A sunny single family that feels like living in the country. Unusual modified salt box style cedar shingle home. Tucked away on a private cup-de-sac in North Cambridge this 3 bedroom plus study/nursery has a private flowering garden and patio. Lovingly maintained to a high standard with updated country kitchen, recessed lighting, polished pine floors and high ceilings. New 2025 roof, new AC splits on all 3 floors, new 2025 carpeting on third floor. Loft like bedroom on 3rd floor with windows on three sides and full bath. New half bath on first floor for a total of 2.5 baths. Solar on roof to offset electric bills. Raised vegetable/flower beds in front South facing and lovely garden on East side. In ground irrigation system in yard. One car parking in front by custom. Tons of extra storage and full laundry in basement. This house packs a lot of amenities for the square footage. A gem ready for the taking. Easy walk to Alewife or Davis T stations. Taxes reflect residential exemption.
Sold for $1,400,000
$1,400,000
1 Olive Pl, Cambridge, MA 02140
3beds
1,470sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1895
1,742 Square Feet Lot
$1,412,500 Zestimate®
$952/sqft
$4,549 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,412,500
$1.31M - $1.53M
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Full laundry in basementLovely gardenPrivate flowering gardenPrivate cup-de-sacUpdated country kitchenPolished pine floorsRecessed lighting
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Listed by:
Margot Hull 617-515-3188,
Fairfield Properties 617-515-3188
Bought with:
Dara Singleton
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate - The Shanahan Group
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73426043
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Wood, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Second
- Area: 140.93
- Dimensions: 11.58 x 12.17
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Second
- Area: 135.14
- Dimensions: 11.58 x 11.67
Bedroom 3
- Level: Third
- Area: 314.31
- Dimensions: 12.92 x 24.33
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: Second
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: Third
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Recessed Lighting
- Level: First
- Area: 114.72
- Dimensions: 9.83 x 11.67
Kitchen
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Wood, Kitchen Island, Country Kitchen, Stainless Steel Appliances, Wainscoting
- Level: First
- Area: 144.08
- Dimensions: 11.08 x 13
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Cable Hookup, High Speed Internet Hookup, Recessed Lighting
- Level: First
- Area: 141.9
- Dimensions: 11.58 x 12.25
Heating
- Central, Baseboard, Heat Pump, Natural Gas, Ductless
Cooling
- 3 or More, Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Study, Finish - Sheetrock, Internet Available - Broadband
- Flooring: Wood, Carpet, Pine, Flooring - Wood
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry,Concrete,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,470
- Total interior livable area: 1,470 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,470
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: On Street, Assigned
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch - Enclosed, Patio, Enclosed
- Exterior features: Porch - Enclosed, Patio, Patio - Enclosed, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard, Garden
- Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
Lot
- Size: 1,742 sqft
- Features: Cul-De-Sac, Level
Details
- Parcel number: 413785
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Saltbox
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- Year built: 1895
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Green energy
- Energy generation: Solar
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station, University
Location
- Region: Cambridge
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Contract,Lender Approval Required
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/22/2025 | Sold | $1,400,000+9.8%$952/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73426043 Report a problem | ||
| 9/4/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,275,000+537.5%$867/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73426043 Report a problem | ||
| 10/14/1987 | Sold | $200,000$136/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,970 +6% | $940,100 -1.2% |
| 2024 | $5,631 +8% | $951,200 +6.9% |
| 2023 | $5,215 +4.3% | $890,000 +5.4% |
| 2022 | $4,999 +4.4% | $844,500 +3.2% |
| 2021 | $4,787 +5.9% | $818,300 +4.1% |
| 2020 | $4,519 +6.8% | $785,900 +10.3% |
| 2019 | $4,233 +7.5% | $712,700 +13.8% |
| 2018 | $3,939 +2.6% | $626,200 +5.9% |
| 2017 | $3,838 +1.9% | $591,300 +9.7% |
| 2016 | $3,768 +0.8% | $539,100 +12.8% |
| 2015 | $3,739 +0.1% | $478,100 +7.3% |
| 2014 | $3,734 -0.8% | $445,600 +2.5% |
| 2013 | $3,764 -0.3% | $434,600 -2.4% |
| 2012 | $3,775 +3.9% | $445,200 |
| 2011 | $3,633 +12.4% | $445,200 +6.3% |
| 2010 | $3,233 +2.1% | $418,800 |
| 2009 | $3,166 +0% | $418,800 -2.6% |
| 2008 | $3,165 -2% | $430,000 -0.4% |
| 2007 | $3,230 +3.1% | $431,800 +1.7% |
| 2006 | $3,133 -1.4% | $424,500 +3.9% |
| 2005 | $3,179 +14% | $408,600 +11.8% |
| 2004 | $2,789 +20.9% | $365,500 +15% |
| 2003 | $2,307 +5.6% | $317,800 +5% |
| 2002 | $2,185 +2.9% | $302,700 +37.5% |
| 2000 | $2,123 | $220,200 +15% |
| 1999 | -- | $191,500 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: North Cambridge
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Peabody SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 8/10Rindge Avenue Upper SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 8/10Cambridge Rindge and Latin SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Lottery
- Middle: Lottery
- High: Crls
Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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