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38 Prichard Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Three-Family Residential Income Building

38 Prichard Ave Somerville, MA 02144

For Sale
$1,395,000
Pending

Three-family property with an updated one-bedroom, one-bath unit and additional space suited for renovation.

Property Size2,818 SF
Days on Market31

Property Features for 38 Prichard Ave

General Information

Standard status
Pending
Size
2,818 SF
Property subtype
3 Family

Building Details

Year Built
1925
Listing Agency: Lock and Key Realty
Listed By: Steve McKenna & The Home Advantage Team
Source: Lockandkeyre
Added: Jun 24 Changed: Jul 23 Last Checked: Jul 23 at 4:03AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This three-family residential income building at 38 Prichard Ave includes an updated Unit 1 featuring a one-bedroom, one-bath configuration with an open layout. The remaining space provides room for renovation and customization, whether for continued long-term hold or repositioning of the property.

The home is described as being set in the heart of Ball Square, with nearby access to Tufts, Davis Square, and Porter Square, and transit connections within short distances to both the Green Line and Red Line. It is also noted as close to the bike path.

A two-car garage and full driveway add practical utility. The property has been owner occupied for years and is presented as ready for its next chapter in a well-connected Somerville location.

Key Highlights

  • Three‑family built in 1925 with an updated 1‑bedroom, 1‑bath unit
  • Unit 1 features a one‑bedroom, one‑bath open layout, with additional space for renovation or repositioning
  • Full driveway and a two‑car garage provide on‑site parking/storage options

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 $89.6k $31.80
− Vacancy −$4.4k −$1.57
EGI $85.2k $30.23
− OpEx −$25.6k −$9.07
NOI $59.6k $21.16
2,818 SF · lease $31.80/SF/yr · vacancy 4.94% · expense 30.00%

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$851.9K
$745.4K – $993.8K (±1% cap)
NOI $59,630 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 4.27%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$801.0K
$700.9K – $934.5K (±1% cap)
NOI $56,069 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 4.02%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$1.67M
$1.46M – $1.95M (±1% cap)
NOI $116,777 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 8.37%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Property Analytics

Location Intelligence

Current Use by Public Records

Triplexes

Suggested Use

Law Firm Parking Lot & Garage Computer & Electronic Repair Food Market Accounting Firm Tech Support Center Nail Salon Travel Agency Daycare Center Cosmetic Store

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

FAQs

What type of property is this?
Triplex - Three-family property with an updated one-bedroom, one-bath unit and additional space suited for renovation.
Where is this triplex located?
The property is located at 38 Prichard Ave Somerville, MA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $1,395,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Three‑family built in 1925 with an updated 1‑bedroom, 1‑bath unit; Unit 1 features a one‑bedroom, one‑bath open layout, with additional space for renovation or repositioning; Full driveway and a two‑car garage provide on‑site parking/storage options
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