3 Berkeley Place Cambridge, MA 02138
West Cambridge NeighborhoodEstimated payment $40,567/month
Highlights
- Marina
- Landscaped Professionally
- 4 Fireplaces
- Medical Services
- Property is near public transit and schools
- No HOA
About This Home
Tucked away on a pretty private way in Harvard Square, this elegant residence offers generously scaled rooms for living, working, and entertaining. A dramatic two-story foyer introduces the living room and library, each with a gas fireplace and custom built-ins. The dining room, also with a fireplace, opens through French doors to a beautifully landscaped, fenced backyard with gardens. The eat-in chef’s kitchen features high-end stainless-steel appliances and a dining area with French doors to the yard, plus a half bath on this level. Upstairs, the primary suite has a bay window, fireplace, custom walk-in closet, and four-piece bath. Two additional bedroom suites and laundry complete the second floor. The skylit top floor offers three more bedrooms and a hall bath. The lower level includes a family room, exercise studio, full bath, and second laundry room. Located just a few blocks away from the Harvard Quad and Cambridge Common. Easy access to Boston and beyond via Memorial Drive.
Listing Agent
Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge Listed on: 03/18/2026
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $41,147
Year Built
- Built in 1892
Lot Details
- 7,583 Sq Ft Lot
- Fenced Yard
- Landscaped Professionally
- Garden
Home Design
- Brick Foundation
- Stone Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Shingle Roof
- Shingle Siding
Interior Spaces
- 4 Fireplaces
- Home Office
- Home Gym
- Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 6 Bedrooms
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on upper level
Parking
- 2 Car Parking Spaces
- Driveway
- Paved Parking
- 2 Open Parking Spaces
- Off-Street Parking
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Outdoor Storage
Location
- Property is near public transit and schools
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- 4 Cooling Zones
- 4 Heating Zones
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 415821
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
Amenities
- Medical Services
- Shops
Recreation
- Marina
- Park
- Bike Trail
Map
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 | $40,059 | $6,308,500 | $2,368,300 | $3,940,200 |
| 2024 | $35,945 | $6,071,800 | $2,349,400 | $3,722,400 |
| 2023 | $32,579 | $5,559,500 | $2,339,900 | $3,219,600 |
| 2022 | $29,982 | $5,064,600 | $2,214,200 | $2,850,400 |
| 2021 | $28,216 | $4,823,300 | $2,172,900 | $2,650,400 |
| 2020 | $26,403 | $4,591,800 | $2,079,500 | $2,512,300 |
| 2019 | $24,194 | $4,073,000 | $1,751,700 | $2,321,300 |
| 2018 | $24,896 | $3,958,000 | $1,742,600 | $2,215,400 |
| 2017 | $24,916 | $3,839,200 | $1,661,800 | $2,177,400 |
| 2016 | $23,946 | $3,425,700 | $1,437,300 | $1,988,400 |
| 2015 | $24,384 | $3,118,100 | $1,347,400 | $1,770,700 |
| 2014 | $25,628 | $3,058,200 | $1,311,500 | $1,746,700 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/22/2026 03/22/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/18/2026 03/18/26 | For Sale | $6,950,000 | -- | $1,087 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $3,650,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $4,300,000 | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,250,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $1,000,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $1,000,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $15,000 | No Value Available |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73488583
APN: CAMB-000218-000000-000013
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