65 Stearns St, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138 • Avon Hill
$1,600,000
Est. $8,516/month
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,174
Sq Ft
$1,363
Price/Sq Ft
0.07
Acres
1931
Year Built
Single Family Residence
Type
6
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 27, 2025 • MLS# 73347833

About this home

This charming two bedroom bungalow sits on a quiet side street on Avon Hill. This two bedroom, one and a half bath home features a living room with a gas fireplace, transom window and elegant wall sconces. The open kitchen/dining room features include ample storage, “honed” soap stone countertops, SS appliances & recessed lighting. There is a built-in bench for extra storage and seating for a dining room table. French doors lead to an elevated deck for outdoor enjoyment. There is a half bath off the kitchen and a fully enclosed heated front porch ideal for a home office. The 2nd floor has two bedrooms, a hallway linen closet, a full shower bath with custom shelving. There is a full basement with laundry and offers great storage. There is a lovely fully fenced yard with a cobblestone patio and tandem parking for two cars. The seller will be reviewing "any and all" offers by 4:00 PM, Tuesday March 25th. Please see offer instructions attached to MLS

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,400,000
Final Sale Price: $1,600,000
Difference: +$200,000 (+14.3%)
Performance Metrics
114.3%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
6
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $1,193
Sale $/sq ft: $1,363
This property sold for $1,363 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 14.3% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 6 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Facts & Features

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Property Category
Residential
Year Built
1931
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,174 sq ft
Total Rooms
5

Interior Features

Flooring
Wood, Tile, Hardwood
Heating
Steam, Natural Gas
Has Heating
Yes
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Has Cooling
Yes
Fireplace Features
Living Room
Has Fireplace
Yes
Number of Fireplaces
1
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
Laundry Features
Gas Dryer Hookup, Sink, In Basement
Basement Details
Full, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Sump Pump, Concrete, Unfinished
Window Features
Insulated Windows
Door Features
Insulated Doors, French Doors

Exterior & Structure

Construction Materials
Frame
Architectural Style
Cape, Bungalow
Roof
Shingle
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter, Block
Exterior Features
Deck - Wood, Patio, Rain Gutters, Decorative Lighting, Fenced Yard
Patio/Porch Features
Deck - Wood, Patio
Fencing
Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Has Spa
No
Waterfront Property
No

Lot & Land

Lot Size
0.07 acres
Lot Size
3,044 sq ft
Lot Size Area
0.0700
Lot Features
Corner Lot, Level
Road Frontage Type
Public, Private Road

Parking & Garage

Has Garage
No
Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces
2
Parking Features
Off Street, Tandem, Stone/Gravel

Utilities & Systems

Utilities Available
for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Gas Dryer
Water Source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Electric
Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service

Community & HOA

Subdivision
Avon Hill
Community Features
Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Highway Access, Public School, University, Sidewalks
HOA
No
Senior Community
No

Financial & Tax Information

Annual Tax Amount
$6,969
Tax Year
2024
Tax Assessed Value
$1,177,200
Parcel Number
M:00205 L:00087,414853
Zoning
C-1

Additional Details

Year Built Source
Public Records
Year Built Details
Approximate
Attached Property
No
Disclosures
Lots of recent updates. Bedroom floors need to be refinished or carpeted

Location

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Neighborhood

Avon Hill

65 Stearns St, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138

Walkability

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Schools

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Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $581
Homeowners Insurance $200
PMI $0

Property History

Market Insights

12.5%
Price Range
11
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Apr 23, 2025
$1,600,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 11
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Listed for Sale
Mar 20, 2025
$1,400,000
Original listing
Agent: Peter Cote Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Mar 20, 2025 New Listing Added $1,400,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
6 days
Price per Sq Ft
$1,363

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $6,969 $1,177,200

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$6,969
Tax Year 2024
Assessed Value
$1,177,200

Listing Information

Listing Agent Peter Cote
Listing Office Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
Agent MLS ID BB803249
Office MLS ID AN6200

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