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Property Description
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.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 59R Ellery St
General
- Sold For: $2,399,000
- Taxes: $16,264 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MLSPin
- MLS ID: 73502504
- Added to Site: 79 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 12
- Interior Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Bathroom
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Main - Full Baths: 4
- Bathroom 1: Tiled Bathroom with Shower Stall, Stone/Ceramic Tile Flooring, 7.67 x 6.92, First, 53 Sq. Ft.
- Bathroom 2: Full Bathroom, Tiled Bathroom with Tub and Shower, S, 6.42 x 9.75, First, 62 Sq. Ft.
- Bathroom 3: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, 6.42 x 9.67, Second, 62 Sq. Ft.
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 6
- Primary Bedroom: Yes, 13.33 x 13.33, Main, First, 177 Sq. Ft.
- Bedroom 2: Closet, Hardwood Flooring, Bay/Bow/Box Window(s), Lighting - Overhead, 13.00 x 12.25, First, 159 Sq. Ft.
- Bedroom 3: Hardwood Flooring, Bay/Bow/Box Window(s), Lighting - Overhead, 12.75 x 12.42, Second, 158 Sq. Ft.
- Bedroom 4: Closet, Hardwood Flooring, Bay/Bow/Box Window(s), Lighting - Overhead, 13.83 x 14.67, Second, 202 Sq. Ft.
Other Rooms
- Living Room: Hardwood Flooring, Bay/Bow/Box Window(s), Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding, 13.67 x 12.00, Main, First, 164 Sq. Ft.
- Family Room: Hardwood Flooring, Bay/Bow/Box Window(s), Open Floorplan, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding, 13.83 x 17.75, Second, 245 Sq. Ft.
- Kitchen: Wood/Coal/Pellet Stove, Custom-Built Closet/Cabinets, Hardwood Flooring, Bay/Bow/Box Window(s), Dining Area, Stone/Granite/Solid Countertops, Upgraded Countertops, Kitchen Island, Upgraded Cabinets, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove, Lighting - Pendant, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding, 14.08 x 17.67, Main, First, 248 Sq. Ft.
- Dining Room: Hardwood Flooring, Bay/Bow/Box Window(s), Open Floorplan, Remodeled, Lighting - Pendant, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding, 13.67 x 14.58, Main, First, 199 Sq. Ft.
- Laundry: First Floor
Additional Information
- Year Round: Yes
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Porch, Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Fenced Yard, Garden
- Color: Gray
Location
- Area: Mid Cambridge
- County: Middlesex
- Driving Directions: From Broadway, turn onto Ellery Street. The property is set back from the street toward the rear.
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air, Ductless
- Cooling Zones: 6
- Heating Type: Hot Water, Ductless
- Heating Fuel: Hot Water, Ductless
- Heating Zones: 6
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Connection for Gas Range
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Victorian, Queen Anne
- Exterior Const.: Frame
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Full, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Unfinished
- Roof: Rubber
- Square Feet: 2,874
- Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
- Living Area: 2,874 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1916
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.16
- Lot Dimensions: .16
- Frontage: Public
- Street/Road Desc.: Paved
- Fence: Yes
- Lot Features: Easements, Level
- Fencing (Description): Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $834.73
- Tax Amount: $16,264
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Disclosures/Rstr.: Seller makes no representations or warranties. Seller has not occupied the property for a few years. PROPERTY BEING SOLD AS IS. Offers due Tuesday 21st @ 12pm.
- Property ID: M:00135 L:00085, 409059
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Schools
Schools serving 59R Ellery St
School District:Cambridge School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
John M. Tobin Montessori School 359 Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02139 | PK-5 | 0.4 mi |
Martin Luther King, Jr. School 102 Putnam Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02139 | PK-5 | 0.4 mi |
Cambridgeport School 89 Elm Street, Cambridge, MA 02139 | PK-5 | 0.7 mi |
Putnam Avenue Upper School 100 Putnam Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02139 | 6-8 | 0.4 mi |
Cambridge Street Upper School 840 Cambridge Street, Cambridge, MA 02141 | 6-8 | 1 mi |
Vassal Lane Upper School 158 Spring Street, Cambridge, MA 02141 | 6-8 | 1.2 mi |
Cambridge Rindge and Latin School 459 Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02138 | 9-12 | 0.1 mi |
The Amigos School 15 Upton Street, Cambridge, MA 02139 | PK-8 | 0.7 mi |
Maria L. Baldwin School 85 Oxford Street, Cambridge, MA 02138 | PK-5 | 0.8 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 59R Ellery St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/23/2026
Sold
$2,399,000
—
MLS
5/04/2026
Price Reduced
$2,399,000
-14.32%
MLS
4/15/2026
Listed
$2,799,999
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
59-R Ellery St, Cambridge, MA 02138 (MLS# 73502504) is a Single Family property that was sold at $2,399,000 on June 23, 2026. This property was listed by Gabrielle Russo from our Boston-Back Bay Office.Want to learn more about 59-R Ellery St? 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.


