181 Grove St, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138 • West Cambridge
$3,300,000
Est. $17,564/month
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,685
Sq Ft
$1,229
Price/Sq Ft
0.23
Acres
1953
Year Built
Single Family Residence
Type
3
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 26, 2025 • MLS# 73367287

About this home

Ideally perched above Fresh Pond with serene water and golf course views, 181 Grove Street offers an expansive footprint behind its charming façade. Sunlight fills the home, highlighting a dramatic post-and-beam living/dining room with fireplace. The eat-in kitchen boasts commercial-grade appliances, perfect for culinary creativity. The main level features a luxurious primary suite with walk-in closet, spa-inspired bath with copper tub, glass shower, and private water closet, plus a second bedroom with stunning views. Upstairs, two additional bedrooms—one with a fireplace and walk-in closet—and a full bath offer flexible living. Enjoy outdoor entertaining and respite in the level fenced yard and patio. A two-car garage, extra parking, and proximity to Alewife, Harvard Square, and Rte 2 enhance convenience. Situated on an expansive 10,080 sq ft lot with multiple options and potential for development opportunities. Seller welcomes offers including buyer concessions.

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $2,595,000
Final Sale Price: $3,300,000
Difference: +$705,000 (+27.2%)
Performance Metrics
127.2%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
3
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $966
Sale $/sq ft: $1,229
This property sold for $1,229 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 27.2% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 3 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Facts & Features

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Property Category
Residential
Year Built
1953
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
3
Living Area
2,685 sq ft
Total Rooms
7
Main Level Bedrooms
2

Interior Features

Flooring
Wood
Heating
Baseboard, Natural Gas
Has Heating
Yes
Cooling
Central Air
Has Cooling
Yes
Fireplace Features
Kitchen, Living Room
Has Fireplace
Yes
Number of Fireplaces
3
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Laundry Features
First Floor
Basement Details
Full

Exterior & Structure

Construction Materials
Frame
Architectural Style
Cape
Roof
Shingle
Foundation
Other
Exterior Features
Patio, Greenhouse, Fenced Yard, Garden
Patio/Porch Features
Patio
Fencing
Fenced
Has Spa
No
Waterfront Property
No

Lot & Land

Lot Size
0.23 acres
Lot Size
10,080 sq ft
Lot Size Area
0.2300
Frontage Type
Golf Course
Road Frontage Type
Public

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces
2
Has Garage
Yes
Attached Garage
Yes
Has Carport
No
Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces
4
Parking Features
Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street
Covered Parking Spaces
2

Utilities & Systems

Water Source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Electric
Circuit Breakers

Community & HOA

Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
HOA
No
Senior Community
No

Financial & Tax Information

Annual Tax Amount
$17,247
Tax Year
2025
Tax Assessed Value
$2,716,100
Parcel Number
M:00266 L:00012,418669
Zoning
A-2

Additional Details

Year Built Source
Public Records
Year Built Details
Approximate
Attached Property
No

Location

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Neighborhood

West Cambridge

181 Grove St, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138

Walkability

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Schools

High School
Crls
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Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $1,437
Homeowners Insurance $200
PMI $0

Property History

Market Insights

Property Timeline

Sold
Sep 11, 2025
Property sold
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Listed for Sale
Apr 30, 2025
$2,595,000
Original listing
Agent: Max Dublin Team Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Apr 30, 2025 New Listing Added $2,595,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
3 days
Price per Sq Ft
$1,229

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $17,247 $2,716,100

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$17,247
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$2,716,100

Listing Information

Listing Agent Max Dublin Team
Listing Office Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Agent MLS ID TM351307
Office MLS ID AN2064

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