Beautiful "Brooklynesque" 1868 single-family brick rowhouse with wonderful character, high ceilings, and spacious rooms. Close to Harvard Square, the T, the Cambridge Public Library, Broadway Market, and the Harvard museums. The 1st floor layout has a formal living room with oversized windows, a separate dining room, and large kitchen overlooking the rear European style terrace.The 2nd floor has a primary suite with an adjoining study and bath and walk-in closet. The 3rd floor has 2 additional bedrooms, a reading room, and a bath with washer and dryer. There are pulldown stairs that lead to the large unfinished attic. In addition, the finished lower level has its own entrance and exit, and full bath, and is ideal for au-pair suite or playroom or media room and exercise room. Lots of storage on every level. Very special home.
Sold for $2,837,500
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$2,837,500
423 Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02138
4beds
3,366sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1868
2,672 Square Feet Lot
$3,158,400 Zestimate®
$843/sqft
$-- Estimated rent
Home value
$3,158,400
$2.91M - $3.47M
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Separate dining roomExercise roomFinished lower levelUnfinished atticOwn entrance and exitAu-pair suiteWasher and dryer
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
The Carol Kelly Team 617-686-9996,
Compass 617-303-0067,
Shannah Hall 617-686-9996
Bought with:
The Carol Kelly Team
Compass
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73294164
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Closet
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood
- Level: Third
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood
- Level: Third
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full
- Level: Second
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Dryer Hookup - Gas, Washer Hookup
- Level: Third
Dining room
- Features: Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood
- Level: First
Family room
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood
- Level: Basement
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Cabinets - Upgraded, Deck - Exterior
- Level: First
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Wood
- Level: First
Office
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood
- Level: Second
Heating
- Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Third Floor
Features
- Closet, Bathroom - Full, Office, Study, Exercise Room, Bathroom
- Flooring: Wood, Flooring - Wood
- Windows: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s)
- Basement: Full,Finished,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,366
- Total interior livable area: 3,366 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Off Street, Deeded
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split
- Patio & porch: Deck, Enclosed
- Exterior features: Deck, Patio - Enclosed, Storage, Fenced Yard, Garden
- Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
Lot
- Size: 2,672 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 409242
- Zoning: RES
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Stone, Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Shingle,Slate,Clay
Condition
- Year built: 1868
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Private School, Public School, University, Sidewalks
- Subdivision: Mid-Cambridge / Harvard Square
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Cambridge
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $843/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $3,044,500
- Annual tax amount: $15,540
- Date on market: 7/14/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/26/2025 | Sold | $2,837,500-4.6%$843/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73294164 Report a problem | ||
| 9/24/2024 | Listed for sale | $2,975,000-4%$884/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73294164 Report a problem | ||
| 7/20/2024 | Listing removed | $3,100,000$921/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73237848 Report a problem | ||
| 5/15/2024 | Listed for sale | $3,100,000+31.9%$921/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73237848 Report a problem | ||
| 9/1/2017 | Sold | $2,350,000-1.1%$698/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/14/2017 | Pending sale | $2,375,000$706/sqft |
Source: Compass #72173216 Report a problem | ||
| 5/31/2017 | Listed for sale | $2,375,000+69.8%$706/sqft |
Source: Compass #72173216 Report a problem | ||
| 12/4/2009 | Listing removed | $1,399,000$416/sqft |
Source: NRT NewEngland #70856723 Report a problem | ||
| 10/4/2009 | Listed for sale | $1,399,000-6.4%$416/sqft |
Source: NRT NewEngland #70856723 Report a problem | ||
| 2/26/2009 | Price change | $1,495,000-6.3%$444/sqft |
Source: NRT NewEngland #70856723 Report a problem | ||
| 12/22/2008 | Listed for sale | $1,595,000+22.8%$474/sqft |
Source: NRT NewEngland #70856723 Report a problem | ||
| 6/13/2007 | Sold | $1,299,000+10.6%$386/sqft |
Source: LINK #66693 Report a problem | ||
| 5/3/2004 | Sold | $1,175,000+31.9%$349/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/20/2001 | Sold | $891,000+131.4%$265/sqft |
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| 9/19/1988 | Sold | $385,000$114/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $19,519 +8.3% | $3,073,800 +1% |
| 2024 | $18,023 +9.6% | $3,044,500 +8.5% |
| 2023 | $16,447 +8.6% | $2,806,600 +9.7% |
| 2022 | $15,147 +8.9% | $2,558,600 +7.6% |
| 2021 | $13,915 +3.7% | $2,378,700 +1.9% |
| 2020 | $13,421 +5.8% | $2,334,000 +9.3% |
| 2019 | $12,681 +6.9% | $2,134,900 +13.2% |
| 2018 | $11,858 +2% | $1,885,200 +5.2% |
| 2017 | $11,628 +4.8% | $1,791,700 +12.8% |
| 2016 | $11,100 +1.1% | $1,588,000 +13.1% |
| 2015 | $10,977 -1.2% | $1,403,700 +5.9% |
| 2014 | $11,111 +4.4% | $1,325,900 +7.9% |
| 2013 | $10,644 +3.1% | $1,229,100 +1% |
| 2012 | $10,320 +7.2% | $1,217,000 +3.1% |
| 2011 | $9,628 +10.1% | $1,179,900 +4.2% |
| 2010 | $8,741 +2.1% | $1,132,200 |
| 2009 | $8,559 +18.2% | $1,132,200 +15.1% |
| 2008 | $7,241 +3.4% | $983,800 +5.1% |
| 2007 | $7,004 +1.9% | $936,300 +0.6% |
| 2006 | $6,871 -12.7% | $931,000 -8% |
| 2005 | $7,872 +30.6% | $1,011,800 +28.1% |
| 2004 | $6,028 +17.7% | $790,000 +12% |
| 2003 | $5,121 +39.6% | $705,400 +85.3% |
| 2000 | $3,669 | $380,600 +4.1% |
| 1999 | -- | $365,600 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Mid-Cambridge
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10John M. Tobin Montessori SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 7/10Putnam Avenue Upper SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 8/10Cambridge Rindge and Latin SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: King Open
- 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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