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    39 Derby St, Somerville, MA 02145

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    $1,200,000

    MULTI_FAMILY - Somerville, MA

    Property size:
    3,426 SF
    Lot size:
    0.09 Acres
    Price / SF:
    $350/SF
    Added:
    Jun 4, 2026
    Days on Market:
    5
    Last Refresh:
    Jun 8 at 11:06 am

    Property Features for 39 Derby St

    General Information

    Property type
    Residential Multi Family
    Property subtype
    Other
    Zoning
    NR
    Bedrooms
    6
    Bathrooms
    3
    Rooms
    Bathroom 3, Bathroom 2, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 3, Bathroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 6, Bedroom 5
    Parking
    8
    Standard status
    Active
    APN
    757533
    Size
    3,426 SF
    Lot size
    0.09 Acres

    Taxes and HOA fees

    Tax Year
    2026
    Tax Annual Amount
    10266

    Building Details

    Year built
    1920
    Floors in Building
    4
    Number of units
    1

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    Listing Contact
    Christina Hill

    Listing agent Christina Hill

    Listing office Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest 1 Militia Drive, Ste. 204, Concord, MA

    Listing date Jun 4, 2026

    MLS# 73529871 Listing URL

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    HighLights

    • 2‑family home built in 1920 with 6 bedrooms total across two units
    • Second‑floor unit features 4 bedrooms plus a spacious kitchen and bathroom
    • First‑floor unit offers 2 bedrooms, kitchen, and a bathroom
    • Basement with laundry; includes 2 gas hot water heaters and 2 oil furnaces with forced hot air heating
    • Separate utilities: 2 electric meters with 100 amps each
    • Includes large basement, 2 patios, and private parking for 6–7 cars

    Overview

    This two-unit residential duplex includes a first-floor and second-floor layout with separate living configurations. The first-floor unit has two bedrooms with a kitchen and bathroom, and the second-floor unit has four bedrooms, a spacious kitchen, and a bathroom. Both units have access to a large basement area with laundry. Heating is provided by two oil furnaces with forced hot air, supported by two gas hot water heaters. The property also features two separate electric meters with 100 amps each, supporting independent utility setups. Outdoors, the home includes two patios and private parking for approximately 6–7 cars, along with room for storage and day-to-day function in the basement.

    Located in Somerville, the home offers convenient access to major transit and commuter routes. The remarks cite easy access to I-93 and the Green/Orange line, with walkable proximity to Foss Park, Sullivan T- station, Gilman Square, and Assembly Row. The property is sited on a small lot size of 0.0861 acres under zoning identified as NR.

    For buyers looking for a renovation or value-add project, this duplex is described as ready for cosmetic updates while retaining a straightforward two-unit structure. The separate metering and independent heating equipment can support operational flexibility for an owner-occupant or investor, while the combination of patios and on-site parking adds practical appeal for tenants.

    Local Financial Insights For Multifamily LT 5

    Simulate Cap Rate and NOI

    NOI Build-Up
    Vacancy
    income lost from leasable area expected to sit empty during the year — subtracted from gross rent.
    EGI (Effective Gross Income)
    gross rent minus vacancy losses — the realistic income before paying operating costs.
    OpEx (Operating Expenses)
    recurring costs to operate the property (property tax, insurance, utilities, maintenance, management) — excludes financing and capital improvements.
    NOI (Net Operating Income)
    income a property generates after operating costs but before financing and taxes.

    Component $ $/SF
    Gross rent $108.9k $31.80
    − Vacancy −$5.4k −$1.57
    EGI $103.6k $30.23
    − OpEx −$31.1k −$9.07
    NOI $72.5k $21.16
    3,426 SF · lease $31.80/SF/yr · vacancy 4.94% · expense 30.00%

    Alternative Uses

    Best Use
    Multifamily LT 5
    $1.04M
    $906.2K – $1.21M (±1% cap)
    NOI $72,495 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.04%
    Second Best
    Apartment 5plus
    $973.8K
    $852.1K – $1.14M (±1% cap)
    NOI $68,166 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 5.68%
    Theoretical Best
    Office A
    $2.03M
    $1.77M – $2.37M (±1% cap)
    NOI $141,973 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 11.83%
    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.
    Property Profile Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Duplexes

    Suggested Use

    Law Firm Restaurant Real Estate Agency Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Hair Salon Nail Salon Food Market Grocery & Convenience Store Gym & Fitness Center

    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

    Location Insight

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    City
    Somerville
    County
    Middlesex
    State
    Massachusetts
    Longitude
    -71.089867
    Latitude
    42.394051

    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Duplex - Duplex with two separate units, private patios, basement laundry, and dedicated utility meters.
    Where is this duplex located?
    The property is located at 39 Derby St Somerville, MA.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $1,200,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: 2‑family home built in 1920 with 6 bedrooms total across two units; Second‑floor unit features 4 bedrooms plus a spacious kitchen and bathroom; First‑floor unit offers 2 bedrooms, kitchen, and a bathroom
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