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8 Lexington Ave, Cambridge, MA, 02138

$1,895,000

Home List Price

$10,000*

Closing Credit

3 Bedrooms
2 Full Baths
1,803 SqFt
$1,051/SqFt
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Schools Nearby

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8 Lexington Ave, Cambridge$1,895,000

Buyer Closing Credits

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
ParkingAttached, Off Street, On Street
Attached Garage1 space
Year Built1929
HeatingNatural Gas
CoolingDuctless
BasementYes
FireplaceLiving Room, Master Bedroom
MLS #73219499
Lot Size0.06 Acres
StatusActive

About 8 Lexington Ave

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.

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Year Built: 1929
  • Living Area: 1,803 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Coldwell Banker Realty - Belmont
  • Listing Agent: Barbara Nolan

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Interior: Bathroom - Full, Sun Room, Home Office-Separate Entry, Walk-up Attic
  • Fireplace: Living Room, Master Bedroom

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Exterior: Patio, Fenced Yard

Parking Information:

  • Garage Space: 1 space
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking: Attached, Off Street, On Street

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot: Other
  • Lot Size: 0.06 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Ductless

School Info

Assigned Schools Information:

  • Cambridge Rindge and Latin, Public District Grades 9-12
  • Amigos School, Public District Grades PK-8
  • John M Tobin, Public District Grades PK-5
  • Haggerty, Public District Grades PK-5
  • Peabody, Public District Grades PK-5

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: Brattle St. or Huron Ave. to Lexington Ave.

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $1,895,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $1,051/SqFt

Agent Commission:

  • Buyer's Agent Commission: 2.5

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $9,196
  • Tax Year: 2021
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Cambridge, MA

City

Med. Sold Price

$1.0M

Med. Price/SqFt

$866

Avg. Days On Market

42

# of Sold Homes

43

8 Lexington Ave vs Cambridge

26 DAYS ON ROCKET

-16 Days

$1,895,000

+$866.3K More

$1,051/SqFt

+$184 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $866.3K more than the Median Sold Price and $184/SqFt more than other homes in Cambridge, MA.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
  • MLS Number: #73219499

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Coldwell Banker Realty - Belmont
  • Listing Agent: Barbara Nolan

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Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Aug 16, 1996Home Sold
$485,000
Jun 01, 1993Home Sold
$459,000

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2021$9,196$1,572,000
2020$8,770$1,525,200
2019$7,977$1,342,900
2018$7,825$1,244,100
2017$7,715$1,188,800

History based on county public records data.

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Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Elementary School

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7
/10

  • John M Tobin

  • 197 Vassal Ln

  • 0.54 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-5

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7
/10

  • Haggerty

  • 110 Cushing St

  • 0.62 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-5

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8
/10

  • Peabody

  • 70 Rindge Ave

  • 1.22 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-5

Middle School

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8
/10

  • Amigos School

  • 15 Upton St

  • 1.87 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-8

High School

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5
/10

  • Cambridge Rindge and Latin

  • 459 Broadway

  • 1.51 miles

  • Public District Grades 9-12

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $141,314. The majority of Cambridge, MA residents have income between $100k-200k annually. Most families are single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have masters degree education.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 8 Lexington Ave

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 8 Lexington Ave property is $1,895,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 8 Lexington Ave is a house located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, 02138.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 8 Lexington Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What are the assigned schools for this property?

The assigned schools for 8 Lexington Ave are:
John M Tobin: GreatSchools Rating 7/10
Haggerty: GreatSchools Rating 7/10
Peabody: GreatSchools Rating 8/10
Amigos School: GreatSchools Rating 8/10
Cambridge Rindge and Latin: GreatSchools Rating 5/10

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $9,196 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

When was this property sold last time and for how much?

The last sale was on August 16, 1996 for $485,000. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 8 Lexington Ave has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 8 Lexington Ave is 1,803 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 8 Lexington Ave is 1929.

Rocket Homes›Massachusetts›Middlesex County›Cambridge›02138›8 Lexington Ave

This home is located at 8 Lexington Ave in Cambridge, MA and zip code 02138 in the West Cambridge neighborhood. This 1,803 square foot home, which was built in 1929, sits on a 0.06 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 03, 2024 and is currently priced at $1,895,000.

Over 21 listings were sold over their listed price in March 2024 in Cambridge, MA. In the same period over 17 listings were sold below the listed price and 5 listings were sold for the listed price. The inventory of homes for sale in Cambridge, MA between February 2024 and March 2024 increased by 16.5%. In March 2024 median list price was $1,028,642 and the average listing age was 42 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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