59 Ellery St Unit R Cambridge, MA 02138
Mid-Cambridge NeighborhoodEstimated payment $16,098/month
Highlights
- Medical Services
- Open Floorplan
- Landscaped Professionally
- 0.16 Acre Lot
- Custom Closet System
- 1-minute walk to Joan Lorentz Park
About This Home
A rare Cambridge gem! Tucked away on a quiet side street, 59-R Ellery Street offers the perfect single-family alternative in a prime Cambridge location with exceptional outdoor space. Enjoy an oversized private backyard..ideal for gardening, gatherings, and a grand patio perfect for effortless entertaining. Renovated in 2019, the home features an open and seamless layout with hardwood floors throughout, a spacious kitchen with stainless steel appliances, and custom built-ins surrounding a cozy gas fireplace. The main level offers a generous primary suite with ensuite bath, walk-in closet, built-in storage, and first-floor washer/dryer. Upstairs features two additional bedrooms, a full bathroom, and flexible living or office space. Legally a two-family, the layout allows for rental income potential with separate entrance and yard space, or the opportunity to reconfigure and expand into a larger single-family residence. Endless possibilities just moments to Harvard, Inman, Central Sq.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $16,264
Year Built
- Built in 1916 | Remodeled
Lot Details
- 6,885 Sq Ft Lot
- Fenced Yard
- Landscaped Professionally
- Level Lot
- Sprinkler System
- Garden
- Property is zoned C-1
Home Design
- Victorian Architecture
- Queen Anne Architecture
- Frame Construction
- Rubber Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 2,874 Sq Ft Home
- Open Floorplan
- Crown Molding
- Ceiling Fan
- Recessed Lighting
- Decorative Lighting
- Light Fixtures
- 1 Fireplace
- Bay Window
- Dining Area
Kitchen
- Stove
- Range
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Kitchen Island
- Solid Surface Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 6 Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom on Main
- Custom Closet System
- Walk-In Closet
- 4 Full Bathrooms
- Bathtub with Shower
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Unfinished Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Interior Basement Entry
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Rain Gutters
- Porch
Location
- Property is near public transit and schools
Utilities
- Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
- Central Air
- 6 Cooling Zones
- 6 Heating Zones
- Pellet Stove burns compressed wood to generate heat
- Hot Water Heating System
- 200+ Amp Service
- Tankless Water Heater
- Gas Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 00085
- Assessor Parcel Number M:00135 L:00085,409059
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
Amenities
- Medical Services
- Shops
- Coin Laundry
Recreation
- Tennis Courts
- Park
- Jogging Path
- Bike Trail
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $16,264 | $2,561,200 | $1,136,600 | $1,424,600 |
| 2024 | $15,135 | $2,556,600 | $1,185,100 | $1,371,500 |
| 2023 | $14,125 | $2,410,400 | $1,207,400 | $1,203,000 |
| 2022 | $13,213 | $2,231,900 | $1,169,900 | $1,062,000 |
| 2021 | $12,220 | $2,088,900 | $1,090,400 | $998,500 |
| 2020 | $10,122 | $1,760,300 | $1,068,800 | $691,500 |
| 2019 | $8,887 | $1,496,100 | $938,800 | $557,300 |
| 2018 | $8,481 | $1,348,300 | $848,600 | $499,700 |
| 2017 | $8,636 | $1,330,600 | $830,500 | $500,100 |
| 2016 | $8,125 | $1,162,400 | $696,900 | $465,500 |
| 2015 | $7,949 | $1,016,500 | $603,000 | $413,500 |
| 2014 | $7,462 | $890,400 | $520,000 | $370,400 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/15/2026 04/15/26 | For Sale | $2,799,999 | -- | $974 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $490,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $490,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $285,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $285,000 | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $474,000 | No Value Available | |
| Closed | $71,500 | No Value Available |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73502504
APN: CAMB-000135-000000-000085
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