16 Blake St

3,406 Sq. Ft.
$743 / Sq. Ft.
3,406
Sq. Ft.
$743
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Nestled in the sought-after Orchard Street neighborhood near Davis and Porter Sqrs, this beautifully renovated Victorian blends historic charm with modern comfort. Spanning 3,406 sqft, the home features soaring 9-foot ceilings, elegant oak moldings, and five spacious bedrooms, including two en-suites. Perfect for entertaining or everyday living, the main level offers a gracious living room with fireplace, formal dining room, chef’s kitchen, and a media/family room that could serve as a first-floor...Nestled in the sought-after Orchard Street neighborhood near Davis and Porter Sqrs, this beautifully renovated Victorian blends historic charm with modern comfort. Spanning 3,406 sqft, the home features soaring 9-foot ceilings, elegant oak moldings, and five spacious bedrooms, including two en-suites. Perfect for entertaining or everyday living, the main level offers a gracious living room with fireplace, formal dining room, chef’s kitchen, and a media/family room that could serve as a first-floor bedroom. A cozy library with its own fireplace and a full bath complete this level. Upstairs, the 2nd floor has four generous bedrooms, including one en-suite with walk-in closet, plus a restored hallway bath with a clawfoot tub. The top floor is a private primary suite with 11-ft cathedral ceilings, skylights, and a spa-like bath. The expansive basement offers high ceilings and flexible space for a gym, home office, or more. Outside, enjoy a beautifully landscaped garden and patio retreat

Listing Agents

  1. Kendall Green Luce Team

    Kendall Green Luce Team

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    kgl@compass.com

    P: (617)-233-6585

  2. Kendall Luce

    Kendall Luce

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    kendall.luce@compass.com

    P: (617)-233-6585

Property Details for 16 Blake Street

Town
Cambridge
Area
MA-Cambridge
Architectural Style
Victorian
Style
Victorian
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Spaces
2.00
Parking Spaces Total
2
LISTING UPDATED: 05/22/2025 08:05 AM

Property Details for 16 Blake Street

StatusSold
MLS #73357148
Days on Market9
Taxes$13,764 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1888
CountyMiddlesex County
Buyer's Agent Compensation2.5%

Location

Sold By Compass, The Petrowsky Jones Group; Compass, John Petrowsky

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Building Information for 16 Blake Street

Stories-Year Built1888Building Size-Lot Size0.10 AC / 4,250 SF

Payment Calculator

$13,485 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$12,338

Property Taxes

$1,147

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 16 Blake Street

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University, Other (See Remarks)
  • Current Financing: Cash
  • Living Area: 3406.0
  • Color: blue
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual,Renovated Since
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Oven, Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Num of Baths: 4.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 4
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 4.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 4
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Wood, Hardwood
  • Laundry Features: Third Floor
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
Exterior Features
  • Construction: See Remarks
  • Exterior Features: Porch, Patio, Other (See Remarks)
  • Exterior Features: Other (See Remarks), Porch, Patio
  • Lot Description: Other
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Patio
  • Roof Material: Shingle
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Off-Street
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Steam, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Third Floor
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Level: Second
Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom5 Level: Second
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Level: First
Family Room
  • Family Room Level: First
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Level: First
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Level: First
Property Information
Property Info
  • UFFI: Unknown
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: M:00181 L:00053,412564
  • Assessments: $2,666,800
  • Book: 48579
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: B
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 5
Other Building Characteristics
  • Accessibility Features: No
  • Foundation: Stone, Other
  • Foundation Area: 99999.0
  • Cooling Zones: 2
  • Heat Zones: 1
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5

Property History for 16 Blake Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 20, 2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73357148

$2,531,416—
Apr 18, 2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73357148

—
Apr 18, 2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73357148

—
Apr 16, 2025

Price Change

MLS PIN #73357148

$2,500,000—
Apr 9, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73357148

$2,700,000—
Nov 30, 2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #210468548

$1,015,000—
Nov 30, 2006

Sold

MLS PIN #70481609

$1,015,000—
Nov 30, 2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #326572288

$1

-65.9% / yr

Nov 4, 2006

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #70481609

—
Nov 4, 2006

Contingent

MLS PIN #70481609

—
Oct 26, 2006

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #70481609

$995,000—
Mar 22, 1996

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #87686363

$99,396

-29.8% / yr

Jun 6, 1994

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #87689385

$187,500—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/20/2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73357148

$2,531,416
04/18/2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73357148

—
04/18/2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73357148

—
04/16/2025

Price Change

MLS PIN #73357148

$2,500,000
04/09/2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73357148

$2,700,000
11/30/2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #210468548

$1,015,000
11/30/2006

Sold

MLS PIN #70481609

$1,015,000
11/30/2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #326572288

$1

-65.9% / yr

11/04/2006

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #70481609

—
11/04/2006

Contingent

MLS PIN #70481609

—
10/26/2006

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #70481609

$995,000
03/22/1996

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #87686363

$99,396

-29.8% / yr

06/06/1994

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #87689385

$187,500

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 16 Blake Street

Taxable ValueLand$774,900Additions$1,891,900Total$2,666,800
Tax Record2025$16,934 ($1,411 / month)
Home Facts
Beds6Baths4Total Finished SqFt3,406 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,406 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,221 SqFtStories3Lot Size4,250 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1888ZoningBCountyMIDDLESEXAPNCAMB M:00181 L:00053Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 16 Blake Street

This home is within Cambridge School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Peabody School
PublicPK to 5

Rindge Avenue Upper School
Public6 to 8

Cambridge Rindge and Latin School
Public9 to 12

Graham and Parks School
PublicPK to 5

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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