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11 Brown St, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138
$4,550,000
Est. $25,000/month
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
4,553
Sq Ft
$999
Price/Sq Ft
0.34
Acres
1916
Year Built
Single Family Residence
Type
98
Days on Market
Closed Listed Nov 10, 2020 • MLS# 72755298 Copied!

About this home

11 Brown Street (c.1916) is tucked away on a quiet street amidst the hustle and bustle of this Harvard Square neighborhood. Set on a large, private, secluded and level ~.34 acre lot highlighted by its mature landscaped gardens, this property offers its next owner the opportunity to renovate a true Cambridge gem. A detached two car garage is just yet another feature of this welcoming property. The setting on Brown Street is truly unique and presents an incredible opportunity for restoration and updating.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner 11 BROWN STREET LLC
Mailing Address 15 FRANCIS AVE, CAMBRIDGE, MA, 02138

Land Use

Use Code 101
Description Single Family
Zoning A-2
Style COLONIAL

Tax Information

Assessed Value $11,881,900
Tax Rate $5.86 per $1,000
Base Tax $69,628
CPA Surcharge 3% ($2,071)
Estimated Annual Tax $71,699

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2026 $3,214,600 $8,667,300 $11,881,900 —

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Dec 29, 2016 $10 68680/0402

Building Permit History

Issued Type / Work Status Value
Oct 24, 2021 Building: Alteration and Addition
One-Family
Complete renovation of existing single family home with addition in accordance with plans submitted with this application dated September7,…
By Martin Cafasso Designs
Permit #qu2z-8suj:143341 		Closed $1,675,000
Jul 11, 2021 Building: Alteration and Addition
One-Family
Interior Demolition  to studs. No structural alteration
By Martin Cafasso Designs LLC
Permit #qu2z-8suj:130036 		Closed $24,500
Data: City of Cambridge Open Data (data.cambridgema.gov)

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 (95.0% confidence) · Data as of Jun 1, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1916
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
3
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
4,553 sq ft
Total Rooms
10

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $5,500,000
Final Sale Price: $4,550,000
Difference: $950,000 (-17.3%)
Performance Metrics
82.7%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
98
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $1,208
Sale $/sq ft: $999
This property sold for $999 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 17.3% below the original asking price.

At 98 days on market, this property took longer than average to sell.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 5 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$999/sq ft
Area Average
$659/sq ft
Difference
+51.5%

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

Facts & Features

2 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1916
Living Area 4,553 sq ft
Lot Size 0.34 acres
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 3
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 10

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air, Window Unit(s), Wall Unit(s)
Flooring None
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 2
Basement None
Laundry None
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture Colonial
Roof None
Features Deck, Patio, Fenced Yard
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced
Patio/Porch Deck, Patio

Parking

Garage Spaces 2
Has Garage Yes
Features Detached, Paved Drive, Shared Driveway, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces 4

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $21,515
Assessed Value $3,741,700

Interior Features

Flooring:
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry:
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial
Year Built: 1916
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air, Window Unit(s), Wall Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck, Patio, Fenced Yard
Patio & Porch: Deck, Patio
Fencing: Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 2
Total Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Shared Driveway, Off Street, Paved

Special Features

Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station, University

Location

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Neighborhood

11 Brown St, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138

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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
St. Peter Elementary School
0.3 mi
Grades PK-08
Shady Hill School
0.6 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Montessori School
0.7 mi
Grades PK-06
Cambridge Friends School
0.8 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
1.1 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
A
Amigos School
1.4 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
C
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
1.6 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
Fayerweather Street School
1.6 mi
Grades PK-08
Lycee International de Boston/International School of Boston, Inc.
1.8 mi
Grades 01-12
A-
Graham and Parks School
0.5 mi | #242 of 824 | Score: 52.7
Improved 3 spots from last year
-5.5 below state avg
367 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
1.1 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
A
Rindge Avenue Upper School
1.1 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
C+
Cambridge Street Upper School
2.0 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
2.2 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
H

High Schools

3 schools
Farr Academy School
1.6 mi
Grades 07-12
NuVu Innovation School
1.7 mi
Grades 08-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
2.3 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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Market Insights

65%
Price Range
99
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73516411
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Currently Listed
May 11, 2026
$12,995,000
MLS #73516411 - Active
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Sold
Mar 26, 2021
$4,550,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 99
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Listed for Sale
Nov 10, 2020
$4,850,000
Original listing
Agent: Maggie Gold Seelig Office: MGS Group Real Estate LTD

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jun 10, 2026 Sold $12,995,000 —
Nov 10, 2020 New Listing Added $4,850,000 —

Market Statistics

Days on Market
98 days
Price per Sq Ft
$999

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2020 $21,515 $3,741,700

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$21,515
Tax Year 2020
Assessed Value
$3,741,700

Listing Information

Listing Agent Maggie Gold Seelig
Listing Office MGS Group Real Estate LTD
Agent MLS ID CT003644
Office MLS ID AN0499
Listing Data Updated Mar 26, 2021 4:26 PM 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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