
638 Mystic Ave Somerville — Photo 1 of 10
Beds
2
Baths
1
SqFt
1,327
Style
Single Family
Built
1910
**RARE SOMERVILLE SINGLE-FAMILY — 2 BEDROOMS / 1 BATH — RENOVATION OPPORTUNITY**Welcome to 638 Mystic Ave, a rare opportunity to own a single-family home in Somerville. This approximately 1,300+ sq. ft. home offers 2 bedrooms, 1 full bath, and a basement, with excellent potential for an owner-occupant, investor, or buyer looking to renovate and create a home of their own.The property is being offered **as-is** and will require updating, including a new kitchen, Need to Update bathroom, and flooring. Overall GREAT house with Solid Gas Heating / HotWater and Electric Systems . The basement provides additional storage space, Laundry and utility area.Street parking is available by permit.Located in Somerville with convenient access to Medford, Boston, Route 93, public transportation, shopping, restaurants, and area amenities.**Property highlights:**• Single-family home• 2 bedrooms• 1 full bathroom• Approximately 1,300+ sq. ft.• Basement• Street parking by permit• Renovation opportunity• Sold strictly as-is**Bring your contractor and your vision.** This is an opportunity to purchase a single-family home in Somerville and renovate it to your specifications.**Showings by appointment.**
Market Value Analysis
* Analysis is based on 22 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Somerville, MA.
Property Details
Financials
Parking
Interior Specifications
Climate & Utilities
Building & Exterior
Property & Lot
Amenities & Appliances
Gas Water Heater • Water Heater • ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer • ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer
Neighborhood
Public Transportation • Shopping • Park • Walk/Jog Trails • Medical Facility • Laundromat
Geography
Population
27,495
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)
Median Household Income
$124K
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)
Renter-Occupied Homes
64.4%
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)
New Construction Permits — Middlesex County
2,698 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (+3% vs the prior 12 months) — 1,713 in 5+ unit buildings
U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jul '26)
ADU Potential
Massachusetts allows one accessory dwelling unit by right in single-family zoning districts statewide (M.G.L. c. 40A §3; 760 CMR 71.00, effective Feb 2025). Estimated maximum ADU size for this property: 664 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 1,327 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 1,484 sq ft.
Based on listing data, which indicates the property type — not the zoning district. Local dimensional, septic (Title 5), and historic-district requirements still apply. Not legal advice — verify with the municipality.
Listing Agent: Darin Thompson
Listing Office: Stuart St James, Inc.
MLS® Number: 73573168
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