$3,350,000
OPEN SAT 11:30AM - 1PM

281 Concord Ave Cambridge, MA 02138

Neighborhood Nine Neighborhood

Estimated payment $20,916/month

3 Beds
4 Baths
3,278 Sq Ft
$1,022 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • John M. Tobin Montessori School Rated A
  • Property is near public transit and schools
  • No HOA

About This Home

OPEN HOUSE: SAT 9/19 & SUN 9/20, 11:30 AM–1:00 PM. Located just outside Harvard Square in West Cambridge, this dramatic contemporary residence is defined by exceptional volume, natural light, and seamless indoor-outdoor living. The main living area is entirely at ground level, with zero stairs required, and a primary suite on each level—offering exceptional flexibility for multigenerational living. Soaring ceilings of approximately 14 feet and a long wall of south-facing windows create an extraordinary sense of scale and light. The kitchen, dining, and living spaces flow together and open directly to a private rear garden patio, creating a peaceful, Zen-like setting and a generous indoor-outdoor space for entertaining. Inside, warm natural materials are layered with moody, saturated color. A dramatic glass wall along the staircase and upper hallway, complemented by skylights above, draws light deep into the home and creates a striking transparency between levels. Expansive yet intimate, the home combines dramatic architectural volume, flexible living, and a peaceful connection to the garden. Originally gut-renovated in 2016 and thoughtfully converted to residential use in 2026.

Listing Agent

Edmund Wong

New Year Realty Listed on: 09/18/2026

Open House Schedule

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $24,040

Year Built

  • Built in 1926

Lot Details

  • 4,030 Sq Ft Lot
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Level Lot
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned BA-1

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 3,278 Sq Ft Home
  • Home Office
  • Wood Flooring
  • Unfinished Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary bedroom located on second floor
  • 4 Full Bathrooms
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Washer and Electric Dryer Hookup

Parking

  • On-Street Parking
  • Open Parking

Schools

  • Cambridge Public Elementary And Middle School
  • Cambridge Public High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Electric Water Heater

Additional Features

  • Patio
  • Property is near public transit and schools

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 131
  • Assessor Parcel Number 416632

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Near Conservation Area

Amenities

  • Shops

Recreation

  • Park
  • Bike Trail

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$24,040

Year Built

Built in 1926

Lot Details

4,030 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Year Built: 1926
  • Year Built Details: Renovated Since
  • Year Round: Yes
  • MLSPIN_ADU: N
  • MLSPIN_BEACHFRONT_FLAG: No
  • Special Features: OpenHouse

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Home Office, Den, Bathroom
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Appliances: Electric Water Heater
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: First
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Master Bathroom Features: Yes
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower
  • Bathroom 1 Level: First
  • Bathroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall
  • Bathroom 3 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall
  • Bathroom 3 Level: Second
  • Room Dining Room Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Level: First
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Office Level: First
  • Basement: Unfinished
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 3278
  • Accessibility Features: No
  • Living Area: 3278
  • Spa YN: No
  • MAIN LO: AN1076

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Patio, Professional Landscaping, Garden
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No
  • Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: On Street

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, Washer Hookup
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air, Electric
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: No
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Public School, University
  • Senior Community YN: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 416632
  • Zoning: BA-1
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.09
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 4030
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Tax Annual Amount: 24040
  • Tax Lot: 131

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

MLS Schools

  • High School: Cambridge Public
  • Elementary School: Cambridge Public
  • Middle Or Junior School: Cambridge Public

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Tax History

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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 $21,761 $1,889,000 $588,400 $1,300,600
2024 $15,387 $1,471,000 $620,600 $850,400
2023 $14,980 $1,443,200 $620,600 $822,600
2022 $15,452 $1,376,000 $576,300 $799,700
2021 $16,291 $1,374,800 $487,600 $887,200
2020 $15,557 $1,226,900 $463,500 $763,400
2019 $15,017 $1,095,300 $399,000 $696,300
2018 $14,084 $951,000 $354,600 $596,400
2017 $13,670 $848,000 $314,300 $533,700
2016 $13,261 $748,800 $266,000 $482,800
2015 $13,140 $681,200 $245,800 $435,400
2014 $13,284 $649,900 $233,700 $416,200
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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
09/18/2026 09/18/26 For Sale $3,350,000 -- $1,022 / Sq Ft
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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Quit Claim Deed $1,525,000 --
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Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $150,000 Unknown
Open $2,665,456 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
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Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73579563

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CAMB-000229-000000-000131

Massachusetts Middlesex County Cambridge 02138 Neighborhood Nine

281 Concord Ave, Cambridge, MA

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