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  • Active
  • Multi-Family
  • 2 Units
  • 5 Total Beds
  • 0.09 Acres
  • 2 Car Garage
  • Updated 44 minutes ago

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7-9 Illinois Ave,Somerville, MA 02145

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    7-9 Illinois Ave,Somerville, MA 02145
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Rare East Somerville two-family in a prime location, just steps from Broadway and within walking distance to Assembly Row and Sullivan Square! A standout opportunity for investors, developers, contractors or owner-occupants looking to create value in one of the city's most convenient neighborhoods. A Somerville rarity, ample off-street parking for approx. 6 cars, plus a detached 2-car garage! Two residential units offer flexible layouts and bonus space, while the spacious basement with an existing full bathroom adds even more potential. Renovate over time, hold as an investment, or explore future development possibilities. Easy access to the Orange Line, I-93, Boston, shopping, dining and everything Assembly has to offer. Currently tenanted and to be delivered vacant. Property sold as-is. Buyer/buyer's agent to perform due diligence regarding condition, zoning, permitted uses and future development.

Full Property Details for 79 Illinois Ave

General

  • Price: $1,149,000
  • Taxes: $11,241 (2026)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Multi-Family
  • MLS ID: 73568610
  • Updated: Today (8/26/2026)
  • Added to Site: Today

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 5

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Paved Drive, Paved

Location

  • County: Middlesex

Structural Information

  • Basement: Yes
  • Stories/Levels: 3
  • Square Feet: 2,320
  • Year Built: 1913

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.09

Financial Considerations

  • Tax Amount: $11,241
  • Tax Year: 2026

Disclosures and Reports

  • Disclosures/Rstr.: Property sold AS-IS Seller/Seller's Agent makes no warranties or guarantees. Buyers/ Buyers Agent to complete their own due diligence.
  • Property ID: M:0089 B:000G L:0015

Listed by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate, Monica Cordova

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  • Monica Cordova

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate

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Schools serving 79 Illinois Ave

School District:Somerville School District
NameGradesDistance
E Somerville Community
50 Cross Street, Somerville, MA 02145
K-80.3 mi
Capuano Early Childhood Center
150 Glen Street, Somerville, MA 02145
PK-K0.5 mi
Arthur D. Healey School
5 Meacham Street, Somerville, MA 02145
K-80.9 mi
Somerville High School
81 Highland Avenue, Somerville, MA 02143
9-120.7 mi
Winter Hill Community School
115 Sycamore Street, Somerville, MA 02145
PK-80.9 mi
Albert F. Argenziano School At Lincoln Park
290 Washington Street, Somerville, MA 02143
PK-81.1 mi
Benjamin G. Brown School
201 Willow Avenue, Somerville, MA 02144
K-61.7 mi
John F. Kennedy Elementary School, Somerville, MA
5 Cherry Street, Somerville, MA 02144
PK-81.7 mi
West Somerville Neighborhood School
177 Powder House Boulevard, Somerville, MA 02144
PK-82.6 mi
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Price & Sales History for 79 Illinois Ave Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Details
Price
Change
Source
8/26/2026
Listed
$1,149,000
155.33%
MLS
7/20/2015
Sold
$450,000
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Tax History for 79 Illinois Ave

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$10,396
6%
$952,900
2%
2024
$9,787
2%
$930,300
1%
2023
$9,549
8%
$923,500
7%
2022
$8,807
3%
$865,100
3%
2021
$8,540
4%
$838,100
3%
2020
$8,200
13%
$812,700
20%
2019
$7,283
11%
$676,900
16%
2018
$6,582
4%
$582,000
7%
2017
$6,324
8%
$541,900
16%
2016
$5,868
1%
$468,300
1%
2015
$5,835
11%
$462,700
11%
2014
$5,265
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$415,900
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7-9 Illinois Ave, Somerville, MA 02145 (MLS# 73568610) is a Multi-Family property with 2 units containing 5 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 7-9 Illinois Ave is currently listed for $1,149,000 and was received on August 26, 2026. Want to learn more about 7-9 Illinois Ave? Do you have questions about finding other Multi-Family real estate for sale in East Somerville? You can browse all East Somerville real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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