Two family located in West Somerville with a short walk to Tufts University. Easy access to Rt 16, RT 2, & 93. Second floor is Bright & Sunny with 6 rooms 3 bedrooms and renovated bathroom. Nice kitchen with granite counters and new SS appliances. Updated heat & electric with newer replacement windows. Wall to Wall carpets with hardwood floors under the carpets. Additional porches at the front and back. Nice brick paver patio. Bonus 3 car off street parking. Convenient to the Green Line, providing easy access to Boston and beyond. Trendy restaurants and shops are also nearby in Teele Square & Davis Square.Tenants responsible for cleaning snow during winter for their unit's parking.
- MA
- Somerville
- 02144
- 8 Fairfax Street 2
- MLS# 73453831
- Date Listed11/12/2025
- Days on Realty 13 Days
- Bedrooms 3
- Bathrooms 1 Full baths
- Lot Size -
- County Middlesex
- Year Built 1920
- Square Feet 1,160 sq. ft
- Price Per Sq. Ft $2.59
Interior Features
- Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Cooling None
- Heating Natural Gas
Exterior / Lot Features
- Roof -
- Lot Size Acres -
- Lot Size SQFT -
- Lot Features -
Directions
North St to Fairfax
Financial Considerations
Nearby Schools
Source: School Digger
West Somerville Neighborhood School
Public • PK - 8 • Serves this home
0.12 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 6 • Serves this home
1.59 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
2.97 mi
Distance
West Somerville Neighborhood School
Public • PK - 8 • Serves this home
0.12 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 5
0.92 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 5
2.09 mi
Distance
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
Public • PK - 6
2.09 mi
Distance
John J Mcglynn Elementary School
Public • PK - 5
2.12 mi
Distance
John F. Kennedy Elementary School
Public • PK - 8
2.18 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 5
2.31 mi
Distance
Public • PK - PK
2.33 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 5
3.47 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 4
3.71 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 6 • Serves this home
1.59 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
2.09 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
2.12 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
2.12 mi
Distance
Public • 7 - 8
2.97 mi
Distance
Winthrop L Chenery Middle School
Public • 5 - 8
3.71 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
3.91 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
3.93 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
4.32 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
4.99 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
1.75 mi
Distance
Medford Vocational Technical High School
Public • 9 - 12
1.92 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
1.92 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
2.5 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
2.97 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
3.54 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
3.71 mi
Distance
Cambridge Rindge And Latin School
Public • 9 - 12
4.32 mi
Distance
Public • 10 - UG
4.6 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
5 mi
Distance
International School Of Boston
Private • PK - 12
1.09 mi
Distance
Private • 09 - 12
1.09 mi
Distance
Arlington Catholic High School
Private • 09 - 12
1.83 mi
Distance
Private • UG - UG
3.15 mi
Distance
Private • 07 - 12
3.8 mi
Distance
Buckingham Browne & Nichols School
Private • PK - 12
4.18 mi
Distance
German International School Boston
Private • PK - 12
5.16 mi
Distance
Private • 06 - 12
5.4 mi
Distance
Waldorf High School Of Massachusetts Bay
Private • 09 - 12
5.49 mi
Distance
Private • 07 - 12
5.49 mi
Distance
Sales & Tax History
Source: Public Records
| Street Address | Beds | Baths | Sold Date | List Price | Valuation Date | Valuation Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36 Pleasant View Road | Listing | 5 | 5 | Nov 19, 2025 | $1,675,000 | Mar 21, 2024 | $1,638,500 |
| 6 Wolcott St | 4 | 1 | Nov 03, 2025 | $800,000 | Nov 25, 2025 | - |
| 43 Brunswick Rd | 4 | 4 | Nov 11, 2025 | $1,275,000 | Nov 25, 2025 | - |
| 211 Arlington St | 3 | 2 | Nov 04, 2025 | $744,500 | Nov 25, 2025 | - |
| 11 Windermere Park | 4 | 3 | Nov 01, 2025 | $1,349,000 | Nov 25, 2025 | - |
| 79 Hutchins Rd | 3 | 3 | Oct 03, 2025 | $1,199,900 | Nov 25, 2025 | - |
| 21 College Hill Rd | 6 | 3 | Oct 01, 2025 | $1,500,000 | Nov 25, 2025 | - |
| 18 Carolina St | 3 | 3 | Oct 10, 2025 | $950,000 | Nov 25, 2025 | - |
| 12 Temple Street | 5 | 3 | Oct 10, 2025 | $999,000 | Nov 25, 2025 | - |
| 89 Woburn Street | 3 | 3 | Oct 03, 2025 | $949,000 | Nov 25, 2025 | - |
Population & Environment
Source: Sperling's Best Places
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 25,598 | 82,832 | 1,645,166 | 335,858,263 |
| Population Density | 23,659 | 20,121 | 2,012 | 95 |
| People per Household | 2.2 | 2.3 | 2.5 | 2.6 |
| Median Age | 37.5 | 38.1 | 41.5 | 39.1 |
| Median Income | $121,175 | $104,961 | $107,759 | $66,222 |
| Average Income | $65,462 | $54,207 | $55,878 | $35,475 |
| Cost of Living Index | 97 | 100 | 111 | 100 |
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January Avg. High Temp | 22.1°F | 22.1°F | 15.7°F | 22.6°F |
| July Avg. High Temp | 82.2°F | 82.2°F | 82.7°F | 86.2°F |
| Annual Precipitation | 42.53" | 42.53" | 46.95" | 38" |
79/100
Very Walkable
Walk Score ®
68/100
Good Transit
Transit Score ®
84/100
Very Bikeable
Bike Score ®
Overview
Most errands can be accomplished on foot. Many nearby public transportation options. Biking is convenient for most trips.Transit Summary
24 nearby routes: 20 bus, 4 rail, 0 other
Walkability averages in the surrounding area
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 62/100, Transit Score: 46/100, Bike Score: 62/100.
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Frequently Asked Questions for 8 Fairfax Street 2
Source: Realty.com
8 Fairfax Street 2, Somerville, MA 02144 is a , Residential Lease property listed for $3,000 The property is 1160 sq. ft with 3 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms
Realty.com has 20 photos of 8 Fairfax Street 2.
Our records indicate that 8 Fairfax Street 2 was built in 1920.
The full address for this home is 8 Fairfax Street 2, Somerville, MA 02144.
8 Fairfax Street 2 has been listed on Realty.com since Wed November 12, 2025
Most errands can be accomplished on foot. Many nearby public transportation options. Biking is convenient for most trips.
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 62/100, Transit Score: 46/100, Bike Score: 62/100.
There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 8 Fairfax Street 2. West Somerville Neighborhood School (Grades: PK - 8), Gibbs School (Grades: 6 - 6), Somerville High School (Grades: 9 - 12)
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