49 Porter St, Somerville, MA, 02143
About This Home
Located in Somerville’s desirable Spring Hill neighborhood, this property offers strong urban living and investment potential. Ideally situated between Porter and Davis Squares with a 91 Walk Score, it provides convenient access to the MBTA Red Line, Commuter Rail, local shops, dining, and nearby universities including Harvard, Lesley, and Tufts. The home features generous layouts, high ceilings, original hardwood floors, and abundant natural light throughout. Outdoor amenities include multiple private decks and a shared yard, offering flexible options for relaxation or entertaining. Well-maintained and move-in ready, the property also presents value add potential for investors seeking to enhance equity and rental income. Classic three deck configuration with a functional layout well suited for both owner occupants and investment use. Q1 2026 market data indicates strong upward pressure on rental rates in the 02143 zip code, reinforcing capitalization rate potential.
Getting Around
Walker's Paradise
Excellent Transit
Very BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Materials
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
Type & Style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subType: 3 Family - 3 Units Up/Down
Interior
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Unfinished
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 12
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Features
- Flooring: Wood
- Finished area above ground: 4,110
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 4,110
- Total interior livable area: 4,110 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 752883
- Zoning: NR
Features
- Exterior features: Balcony
Lot
- Lot size: 3,948 sqft
- Features: Other
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Off Street
- Uncovered spaces: 2
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 | $12,115 | $145,380 |
| Home Insurance * | $485 | $5,820 |
| Property Taxes | $2,145 | $25,740 |
| Electricity | $810 | $9,725 |
| Total | $15,555 | $186,660 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Massachusetts FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-05 | Listed for sale | $2,396,000 |
| 2025-06-15 | Listing removed | $4,250 |
| 2025-06-09 | Listed for rent | $4,250 |
| 2025-05-29 | Listing removed | $4,000 |
| 2025-05-22 | Price change | $4,000 |
| 2025-04-24 | Price change | $4,200 |
| 2025-04-11 | Listed for rent | $4,300 |
| 2020-05-14 | Listing removed | $4,000 |
| 2020-03-22 | Listed for rent | $4,000 |
| 2017-08-03 | Listing removed | $3,900 |
| 2017-06-29 | Listed for rent | $3,900 |
| 2016-12-23 | Listing removed | $1,600,000 |
| 2016-12-09 | Pending sale | $1,600,000 |
| 2016-11-30 | Listed for sale | $1,600,000 |
| 2016-07-01 | Listing removed | $3,650 |
| 2015-08-10 | Listing removed | $3,750 |
| 2015-07-14 | Price change | $3,750 |
| 2015-06-10 | Price change | $3,900 |
| 2015-04-24 | Price change | $3,950 |
| 2015-04-15 | Listed for rent | $4,050 |
| 2011-08-04 | Listing removed | $3,050 |
| 2011-07-24 | Price change | $3,050 |
| 2011-07-12 | Price change | $3,100 |
| 2011-06-28 | Price change | $3,150 |
| 2011-06-21 | Listed for rent | $3,250 |
| 2007-04-13 | Sold | $684,250 |
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