,335 (+2.5%)
$307,500 + $190,900
$498,400
2010
$6,178 (+6.5%)
$307,500 + $194,800
$502,300
2009
$5,799
$288,700 + $206,500
$495,200
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
5
Baths
2.5
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2,957
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,587
Year built
1913
Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Middlesex County
APN
751757
Parking Spaces
0
Basement
Yes
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
No
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 1, 2025.
NR
Neighborhood Residence District
To implement the objectives of the Comprehen Sive Plan of the City of Somerville.; To conserve already established areas of detached and semi-detached residential buildings.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Day care facility
Public service
Educational/school
Recreation
Sep 15, 2025 • Final
Building
Addition
Dec 5, 2024 • Final
Building
Remove and replace two entry doors with new doors of the same size. No structural changes are included.
Remodel
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Basement Information
Basement: Bulkhead, Unfinished
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 11
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Hardwood, Wood
Interior Features: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Family Room
Unit #1 Information
# of Levels: 1
# of Floors: 1
Lease: N
Unit #2 Information
# of Levels: 2
# of Floors: 2
Lease: Y
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,587
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Stories (Total): 3
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck
Exterior Features: Garden
Property Information
PropertySubType: 2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.07
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $13,416
Tax Year: 2024
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Location
Location Information
Directions: Off Elm St, behind Porter Square
UnparsedAddress: 14-16 Holyoke Rd, Somerville MA 02144
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,587
Stories: 3.0
Parking Spaces: 0
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 2,957 square feet
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: 1913
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 751757
HOA Dues: —
Garage: No
Features: —
Home facts updated by owner on Oct 1, 2025
Other
Listing Information
Exclusions: Tenant Belongings
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
John F. Kennedy Elementary School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.1mi
8/10
Somerville High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi
6/10
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