Welcome to 514 Franklin Street, a rare 3+ bedroom single family on a corner lot in the much sought-after Riverside neighborhood! The open concept main level connects the kitchen, dining, & living areas, anchored by a contemporary see-through gas fireplace that adds warmth & architectural interest. Upstairs, you will find 3 well-proportioned bedrooms and a bonus room, perfect for exercise, a study, nursery, or a walk-in closet. Energy-efficient 5 zone mini-split system supplies cooling for comfort year-round. That's not all! The finished basement with high ceilings extends the living space with a family room and a dreamy laundry room. The private backyard creates a true urban retreat, complemented by an exceptional 2-car Carriage Shed, big enough for 2 cars, hobbies & loft storage. Located between Harvard & Central Squares, enjoy all that Cambridge has to offer & just minutes to the banks of the Charles. Offers, if any, are due on Tuesday, June 9th at 11am.
Sold for $2,460,000
$2,460,000
514 Franklin St, Cambridge, MA 02139
3beds
2,265sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1873
3,052 Square Feet Lot
$2,393,500 Zestimate®
$1,086/sqft
$5,087 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,393,500
$2.25M - $2.54M
$5,087/mo
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Family roomOpen concept main levelCorner lotBonus roomDreamy laundry roomContemporary see-through gas fireplace
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Listed by:
MonaLisa Team 617-930-1288,
Compass 617-303-0067
Bought with:
Kate Ziegler
Arborview Realty Inc.
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73527803
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
Bathroom 1
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Level: First
Family room
- Level: Basement
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Office
- Level: Second
Heating
- Baseboard
Cooling
- 3 or More, Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Water Treatment
- Laundry: In Basement, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Home Office
- Flooring: Wood, Tile
- Basement: Full,Finished,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry,Sump Pump,Concrete
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,265
- Total interior livable area: 2,265 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,510
- Finished area below ground: 755
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Storage, Workshop in Garage, Insulated, Carriage Shed
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Patio, Professional Landscaping, Fenced Yard, Garden
- Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
Lot
- Size: 3,052 Square Feet
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 407367
- Zoning: RES
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Stone, Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Shingle,Slate
Condition
- Year built: 1873
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service, Other (See Remarks)
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Thermostat
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Cambridge
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,086/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,899,200
- Annual tax amount: $9,522
- Date on market: 6/29/2026
- Listing terms: Contract
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/8/2026 | Sold | $2,460,000+20%$1,086/sqft |
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| 6/10/2026 | Pending sale | $2,050,000$905/sqft |
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| 6/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,050,000+78.3%$905/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73527803 Report a problem | ||
| 5/20/2016 | Sold | $1,150,000+64.8%$508/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/27/2010 | Sold | $698,000$308/sqft |
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| 5/14/2010 | Listed for sale | $698,000$308/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $11,890 +7.1% | $1,872,500 -0.1% |
| 2024 | $11,099 +7.6% | $1,874,900 +6.5% |
| 2023 | $10,312 +8.4% | $1,759,800 +9.5% |
| 2022 | $9,513 +6.2% | $1,606,900 +4.9% |
| 2021 | $8,961 +4.7% | $1,531,800 +2.9% |
| 2020 | $8,561 +8.5% | $1,488,900 +12.1% |
| 2019 | $7,892 +3.6% | $1,328,700 +9.7% |
| 2018 | $7,618 +6.7% | $1,211,200 +10.1% |
| 2017 | $7,142 +10.5% | $1,100,500 +19% |
| 2016 | $6,462 +1.3% | $924,500 +13.3% |
| 2015 | $6,380 -4.1% | $815,900 +2.7% |
| 2014 | $6,655 -1% | $794,200 +2.3% |
| 2013 | $6,722 -4.6% | $776,200 -6.5% |
| 2012 | $7,043 +50% | $830,600 +44.4% |
| 2011 | $4,695 +8.3% | $575,400 +2.4% |
| 2010 | $4,337 +2.1% | $561,800 |
| 2009 | $4,247 -0.6% | $561,800 -3.2% |
| 2008 | $4,271 -3.2% | $580,300 -1.6% |
| 2007 | $4,410 -2.5% | $589,600 -3.8% |
| 2006 | $4,523 +1.9% | $612,900 +7.4% |
| 2005 | $4,439 +23% | $570,600 +20.7% |
| 2004 | $3,608 +17.7% | $472,900 +12% |
| 2003 | $3,065 +5.6% | $422,200 +5% |
| 2002 | $2,903 +7.6% | $402,100 +43.6% |
| 2000 | $2,699 | $280,000 +25% |
| 1999 | -- | $224,000 |
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Neighborhood: Riverside
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- Middlesex County
- Cambridge
- 02139
- Riverside
- 514 Franklin St
