Charming, move-in-ready cottage with expansion potential, conveniently located near Harvard Square and Charles River. Thoughtfully refreshed with recently refinished floors, freshly painted interiors, and new recessed lighting throughout.The main level features an open living and dining area that flows naturally to a wooden deck and private backyard—ideal for everyday living and entertaining. The galley kitchen offers an excellent opportunity for future expansion or customization. Both bedrooms include generous double closets, while two full baths provide flexibility; one has been more recently updated.The finished lower level adds valuable living space with a comfortable family room, plus dedicated laundry and storage. The home’s exterior was painted within the past few years, and a convenient two-car driveway adds everyday ease.
Under contract
$1,550,000
11 Sparks St, Cambridge, MA 02138
2beds
1,420sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1873
2,535 Square Feet Lot
$1,564,500 Zestimate®
$1,092/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Move-in-ready cottageWooden deckPrivate backyardDedicated laundry and storageRecently refinished floorsNew recessed lighting throughoutConvenient two-car driveway
- 25 days
- 1,738
- 88
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Minka Vanbeuzekom 617-596-1547,
Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge 617-864-4430
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73581701
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Bathroom 1
- Level: Second
Bathroom 2
- Level: Basement
Dining room
- Level: First
Family room
- Level: Basement
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Heating
- Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Partial,Finished,Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry,Concrete
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,420
- Total interior livable area: 1,420 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,120
- Finished area below ground: 300
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck - Wood
- Exterior features: Deck - Wood, Fenced Yard
- Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City View(s)
Lot
- Size: 2,535 Square Feet
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 416074
- Zoning: ResB
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Antique,Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1873
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Highway Access, University
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Cambridge
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,092/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,296,800
- Annual tax amount: $8,650
- Date on market: 9/23/2026
- Exclusions: None
Estimated market value
$1,564,500
$1.49M - $1.64M
$4,823/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/9/2026 | Contingent | $1,550,000$1,092/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73581701 Report a problem | ||
| 9/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,550,000+11051.1%$1,092/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73581701 Report a problem | ||
| 12/20/1989 | Sold | $13,900$10/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,138 +8.1% | $1,281,500 +0.8% |
| 2024 | $7,526 +7.6% | $1,271,300 +6.5% |
| 2023 | $6,996 +2.5% | $1,193,800 +3.6% |
| 2022 | $6,824 +3.9% | $1,152,700 +2.7% |
| 2021 | $6,566 +5% | $1,122,400 +3.2% |
| 2020 | $6,256 +9.8% | $1,088,000 +13.4% |
| 2019 | $5,699 -3.6% | $959,400 +2.1% |
| 2018 | $5,909 -2.2% | $939,500 +1% |
| 2017 | $6,040 +3.8% | $930,600 +11.7% |
| 2016 | $5,821 -2.3% | $832,800 +9.3% |
| 2015 | $5,956 +3.6% | $761,700 +11% |
| 2014 | $5,749 +5% | $686,000 +8.5% |
| 2013 | $5,476 +2.4% | $632,300 +0.3% |
| 2012 | $5,346 +3.9% | $630,400 |
| 2011 | $5,144 +5.9% | $630,400 +0.2% |
| 2010 | $4,857 +2.1% | $629,200 |
| 2009 | $4,757 -0.9% | $629,200 -3.6% |
| 2008 | $4,802 -2.9% | $652,400 -1.3% |
| 2007 | $4,946 +1.8% | $661,200 +0.4% |
| 2006 | $4,860 -5.1% | $658,500 |
| 2005 | $5,123 +12.4% | $658,500 +10.2% |
| 2004 | $4,558 +15.6% | $597,400 +10% |
| 2003 | $3,943 +2.6% | $543,100 +2% |
| 2002 | $3,844 +21.8% | $532,420 +62.7% |
| 2000 | $3,155 | $327,300 +10% |
| 1999 | -- | $297,500 |
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