Seller's Agent in 2025
Patrick Murphy
Coldwell Banker Realty - Belmont
(617) 470-7540
1 in this area
42 Total Sales
12 Merrill St Cambridge, MA 02139
Mid-Cambridge Neighborhood
9
Beds
3
Baths
3,429
Sq Ft
3,250
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Property is near public transit and schools
- 1 Fireplace
- Porch
- Wood Flooring
- Upgraded Countertops
- 3-minute walk to Wilder Play Area
About This Home
As of September 2025This grand Merrill Street three family, circa 1916, showcases quality, spaciousness and elegant floor plan with high ceilings, faux fireplaces entrance halls and rich architectural detail. Lovingly cared for and enjoyed by three generations of the same family, it now provides the opportunity for rental investors, owner occupancy and developers. The welcoming vestibule opens to a grand front hall staircase that leads to 18 total rooms that are split into three apartments of 6 rooms. Each apartment has a welcoming foyer, lovely living room with bay windows, dining room with natural woodwork, china cabinet, three bedrooms, nicely updated bath and updated kitchen, generous pantry and porch. Additional features include gleaming hard wood floors, replacement windows, and electrical upgrade. Convenient to all Cambridge has to offer, including only a little over half-mile to both Harvard & Central Squares, public transportation, numerous restaurants options and shopping venues
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Coldwell Banker Realty - Belmont Listed on: 06/11/2025
Property Details
Home Type
- Multi-Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $12,145
Year Built
- Built in 1916
Parking
- 1 Car Garage
- Driveway
- Open Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Triplex
- Stone Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Rubber Roof
Interior Spaces
- 3,429 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 1 Level
- Crown Molding
- 1 Fireplace
- Insulated Windows
- Living Room
- Dining Room
Kitchen
- Oven
- Range
- Dishwasher
- Upgraded Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 9 Bedrooms
- 3 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Interior Basement Entry
Schools
- Crls High School
Additional Features
- Porch
- 3,250 Sq Ft Lot
- Property is near public transit and schools
- 3 Heating Zones
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 406304
Community Details
Recreation
- Park
Additional Features
- 3 Units
- Shops
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 11, 2025
Closed on
Sep 30, 2025
Sold by
Collins Dennis F and Collins Kerry A
Bought by
Stack Richard and Stack Karen W
Seller's Agent
Patrick Murphy
Coldwell Banker Realty - Belmont
Buyer's Agent
The Samantha Eisenberg Group
Compass
List Price
$2,850,000
Sold Price
$2,500,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$350,000
-12.28%
Views
128
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-3.03%
Original Mortgage
$1,713,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,708,401
Interest Rate
6.58%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$767,876
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 18, 2016
Sold by
Collins Dennis F
Bought by
Collins Dennis F and Collins Kerry A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$465,000
Interest Rate
3.72%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 20, 2015
Sold by
Collins Susanne E
Bought by
Collins Dennis F
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 24, 1981
Bought by
Collins Dennis F and Collins Kerry A
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quit Claim Deed | $2,500,000 | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,713,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $465,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $75,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $40,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/30/2025 09/30/25 | Sold | $2,500,000 | -9.1% | $729 / Sq Ft |
| 07/25/2025 07/25/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/11/2025 07/11/25 | Price Changed | $2,750,000 | -3.5% | $802 / Sq Ft |
| 06/11/2025 06/11/25 | For Sale | $2,850,000 | -- | $831 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $14,980 | $2,359,100 | $1,024,500 | $1,334,600 |
| 2024 | $13,963 | $2,358,600 | $1,073,400 | $1,285,200 |
| 2023 | $13,128 | $2,240,300 | $1,093,700 | $1,146,600 |
| 2022 | $12,583 | $2,125,500 | $1,089,900 | $1,035,600 |
| 2021 | $11,770 | $2,012,000 | $1,015,800 | $996,200 |
| 2020 | $11,340 | $1,972,200 | $995,700 | $976,500 |
| 2019 | $10,651 | $1,793,100 | $874,600 | $918,500 |
| 2018 | $10,153 | $1,614,100 | $790,500 | $823,600 |
| 2017 | $9,854 | $1,518,300 | $773,700 | $744,600 |
| 2016 | $9,330 | $1,334,700 | $649,200 | $685,500 |
| 2015 | $9,045 | $1,156,600 | $561,800 | $594,800 |
| 2014 | $8,616 | $1,028,200 | $484,400 | $543,800 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Patrick Murphy
-
The Samantha Eisenberg Group
Buyer's Agent in 2025
The Samantha Eisenberg Group
Compass
1 in this area
94 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73389500
APN: CAMB-000115-000000-000049
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