281 Concord Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138

Local realty services provided by:Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate The Shanahan Group
281 Concord Ave,Cambridge, MA 02138
$3,350,000
  • 3 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 3,278 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Active
Upcoming open houses
  • Sun, Sep 20
    11:30 am - 01:00 pm
Listed by: edmund wong
Office: new year realty
MLS#:73579563
Source:MLSPIN

Price summary

  • Price:$3,350,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$1,021.96

About this home

OPEN HOUSE: SAT 9/19 & SUN 9/20, 11:30 AM–1:00 PM. Located just outside Harvard Square in West Cambridge, this dramatic contemporary residence is defined by exceptional volume, natural light, and seamless indoor-outdoor living. The main living area is entirely at ground level, with zero stairs required, and a primary suite on each level—offering exceptional flexibility for multigenerational living. Soaring ceilings of approximately 14 feet and a long wall of south-facing windows create an extraordinary sense of scale and light. The kitchen, dining, and living spaces flow together and open directly to a private rear garden patio, creating a peaceful, Zen-like setting and a generous indoor-outdoor space for entertaining. Inside, warm natural materials are layered with moody, saturated color. A dramatic glass wall along the staircase and upper hallway, complemented by skylights above, draws light deep into the home and creates a striking transparency between levels. Expansive yet...

Contact an agent

contact an agent

Yes, I would like more information. Please use and/or share my information with a BHGRE®  affiliated agent to contact me about my real estate needs. By clicking Send message, I request to be contacted by phone or text message and consent to being contacted by automated means. I understand that my consent to receive calls or texts is not a condition of purchasing any property, goods, or services. Alternatively, I understand that I can access real estate services by email or I can contact the agent myself.

If a BHGRE®  affiliated agent is not available in the area where I need assistance, I agree to be contacted by a real estate agent affiliated with another brand owned or licensed by Anywhere Real Estate (CENTURY 21® , Coldwell Banker® , Corcoran® , ERA® , Sotheby's International Realty® ).
 I acknowledge that I have read and agree to theTerms of useandPrivacy notice

Home facts

  • Year built:1926
  • Listing ID #:73579563
  • Updated:September 19, 2026 at 11:00 AM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:3
  • Total bathrooms:4
  • Full bathrooms:4
  • Rooms Total:7
  • Flooring:Hardwood
  • Bathrooms Description:Bathroom, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall
  • Basement Description:Unfinished
  • Living area:3,278 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Cooling:Central Air
  • Heating:Electric, Forced Air
  • Central air:Yes

Structure and exterior

  • Year built:1926
  • Building area:3,278 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:0.09 Acres
  • Lot Features:Level
  • Architectural Style:Contemporary
  • Exterior Features:Garden, Patio, Professional Landscaping
  • Foundation Description:Concrete Perimeter

Schools

  • High school:Cambridge Public
  • Middle school:Cambridge Public
  • Elementary school:Cambridge Public

Utilities

  • Water:Public
  • Sewer:Public Sewer

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$3,350,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$1,021.96
  • Tax amount:$24,040 (2026)

Features and amenities

  • Laundry features:Electric Dryer Hookup, First Floor, Washer Hookup

Parking

  • Parking description:On Street
The property listing data and information, or the Images, set forth herein were provided to MLS Property Information Network, Inc. from third party sources, including sellers, lessors and public records, and were compiled by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. The property listing data and information, and the Images, are for the personal, non-commercial use of consumers having a good faith interest in purchasing or leasing listed properties of the type displayed to them and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties which such consumers may have a good faith interest in purchasing or leasing. MLS Property Information Network, Inc. and its subscribers disclaim any and all representations and warranties as to the accuracy of the property listing data and information, or as to the accuracy of any of the Images, set forth herein.