The home unfolds across multiple thoughtfully designed levels, offering a balance of open gathering spaces and private retreats. The main level features a welcoming living room with fireplace, flowing seamlessly into the dining area and chef-ready kitchen anchored by a generous quartz island. Designed for both everyday living and entertaining, the kitchen opens directly to a rear deck and landscaped yard, creating an effortless indoor–outdoor connection. Upper levels include well-proportioned bedrooms, highlighted by a spacious primary suite with ample closet space and a spa-like bath. Additional bedrooms offer flexibility for guests, office, or growing households. The lower level provides valuable bonus space ideal for a family room, gym, or media area, along with storage and utilities. Positioned on a quiet street moments from parks, trails, golf, and neighborhood conveniences, with seamless access to Cambridge’s most vibrant destinations.
Sold for $2,888,000
$2,888,000
161 Cushing St, Cambridge, MA 02138
4beds
3,803sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2025
5,050 Square Feet Lot
$2,678,900 Zestimate®
$759/sqft
$4,149 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,678,900
$2.36M - $3.00M
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Landscaped yardThoughtfully designed levelsSpa-like bathQuiet streetPrivate retreatsWell-proportioned bedroomsOpen gathering spaces
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Listed by:
Kendall Green Luce Team 617-233-6585,
Compass 617-303-0067,
Kendall Luce 617-233-6585
Bought with:
Currier, Lane & Young
Compass
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73470829
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Level: First
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Level: Second
Bathroom 3
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Level: First
Family room
- Level: Basement
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Heating
- Central, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Second Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- 3/4 Bath, Bathroom
- Flooring: Wood, Tile, Engineered Hardwood
- Basement: Full,Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,803
- Total interior livable area: 3,803 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,603
- Finished area below ground: 1,200
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Lot
- Size: 5,050 sqft
Details
- Parcel number: 418303
- Zoning: R
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Stone
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Block
- Roof: Rubber
Condition
- Year built: 2025
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Location
- Region: Cambridge
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/22/2026 | Sold | $2,888,000-3.6%$759/sqft |
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| 3/13/2026 | Contingent | $2,995,000$788/sqft |
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| 2/24/2026 | Price change | $2,995,000-4.8%$788/sqft |
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| 2/4/2026 | Price change | $3,145,000-1.6%$827/sqft |
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| 1/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $3,195,000$840/sqft |
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| 1/20/2026 | Listing removed | $3,195,000$840/sqft |
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| 11/21/2025 | Price change | $3,195,000-0.2%$840/sqft |
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| 11/6/2025 | Listed for sale | $3,199,900+20.8%$841/sqft |
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| 3/5/2025 | Listing removed | $2,649,900$697/sqft |
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| 2/18/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,649,900+47.6%$697/sqft |
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| 8/1/2024 | Listing removed | $1,795,000$472/sqft |
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| 6/21/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,795,000+2.6%$472/sqft |
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| 1/2/2024 | Listing removed | $1,749,900$460/sqft |
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| 12/7/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,749,900+27.3%$460/sqft |
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| 11/21/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 11/15/2022 | Price change | $4,000+25%$1/sqft |
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| 11/1/2022 | Listed for rent | $3,200+6.7%$1/sqft |
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| 11/18/2021 | Sold | $1,375,000-13.8%$362/sqft |
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| 11/11/2021 | Pending sale | $1,595,000$419/sqft |
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| 9/22/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 9/21/2021 | Pending sale | $1,595,000$419/sqft |
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| 7/21/2021 | Listed for sale | $1,595,000$419/sqft |
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| 7/14/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 6/12/2021 | Listed for rent | $3,000+1.7%$1/sqft |
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| 7/27/2019 | Listing removed | $2,950$1/sqft |
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| 7/14/2019 | Listed for rent | $2,950$1/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,739 +7.8% | $1,376,200 +0.5% |
| 2024 | $8,109 +7.6% | $1,369,700 +6.5% |
| 2023 | $7,535 +7.3% | $1,285,800 +8.4% |
| 2022 | $7,023 +3.1% | $1,186,400 +1.8% |
| 2021 | $6,815 +4.3% | $1,164,900 +2.5% |
| 2020 | $6,536 +5.6% | $1,136,700 +9% |
| 2019 | $6,192 +6.6% | $1,042,400 +12.9% |
| 2018 | $5,806 +2.7% | $923,100 +6% |
| 2017 | $5,653 +3.1% | $871,000 +11.1% |
| 2016 | $5,482 +1.3% | $784,300 +13.4% |
| 2015 | $5,411 +5.5% | $691,900 +13.1% |
| 2014 | $5,128 +0.6% | $611,900 +4% |
| 2013 | $5,095 +3% | $588,300 +0.8% |
| 2012 | $4,949 +3.9% | $583,600 |
| 2011 | $4,762 +3.9% | $583,600 -1.7% |
| 2010 | $4,582 +1.1% | $593,500 -1% |
| 2009 | $4,530 +1% | $599,200 -1.7% |
| 2008 | $4,486 +5.7% | $609,500 +7.5% |
| 2007 | $4,243 +0.9% | $567,200 -0.5% |
| 2006 | $4,205 -1.6% | $569,800 +3.8% |
| 2005 | $4,272 +18.4% | $549,100 +16.2% |
| 2004 | $3,607 +20.9% | $472,700 +15% |
| 2003 | $2,984 +7.6% | $411,000 +7% |
| 2002 | $2,773 -4% | $384,100 +28.1% |
| 2000 | $2,890 | $299,800 +34.7% |
| 1999 | -- | $222,500 |
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Neighborhood: Strawberry Hill
Nearby schools
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- 7/10Haggerty SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.1 mi
- 8/10Rindge Avenue Upper SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.5 mi
- 8/10Cambridge Rindge and Latin SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.1 mi
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