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281 Concord Ave, Cambridge MA 02138
Cambridge, MA 02138 • Neighborhood 9
$3,350,000
Est. $19,143/month
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20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5%, and $200/month estimated insurance.
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About this home
Open House Sat 9/19 and Sun 9/20, 11:30 AM to 1PM. Located off Harvard Square in West Cambridge, a dramatic contemporary residence shaped by exceptional volume, light, and indoor-outdoor living. The main living area is entirely at ground level, with zero stairs required, and a primary suite on each level. Soaring ceilings of approximately 14 feet and a long wall of south-facing windows create an extraordinary sense of scale. The kitchen, dining, and living areas flow together and open directly to a private rear garden patio, forming a calm, Zen-like setting and a generous indoor-outdoor space for entertaining. The interiors combine warm natural materials with moody, saturated color. A dramatic glass wall along the staircase and upper hallway, together with skylights above, brings light deep into the home and creates a striking sense of transparency between levels. The overall experience is expansive yet intimate, with dramatic architectural volume, flexible generational living, and a peaceful connection to the garden.
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Property History
Property Timeline
Listed for Sale
Sep 18, 2026
$3,350,000
Original listing
Agent: Edmund Wong
Office: New Year Realty
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/18/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $3,350,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $24,040 | $1,708,600 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$24,040
Tax Year 2026
Assessed Value
$1,708,600
Facts & Features
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1926
Living Area
3,278 sq ft
Lot Size
0.09 acres
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
4
Total Rooms
7
Interior
Heating
Forced Air, Electric
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Hardwood
Appliances
Electric Water Heater
Fireplace
None
Basement
Unfinished
Laundry
Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor
Features
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Home Office, Den, Bathroom
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
Contemporary
Roof
None
Features
Patio, Professional Landscaping, Garden
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Patio
Parking
Features
Off Street, On Street
Utilities
Electric
200+ Amp Service
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Electric Range, For Electric Oven, Washer Hookup
Financial
Annual Tax
$24,040
Assessed Value
$1,708,600
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Lead Paint
Unknown
Seller Disclosures
Built 1926; Converted From Commercial To Single-family 2026, Residential Certificate Ofoccupancy Issued 8/10/2026 (permit Bldc-1187195-2026). Assessor Class Update Pending. Lead Paint Unknown; Pre-1978 Notification Will Be Provided. Buyer To Verify All Info.
Exclusions
Furniture, Staging Items And Personal Property Are Excluded.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
House Color
Brick/Blue
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures
3,278 sf per CO 8/10/2026 (plans: 2,587 sf L1 + 746 sf L2); assessor shows 3,748 sf (=100)
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1926
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
4
Living Area
3,278 sq ft
Total Rooms
7
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
3,278 sq ft above grade
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall
LevelSecond
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall
LevelSecond
LevelSecond
LevelFirst
LevelFirst
LevelFirst
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower
LevelFirst
LevelFirst
LevelFirst
FeaturesYes
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPatio
Room Markers
OOffice (1)
KKitchen (1)
BRBedroom (5)
BABathroom (4)
DDining (1)
LLiving (2)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Hardwood
Appliances:
Electric Water Heater
Interior Features:
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Home Office, Den, Bathroom
Windows:
Basement:
Unfinished
Laundry:
Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Contemporary
Year Built:
1926
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Concrete Perimeter
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Forced Air, Electric
Cooling:
Central Air
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio, Professional Landscaping, Garden
Patio & Porch:
Patio
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Level
Road Frontage:
50.00 ft
Road Surface:
Paved
Parking & Garage
Parking Features:
Off Street, On Street
Nearby Schools
School District
Cambridge School District local
A-
Where Graduates Go
Class of 2021
65%
attend college
58%
4-Year
7%
2-Year
23%
Out of State
7%
Working
School Safety
2024-25
1.2%
Low
0.8%
Suspensions
0.2%
In-School
0.4%
Emergency
4.3% below state avg
Elementary Schools
10 schools
Cambridge Montessori School
0.2 mi
Grades PK-06
St. Peter Elementary School
0.3 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Friends School
0.3 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
0.6 mi
|
#105 of 825
|
Score: 59.1
Dropped 84 spots from last year
+0.9 above state avg
344 students
Less Diverse
Grades PK-06
Shady Hill School
0.9 mi
Grades PK-08
Fayerweather Street School
1.2 mi
Grades PK-08
Lycee International de Boston/International School of Boston, Inc.
1.3 mi
Grades 01-12
A
Amigos School
1.9 mi
|
#46 of 352
|
Score: 57.6
Improved 13 spots from last year
-0.6 below state avg
421 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Strong Attendance
Grades PK-08
C
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
2.0 mi
|
#246 of 346
|
Score: 47.4
Improved 36 spots from last year
-10.8 below state avg
888 students
Diverse
Rising School
College Ready Curriculum
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
A-
Graham and Parks School
0.5 mi
|
#238 of 825
|
Score: 52.9
Improved 7 spots from last year
-5.3 below state avg
323 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
Middle Schools
5 schools
Allium Montessori School
0.8 mi
Grades 01-06
A
Rindge Avenue Upper School
0.7 mi
|
#66 of 352
|
Score: 54.0
Dropped 1 spots from last year
-4.2 below state avg
278 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Strong Attendance
Grades 06-08
A-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
1.6 mi
|
#104 of 352
|
Score: 49.2
Dropped 25 spots from last year
-9 below state avg
286 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
B-
Cambridge Street Upper School
2.3 mi
|
#207 of 352
|
Score: 39.9
Dropped 19 spots from last year
-18.3 below state avg
317 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
B+
Darby Vassall Upper School
2.6 mi
|
#119 of 352
|
Score: 47.6
Improved 25 spots from last year
-10.6 below state avg
296 students
Very Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
High Schools
3 schools
Farr Academy School
2.1 mi
Grades 07-12
NuVu Innovation School
2.2 mi
Grades 08-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
2.7 mi
|
#205 of 346
|
Score: 51.9
Dropped 84 spots from last year
-6.3 below state avg
244 students
Diverse
7 sports
• 202 athletes
High Graduation Rate
College Ready Curriculum
Grades 06-12
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Neighborhood
Neighborhood 9
281 Concord Ave, Cambridge MA 02138
Cambridge, MA 02138
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Edmund Wong
Listing Office
New Year Realty
Office Phone
339-400-8007
Agent MLS ID
BB805141
Office MLS ID
AN1076
Listing Data Updated
Sep 18, 2026 11:16 AM EDT
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