Prime location, great condition, and double-width driveway are the hallmarks of this large Philly-style 2-family. It is nestled between Davis and Ball Squares, across from the popular Brown School, and walkable to 2 Red Line and 2 GLX stations, the commuter rail, multiple bus lines, the bike/commuter path stretching from Boston to Bedford, and several parks. Unit 1 spans 2 levels, with LR (used as a bdrm), DR, kitchen, pantry, bdrm, and full bath on 1st level and a bdrm with direct access to private deck on the 2nd fl. Unit 1 has front and back porches and access to backyard. Unit 2 occupies the upper 2 floors, with LR, DR, kitchen, pantry, private front and back decks, and full bath on the main level and 4 bedrooms on the top fl. The yard has room for entertaining and playing, and the driveway accommodates 2-3 rows of cars parked side by side. The systems, 1 washer, and 2 dryers are in the unfinished basement. Ideally suited for owner occupancy or rental. Nr universities, airport, hwy
| Units | 2 |
| Living area | 3,018 sqft |
| Lot size | 3,920 sqft |
| Year built | 1905 |
| Price / sqft | $529 |
| County | Middlesex |
| MLS # | 73529822 |
| Days on market | 4 days |
| Listed on | June 3, 2026 |
| Annual property tax | $13,969 |
| Tax year | 2026 |
| Assessed value | $1,272,200 |
| Zoning | NR |
| Gross income (actual) | $42,000/yr |
| Net operating income (actual) | $42,000/yr |
| Total actual rent | $3,500/mo |
| Stories | 4 |
| Total rooms | 11 |
| Lot size | 0.09 acres |
| Garage spaces | 0 |
| Parking spaces | 6 |
| Parking | Off Street, Paved |
| Basement | Full, Interior Entry, Unfinished |
| Foundation | Stone, Brick/Mortar |
| Roof | Shingle |
| Flooring | Wood, Tile, Stone/Ceramic Tile |
| Heating | Hot Water, Natural Gas, Forced Air, Oil |
| Cooling | None |
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| Water | Public |
| Appliances | Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator |
Listing courtesy of Thalia Tringo & Associates Real Estate, Inc. — Thalia C. Tringo. Listing data © MLS PIN.
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It is a 2-unit multi-family property with 3,018 sqft of living area, built in 1905.
188 Willow Ave., Somerville MA 02144 has been listed for 4 days (since June 3, 2026).
Annual property taxes are $13,969 (2026), on an assessed value of $1,272,200.
At $1,595,000 for 3,018 sqft, that's about $529 per square foot.
6 total parking spaces (off street, paved).
188 Willow Ave., Somerville MA 02144 is in Somerville, Middlesex County, MA 02144.