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42 Franklin St, Medford, MA 02155

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Sale Pending

$999,900

6 beds • 3 baths • 1 half baths • 3,325 sqft

Estimated Payment

$ 5,858 /mo. †

6.65% APR for 30 yrs.
$8,676 in taxes
Change Loan Terms

  • Multi-Family (2-4 Units)
    Property type

  • $300.72
    Price per square foot

  • Over 50 Years Old
    Age

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Discover this exceptional and hard-to-find two-family home, this property offers immense potential for owner-occupants, investors, and developers alike. With side-by-side units and driveways on both sides it can accommodate multiple vehicles. Also features a full basement and an expansive fenced yard providing plenty of opportunity for outdoor use. Ideally situated with easy access to highways making commuting a breeze and not to mention this property is close to tufts university, medford square, parks, shopping, public transportation, and more.This home presents a rare opportunity to invest in a property with significant potential. Whether you re looking to live in one unit and rent out the other or explore future development possibilities, this location provides the perfect blend of convenience and charm. Don t miss out!
MLS# 73284859

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Property Features

  • Age
    Over 50 Years Old
  • Architecture Style
    Other
  • Lot Size
    0.2 Acres

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Monthly Payment Breakdown

  • Principle and Interest
    $5,135
  • Property Taxes
    $723
  • Hazard Insurance
    $0
  • Private Mortgage Insurance
    $0
  • HOA Dues
    $0
  • Total Monthly Payment:
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Schools

Mcglynn Elementary School

Grades PK-5 Public School

Medford, MA 02155 0.6 miles
3002 mystic valley pkwy

435 total students
11:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: C-

School Details

Andrews Middle School

Grades 6-8 Public School

Medford, MA 02155 0.5 miles
3000 mystic valley pkwy

453 total students
11:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: C

School Details

Mcglynn Middle School

Grades 6-8 Public School

Medford, MA 02155 0.7 miles
3004 mystic valley pkwy

440 total students
8:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: C-

School Details

Medford High School

Grades 9-12 Public School

Medford, MA 02155 1.5 miles
489 winthrop st

1261 total students
10:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: C

School Details
Other Nearby Schools Distance Type Grades School Rating
Roberts Elementary School 0.2 miles Public PK-5 C+
St Joseph Elementary School 0.8 miles Private KG-8
Curtis-tufts 1.1 miles Public 11-12
Columbus Elementary School 1.2 miles Public PK-5 C
Beebe 1.2 miles Public KG-8 C-
Arthur D Healey 1.5 miles Public PK-8 C-
Brooks Elementary School 1.5 miles Public PK-5 A-
Madeline English School 1.6 miles Public KG-8 D+
West Somerville Neighborhood 1.6 miles Public PK-8 C+
Benjamin G Brown 1.6 miles Public KG-5 B+
St Raphael School 1.8 miles Private PK-8
Cheverus Catholic School 1.8 miles Private PK-8
Winter Hill Community 1.8 miles Public PK-8 C
Malden High School 1.9 miles Public 9-12 D
The Cambridge Matignon School 2 miles Private 9-12
Thompson 2 miles Public KG-5 A-

Roberts Elementary School

Distance: 0.2 miles

Type Public

Grades: PK-5

C+

St Joseph Elementary School

Distance: 0.8 miles

Type Private

Grades: KG-8

Curtis-tufts

Distance: 1.1 miles

Type Public

Grades: 11-12

Columbus Elementary School

Distance: 1.2 miles

Type Public

Grades: PK-5

C

Beebe

Distance: 1.2 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-8

C-

Arthur D Healey

Distance: 1.5 miles

Type Public

Grades: PK-8

C-

Brooks Elementary School

Distance: 1.5 miles

Type Public

Grades: PK-5

A-

Madeline English School

Distance: 1.6 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-8

D+

West Somerville Neighborhood

Distance: 1.6 miles

Type Public

Grades: PK-8

C+

Benjamin G Brown

Distance: 1.6 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-5

B+

St Raphael School

Distance: 1.8 miles

Type Private

Grades: PK-8

Cheverus Catholic School

Distance: 1.8 miles

Type Private

Grades: PK-8

Winter Hill Community

Distance: 1.8 miles

Type Public

Grades: PK-8

C

Malden High School

Distance: 1.9 miles

Type Public

Grades: 9-12

D

The Cambridge Matignon School

Distance: 2 miles

Type Private

Grades: 9-12

Thompson

Distance: 2 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-5

A-

School information does not guarantee enrollment. School service boundaries are provided as a reference only, may change, and are not guaranteed to be accurate. Contact the school district directly to verify school enrollment eligibility.

Local area information for Medford, MA 02155

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Medford, MA 02155

This community’s employment is highest in the administrative support and education industries. The area’s overall household expenses are above the national average.

82° July
Hottest Average Month
19° January
Coldest Average Month
24,801 Total Households in Area
-1.7% Increase in population since the year 2010
20.6%
of households
have children
27 minutes
Median Commute Time

Household Expenses vs National Average

This location’s average annual expenditures by category compared to the national average. Index score (100=National Average)

Demographic facts
for Medford, MA 02155

Medford, MA 02155 has a population of 59,092 people in 24,801 households with a median age of 38.1 years old.

-1.7%
Decrease in population
since the year 2010
Population is Trending down
24,310
Total households as of 2010
6.3%
projected percent change in total
households in 5 years

Community Population By Age

The median age for this area is 38.1 years old. The smallest percentage group is 25-34 years and the largest percentage is the 85+ years age range.

Community Population By Ethnicity

White 66%
Asian 12%
Black 8%
Hispanic 6%
Other 4%
Native American <1%
The most prevalent ethnicity is White at 66%, followed by Asian at 12%, Black at 8%, and Hispanic at 6%.

Economics
for Medford, MA 02155

6,824 /sq mi
Population Density
$109,187 /yr
Median Household Income
$790,000
Median Sales Price
27 min
Median Commute Time

Household Expenses vs National Average

This location’s average annual expenditures by category compared to the national average. Index score (100=National Average)

Household by Income

Out of the households in this area, the largest income group is Over $200k representing 20.36% of the households.

Transportation to Work

  • Drive 61%
  • Public Transit 16%
  • Work from Home 16%
  • Walk or Bike 8%

Occupancy by Type

Owned 13,394 51%
Rented 11,408 44%
Vacant 1,290 5%

White vs Blue Collar Jobs







White Collar 89%
Blue Collar 11%

Family & Education Facts
for Medford, MA 02155

38.1 Median Age

Average Household Size

2.3
persons per
household

40.2%

Married Households

Community Population By Education

Bachelors Degree 31%
Graduate Degree 26%
High School Graduate 20%
Some College 11%
Some High School 6%
Associates Degree 6%
Of the total people surveyed, the most prevalent educational attainment level is Bachelors Degree, representing 30.86% of the population.

Household Family Expenses vs National Average

This location’s average annual expenditures compared to the national average. Index score (100=National Average)
20.6% of households have children

Weather
for Medford, MA 02155

The weather for this area ranges from a high of 82° F in July to a low of 19° F in January

82° July
Hottest Average Month
19° January
Coldest Average Month

Average Temperature by Month

Low (°F)
High (°F)
Jan
19°
36°
Feb
20°
38°
Mar
28°
46°
Apr
37°
57°
May
47°
68°
Jun
56°
77°
Jul
62°
82°
Aug
61°
80°
Sep
53°
73°
Oct
43°
63°
Nov
34°
51°
Dec
24°
40°

Average Temperature in Degrees Fahrenheit

Precipitation

Precipitation (inch)

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This information is provided for general informational purposes only and should not be relied on in making any home-buying decisions. School information does not guarantee enrollment. Contact a local real estate professional or the school district(s) for current information on schools. This information is not intended for use in determining a person's eligibility to attend a school or to use or benefit from other city, town or local services.

† Based on a 30-year fixed rate of 3.38% with 20% down. The estimated payment is offered for convenience and is not an offer of credit. Due to market fluctuations, interest rates are subject to change at any time and without notice. Interest rates are also subject to credit and property approval based on secondary market guidelines. The rates shown are based on average rates for our best qualified customers. Your individual rate may vary. Rates may differ for FHA, VA or jumbo loans.

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