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$1,299,999

For Sale - Active
32 Richardson St, Somerville, MA 02145
5 Beds
3 Baths
2,992 Square Feet
0.04 Acres Lot
Built in 1905
For Sale - Active
2 Units
Checked: 16 hours ago
Updated: Jun 15, 2025 at 03:19AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$4,850
Cap Rate
1.8%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-19.5%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.29
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-14.8%

Property Description


0.04 Acres Lot
Built in 1905
For Sale - Active
2 Units

Charming and flexible 2-family home with separate third-floor loft on a corner lot in vibrant Magoun Square! The first-floor unit offers two bedrooms, a bright eat-in kitchen with gas cooking, full bath, central AC, and tall ceilings. The second floor mirrors the layout with updates including a modern kitchen, walk-in closet, and mini-splits for efficient heating and cooling. The sun-filled third-floor loft features vaulted ceilings, skylights, a stylish bath, and its own mini-split system—perfect for a studio, guest space, or home office. A lovely front porch adds curb appeal, and the professionally designed stone driveway offers off-street parking. The basement is unfinished with common laundry and ample storage. Close to the new Green Line station, popular dining spots, parks, and Tufts University. Ideal for investors, owner-occupants, or multi-generational living!

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Location


Property Details


Parking

  • Description: Off Street
  • Details: Off Street, On Street, Guest, Driveway
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Spaces Total: 2

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 5

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 3
  • # of Baths (Total): 3.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 10
  • # of Stories: 3
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Full, Unfinished

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Walls Materials: Siding (Alum/Vinyl)
  • Foundation: Stone
  • Roof Type: Gable
  • Roof Material: Shingle

Land Information

  • Land Use: Residential Income
  • Land Use Subtype: Duplex

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: SOMEM:32B:GL:2
  • Lot Size: 1827 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Multi Family
  • Year Built: 1905

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $9,875

Utilities

  • Water & Sewer: Public
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air, Ductless

Location

  • County: Middlesex

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$4,850
Cap Rate
1.8%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-19.5%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.29
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-14.8%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$1,299,999
Amount financed:
-$1,039,999
Down payment:
$260,000
Closing costs:
$39,000
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$299,000
Square feet:
2,992
Cost per square foot:
$434
Monthly rent per square foot:
$1.34

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$1,039,999
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
6.810%
Principal & interest:
$6,787
Property tax:
$823
Insurance:
$280
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$7,890

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$4,000 $48,000
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$240 -$2,880
Operating income:
$3,760 $45,120

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (21%)
21%-$823-$9,875
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$280-$3,360
Property management: (8%)
8%-$320-$3,840
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$200-$2,400
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$200-$2,400
HOA fees: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Total operating expenses: (46%)
46%-$1,823-$21,875

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$1,937 $23,244
Mortgage payments:
-$6,787 -$81,444
Cash flow:
$4,850 $58,200