5 Channing St, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138 • West Cambridge
$6,800,000
Est. $36,192/month
5
Beds
5.5
Baths
5,807
Sq Ft
$1,171
Price/Sq Ft
0.17
Acres
1930
Year Built
Single Family Residence
Type
185
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 26, 2025 • MLS# 73225203

About this home

New photos! Solar home. Incredible gut renovation on tree-lined Channing Street off Brattle. Contemporary interior w/amazing light, space and thoughtful emphasis on incorporating outside surroundings within. High ceilings, large windows, French doors + spacious outdoor decks on each floor. Ideal for entertaining, the open floorplan adjoins living + dining rooms, as well as the kitchen + large family room which overlook the backyard replete with flowering trees and perennials. Chef's kitchen, induction stovetop, extensive storage, + large pantry. On 2nd floor, primary bedroom features a deck and spa-like bath. Each bedroom has en-suite bath + custom closets. Third level features bed, bath and massive deck w/decorative overhang, raised garden beds w/irrigation. Lower level w/radiant heated floors is a large floorthrough with family room, bedroom, full bath, and laundry. The lower level has its own entrance/exit. Solar panels on roof = $0 electric bills. 3+parking + EV charge

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $6,900,000
Final Sale Price: $6,800,000
Difference: $100,000 (-1.4%)
Performance Metrics
98.6%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
185
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $1,188
Sale $/sq ft: $1,171
This property sold for $1,171 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 1.4% below the original asking price.

At 185 days on market, this property took longer than average to sell.

Facts & Features

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Property Category
Residential
Year Built
1930
Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
5
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
5,807 sq ft
Total Rooms
11
Levels
Multi/Split

Interior Features

Flooring
Wood, Tile
Heating
Forced Air, Radiant, Natural Gas, Electric, Hydro Air, Active Solar, Hydronic Floor Heat(Radiant), Ductless
Has Heating
Yes
Cooling
Ductless
Has Cooling
Yes
Has Fireplace
No
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood, Instant Hot Water
Interior Features
Finish - Sheetrock
Laundry Features
Second Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup
Basement Details
Full, Finished, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Sump Pump
Window Features
Insulated Windows, Screens
Door Features
Insulated Doors

Exterior & Structure

Construction Materials
Frame, Cement Board
Roof
Asphalt/Composition Shingles, Other
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter, Stone
Exterior Features
Porch, Deck, Deck - Roof, Deck - Composite, Patio, Covered Patio/Deck, Rain Gutters, Storage, Sprinkler System, Screens, Fenced Yard, Fruit Trees, Garden, Lighting, Stone Wall, ET Irrigation Controller
Patio/Porch Features
Porch, Deck, Deck - Roof, Deck - Composite, Patio, Covered
Fencing
Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Has Spa
No
Waterfront Property
No

Lot & Land

Lot Size
0.17 acres
Lot Size
7,233 sq ft
Lot Size Area
0.1700
Lot Features
Level
Road Surface Type
Paved
Road Frontage Type
Public

Parking & Garage

Has Garage
No
Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces
3
Parking Features
Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem, Paved

Utilities & Systems

Utilities Available
for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer
Water Source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer

Community & HOA

Subdivision
West Cambridge
Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, University, Sidewalks
HOA
No
Senior Community
No

Financial & Tax Information

Annual Tax Amount
$18,286
Tax Year
2024
Tax Assessed Value
$3,088,800
Parcel Number
M:00240 L:00046,417435
Zoning
A-1

Additional Details

Year Built Source
Public Records
Year Built Details
Renovated Since
Attached Property
No
Disclosures
Lower Level Utility Storage Room of 195 sf is included in the total 5, 807 sf. Lower level has radiant heated floor.

Location

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Neighborhood

West Cambridge

5 Channing St, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138

Walkability

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Schools

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Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $1,524
Homeowners Insurance $200
PMI $0

Property History

Market Insights

1.4%
Price Range
186
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Oct 30, 2024
$6,800,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 186
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Listed for Sale
Apr 17, 2024
$6,900,000
Original listing
Agent: The Carol Kelly Team Office: Compass

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Apr 17, 2024 New Listing Added $6,900,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
185 days
Price per Sq Ft
$1,171

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $18,286 $3,088,800

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$18,286
Tax Year 2024
Assessed Value
$3,088,800

Listing Information

Listing Agent The Carol Kelly Team
Listing Office Compass
Agent MLS ID TM319110
Office MLS ID AN2606

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