78 Marshall St, Medford, MA, 02155
About This Home
Rare opportunity to reimagine this corner-lot two-family property in one of Medford's most sought-after locations! Ideal for investors, developers, contractors, or owner-occupants looking to build equity, this property is ready for a complete transformation. Unit 1 offers a 5-room, 1-bedroom layout, while Unit 2 features 4 bedrooms, a spacious living room, dining room, kitchen, and pantry. Additional highlights include a full basement with approximately 7-foot ceilings and a detached garage. Unbeatable location just moments from Tufts University, the Green Line Extension, Whole Foods, neighborhood shops, restaurants, and everything vibrant Medford has to offer. Bring your vision and unlock the incredible potential this property offers. Buyer to perform all due diligence regarding future use and development potential.
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Good Transit
Very BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Materials
- Foundation: Other
- Roof: Shingle
- Construction materials: Frame
Type & Style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subType: Multi Family
Interior
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Features
- Finished area above ground: 2,788
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,788
- Total interior livable area: 2,788 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 640744
- Zoning: xxx
- Foundation area: 999
Features
- Patio & porch: Covered
Lot
- Lot size: 4,651 sqft
- Features: Corner Lot
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Paved Drive,Off Street
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Covered spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Massachusetts Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $5,450 | $65,400 |
| Home Insurance * | $233 | $2,796 |
| Property Taxes | $747 | $8,964 |
| Electricity | $549 | $6,597 |
| Total | $6,979 | $83,748 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Massachusetts FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-10 | Pending sale | $1,078,000 |
| 2026-07-06 | Listed for sale | $1,078,000 |
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