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13 Mellen Street, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138
$2,700,000
Est. $14,686/month
9
Beds
13.5
Baths
5,086
Sq Ft
$531
Price/Sq Ft
0.13
Acres
1859
Year Built
179
Days on Market
Closed Listed Nov 17, 2021 • MLS# 72921066 Copied!

About this home

Presenting 13 Mellen Street, a 5,086 SF, 2.5 story building located between Harvard Square and Porter Square in the heart of Cambridge, Massachusetts. Institutionally owned and maintained, and offered unencumbered by long-term lease commitments, the property presents immense value-add potential through the potential redevelopment to multifamily residential and condominium conversions among other options and strategies. 1627 Massachusetts Ave. is situated in one of the most highly desirable metro areas in the world with unmatched access to many of the nations top colleges and universities, technology and bio-tech employers and many of the region's best shopping and dining amenities. The building is located within a 10-minute walk of a MBTA Red Line station as well as Harvard and Lesley University. Interested parties are invited to submit bids for the Cambridge Connection as a single portfolio, sub-portfolios or individual properties.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner 11-13 MELLEN STREET LLC
Mailing Address 10 SCOTCH PINE CIR, WELLESLEY, MA, 02481

Land Use

Use Code 101
Description Single Family
Zoning C-1
Style OLD STYLE THREE FAM

Tax Information

Assessed Value $2,906,700
Tax Rate $5.86 per $1,000
Base Tax $17,033
CPA Surcharge 3% ($493)
Estimated Annual Tax $17,527

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2026 $1,769,900 $1,136,800 $2,906,700

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Jun 9, 2023 $6,000,000 81636/0321

Municipal Context: CAMBRIDGE

Median Home Value $925,000
Avg SF Tax Bill $8,175
Residential Tax Rate $5.86/1000
CPA Surcharge 3%
County Middlesex
Match: address_exact (95.0% confidence) · Data as of Mar 8, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
3 Family
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1859
Bedrooms
9
Full Bathrooms
9
Half Bathrooms
9
Living Area
5,086 sq ft
Total Rooms
18
Stories
18
Levels
18

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $2,700,000
Final Sale Price: $2,700,000
Difference: +$0 (+0.0%)
Performance Metrics
100.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold at asking price
179
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $531
Sale $/sq ft: $531
This property sold for $531 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold exactly at the asking price.

At 179 days on market, this property took longer than average to sell.

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential Income
Style 3 Family
Year Built 1859
Living Area 5,086 sq ft
Lot Size 0.13 acres
Bedrooms 9
Full Baths 9
Half Baths 9
Total Rooms 18

Interior

Heating None
Cooling None
Flooring None
Appliances None
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 18
Basement None
Laundry None
Features None

Exterior

Construction Brick, Stone
Architecture None
Roof Slate
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None

Parking

Features None
Total Spaces 99

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $9,999
Assessed Value $9,999

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Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1859
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Brick, Stone
Roof: Slate
Foundation: Brick/Mortar
Stories: 18

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

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Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
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Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 99
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Special Features

Fireplaces: 18
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Location

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Neighborhood

13 Mellen Street, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138

Walkability

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Nearby Schools

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Monthly Payment Breakdown

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Property Tax $833
Homeowners Insurance $200
PMI (if <20% down) $0

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Payment Over Time

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Year 1
95% Interest
Year 15
50/50
Year 30
95% Principal
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Property History

Market Insights

16.1%
Price Range
180
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Previous Transaction - MLS #73434254
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Previously Sold
Dec 11, 2025
$3,220,000
MLS #73434254
Sold
Oct 12, 2022
$2,700,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 180
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Listed for Sale
Nov 17, 2021
$2,700,000
Original listing
Agent: Christopher Sower Office: Cushman & Wakefield

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Dec 11, 2025 Sold $3,220,000
Nov 17, 2021 New Listing Added $2,700,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
179 days
Price per Sq Ft
$531

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
999 $9,999 $9,999

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$9,999
Tax Year 999
Assessed Value
$9,999

Listing Information

Listing Agent Christopher Sower
Listing Office Cushman & Wakefield
Agent MLS ID CT003909
Office MLS ID AN6656
Listing Data Updated Nov 22, 2022 10:45 AM EST
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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