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

$2,263,500 Zestimate^®

$1,001/sqft

$4,777 Estimated rent

Home value

$2,263,500

$2.06M - $2.51M

$4,777/mo

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What's special

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.

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 sqft
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 & neighborhood

Security

Security features: Security System

Community

Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School

Location

Region: Cambridge

Price history

Date	Event	Price
7/25/2024	Sold	$1,805,000-4.7%$1,001/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73219499 Report a problem
5/30/2024	Contingent	$1,895,000$1,051/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73219499 Report a problem
4/25/2024	Price change	$1,895,000-5%$1,051/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73219499 Report a problem
4/3/2024	Listed for sale	$1,995,000+311.3%$1,106/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73219499 Report a problem
8/16/1996	Sold	$485,000+5.7%$269/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
6/1/1993	Sold	$459,000$255/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

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