181 Grove St Cambridge, MA 02138
Strawberry Hill NeighborhoodEstimated payment $15,549/month
Total Views
2,743
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,685
Sq Ft
$966
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- On Golf Course
- Pond View
- Open Floorplan
- Greenhouse
- 0.23 Acre Lot
- Cape Cod Architecture
About This Home
Ideally perched above Fresh Pond with serene water and golf course views, 181 Grove Street offers an expansive footprint behind its charming facade. Sunlight fills the home, highlighting a dramatic post-and-beam living/dining room with fireplace. The eat-in kitchen boasts commercial-grade appliances, perfect for culinary creativity. The main level features a luxurious primary suite with walk-in closet, spa-inspired bath with copper tub, glass shower, and private water closet, plus a second bedroom with stunning views. Upstairs, two additional bedrooms—one with a fireplace and walk-in closet—and a full bath offer flexible living. Enjoy outdoor entertaining and respite in the level fenced yard and patio. A two-car garage, extra parking, and proximity to Alewife, Harvard Square, and Rte 2 enhance convenience. Situated on an expansive 10,080 sq ft lot with multiple options and potential for development opportunities. Seller welcomes offers including buyer concessions.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $17,247
Year Built
- Built in 1953
Lot Details
- 10,080 Sq Ft Lot
- On Golf Course
- Near Conservation Area
- Fenced Yard
- Fenced
- Garden
- Property is zoned A-2
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Driveway
- Open Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Frame Construction
- Shingle Roof
Interior Spaces
- 2,685 Sq Ft Home
- Open Floorplan
- Beamed Ceilings
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Skylights
- Recessed Lighting
- Decorative Lighting
- Light Fixtures
- Bay Window
- Living Room with Fireplace
- 3 Fireplaces
- Dining Area
- Pond Views
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Kitchen
- Range with Range Hood
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Solid Surface Countertops
- Disposal
- Fireplace in Kitchen
Flooring
- Wood
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom on Main
- Walk-In Closet
- 3 Full Bathrooms
- Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
- Pedestal Sink
- Soaking Tub
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Greenhouse
Location
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near schools
Schools
- Crls High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Baseboard Heating
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number M:00266 L:00012,418669
Community Details
Recreation
- Golf Course Community
- Tennis Courts
- Community Pool
- Park
- Jogging Path
- Bike Trail
Additional Features
- No Home Owners Association
- Shops
Map
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $17,247 | $2,716,100 | $989,400 | $1,726,700 |
| 2024 | $15,224 | $2,571,600 | $918,700 | $1,652,900 |
| 2023 | $13,728 | $2,342,600 | $913,200 | $1,429,400 |
| 2022 | $12,367 | $2,089,000 | $838,100 | $1,250,900 |
| 2021 | $11,375 | $1,944,400 | $821,300 | $1,123,100 |
| 2020 | $10,794 | $1,877,300 | $813,200 | $1,064,100 |
| 2019 | $8,775 | $1,477,200 | $688,500 | $788,700 |
| 2018 | $8,651 | $1,375,400 | $623,500 | $751,900 |
| 2017 | $8,451 | $1,302,100 | $598,700 | $703,400 |
| 2016 | $8,135 | $1,163,800 | $513,800 | $650,000 |
| 2015 | $8,042 | $1,028,400 | $449,000 | $579,400 |
| 2014 | $8,175 | $975,500 | $404,100 | $571,400 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/04/2025 05/04/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/30/2025 04/30/25 | For Sale | $2,595,000 | 0.0% | $966 / Sq Ft |
| 03/08/2023 03/08/23 | Rented | $7,900 | 0.0% | -- |
| 03/07/2023 03/07/23 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/14/2023 01/14/23 | For Rent | $7,900 | +12.9% | -- |
| 03/02/2020 03/02/20 | Rented | $7,000 | -1.4% | -- |
| 02/26/2020 02/26/20 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/01/2020 02/01/20 | For Rent | $7,100 | +10.9% | -- |
| 05/18/2018 05/18/18 | Rented | $6,400 | -1.5% | -- |
| 05/15/2018 05/15/18 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/25/2018 04/25/18 | For Rent | $6,500 | 0.0% | -- |
| 04/23/2018 04/23/18 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/13/2018 04/13/18 | For Rent | $6,500 | 0.0% | -- |
| 07/31/2017 07/31/17 | Sold | $1,550,000 | +14.8% | $624 / Sq Ft |
| 03/22/2017 03/22/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/13/2017 03/13/17 | For Sale | $1,350,000 | -- | $544 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Not Resolvable | $1,550,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $435,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,050,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $200,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $280,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $315,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $253,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $260,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $50,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
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Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73367287
APN: CAMB-000266-000000-000012
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