This enchanting Brick Colonial is nestled in an idyllic neighborhood off Brattle St. The bright living room is highlighted by a fireplace, built ins and beautiful leaded glass windows. The gracious dining room features dual French doors that lead to a step-down solarium opening to a Beacon-Hill style garden and patio. The updated eat in kitchen with a large picture window and exterior access completes the 1st level. The second level features a primary bedroom with fireplace, a second bedroom with built-ins, a laundry/dressing room, and an updated main bath. From the laundry room, a staircase leads to an expansive finished space that can serve as a spare bedroom, office or family/TV room. The finished lower level also offers versatile usage as a home office or in-law/teen suite with its full bath and separate entrance. Hardwood floors, one car garage, AC and an ideal location close to Huron Village and Fresh Pond complement this home.
Sold for $1,805,000
$1,805,000
8 Lexington Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138
3beds
1,803sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1929
2,699 Square Feet Lot
$2,198,500 Zestimate®
$1,001/sqft
$4,181 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,198,500
$2.00M - $2.44M
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Listed by:
Barbara Nolan 617-901-6900,
Coldwell Banker Realty - Belmont 617-484-5300
Bought with:
Gail Roberts, Ed Feijo & Team
Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73219499
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 192
- Dimensions: 16 x 12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 140
- Dimensions: 14 x 10
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Third
- Area: 351
- Dimensions: 27 x 13
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, French Doors
- Level: First
- Area: 154
- Dimensions: 14 x 11
Kitchen
- Features: Window(s) - Picture, Exterior Access, Stainless Steel Appliances
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 13 x 11
Living room
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 221
- Dimensions: 17 x 13
Office
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Basement
- Area: 153
- Dimensions: 9 x 17
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Laundry Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Attic Access, Second Floor
Features
- Bathroom - Full, Sun Room, Home Office-Separate Entry, Walk-up Attic
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Doors: French Doors
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Master Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,803
- Total interior livable area: 1,803 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Off Street, On Street
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Patio, Fenced Yard
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 2,699 Square Feet
- Features: Other
Details
- Parcel number: 417566
- Zoning: RES
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Tile,Clay
Condition
- Year built: 1929
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School
- Security: Security System
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Cambridge
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,001/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,881,900
- Annual tax amount: $11,141
- Date on market: 11/22/2025
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/25/2024 | Sold | $1,805,000-4.7%$1,001/sqft |
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| 5/30/2024 | Contingent | $1,895,000$1,051/sqft |
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| 4/25/2024 | Price change | $1,895,000-5%$1,051/sqft |
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| 4/3/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,995,000+311.3%$1,106/sqft |
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| 8/16/1996 | Sold | $485,000+5.7%$269/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/1/1993 | Sold | $459,000$255/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $12,012 +7.8% | $1,891,600 +0.5% |
| 2024 | $11,141 +8.1% | $1,881,900 +7% |
| 2023 | $10,304 +5.8% | $1,758,400 +6.9% |
| 2022 | $9,735 +5.9% | $1,644,400 +4.6% |
| 2021 | $9,196 +4.9% | $1,572,000 +3.1% |
| 2020 | $8,770 +9.9% | $1,525,200 +13.6% |
| 2019 | $7,977 +1.9% | $1,342,900 +7.9% |
| 2018 | $7,825 +1.4% | $1,244,100 +4.7% |
| 2017 | $7,715 +3.1% | $1,188,800 +11.1% |
| 2016 | $7,483 +1% | $1,070,500 +13% |
| 2015 | $7,411 +1.4% | $947,700 +8.7% |
| 2014 | $7,307 -1.9% | $871,900 +1.4% |
| 2013 | $7,447 +3.7% | $859,900 +1.5% |
| 2012 | $7,184 +6.5% | $847,200 +2.5% |
| 2011 | $6,746 +7.4% | $826,700 +1.6% |
| 2010 | $6,282 +2.1% | $813,700 |
| 2009 | $6,152 +0.6% | $813,700 -2.1% |
| 2008 | $6,117 -4.1% | $831,100 -2.5% |
| 2007 | $6,378 +4.4% | $852,700 +3% |
| 2006 | $6,107 -9.6% | $827,500 -4.7% |
| 2005 | $6,752 +9.6% | $867,900 +7.5% |
| 2004 | $6,160 +17.7% | $807,400 +12% |
| 2003 | $5,234 +5.6% | $720,900 +5% |
| 2002 | $4,957 +21.3% | $686,600 +61.9% |
| 2000 | $4,088 | $424,100 |
| 1999 | -- | $424,100 |
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Neighborhood: West Cambridge
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- Massachusetts
- Middlesex County
- Cambridge
- 02138
- West Cambridge
- 8 Lexington Ave
