NOT LISTED FOR SALE

17 Francis Ave Cambridge, MA 02138

Baldwin Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $4,517,562

6 Beds
7 Baths
5,743 Sq Ft
$787/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 02, 2015

Last sale price $2,800,000 $488 Per Sq Ft

Est. 61% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $28,658/month

8 Days on Market

About This Home

As of December 2015

Located on a tree lined street in the sought after Professors Row neighborhood is this shingle style home set on a 1/4 acre lot. The grand central hall with a handsome staircase leads you to the receiving room with a corner fireplace, large living room with a fireplace & bay window, spacious 20ft dining room with bay window and a library with built-in bookcase. There is a large eat-in kitchen, mudroom and two baths to complete the main floor. The second floor contains five bedrooms, an office, sunroom and three bathrooms. The third floor has a 2 bedroom apartment with a private entrance. In the lower level there are three finished rooms and two additional bathrooms. Nicely landscaped and fenced in grounds. Two car garage plus additional parking. Great location with easy access to Harvard Square.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Gail Roberts

Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge Listed on: 09/23/2015

Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge

Last Buyer's Agent

Edmund Feijo

Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge

Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

1903

Lot Details

0.25 Acres

Listing Details

  • Lot Description: Level
  • Other Agent: 2.50
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1903

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Number of Rooms: 17
  • Basement: Full, Finished

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles, Rubber
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior: Shingles
  • Foundation: Fieldstone, Brick

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking: Detached
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking: Off-Street
  • Parking Spaces: 5

Utilities

  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Forced Air, Gas
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 12, 2025
Sold by
Charles Caldecott T and Charles Chong
Bought by
Shengwu Li Ret and Wi
Current Estimated Value
$4,517,562

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 29, 2017
Sold by
17 Francis Avenue Nt and Cafasso
Bought by
Charles Caldecott T and Charles Chong

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 23, 2015
Closed on
Dec 2, 2015
Sold by
17 Francis Avenue Rt and Zalkin
Bought by
17 Francis Avenue Nt and Cafasso
Seller's Agent
Gail Roberts
Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
Buyer's Agent
Edmund Feijo
Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
List Price
$2,925,000
Sold Price
$2,800,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$125,000
-4.27%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.74%
Original Mortgage
$3,890,000
Interest Rate
3.83%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 24, 2015
Sold by
Hilda D Shea Ret and Green
Bought by
17 Francis Avenue Rt and Zalkin

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 9, 2012
Sold by
Hilda D Shea Ret and Green
Bought by
Hilda D Shea Ret and Green
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Shengwu Li Ret $4,500,000 --
Charles Caldecott T $3,900,000 --
17 Francis Avenue Nt $2,800,000 --
17 Francis Avenue Rt -- --
Hilda D Shea Ret -- --
Hilda D Shea Ret -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner 17 Francis Avenue Nt $3,890,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
12/02/2015 12/02/15 Sold $2,800,000 -4.3% $488 / Sq Ft
10/01/2015 10/01/15 Pending -- -- --
09/23/2015 09/23/15 For Sale $2,925,000 -- $509 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

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 -- $0 $0 $0
2024 -- $0 $0 $0
2023 $0 $0 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Gail Roberts

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Gail Roberts

    Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge

    (627) 245-4044

    2 in this area

    39 Total Sales

    Gail Roberts
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  • Edmund Feijo

    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Edmund Feijo

    Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge

    (617) 780-4354

    2 in this area

    39 Total Sales

    Edmund Feijo
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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 71909215

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CAMB M:00145 L:00014

Massachusetts Middlesex County Cambridge 02138 Baldwin

17 Francis Ave, Cambridge, MA

Not Listed for Sale

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