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137 Otis Street, Cambridge MA 02141

Cambridge, MA 02141 • East Cambridge
$1,495,000
Est. $8,039/month
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,831
Sq Ft
$816
Price/Sq Ft
0.02
Acres
1902
Year Built
12 hours 38 minutes
Time on Market
Active Open House Listed Jul 8, 2026 • MLS# 73546702 Copied! • Updated Jul 8, 2026

Open House Schedule

09
Jul
Thursday, July 9
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM EDT
12
Jul
Sunday, July 12
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM EDT
11
Jul
Saturday, July 11
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM EDT

About this home

In a neighborhood prized for its walkability, connectivity, and family-friendly atmosphere, this c.1902 East Cambridge four-bedroom row house offers the space, flexibility, and private outdoor living, hard to find, and so close to Kendall Square. Behind its charming blue façade and signature pastel pink front door lies a thoughtfully renovated (2021) single family home that balances historic character with modern living, warmth and personality. At its heart, the open-concept living and dining area creates an inviting gathering space, anchored by a fireplace. A stylish eat-in kitchen pairs quartz tops and charcoal cabinetry, seamlessly connecting to a fully fenced backyard. Four bedrooms provide exceptional versatility for growing family, remote work, guest accommodations, or creative pursuits. Stylish, the bathrooms embrace color, pattern, and playful designs. Conveniently located, 0.5 mile to Kendall Square and Lechmere Ts, parks, playgrounds, cafes, restaurants and shopping

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Property History

Market Insights

35.6%
Price Range
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

🏠
Listed for Sale
Jul 8, 2026
$1,495,000
Original listing
Agent: Sandrine Deschaux Office: RE/MAX Real Estate Center
Previous Transaction - MLS #72789872
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
Apr 23, 2021
$962,500
MLS #72789872

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2026 $3,353 $998,200

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$3,353
Tax Year 2026
Assessed Value
$998,200

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1902
Living Area 1,831 sq ft
Lot Size 0.02 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 7

Interior

Heating Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling Window Unit(s), Other
Flooring Wood, Tile, Hardwood, Pine
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement Full, Interior Entry
Laundry Second Floor
Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Colonial, Other (see Remarks)
Roof Shingle
Features Fenced Yard, Other
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced
Patio/Porch None
Features On Street
Electric 100 Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range
Annual Tax $3,353
Assessed Value $998,200
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Seller Disclosures Re Taxes Indicated With Residential Exemption; Letter Of Deleading Compliance On File;
Exclusions None
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
House Color blue
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures Does not include basement
Documents None
County Middlesex

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1902
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,831 sq ft
Total Rooms
7

Room Details

First Floor

Dining Room
Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan
Kitchen
Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances
Living Room
Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box

Second Floor

Bathroom1
Bathroom - Tiled With Tub, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Picture
Bedroom3
Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom2
Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Master Bedroom
Cathedral Ceiling(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood

Third Floor

Bedroom4
Vaulted Ceiling(s), Closet, Flooring - Wood

Other Floor

Bedroom5
Bathroom2
Bathroom3
Office
Family Room
Master Bathroom
No

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile, Hardwood, Pine
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Full, Interior Entry
Laundry: Second Floor
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial, Other (See Remarks)
Year Built: 1902
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Stone, Brick/Mortar

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Hot Water, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 2
Cooling: Window Unit(s), Other
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features: Thermostat

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Other
Patio & Porch:
Fencing: Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Level, Other
Road Frontage: 0.00 ft
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Parking Features: On Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Living Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station, University
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
C
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
0.9 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
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
St. Peter Elementary School
2.4 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Friends School
2.6 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Montessori School
2.7 mi
Grades PK-06
Shady Hill School
2.8 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
2.8 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
Lycee International de Boston/International School of Boston, Inc.
3.3 mi
Grades 01-12
Fayerweather Street School
3.8 mi
Grades PK-08
C+
King Open School
0.4 mi | #500 of 824 | Score: 44.7
Dropped 179 spots from last year
-13.5 below state avg
391 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
M

Middle Schools

5 schools
Allium Montessori School
1.9 mi
Grades 01-06
B+
Darby Vassall Upper School
0.2 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
C+
Cambridge Street Upper School
0.4 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
A-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
1.5 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
2.7 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
H

High Schools

3 schools
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
0.2 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
NuVu Innovation School
1.0 mi
Grades 08-12
Farr Academy School
1.2 mi
Grades 07-12
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137 Otis Street, Cambridge MA 02141

Cambridge, MA 02141

Listing Information

Listing Agent Sandrine Deschaux
Listing Office RE/MAX Real Estate Center
Office Phone 617-576-3800
Agent MLS ID BB804351
Office MLS ID AN8908
Listing Data Updated Jul 8, 2026 4:55 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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