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  • $1,602,900

    12 Newman St, Cambridge, MA 02140

    3beds
    1,620sqft
    SingleFamily
    Built in 1894
    4,356 Square Feet Lot
    $1,602,900 Zestimate®
    $989/sqft
    $4,403 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,602,900

    $1.49M - $1.72M

    $4,403/mo

    Zestimate® history
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    What's special

    This 1894 home on a quiet cul-de-sac in North Cambridge has seen a lot of 'life' in it's 125+ years. The thoughtful touch of a creative mind with skilled hands catches the eye at every turn in this 3 level, single family home with hardwood floors throughout and abundant period details. Conveniently located with easy access to major routes, Minuteman Commuter Bikeway, public transportation and a short walk to vibrant Davis Square. This charismatic home sits in a peaceful neighborhood of longtime residents whose pride of ownership is palpable. Enjoy serene mornings on your Ipe hardwood porch overlooking a mature perennial shade garden providing soft, "green-wall" privacy. Interior features center-kitchen design, original woodwork and custom built-ins. Fantastically large and beautiful master bedroom must be seen to be fully appreciated with four sides of natural light, marble sink alcove and French doors leading to a potential balcony. Truly Special!!

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Baseboard, Gas, Oil
    Cooling
    • None
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Garbage disposal, Range / Oven, Refrigerator
    Features
    • Cable Available, French Doors
    • Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate
    • Basement: Partially finished
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 1,620 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 3
    • Parking features: Off-street, On-street
    Features
    • Exterior features: Other, Shingle (Not Wood), Wood
    Lot
    • Size: 4,356 sqft
    Details
    • Parcel number: CAMBM00186L00016

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Conventional
    Materials
    • Roof: Asphalt
    Condition
    • Year built: 1894

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Cambridge

    Other

    Other facts
    • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Laundromat, Highway Access, T-Station, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, University
    • Construction: Frame
    • Exterior: Shingles, Wood, Other (see Remarks)
    • Flooring: Wood, Hardwood
    • Hot Water: Oil, Tankless
    • Roof Material: Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles
    • Utility Connections: Washer Hookup, For Gas Range, For Gas Oven
    • Year Round: Yes
    • Electric Feature: 110 Volts
    • Energy Features: Prog. Thermostat
    • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Wall Oven
    • Bed2 Level: Second Floor
    • Bth1 Dscrp: Bathroom - Full, Closet - Linen, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Ceiling Fan(s)
    • Heating: Hot Water Baseboard, Oil
    • Interior Features: Cable Available, French Doors
    • Kit Level: First Floor
    • Mbr Dscrp: Flooring - Hardwood, Closet - Linen, French Doors, Exterior Access, Decorative Molding
    • Mbr Level: Second Floor
    • Bed2 Dscrp: Closet, Lighting - Overhead, Decorative Molding
    • Bed3 Dscrp: Flooring - Wood, Skylight
    • Din Level: First Floor
    • Style: Multi-Level, Craftsman
    • Din Dscrp: Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floor Plan, Bathroom - Half, Decorative Molding
    • Insulation Feature: Fiberglass
    • Bth2 Level: First Floor
    • Bed3 Level: Third Floor
    • Kit Dscrp: Breakfast Bar / Nook, Kitchen Island, Open Floor Plan, Flooring - Laminate, Slider, Exterior Access, Country Kitchen, Bathroom - Half, Gas Stove, Crown Molding
    • Bth1 Level: Second Floor
    • Bth2 Dscrp: Bathroom - Half, Ceiling Fan(s)
    • Basement Feature: Full, Bulkhead
    • Lead Paint: Unknown
    • Exterior Features: Porch, Patio, Covered Patio/Deck, Porch - Enclosed, Garden Area, Outdoor Shower
    • Foundation: Fieldstone
    • Laundry Dscrp: Washer Hookup
    • Road Type: Public, Cul-De-Sac
    • Liv Dscrp: Flooring - Hardwood, Crown Molding, Lighting - Overhead, Decorative Molding
    • Liv Level: First Floor
    • Lot Description: Wooded, Level
    • Sf Type: Detached
    • Laundry Level: Basement

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    11/16/2020Sold$1,230,000-3.1%$759/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    7/16/2020Listed for sale$1,270,000+353.6%$784/sqft
    Source: Upper Cape Realty Corp. #72692789 Report a problem
    1/16/1990Sold$280,000+33.3%$173/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    8/3/1987Sold$210,000$130/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$9,742 +8.7%$1,534,200 +1.4%
    2024$8,961 +9.6%$1,513,700 +8.5%
    2023$8,175 +28.9%$1,395,000 +30.2%

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    Neighborhood: North Cambridge

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Peabody
    • Middle: Baldwin
    • High: Rindge & Latin

    Source: The MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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    Estimated market value

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