Attention investors, developers, and house-hackers: Rare East Somerville value-add multi-family delivered 100% vacant! This is a standout opportunity in one of Greater Boston's highest-demand real estate markets. Located at 17 Rush Street, this traditional two-family home features nearly 2,100 sq ft of living space across three flexible levels. Offered fully vacant at closing, this property represents a clean slate ready for an ambitious owner-occupant, condo-conversion developer, or long-term buy-and-hold investor looking to build immediate sweat equity. [PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS & CHARACTER] The building retains high-value architectural details that serve as an incredible foundation for a modern overhaul, including high ceilings, deep bay window nooks, abundant natural light, original hardwood floors, ceiling medallions, wide classic casing, and flexible front-to-back floor plans. [CURRENT LAYOUT CONFIGURATION] Unit 1 (First Floor) features a 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom footprint with a large formal living room or dining space, eat-in kitchen area, and private rear entry. Unit 2 (Second and Third Floors) spans two levels offering 3-4 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, expansive living or dining spaces, an oversized kitchen, plus walk-in storage and closet areas on the top floor. (Note: Public record lists property as 5 bed / 2 bath; buyer to verify all potential layout configurations and room counts). [LOCATION & AMENITIES] Commuters and future tenants will love the convenience of rare off-street driveway parking included with the property. Enjoy rapid access to the MBTA East Somerville Green Line Extension and Sullivan Square Orange Line, along with close proximity to Assembly Row, Union Square, Broadway dining and retail, I-93, Cambridge, and downtown Boston. Bring your general contractor, architect, and design vision. Opportunities like this in East Somerville are exceedingly rare.
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Last Checked: September 16th, 2026 at 12:38pm (Source: MLS PIN #73575128)
Gross Income: $0
Gross Expenses: $7,536
Net Income Calc: $7,536
Annual Expenses for 17 Rush St., Somerville MA 02145
Total Gross Expenses (Calculated)$7,536/year
APOD AvailableNo
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Real Estate Tax7536
Annual Income & Unit Breakdown for 17 Rush St., Somerville MA 02145
Total Gross Income (Calculated)$0
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Rental Income$0
LeaseN
Bedrooms1
Bathrooms1 Full
Floor1
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Rental Income$0
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Bedrooms3
Bathrooms1 Full
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General Information for 17 Rush St., Somerville MA 02145
Listing ID73575128
Property TypeMulti Family / 2 Family
Price849900 ($412.57/SqFt)
Style2 Family - 2 Units Up/down
CitySomerville
CountyMiddlesex
Neighborhood(s)
Approximate Living Area Total2060
Approximate Lot Size (Acres)0.04
Total Parking1
Garage Parking0
Year Built1880
Year Built SourcePublic Records
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WaterPublic
SewerPublic Sewer
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BasementFull
Construction Materials
Lot FeaturesGentle Sloping
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ZoningNR
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Living Area Includes BasementNo
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ExclusionsPersonal Belongings.
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Real Estate Taxes7536
Tax Year2026
Assessed Value$686,300
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