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36 Irving Street # 6, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138 • Harvard Square
$1,100,000
Est. $6,032/month
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,465
Sq Ft
$751
Price/Sq Ft
0.03
Acres
1978
Year Built
5
Days on Market
Closed Listed Mar 2, 2017 • MLS# 72125293 Copied!

About this home

Located on a tree-lined residential side street on the eastern side of Harvard University. Attached Bell and Fandetti townhouse a short distance from the Harvard Red Line T Stop, Harvard Law School, Science Center, and Divinity School and the recently renovated Cambridge Library. One in a cluster of several houses of the same period, set back from street, townhouse has two bedrooms, two studies, a sleeping loft, and two full baths. Nicely configured spaces include handsome living/dining room with dramatic high ceilings and wood stove, access through a glass door to fenced private garden, large windows. Renovated open kitchen. At lower level, there is a bright study and a full-size laundry in addition to direct entry to the one-car garage. On second floor, there is a bedroom with a good-size closet and a full bath. At the top level, there is another bedroom with a good-size closet, a second full bath, and a study. Seller prefers 5/1/17 closing.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner BELL, CRAIG & AIMEE BELL
Mailing Address 36 IRVING ST, CAMBRIDGE, MA, 02138

Land Use

Use Code 101
Description Single Family
Zoning B
Style TOWNHSE-END

Tax Information

Assessed Value $1,390,000
Tax Rate $5.86 per $1,000
Base Tax $8,145
CPA Surcharge 3% ($227)
Estimated Annual Tax $8,372

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2026 $873,700 $516,300 $1,390,000

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Aug 20, 2003 $1 40539/0585

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 (90.0% confidence) · Data as of Apr 8, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1978
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,465 sq ft
Total Rooms
6

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $958,000
Final Sale Price: $1,100,000
Difference: +$142,000 (+14.8%)
Performance Metrics
114.8%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
5
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $654
Sale $/sq ft: $751
This property sold for $751 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 14.8% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 5 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 2 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$751/sq ft
Area Average
$660/sq ft
Difference
+13.7%

This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1978
Living Area 1,465 sq ft
Lot Size 0.03 acres
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 6

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring None
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement None
Laundry First Floor
Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Contemporary
Roof Shingle
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None

Parking

Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Attached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Off Street
Total Spaces 2

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range

Financial

Annual Tax $3,233
Assessed Value $801,700
HOA Yes

Interior Features

Flooring:
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry: First Floor
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Contemporary
Year Built: 1978
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Block

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 3
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Other
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Attached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Off Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Park, Public School, T-Station, University, Other

Location

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Neighborhood

Harvard Square

36 Irving Street # 6, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138

Walkability

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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
E

Elementary Schools

10 schools
C
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
0.8 mi | #253 of 346 | Score: 45.9
Improved 29 spots from last year
-12.3 below state avg
890 students Diverse
High Graduation Rate Rising School College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
A
Amigos School
0.9 mi | #45 of 352 | Score: 57.8
Improved 14 spots from last year
-0.5 below state avg
413 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
St. Peter Elementary School
1.0 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Montessori School
1.3 mi
Grades PK-06
Cambridge Friends School
1.3 mi
Grades PK-08
Shady Hill School
1.5 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
1.6 mi | #100 of 824 | Score: 59.4
Dropped 79 spots from last year
+1.2 above state avg
352 students Less Diverse
Grades PK-06
Lycee International de Boston/International School of Boston, Inc.
2.1 mi
Grades 01-12
Fayerweather Street School
2.5 mi
Grades PK-08
A
John M Tobin School
0.5 mi | #137 of 824 | Score: 57.4
Dropped 34 spots from last year
-0.8 below state avg
291 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
M

Middle Schools

5 schools
Allium Montessori School
0.5 mi
Grades 01-06
A-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
0.7 mi | #103 of 352 | Score: 49.1
Dropped 24 spots from last year
-9.1 below state avg
283 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
C+
Cambridge Street Upper School
1.0 mi | #214 of 352 | Score: 39.8
Dropped 26 spots from last year
-18.4 below state avg
301 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
B+
Darby Vassall Upper School
1.3 mi | #118 of 352 | Score: 47.5
Improved 26 spots from last year
-10.7 below state avg
298 students Very Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
A
Rindge Avenue Upper School
1.4 mi | #67 of 352 | Score: 54.3
Dropped 2 spots from last year
-3.9 below state avg
292 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

3 schools
Farr Academy School
1.0 mi
Grades 07-12
NuVu Innovation School
1.0 mi
Grades 08-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
1.4 mi | #178 of 346 | Score: 53.1
Dropped 57 spots from last year
-5.2 below state avg
251 students Diverse
7 sports • 202 athletes
High Graduation Rate College Ready Curriculum
Grades 06-12
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Property History

Market Insights

35.7%
Price Range
6
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73501309
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Currently Listed
Apr 14, 2026
$1,490,000
MLS #73501309 - Active
Sold
May 1, 2017
$1,100,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 6
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Listed for Sale
Mar 2, 2017
$958,000
Original listing
Agent: The Petrowsky Jones Group Office: Compass

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Apr 14, 2026 Sold $1,490,000
Mar 2, 2017 New Listing Added $958,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
5 days
Price per Sq Ft
$751

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2017 $3,233 $801,700

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$3,233
Tax Year 2017
Assessed Value
$801,700

Listing Information

Listing Agent The Petrowsky Jones Group
Listing Office Compass
Agent MLS ID TEAM0207
Office MLS ID AN2606
Listing Data Updated May 2, 2017 7:18 AM EDT
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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