53 Ellery # 1, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138 • Mid Cambridge

$2,100,000

Est. $12,081/month

4

Beds

3

Baths

2,127

Sq Ft

$987

Price/Sq Ft

1890

Year Built

Condominium

Type

9 hours 0 minutes

Time on Market

Active Open House Listed Apr 8, 2026 • MLS# 73498532 Copied!

About this home

A sophisticated floor plan with functional elegance in this Mid-Cambridge two level condominium. Layout allows for flexible use including a first floor primary suite. Gracious living room with fireplace and open dining area. The well appointed kitchen includes custom cabinetry and work space for a home double the size! Bevi Bar and coffee station, pantry and deep storage for all of your entertaining needs. A 2nd bedroom and full bath complete this level. The lower level consists of two bedrooms, a full bath with walk-in shower, den and separate laundry room with scullery sink. Significant upgrades in 2021 include a spectacular custom kitchen with Subzero and Thermador appliances. Premium lighting and hardware throughout. Parking includes a private garage space plus 2 surface spaces just for this unit. The association also retains a guest parking space and patio. Private lovely side yard with mature plantings. Supremely located within blocks of Harvard Square and award winning museums.

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Property Overview

Property Type

Condominium

Listing Type

For Sale

Year Built

1890

Bedrooms

4

Full Bathrooms

3

Living Area

2,127 sq ft

Total Rooms

8

Stories

2

Entry Level

1

Open House Schedule

12

Apr

Sunday, April 12

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM EDT

11

Apr

Saturday, April 11

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM EDT

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential

Style Condominium

Year Built 1890

Living Area 2,127 sq ft

Bedrooms 4

Full Baths 3

Total Rooms 8

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas

Cooling Central Air, Dual

Flooring Tile, Hardwood, Engineered Hardwood

Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Water Treatment, Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood

Fireplace None

Fireplaces 1

Basement Y

Laundry In Unit

Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame

Architecture None

Roof Shingle, Rubber

Features Porch

Pool None

Spa None

Fencing None

Patio/Porch Porch

Parking

Garage Spaces 1

Has Garage Yes

Features Detached, Off Street

Total Spaces 3

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers

Water Public

Sewer Public Sewer

Gas None

Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $9,712

Assessed Value $1,926,800

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Engineered Hardwood

Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Water Treatment, Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood

Interior Features:

Windows: Insulated Windows

Basement: Y

Laundry: In Unit

Security: Other, Security System

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1890

Effective Year (Renovated): 2005

Structure Type: 2/3 Family

Exterior Materials: Frame

Roof: Shingle, Rubber

Foundation:

Stories: 2

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas

Heating Zones: 2

Cooling: Central Air, Dual

Cooling Zones: 2

Hot Water:

Water Source: Public

Sewer: Public Sewer

Energy Features: Thermostat

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch

Patio & Porch: Porch

Fencing:

Other Structures:

Lot Features:

Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1

Total Parking Spaces: 3

Parking Features: Detached, Off Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1

Fireplace Type:

Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University

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Mid Cambridge

53 Ellery # 1, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138

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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

3 schools

A

John M Tobin School

0.4 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

A+

Martin Luther King Jr. School

0.4 mi | #22 of 824 | Score: 64.5

Improved 21 spots from last year

+6.3 above state avg

340 students Very Diverse

Rising School Diverse Student Body

Grades PK-05

C

Prospect Hill Academy Charter School

0.6 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

M

Middle Schools

3 schools

A-

Putnam Avenue Upper School

0.4 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

Allium Montessori School

0.6 mi

Grades 01-06

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

H

High Schools

3 schools

Farr Academy School

0.7 mi

Grades 07-12

NuVu Innovation School

0.8 mi

Grades 08-12

F

Full Circle High School

1.3 mi | #344 of 346 | Score: 17.3

Improved 22 spots from last year

-40.9 below state avg

67 students Diverse

Rising School Career Tech Programs College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body

Grades 09-12

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$2,100,000

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Agent: Deborah Cantrell Office: Compass

Date	Event	Price	Change	$/sqft	Details
04/08/2026	🏠 Listed for Sale	$2,100,000	-	-	Original listing

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Time on Market

9 hours 0 minutes

Price per Sq Ft

$987

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Year	Taxes	Assessment
2026	$9,712	$1,926,800

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