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Property Description
A rare opportunity to own one of Cambridge's most discreet yet storied residences. Tucked away just blocks from Harvard Yard, 103 Irving Street was once home to legendary chef Julia Child, whose iconic kitchen is now preserved at the Smithsonian. The gracious home with culinary pedigree has since been thoughtfully renovated for 21st century luxury living while retaining the architectural detail and grand scale of another era. Beautifully proportioned spaces lend themselves to both everyday living and elegant entertaining. Understated amenities abound, including a well-equipped butler's pantry that doubles as a caterer's kitchen, Poggenpohl cabinetry, gas fireplaces, a wine room, Lutron lighting, and powerful solar panel system. Outside, professionally landscaped irrigated grounds are complemented by an expansive brick patio framed by a stone wall. A wide porte cochére at the end of a long driveway provides sheltered parking. Rich in history and ideally situated near restaurants, performing arts, museums, and universities, this remarkable property is truly irreplaceable.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 103 Irving St
General
- Sold For: $6,525,000
- Taxes: $43,908 (2026)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MLSPin
- MLS ID: 73581659
- Added to Site: 51 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 11
- Interior Features: Bedroom
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 4
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 6
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Half Bathrooms: 2
- Main - Full Baths: 4
- Main - 1/2 Baths: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 6
- Primary Bedroom: Yes, Second
- Bedroom 2: Second
- Bedroom 3: Second
- Bedroom 4: Second
Other Rooms
- Living Room: First
- Family Room: First
- Kitchen: First
- Dining Room: First
- Laundry: In Basement
Additional Information
- Year Round: Yes
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Deck, Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard, Garden
Parking
- Total Spaces: 3
- Parking Features: Carport, Off Street
Location
- Area: Harvard Square
- County: Middlesex
- Driving Directions: Between Bryant Street and Scott Street.
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Cooling Zones: 4
- Heating Type: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Heating Fuel: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Heating Zones: 4
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Exterior Const.: Frame
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Full, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Sump Pump
- Roof: Shingle
- Square Feet: 6,321
- Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
- Living Area: 6,321 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1889
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.24
- Lot Dimensions: .24
- Frontage: Public
- Street/Road Desc.: Paved
- Fence: Yes
- Lot Features: Gentle Sloping
- Fencing (Description): Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Green Features
- Energy Generation: Solar
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $1,032.27
- Tax Amount: $43,908.04
- Tax Year: 2026
Disclosures and Reports
- Disclosures/Rstr.: Solar panels: 20-year Sungevity lease (2012–2032), paid in full by sellers.
- Property ID: 409809
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Schools
Schools serving 103 Irving St
School District:Cambridge School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Maria L. Baldwin School 85 Oxford Street, Cambridge, MA 02138 | PK-5 | 0.4 mi |
John M. Tobin Montessori School 359 Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02139 | PK-5 | 0.6 mi |
Martin Luther King, Jr. School 102 Putnam Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02139 | PK-5 | 0.8 mi |
Putnam Avenue Upper School 100 Putnam Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02139 | 6-8 | 0.8 mi |
Cambridge Street Upper School 840 Cambridge Street, Cambridge, MA 02141 | 6-8 | 1.1 mi |
Rindge Avenue Upper School 70 Rindge Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02140 | 6-8 | 1.3 mi |
Cambridge Rindge and Latin School 459 Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02138 | 9-12 | 0.3 mi |
Cambridgeport School 89 Elm Street, Cambridge, MA 02139 | PK-5 | 0.9 mi |
Fletcher/Maynard Academy 225 Windsor Street, Cambridge, MA 02139 | PK-5 | 1.1 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 103 Irving St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/29/2026
Sold
$6,525,000
0.77%
MLS
9/23/2026
Listed
$6,475,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
103 Irving Street, Cambridge, MA 02138 (MLS# 73581659) is a Single Family property that was sold at $6,525,000 on October 29, 2026. This property was listed by Gail Roberts, Ed Feijo & Team from our Cambridge Office.Want to learn more about 103 Irving Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Cambridge? You can browse all Cambridge real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

