A Provincetown poet’s cottage in the heart of Riverside. Though modest in scale, this 1868 clapboard single-family lives larger than its footprint, with light, views, and thoughtful details. The front porch—with its swing, broad enough for books and conversation—sets a welcoming tone and opens to a living room with exposed beams, hardwood floors, and a fine Danish wood stove. A full eat-in kitchen with writing nook, wine fridge, and custom barnwood cabinetry anchors the home. Each of the two baths offers character: a full main-floor bath with walk-in shower, and upstairs, a luminous bath with glass-enclosed shower and clawfoot tub. Three open exposures—one overlooking the leafy pocket park across the street—offer long views and a sense of space and calm. A dry, full-height basement with laundry, workbench, and storage extends the living space. With two-car parking, plus Riverside’s tree-lined streets between Harvard, Central, and the Charles River, this cottage is a rare find.
Sold for $1,625,000
$1,625,000
498 Franklin St, Cambridge, MA 02139
2beds
1,406sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1868
1,725 Square Feet Lot
$1,639,500 Zestimate®
$1,156/sqft
$5,362 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,639,500
$1.52M - $1.77M
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Walk-in showerFront porchHardwood floorsFine danish wood stoveTree-lined streetsWriting nookCustom barnwood cabinetry
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Listed by:
Lauren Holleran Team 617-913-2203,
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty 617-945-9161
Bought with:
Hans Nagrath
Compass
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73431636
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Cable Hookup, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
- Area: 186.44
- Dimensions: 14.25 x 13.08
Bedroom 2
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead, Closet - Double
- Level: Second
- Area: 167.17
- Dimensions: 15.08 x 11.08
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Marble, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 42.63
- Dimensions: 8.25 x 5.17
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Marble, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead, Soaking Tub
- Level: Second
- Area: 84.56
- Dimensions: 8.25 x 10.25
Kitchen
- Features: Beamed Ceilings, Flooring - Hardwood, Dining Area, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Wine Chiller
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 263.06
- Dimensions: 17.25 x 15.25
Living room
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Beamed Ceilings, Flooring - Hardwood, Exterior Access
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 225.69
- Dimensions: 17.25 x 13.08
Heating
- Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Recessed Lighting, Washer Hookup, Sink, In Basement
Features
- Lighting - Pendant, Entrance Foyer, Internet Available - Broadband
- Flooring: Tile, Concrete, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Bulkhead,Sump Pump,Concrete,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,406
- Total interior livable area: 1,406 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,406
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Deeded, Paved
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Exterior features: Porch, Rain Gutters
- Frontage length: 46.00
Lot
- Size: 1,725 sqft
- Features: Easements, Level
Details
- Parcel number: M:00120 L:00089,407519
- Zoning: C-1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage,Other (See Remarks)
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Stone, Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1868
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Location
- Region: Cambridge
- Subdivision: Riverside
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Contract
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/21/2025 | Sold | $1,625,000+9.4%$1,156/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73431636 Report a problem | ||
| 9/24/2025 | Contingent | $1,485,000$1,056/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73431636 Report a problem | ||
| 9/17/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,485,000+99.1%$1,056/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73431636 Report a problem | ||
| 11/21/2011 | Sold | $746,000-0.4%$531/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/21/2011 | Listed for sale | $749,000+75.6%$533/sqft |
Source: Thread Real Estate #71302762 Report a problem | ||
| 10/1/2008 | Sold | $426,550$303/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,589 +5.6% | $1,510,100 -1.5% |
| 2024 | $9,078 +6.4% | $1,533,400 +5.4% |
| 2023 | $8,529 +4.1% | $1,455,500 +5.1% |
| 2022 | $8,196 +1.4% | $1,384,400 +0.2% |
| 2021 | $8,084 +4.8% | $1,381,900 +3% |
| 2020 | $7,713 +7.6% | $1,341,400 +11.1% |
| 2019 | $7,169 +3.1% | $1,206,900 +9.2% |
| 2018 | $6,955 +1.5% | $1,105,700 +4.7% |
| 2017 | $6,851 +9.5% | $1,055,700 +17.9% |
| 2016 | $6,258 +1.2% | $895,300 +13.2% |
| 2015 | $6,184 -4.3% | $790,800 +2.6% |
| 2014 | $6,461 +4.8% | $771,000 +8.3% |
| 2013 | $6,164 +16.9% | $711,800 +14.5% |
| 2012 | $5,272 +4.3% | $621,700 +0.4% |
| 2011 | $5,055 +46.3% | $619,500 +38.4% |
| 2010 | $3,455 +2.1% | $447,500 |
| 2009 | $3,383 -0.8% | $447,500 -3.4% |
| 2008 | $3,411 -2.9% | $463,400 -1.3% |
| 2007 | $3,512 +1.4% | $469,500 +0.1% |
| 2006 | $3,462 +0.4% | $469,100 +5.8% |
| 2005 | $3,448 +21.1% | $443,200 +18.8% |
| 2004 | $2,847 +17.7% | $373,100 +12% |
| 2003 | $2,418 +5.6% | $333,100 +5% |
| 2002 | $2,290 -4.1% | $317,200 +28.1% |
| 2000 | $2,387 | $247,600 +25% |
| 1999 | -- | $198,100 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Riverside
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Martin Luther King, Jr. SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.1 mi
- 7/10Putnam Avenue Upper SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.1 mi
- 8/10Cambridge Rindge and Latin SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Lottery
- Middle: Lottery
- 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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- Middlesex County
- Cambridge
- 02139
- Riverside
- 498 Franklin St
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