181 Grove St

2,685 Sq. Ft.
$1,229 / Sq. Ft.
2,685
Sq. Ft.
$1,229
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Ideally perched above Fresh Pond with serene water and golf course views, 181 Grove Street offers an expansive footprint behind its charming façade. 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...Ideally perched above Fresh Pond with serene water and golf course views, 181 Grove Street offers an expansive footprint behind its charming façade. 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.
  1. Listed by Max Dublin Team • Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
  2. Listed by Max Dublin • Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Property Details for 181 Grove Street

Town
Cambridge
MLS Area
West Cambridge
Area
MA-Cambridge-West Cambridge, MA-Cambridge
Architectural Style
Cape
Style
Garden, Cape
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spaces
4.00
Parking Spaces Total
6
LISTING UPDATED: 09/15/2025 12:23 PM

Property Details for 181 Grove Street

StatusSold
MLS #73367287
Days on Market5
Taxes$17,247 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1953
CountyMiddlesex County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, Max Dublin Team; Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, Max Dublin

Sold By Compass, Kendall Green Luce Team

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Building Information for 181 Grove Street

Stories-Year Built1953Building Size-Lot Size0.23 AC / 10,080 SF

Payment Calculator

$17,521 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$16,084

Property Taxes

$1,437

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 181 Grove Street

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Swimming Pool, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf Course, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 2685.0
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: Yes
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • High School: Crls
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
  • Basement Features: Full
  • Num of Baths: 3.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 3
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 3.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • FireplaceFeatures: Kitchen, Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Laundry Features: First Floor
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Patio, Greenhouse, Fenced Yard, Garden
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Greenhouse, Garden Area, Patio
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Frontage Type: Golf Course
  • Other Structures: Greenhouse
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Roof Material: Shingle
  • Waterview Features: Pond
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Attached, Paved Drive, Off-Street
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Off-Street
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 195.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting,Lighting - Overhead
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 13.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Main, First Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 15.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 285.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s),Flooring - Wood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Recessed Lighting,Lighting - Overhead
  • Bedroom2 Length: 15.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Main,First
  • Bedroom2 Width: 19.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 156.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Fireplace,Skylight,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Lighting - Overhead
  • Bedroom3 Length: 13.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 12.0
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Area: 156.0
  • Bedroom4 Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s),Closet,Lighting - Overhead
  • Bedroom4 Length: 13.0
  • Bedroom4 Level: Second
  • Bedroom4 Width: 12.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Area: 135.0
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - With Shower Stall,Bathroom - With Tub,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Double Vanity,Recessed Lighting,Soaking Tub
  • Bathroom1 Length: 9.0
  • Bathroom1 Level: Main,First
  • Bathroom1 Width: 15.0
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Area: 49.0
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Lighting - Sconce
  • Bathroom2 Length: 7.0
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom2 Width: 7.0
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Area: 30.0
  • Bathroom3 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Lighting - Sconce,Lighting - Overhead,Pedestal Sink
  • Bathroom3 Length: 5.0
  • Bathroom3 Level: First
  • Bathroom3 Width: 6.0
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s),Ceiling Fan(s),Beamed Ceilings,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Flooring - Wood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Lighting - Overhead
  • Dining Room Level: Main,First
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 273.0
  • Kitchen Features: Skylight,Cathedral Ceiling(s),Closet,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Flooring - Wood,Dining Area,Pantry,Recessed Lighting,Lighting - Pendant,Lighting - Overhead
  • Kitchen Length: 13.0
  • Kitchen Level: Main,First
  • Kitchen Width: 21.0
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 476.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s),Ceiling Fan(s),Beamed Ceilings,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Flooring - Wood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Lighting - Overhead
  • Room Living Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Living Room Level: Main,First
  • Room Living Room Width: 28.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: M:00266 L:00012,418669
  • Assessments: $2,716,100
  • Book: 69708
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: A-2
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 4
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Other
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 181 Grove Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 16, 2026

Canceled

MLS PIN #73467818

$5,700,000
Jan 13, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73467818

$5,700,000
Sep 11, 2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73367287

$3,300,000
May 4, 2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73367287

May 4, 2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73367287

Apr 30, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73367287

$2,595,000
Aug 1, 2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #602952422

$1,550,000
Jul 31, 2017

Sold

MLS PIN #72130552

$1,550,000
Mar 22, 2017

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #72130552

Mar 22, 2017

Contingent

MLS PIN #72130552

Mar 13, 2017

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72130552

$1,350,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/16/2026

Canceled

MLS PIN #73467818

$5,700,000
01/13/2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73467818

$5,700,000
09/11/2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73367287

$3,300,000
05/04/2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73367287

05/04/2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73367287

04/30/2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73367287

$2,595,000
08/01/2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #602952422

$1,550,000
07/31/2017

Sold

MLS PIN #72130552

$1,550,000
03/22/2017

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #72130552

03/22/2017

Contingent

MLS PIN #72130552

03/13/2017

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72130552

$1,350,000

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

Public Records for 181 Grove Street

Taxable ValueLand$989,400Additions$1,726,700Total$2,716,100
Tax Record2025$17,247 ($1,437 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths3Total Finished SqFt2,385 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,385 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,629 SqFtStories2Lot Size10,080 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1953ZoningA-2CountyMIDDLESEXAPNCAMB M:00266 L:00012Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 181 Grove 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
John M. Tobin Montessori School
PublicPK to 5

Vassal Lane Upper School
Public6 to 8

Cambridge Rindge and Latin School
Public9 to 12

Peabody 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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Listing Courtesy of Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, Max Dublin Team; Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, Max Dublin

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