Meticulously renovated Cambridge residence offers an exceptional blend of contemporary elegance and classic charm. Situated in the coveted Half Crown district, just steps from the Charles River and Harvard Square, this home provides the perfect balance of academic convenience and residential tranquility.The spacious interior features soaring ceilings, abundant natural light, and a thoughtful open-plan layout. The kitchen, adorned with custom oak cabinetry and high-quality appliances, is a culinary dream. The adjacent living room, featuring a cozy wood-burning fireplace and built-in bench seating, invites relaxation and contemplation. A dedicated office nook, complete with floor-to-ceiling bookshelves, provides a serene space for scholarly pursuits. The private outdoor spaces are equally impressive. The landscaped garden, featuring mature plantings and a secluded patio, offers a peaceful retreat from the bustling city. Convenient to the Charles River, HBS, West Cambridge and Harvard Sq
Sold for $2,520,000
$2,520,000
20 Brown St, Cambridge, MA 02138
3beds
1,440sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1873
2,297 Square Feet Lot
$2,649,700 Zestimate®
$1,750/sqft
$3,390 Estimated rent
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$2,649,700
$2.44M - $2.86M
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Listed by:
Currier, Lane & Young 617-593-3166,
Compass 617-303-0067,
Maggie Currier 617-593-3120
Bought with:
Merullo Peoples Team
Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73287978
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
Bedroom 3
- Level: First
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Level: First
Dining room
- Level: Second
Kitchen
- Level: Second
Living room
- Level: Second
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Tankless Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Basement: Partially Finished,Bulkhead,Sump Pump
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,440
- Total interior livable area: 1,440 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Off Street
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Features
- Patio & porch: Enclosed
- Exterior features: Patio - Enclosed, Garden
Lot
- Size: 2,297 sqft
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 415894
- Zoning: res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Stone, Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1873
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, T-Station, University
Location
- Region: Cambridge
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/22/2024 | Sold | $2,520,000+14.8%$1,750/sqft |
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| 9/10/2024 | Listed for sale | $2,195,000+51.4%$1,524/sqft |
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| 7/17/2019 | Sold | $1,450,000-9.3%$1,007/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/28/2019 | Pending sale | $1,599,000$1,110/sqft |
Source: Unlimited Sotheby's International Realty #72521367 Report a problem | ||
| 6/19/2019 | Listed for sale | $1,599,000+377.3%$1,110/sqft |
Source: Unlimited Sotheby's International Realty #72521367 Report a problem | ||
| 4/2/1990 | Sold | $335,000$233/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $13,157 +8.3% | $2,071,900 +1% |
| 2024 | $12,150 +7.8% | $2,052,400 +6.7% |
| 2023 | $11,270 +10.1% | $1,923,200 +11.2% |
| 2022 | $10,236 +4.7% | $1,729,000 +3.4% |
| 2021 | $9,781 +5.9% | $1,671,900 +4.1% |
| 2020 | $9,238 +8.9% | $1,606,600 +12.5% |
| 2019 | $8,485 -4% | $1,428,400 +1.7% |
| 2018 | $8,837 -1.4% | $1,405,000 +1.7% |
| 2017 | $8,965 +4.2% | $1,381,300 +12.2% |
| 2016 | $8,602 -2.1% | $1,230,600 +9.5% |
| 2015 | $8,790 +0.5% | $1,124,100 +7.7% |
| 2014 | $8,745 +4.6% | $1,043,600 +8.1% |
| 2013 | $8,359 +2.6% | $965,200 +0.4% |
| 2012 | $8,151 +3.9% | $961,200 |
| 2011 | $7,843 +3.9% | $961,200 -1.7% |
| 2010 | $7,550 +2.1% | $978,000 |
| 2009 | $7,394 +0.8% | $978,000 -1.9% |
| 2008 | $7,335 -2.4% | $996,600 -0.8% |
| 2007 | $7,513 +2.7% | $1,004,400 +1.3% |
| 2006 | $7,319 -2.9% | $991,800 +2.4% |
| 2005 | $7,538 -6.9% | $968,900 -8.7% |
| 2004 | $8,098 +15.6% | $1,061,400 +10% |
| 2003 | $7,005 -7.5% | $964,900 -8% |
| 2002 | $7,572 +24.5% | $1,048,800 +66.2% |
| 2000 | $6,084 | $631,100 +10% |
| 1999 | -- | $573,700 |
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Neighborhood: West Cambridge
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Maria L. Baldwin SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 7/10Putnam Avenue Upper SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1 mi
- 8/10Cambridge Rindge and Latin SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
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