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73 Francis Avenue, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138
$2,850,000
Est. $16,434/month
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,605
Sq Ft
$791
Price/Sq Ft
0.15
Acres
1926
Year Built
1
Days on Market
Active Open House Listed May 28, 2026 • MLS# 73525494 Copied!

About this home

Some houses feel as though they’ve been lifted from the pages of a storybook; others gather stories of their own. At 73 Francis Ave, both feel true. Tucked on the circle at the end of Kirkland St., wrapped in ivy and surrounded by extraordinary gardens, the house feels almost hidden, like a secret discovered at the edge of Cambridge. From the street it carries the romance of a Cotswold cottage, unexpected and quietly enchanting among the trees. Inside, the rooms feel warm and inviting, shaped by conversation, books, meals, and the rhythms of daily life. At the back of the house, a light filled solarium brings the outside in and overlooks the gardens beyond. It is a place to gather, to eat, to tend plants, or simply retreat for a quiet moment. With 4 bedrooms plus a large study, 3.5 baths, & 3,605 sq. ft. of living space on a beautifully landscaped 6,591 sq. ft. lot, this lovingly cared for home is rich with character, warmth, and imagination, waiting quietly for what comes next!

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner BLOOM, BARRY R. & IRENE T. BLOOM
Mailing Address 73 FRANCIS AVE., CAMBRIDGE, MA, 02138-1911

Land Use

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

Tax Information

Assessed Value $3,280,000
Tax Rate $5.86 per $1,000
Base Tax $19,221
CPA Surcharge 3% ($559)
Estimated Annual Tax $19,780

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2026 $1,632,100 $1,647,900 $3,280,000

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Nov 17, 1998 $820,000 29383/0356

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

Property Data Comparison

Discrepancies found between MLS and assessor records.

Field Assessor MLS Match
Sqft 5,192 3,605
Year built 1,926 1,926
Match: address_exact (95.0% confidence) · Data as of May 28, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1926
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
3
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
3,605 sq ft
Total Rooms
10

Open House Schedule

31
May
Sunday, May 31
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM EDT
30
May
Saturday, May 30
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM EDT

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1926
Living Area 3,605 sq ft
Lot Size 0.15 acres
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 3
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 10

Interior

Heating Steam
Cooling Heat Pump
Flooring Wood
Appliances Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Indoor Grill, Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 2
Basement Unfinished
Laundry In Basement
Features Study, Bathroom

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture Colonial
Roof Slate
Features Patio, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Garden
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Patio

Parking

Features None

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range

Financial

Annual Tax $21,878
Assessed Value $3,280,000

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood
Appliances: Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Indoor Grill, Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Interior Features: Study, Bathroom
Windows:
Basement: Unfinished
Laundry: In Basement
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial
Year Built: 1926
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof: Slate
Foundation: Block

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Steam
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Heat Pump
Cooling Zones: 1
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Patio, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Garden
Patio & Porch: Patio
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Other
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Parking Features:

Special Features

Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails

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Neighborhood

73 Francis Avenue, 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
0.9 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Friends School
1.1 mi
Grades PK-08
C
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
1.1 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
Cambridge Montessori School
1.1 mi
Grades PK-06
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
1.3 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
1.3 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
Shady Hill School
1.6 mi
Grades PK-08
Lycee International de Boston/International School of Boston, Inc.
1.8 mi
Grades 01-12
Fayerweather Street School
2.3 mi
Grades PK-08
A+
Maria L. Baldwin School
0.3 mi | #55 of 824 | Score: 62.0
Dropped 52 spots from last year
+3.8 above state avg
360 students 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
1.0 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
1.2 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
1.5 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
1.3 mi
Grades 07-12
NuVu Innovation School
1.4 mi
Grades 08-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
1.7 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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Property History

Property Timeline

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Listed for Sale
May 28, 2026
$2,850,000
Original listing
Agent: The May Group Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
May 28, 2026 New Listing Added $2,850,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
1 days
Price per Sq Ft
$791

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2026 $21,878 $3,280,000

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$21,878
Tax Year 2026
Assessed Value
$3,280,000

Listing Information

Listing Agent The May Group
Listing Office Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Agent MLS ID TEAM0215
Office MLS ID AN2064
Listing Data Updated May 29, 2026 7:57 AM 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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