LOCATION, LOCATION! Rare opportunity to own a home on this beloved street known for its landscaped lawns and large homes. This is a 2 family located in the highly desirable Tufts University area. Walking distance to New Green Line Extension, Ball Sq, Davis Sq, Magoun Sq and Porter Sq, featuring shops, restaurants, pubs as well as the newly renovated Somerville Theatre. Easy access to route 93 and Route 2. House is being sold As-Is! No photos of 1st floor included in listing.
*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
4
Baths
4.5
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3,485 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,932
Year built
1920
Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Middlesex County
APN
751043
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 16, 2026.
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
Jan 13, 2026 • Active
Building
Remodel
Sep 26, 2023 • Final
Gas fitting
Gas
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
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 5
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Tandem, On Street, Paved
Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 13
Door Features: Storm Door(s)
Window Features: Storm Window(s)
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Vinyl, Carpet
Interior Features: High Speed Internet, Bathroom With Tub & Shower, Internet Available - Unknown, Ceiling Fan(s), Storage, Living Room, Kitchen, Laundry Room, Dining Room
Unit #1 Information
# of Levels: 1
# of Floors: 1
Lease: N
Unit #2 Information
# of Levels: 2
# of Floors: 2
Lease: N
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,765
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Brick/Mortar
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Gas Dryer, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Hot Water, Natural Gas, Unit Control
Location
Location Information
Directions: Broadway to Boston Ave to Highland Rd or Highland Ave to Cedar St to Morrison Ave to Highland Rd
UnparsedAddress: 40 Highland Rd, Somerville MA 02144
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University, Sidewalks
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,932
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 3,485 square feet
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: 1920
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 751043
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 16, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Exclusions: All Personal Belongings To First Floor Tenant. First Floor To Be Vacant On May 2nd.
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Benjamin G. Brown School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.1mi
8/10
John F. Kennedy Elementary School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi
8/10
Somerville High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Local insights from Redfin agents
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