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  • $2,899,400

    21 Stearns St, Cambridge, MA 02138

    4beds
    2,274sqft
    SingleFamily
    Built in 1890
    4,356 Square Feet Lot
    $2,899,400 Zestimate®
    $1,275/sqft
    $6,948 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $2,899,400

    $2.67M - $3.16M

    $6,948/mo

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    What's special

    If walls could talk this beautiful Victorian home would say thank you for all the tender love and care! Pride of ownership is shown throughout this single family in Observatory Hill. The first level has an open floor concept with a large eat-in kitchen, formal dining area, living room & half bathroom. The kitchen has granite countertops with an extended peninsula & sliding patio doors that open to a large deck and lush green yard. The second floor has hardwood flooring throughout, three bedrooms & a bonus room which could be used as a study or family room. The master suite is situated on the third floor of the home, with a private deck among the colorful green tree tops. Many updates have been done to the home including new hardwood flooring, bathroom renovations, new driveway, new basement flooring plus a newer heating system & ductwork! Enjoy all of the perks of residential living yet only moments away from the vibrant squares Harvard, Porter & Davis & also Huron Village.

    This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Zillow. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources.

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Forced air, Gas
    Features
    • Cable Available, Security System
    • Basement: Unfinished
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 2,274 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Garage - Detached
    Features
    • Exterior features: Other
    Lot
    • Size: 4,356 sqft
    Details
    • Parcel number: CAMBM00228L00041

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Conventional
    Materials
    • Roof: Asphalt
    Condition
    • Year built: 1890

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Cambridge

    Other

    Other facts
    • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Golf Course, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House Of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, University
    • Construction: Frame
    • Electric Feature: 200 Amps
    • Exterior: Clapboard, Shingles
    • Flooring: Wood, Tile
    • Master Bath: Yes
    • Roof Material: Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles
    • Utility Connections: Washer Hookup, For Gas Range
    • Hot Water: Natural Gas
    • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer - Energy Star, Washer - Energy Star
    • Bed2 Dscrp: Flooring - Hardwood, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built
    • Bed2 Level: Second Floor
    • Bed3 Level: Second Floor
    • Bth1 Level: First Floor
    • Insulation Feature: Full
    • Interior Features: Cable Available, Security System
    • Kit Level: First Floor
    • Mbr Dscrp: Flooring - Hardwood, Bathroom - Full, French Doors, Balcony / Deck, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built
    • Din Dscrp: Flooring - Wood, Recessed Lighting
    • Din Level: First Floor
    • Bth2 Level: Second Floor
    • Bed3 Dscrp: Flooring - Hardwood, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built
    • Bth1 Dscrp: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Bathroom - Half, Remodeled
    • Bth2 Dscrp: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Remodeled
    • Bth3 Dscrp: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall
    • Heating: Central Heat, Forced Air
    • Kit Dscrp: Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Cabinets - Upgraded, Deck - Exterior, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Kitchen Island, Stainless Steel Appliances, Open Floor Plan, Remodeled, Slider, Exterior Access, Gas Stove, Lighting - Overhead
    • Style: Victorian
    • Mbr Level: Third Floor
    • Bth3 Level: Third Floor
    • Basement Feature: Full, Interior Access, Concrete Floor, Bulkhead
    • Lead Paint: Unknown
    • Exterior Features: Deck, Deck - Wood, Patio, Hot Tub/Spa, Gutters, Fenced Yard, Storage Shed
    • Foundation: Fieldstone, Brick
    • Laundry Dscrp: Dryer Hookup - Electric, Washer Hookup
    • Laundry Level: Second Floor
    • Road Type: Public, Paved, Sidewalk
    • Liv Dscrp: Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floor Plan, Recessed Lighting, Ceiling Fan(s)
    • Liv Level: First Floor
    • Lot Description: Paved Drive, Level, Fenced/Enclosed
    • Sf Type: Detached

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    7/15/2019Sold$2,030,000-3.3%$893/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    6/6/2019Price change$2,100,000-4.5%$923/sqft
    Source: Compass #72505077 Report a problem
    6/6/2019Pending sale$2,200,000$967/sqft
    Source: Compass #72505077 Report a problem
    5/22/2019Listed for sale$2,200,000+568.7%$967/sqft
    Source: Compass #72505077 Report a problem
    10/4/1993Sold$329,000+46.2%$145/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    5/20/1992Sold$225,000$99/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$13,595 +8.6%$2,140,900 +1.2%
    2024$12,518 +10.1%$2,114,500 +9%
    2023$11,372 +6.9%$1,940,600 +8%
    2022$10,638 +6.4%$1,797,000 +5.1%
    2021$10,001 +19.1%$1,709,600 +17.1%
    2020$8,397 +1%$1,460,300 +4.3%
    2019$8,316 +3.6%$1,400,000 +9.7%
    2018$8,027 +0.9%$1,276,200 +4.1%
    2017$7,953 +2.1%$1,225,400 +9.9%
    2016$7,792 +1.3%$1,114,800 +13.4%
    2015$7,690 +1.3%$983,400 +8.5%
    2014$7,595 -2.1%$906,300 +1.2%
    2013$7,754 +3.8%$895,400 +1.6%
    2012$7,470 +4%$880,900 +0%
    2011$7,186 +7.5%$880,600 +1.7%
    2010$6,686 +2.1%$866,100
    2009$6,548 +0.8%$866,100 -1.9%
    2008$6,498 -5%$882,900 -3.4%
    2007$6,840 +3.8%$914,400 +2.4%
    2006$6,592 -6.4%$893,200 -1.3%
    2005$7,042 +26.6%$905,200 +24.2%
    2004$5,562 +17.7%$728,900 +12%
    2003$4,725 +5.6%$650,800 +5%
    2002$4,475 +5.7%$619,800 +41.1%
    2000$4,235 $439,300 +5%
    1999-- $418,400

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: Peabody

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Graham & Parks
    • Middle: Graham & Parks
    • High: Rindge & Latin

    Source: The MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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