59-R Ellery St, Cambridge, MA 02138
Local realty services provided by:Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate The Shanahan Group
Listed by: gabrielle russo
Office: coldwell banker realty - boston
MLS#:73502505
Source:MLSPIN
Price summary
- Price:$2,399,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$834.73
About this home
A rare Cambridge opportunity! Tucked away on a quiet side street, 59-R Ellery Street is a legally designated two-family offering exceptional flexibility in a prime Cambridge location. Renovated in 2019, the property features hardwood floors throughout, a spacious kitchen with stainless steel appliances, and custom built-ins surrounding a cozy gas fireplace. The current layout offers a generous primary suite with ensuite bath, walk-in closet, built-in storage, and convenient first-floor washer/dryer, while the upper level includes two additional bedrooms, a full bathroom, and flexible living or office space. An oversized private backyard provides ample space for gardening, gatherings, or the potential for a grand patio ideal for entertaining. With separate entrance and yard areas, the property presents an opportunity for rental income, owner-occupancy, or future reconfiguration into a larger single-family residence. Ideally located just moments to Harvard Square, Inman Square + Ctrl sq.
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Home facts
- Year built:1916
- Listing ID #:73502505
- Updated:May 28, 2026 at 10:47 AM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:6
- Total bathrooms:4
- Full bathrooms:4
- Rooms Total:16
- Flooring:Carpet, Hardwood, Tile, Wood
- Dining Description:Dining Room
- Bathrooms Description:Bathroom With Tub & Shower, Bathroom with Shower Stall
- Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Disposal, Freezer, Kitchen, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
- Basement Description:Concrete, Full, Interior Entry, Unfinished, Walk-Out Access
- Living area:2,874 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central Air, Ductless
- Heating:Baseboard, Electric, Hot Water, Natural Gas, Steam
- Central air:Yes
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Rubber
- Year built:1916
- Building area:2,874 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.16 Acres
- Lot Features:Easements, Level
- Construction Materials:Frame
- Exterior Features:Deck - Wood, Garden, Patio, Porch, Professional Landscaping, Rain Gutters, Sprinkler System
- Foundation Description:Concrete Perimeter
Utilities
- Water:Public
- Sewer:Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$2,399,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$834.73
- Tax amount:$16,264 (2025)
Features and amenities
- Appliances:Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry features:Dryer, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer, Washer Hookup
- Amenities:Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Slider, Storage, Walk-in Closet(s)
Parking
- Parking description:On Street
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