Tucked at the very end of a private way in Harvard Square, 12 Ash Street Place is a rare survivor of old Cambridge character—timeworn, soulful, and warmly inviting. The 1847 home offers gracious proportions, rich moldings, and a meandering layout of generous rooms and quiet nooks. The expansive living room, with walls of windows, has a kind of Cambridge grandeur without gloss—equally inviting for lively gatherings or quiet conversation. A footpath from the front door leads to Harvard Square, a secret passage from this tucked-away solitude to the city’s vibrant bustle. The kitchen, with its classic Garland range, built-in seating, and wisteria-draped deck, captures the house’s spirit: lived-in, unpretentious, and full of heart. The property asks for stewardship—and, yes, some elbow grease—from someone who sees the beauty in what time has shaped. Like a favorite old pair of jeans, it’s comfortably broken-in and impossible to replace. Parking is by custom on the private way.
Sold for $3,500,000
$3,500,000
12 Ash Street Pl, Cambridge, MA 02138
5beds
4,379sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1847
6,499 Square Feet Lot
$3,513,600 Zestimate®
$799/sqft
$7,562 Estimated rent
Home value
$3,513,600
$3.27M - $3.79M
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Lauren Holleran Team 617-913-2203,
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty 617-945-9161,
Lauren Holleran 617-913-2203
Bought with:
Lauren Holleran Team
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73447039
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 420
- Dimensions: 28 x 15
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 11 x 13
Bedroom 3
- Level: Third
- Area: 165
- Dimensions: 11 x 15
Bedroom 4
- Level: Third
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 11 x 12
Bedroom 5
- Level: Third
- Area: 140
- Dimensions: 10 x 14
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Level: First
- Area: 15
- Dimensions: 5 x 3
Bathroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 77
- Dimensions: 11 x 7
Bathroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 81
- Dimensions: 9 x 9
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 140
- Dimensions: 14 x 10
Family room
- Level: Second
- Area: 196
- Dimensions: 14 x 14
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 150
- Dimensions: 10 x 15
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 435
- Dimensions: 29 x 15
Heating
- Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Bathroom, Entry Hall, Library, Sitting Room
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Interior Entry,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 6
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,379
- Total interior livable area: 4,379 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,379
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Assigned
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Deck, Patio, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard
- Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
Lot
- Size: 6,499 Square Feet
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 411064
- Zoning: UNK
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Stone, Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1847
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, T-Station, University
- Subdivision: Harvard Square
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Cambridge
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $799/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $4,693,200
- Annual tax amount: $27,411
- Date on market: 1/8/2026
- Listing terms: Contract
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/5/2026 | Sold | $3,500,000-12.4%$799/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73447039 Report a problem | ||
| 1/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $3,995,000$912/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73447039 Report a problem | ||
| 11/24/2025 | Listing removed | $3,995,000$912/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73447039 Report a problem | ||
| 10/23/2025 | Listed for sale | $3,995,000-6%$912/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73447039 Report a problem | ||
| 10/6/2025 | Listing removed | $4,250,000$971/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73432711 Report a problem | ||
| 9/18/2025 | Listed for sale | $4,250,000-12.4%$971/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73432711 Report a problem | ||
| 7/15/2025 | Listing removed | $4,850,000$1,108/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73378338 Report a problem | ||
| 5/21/2025 | Listed for sale | $4,850,000+385%$1,108/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73378338 Report a problem | ||
| 2/6/1996 | Sold | $1,000,000$228/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $29,802 +12% | $4,693,200 +4.4% |
| 2024 | $26,619 +10.5% | $4,496,500 +9.4% |
| 2023 | $24,093 +9.6% | $4,111,500 +10.8% |
| 2022 | $21,977 +7.8% | $3,712,300 +6.6% |
| 2021 | $20,380 +6.4% | $3,483,700 +4.6% |
| 2020 | $19,152 +8.1% | $3,330,700 +11.7% |
| 2019 | $17,717 -3.2% | $2,982,600 +2.5% |
| 2018 | $18,305 0% | $2,910,200 +3.2% |
| 2017 | $18,306 +3.3% | $2,820,600 +11.3% |
| 2016 | $17,720 -1.3% | $2,535,000 +10.4% |
| 2015 | $17,962 -1.6% | $2,296,900 +5.4% |
| 2014 | $18,254 +2.2% | $2,178,300 +5.7% |
| 2013 | $17,853 +2.2% | $2,061,500 +0.1% |
| 2012 | $17,464 +5.8% | $2,059,400 +1.8% |
| 2011 | $16,500 +5.9% | $2,022,000 +0.2% |
| 2010 | $15,585 +5.9% | $2,018,800 +3.7% |
| 2009 | $14,723 +3.1% | $1,947,500 +0.3% |
| 2008 | $14,286 -5.9% | $1,941,100 -4.4% |
| 2007 | $15,183 -1.8% | $2,029,800 -3.1% |
| 2006 | $15,461 -9.2% | $2,095,000 -4.3% |
| 2005 | $17,025 -24.3% | $2,188,300 -25.8% |
| 2004 | $22,502 +17.4% | $2,949,200 +11.7% |
| 2003 | $19,174 +2.6% | $2,641,100 +2% |
| 2002 | $18,694 +66.5% | $2,589,265 +122.3% |
| 2000 | $11,226 | $1,164,500 +10% |
| 1999 | -- | $1,058,600 |
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Neighborhood: West Cambridge
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GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Maria L. Baldwin SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 7/10Putnam Avenue Upper SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 8/10Cambridge Rindge and Latin SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 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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