Some homes speak softly and leave a lasting impression. Set proudly in Harvard Square, 159 Mount Auburn Street is full of quiet beauty - gracious proportions, incredible light, and a sense of timeless ease. When the current owners first stepped inside, the house was in rough shape, but the soaring ceilings, natural light, and unbeatable location captured their imagination. They’ve been shaping their home around those gifts ever since. With 3,014 square feet, 5 bedrooms, and 3.5 bathrooms, the house offers room to live expansively. Formal where it should be, relaxed where it matters most—it strikes a rare balance between elegance and ease. The kitchen opens to a private terrace, a calm retreat tucked away from the bustle. The neighborhood still feels like a village, with everything close by and neighbors who stop to say hello. A driveway for 2 cars adds ease. Solar panels, central A/C via heat pump, and careful stewardship make this home ready for what’s next.
Sold for $3,200,711
$3,200,711
159 Mount Auburn St, Cambridge, MA 02138
5beds
3,014sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1887
2,837 Square Feet Lot
$3,309,300 Zestimate®
$1,062/sqft
$-- Estimated rent
Home value
$3,309,300
$2.98M - $3.67M
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Listed by:
The May Group 617-429-3188,
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty 617-945-9161
Bought with:
Hollis Donaldson
Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73366724
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
- Level: Second
- Area: 208
- Dimensions: 13 x 16
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Wood
- Level: Second
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 12 x 13
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood
- Level: Second
- Area: 182
- Dimensions: 13 x 14
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring - Wood
- Level: Third
- Area: 130
- Dimensions: 10 x 13
Bedroom 5
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood
- Level: Third
- Area: 140
- Dimensions: 10 x 14
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Vinyl
- Level: First
- Area: 24
- Dimensions: 4 x 6
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: Second
- Area: 72
- Dimensions: 12 x 6
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Vinyl
- Level: Third
- Area: 54
- Dimensions: 6 x 9
Dining room
- Features: Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Pendant, Crown Molding, Pocket Door
- Level: First
- Area: 192
- Dimensions: 16 x 12
Family room
- Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Basement
- Area: 420
- Dimensions: 14 x 30
Kitchen
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Vinyl, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Exterior Access, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove, Lighting - Pendant, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding
- Level: First
- Area: 294
- Dimensions: 14 x 21
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Crown Molding, Pocket Door
- Level: First
- Area: 224
- Dimensions: 14 x 16
Heating
- Central, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Bathroom
- Flooring: Wood, Tile, Vinyl, Carpet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,014
- Total interior livable area: 3,014 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,528
- Finished area below ground: 486
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Off Street
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Patio
- Exterior features: Porch, Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Fenced Yard, Garden
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water, River
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: River,Water
Lot
- Size: 2,837 Square Feet
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 411060
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1887
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Thermostat
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, T-Station, University
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Cambridge
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,062/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,430,300
- Annual tax amount: $15,876
- Date on market: 9/20/2026
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/30/2025 | Sold | $3,200,711+19.4%$1,062/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73366724 Report a problem | ||
| 5/7/2025 | Contingent | $2,680,000$889/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73366724 Report a problem | ||
| 4/30/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,680,000$889/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73366724 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $15,432 +9.6% | $2,430,300 +2.2% |
| 2024 | $14,084 +8.6% | $2,379,000 +7.5% |
| 2023 | $12,966 +4.5% | $2,212,700 +5.5% |
| 2022 | $12,412 +5.2% | $2,096,600 +4% |
| 2021 | $11,795 +6.1% | $2,016,200 +4.3% |
| 2020 | $11,117 +8.4% | $1,933,400 +12% |
| 2019 | $10,258 -3.6% | $1,726,900 +2.1% |
| 2018 | $10,640 -0.8% | $1,691,500 +2.3% |
| 2017 | $10,726 +3.3% | $1,652,700 +11.3% |
| 2016 | $10,383 -1.8% | $1,485,400 +9.9% |
| 2015 | $10,571 -0.3% | $1,351,800 +6.8% |
| 2014 | $10,602 +3.3% | $1,265,200 +6.8% |
| 2013 | $10,259 +1.7% | $1,184,600 -0.5% |
| 2012 | $10,091 +5% | $1,190,000 +1.1% |
| 2011 | $9,608 +4.9% | $1,177,400 -0.8% |
| 2010 | $9,160 +2.1% | $1,186,500 |
| 2009 | $8,970 +1.8% | $1,186,500 -0.9% |
| 2008 | $8,812 -2.6% | $1,197,300 -1% |
| 2007 | $9,050 +3.2% | $1,209,900 +1.8% |
| 2006 | $8,772 +0.3% | $1,188,600 +5.7% |
| 2005 | $8,749 +13% | $1,124,600 +10.9% |
| 2004 | $7,740 +15.6% | $1,014,400 +10% |
| 2003 | $6,695 +2.6% | $922,200 +2% |
| 2002 | $6,528 +27.8% | $904,120 +70.7% |
| 2000 | $5,106 | $529,700 +10% |
| 1999 | -- | $481,500 |
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Neighborhood: West Cambridge
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