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8 Ellsworth Avenue, Cambridge MA 02139

Cambridge, MA 02139 • Mid Cambridge
$4,625,000
Est. $24,616/month
4
Beds
3
Baths
4,383
Sq Ft
$1,055
Price/Sq Ft
0.28
Acres
1887
Year Built
Single Family Residence
Type
8
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 26, 2025 • MLS# 73384929

About this home

Tucked into more than 12,000 SF of lush, professionally landscaped gardens, 8 Ellsworth Avenue is a rare Mid-Cambridge retreat that feels immersive, private, and almost impossibly green—yet it’s just blocks from Harvard, Inman, Central, and Kendall Squares. The original 1887 brick home sits quietly among the trees, its rich masonry and gabled roof anchored to the landscape. A striking two-level glass atrium connects it to a shingle-style addition that feels lifted from the Adirondacks, with organic materials, steep lines, and lofty interiors. The open-concept kitchen and family room overlook the verdant backyard through a wall of windows; above, the primary suite offers cathedral ceilings and a tree-framed porch that brings the outdoors in. With 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, and 4,307 SF—including a home gym and sauna in the lower level—this is a home with architectural substance and a meaningful connection to its site, in one of Cambridge’s most walkable, vibrant neighborhoods.

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $4,250,000
Final Sale Price: $4,625,000
Difference: +$375,000 (+8.8%)
Performance Metrics
108.8%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
8
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $970
Sale $/sq ft: $1,055
This property sold for $1,055 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 8.8% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 8 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
1887
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
3
Living Area
4,383 sq ft
Total Rooms
8

Interior Features

Flooring
Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Vinyl
Heating
Central, Forced Air, Baseboard, Natural Gas, Hydro Air
Has Heating
Yes
Cooling
Central Air, 3 or More
Has Cooling
Yes
Fireplace Features
Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Has Fireplace
Yes
Number of Fireplaces
3
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood, Plumbed For Ice Maker
Interior Features
Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Recessed Lighting, Pot Filler Faucet, Lighting - Sconce, Steam / Sauna, Entrance Foyer, Exercise Room, Central Vacuum, Sauna/Steam/Hot Tub, Internet Available - Broadband
Laundry Features
Second Floor, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Basement Details
Full, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Sump Pump, Concrete
Window Features
Skylight(s), Screens
Door Features
Storm Door(s)

Exterior & Structure

Construction Materials
Frame, Brick
Architectural Style
Tudor, Cottage, Queen Anne
Roof
Wood, Slate
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter, Stone, Brick/Mortar
Exterior Features
Deck, Rain Gutters, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Screens, Fenced Yard, Garden
Patio/Porch Features
Deck - Exterior, Deck
Fencing
Fenced
Has Spa
No
Waterfront Property
No

Lot & Land

Lot Size
0.28 acres
Lot Size
12,016 sq ft
Lot Size Area
0.2800
Lot Features
Gentle Sloping
Frontage Length
81 ft
Road Frontage Type
Public

Parking & Garage

Has Garage
No
Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces
4
Parking Features
Paved Drive, Off Street, Deeded, Stone/Gravel

Utilities & Systems

Utilities Available
for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Water Source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Electric
Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Security Features
Security System
Energy Efficient Features
Thermostat

Community & HOA

Subdivision
Mid Cambridge
Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Medical Facility, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
HOA
No
Senior Community
No

Financial & Tax Information

Annual Tax Amount
$26,964
Tax Year
2025
Tax Assessed Value
$4,597,500
Tax Lot
138
Tax Map Number
112
Parcel Number
M:00112 L:00138,406036
Zoning
C-1

Additional Details

Year Built Source
Public Records
Year Built Details
Approximate,Renovated Since
Attached Property
No
Disclosures
Taxes reflect the residential exemption. TV, Sauna, and exercise equipment in exercise room, and outdoor grill, are included in the sale.
Exclusions
Mirror In Exercise Room.
Listing Terms
Contract

Location

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Neighborhood

Mid Cambridge

8 Ellsworth Avenue, Cambridge MA 02139

Cambridge, MA 02139

Walkability

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Schools

Elementary School
Lottery
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Middle School
Lottery
Rating information coming soon
High School
Crls
Rating information coming soon

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Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $2,247
Homeowners Insurance $200
PMI $0

Property History

Market Insights

8.1%
Price Range
9
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

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Sold
Jul 1, 2025
$4,625,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 9
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Listed for Sale
Jun 4, 2025
$4,250,000
Original listing
Agent: Lauren Holleran Team Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jun 4, 2025 New Listing Added $4,250,000 —

Market Statistics

Days on Market
8 days
Price per Sq Ft
$1,055

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $26,964 $4,597,500

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$26,964
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$4,597,500

Listing Information

Listing Agent Lauren Holleran Team
Listing Office Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Agent MLS ID TM331830
Office MLS ID AN2064

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