Rare opportunity to acquire a distinctive property currently used as a church in Somerville's vibrant Union Square neighborhood. Set on an approximately 3,400-square-foot parcel, this two-story building contains approximately 3,068 square feet of gross building area, according to municipal records. The property presents an exciting opportunity for a congregation, religious organization, community-oriented institution, creative user, or visionary buyer seeking a truly unique space in one of Somerville's most dynamic locations. Its established religious use and recognizable character provide a compelling foundation for continued church, institutional, or community use, while the NR-Neighborhood Residential-zoning opens the door to exploring additional possibilities. Somerville's zoning ordinance contemplates certain one-, two-, and three-unit residential building types within the NR district, creating intriguing potential for an adaptive reuse or residential transformation, subject to applicable requirements and approvals. Whether preserved as a place of worship, reimagined for a compatible community-focused purpose, or evaluated for a thoughtfully designed residential concept, 26 Mansfield Street offers a rare combination of character, flexibility, and location. Conveniently positioned near Union Square's restaurants, neighborhood businesses, public transportation, and the Green Line Extension, this is an exceptional opportunity to establish a lasting presence in a well-connected and continually evolving Somerville neighborhood.
| MLS # | 73568102 |
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| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Active |
| Year | 1910 |
| Days On Site | 36 |
| Listing Provided By | Realty ONE Group Nest | Jose Frias |
| SQ Feet | 2,020 |
|---|---|
| Zoning | NR |
| Acreage | 0.08 |
| Roof | Asphalt/Composition Shingles |
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| Utilities | Public Water, Public Sewer |
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| Tax Annual Amount | 6568.23 |
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| Tax Year | 2026 |
| Senior Community Yes / No | No |
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| State | MA |
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| County | Middlesex |
| City | Somerville |
| Zip Code | 02143 |
| Area | Middlesex |
| Listing VS Median (in 02143) | |
Price: $950,000 low | high Med: $6,900 sqft: 2,020 low | high Med: 3,000 $ / sqft: $470 low | high Med: $2 On site: 36 low | high Med: 51 | |
| State | MA |
|---|---|
| County | Middlesex |
| City | Somerville |
| Zip Code | 02143 |
| Area | Middlesex |
| Listing VS Median (in 02143) | |
Price: $950,000 low | high Med: $6,900 sqft: 2,020 low | high Med: 3,000 $ / sqft: $470 low | high Med: $2 On site: 36 low | high Med: 51 | |
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