40 Royal Avenue, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138 • West Cambridge
$2,450,000
Est. $13,040/month
5
Beds
3
Baths
3,182
Sq Ft
$770
Price/Sq Ft
0.12
Acres
1907
Year Built
3 Family
Type
7
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 27, 2025 • MLS# 73146497

About this home

Located in the heart of Huron Village on one of the most picturesque streets in Cambridge, this beautiful home is tucked away between Harvard Square and Fresh Pond. This income-generating property offers three spacious units, each with period detail, private outdoor space, and individual systems. The first floor unit offers two bedrooms, one bathroom, a walk-in pantry off the kitchen, and a 23' deck. The second unit offers two bedrooms, one bathroom, a walk-in pantry off the kitchen, and two porches. The third unit offers one bedroom, one bathroom, a walk-in pantry off the kitchen, and a porch. Outside there is a lush yard with grass and tall Evergreen trees along the perimeter of the property. There is plenty of parking in the cobblestone driveway. Located moments away from awarded restaurants & shops, and within a mile radius of BB&N, St. Peter School, Harvard Law School and many parks. Living here also allows easy access to Danehy Park, Mount Auburn Hospital, and the Commuter Rail.

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $2,475,000
Final Sale Price: $2,450,000
Difference: $25,000 (-1.0%)
Performance Metrics
99.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
7
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $778
Sale $/sq ft: $770
This property sold for $770 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 1.0% below the original asking price.

With only 7 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Facts & Features

Property Overview

Property Type
3 Family
Property Category
Residential Income
Year Built
1907
Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
3
Living Area
3,182 sq ft
Total Rooms
14
Stories
4
Levels
4

Interior Features

Flooring
Hardwood
Has Fireplace
No
Interior Features
Pantry, Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen
Basement Details
Full, Interior Entry, Unfinished
Window Features
Box/Bay/Bow Window(s)

Exterior & Structure

Construction Materials
Frame
Roof
Shingle
Foundation
Stone, Brick/Mortar
Exterior Features
Balcony/Deck, Garden
Patio/Porch Features
Porch, Deck
Fencing
Fenced
Has Spa
No
Waterfront Property
No

Lot & Land

Lot Size
0.12 acres
Lot Size
5,380 sq ft
Lot Size Area
0.1200
Lot Features
Gentle Sloping
Road Frontage Type
Public

Parking & Garage

Has Garage
No
Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces
3
Parking Features
Off Street

Utilities & Systems

Water Source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer

Community & HOA

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

Financial & Tax Information

Annual Tax Amount
$9,609
Tax Year
2023
Tax Assessed Value
$2,065,700
Parcel Number
416736
Zoning
RES

Additional Details

Year Built Source
Public Records
Year Built Details
Actual

Location

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Neighborhood

West Cambridge

40 Royal Avenue, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138

Walkability

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Schools

School information not available

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Estimated Monthly Payment $0

Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $801
Homeowners Insurance $200
PMI $0

Property History

Market Insights

1%
Price Range
8
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Oct 12, 2023
$2,450,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 8
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Listed for Sale
Aug 9, 2023
$2,475,000
Original listing
Agent: Gail Roberts, Ed Feijo & Team Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Aug 9, 2023 New Listing Added $2,475,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
7 days
Price per Sq Ft
$770

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2023 $9,609 $2,065,700

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$9,609
Tax Year 2023
Assessed Value
$2,065,700

Listing Information

Listing Agent Gail Roberts, Ed Feijo & Team
Listing Office Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
Agent MLS ID TM331934
Office MLS ID AN6200

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