53 Upland Rd, Unit 53

2,276 Sq. Ft.
$34 / Sq. Ft.
2,276
Sq. Ft.
$34
per Sq. Ft.

Description

On a residential tree-lined side street in the sought-after Avon Hill neighborhood, this rare and elegant 1887 Victorian attached townhouse has a generous 2,276 square feet on 3 levels plus a large finished basement for storage & bikes. The main floor offers excellent flow and high ceilings. Gorgeous period details include stair hall & balustrade; oversized bay windows provide abundant light. Gourmet custom kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances, generous storage, and built-in bookcases; adjacent...On a residential tree-lined side street in the sought-after Avon Hill neighborhood, this rare and elegant 1887 Victorian attached townhouse has a generous 2,276 square feet on 3 levels plus a large finished basement for storage & bikes. The main floor offers excellent flow and high ceilings. Gorgeous period details include stair hall & balustrade; oversized bay windows provide abundant light. Gourmet custom kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances, generous storage, and built-in bookcases; adjacent spacious dining area with double French doors leading to a bluestone patio with private fenced yard and professional landscaping. Gas fireplace with original woodwork in the living room. The second floor has 2 bedrooms or office/study spaces, and a full tiled bath. The 3rd floor offers an en-suite bedroom with skylights, a full bath with soaking tub and separate shower, walk-in closet, and study space. Two off-street parking spaces. Steps to Porter Sq T, shops, restaurants and area amenities.

Listing Agents

  1. John Petrowsky

    John Petrowsky

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    jpetrowsky@compass.com

    P: (617)-504-6330

  2. Donna Marcantonio

    Donna Marcantonio

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    donna@compass.com

    P: (617)-784-7102

Property Details for 53 Upland Road, Unit 53

Town
Cambridge
MLS Area
Avon Hill
Area
MA-Cambridge-Avon Hill, MA-Cambridge
Style
Garden
Garage Spaces
0
Open Parking Spaces
2.00
Parking Spaces Total
2
LISTING UPDATED: 04/18/2026 09:45 PM

Property Details for 53 Upland Road, Unit 53

StatusNew
MLS #73503909
Days on Market2
Rental Incentives-
Costs & Fees-
Available Date07/01/2026
Furnished-
Property TypeRental
MLS TypeRental / Attached (Townhouse/Rowhouse/Duplex)
Year Built1887
CountyMiddlesex County
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Building Information for 53 Upland Road, Unit 53

Building/Complex53 Upland RdFloor-Stories-Residences-Pet Policy-Pet Policy DetailsNoYear Built1887Lot Size0.23 AC / 9,999 SF

Property Information for 53 Upland Road, Unit 53

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Swimming Pool, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf Course, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Living Area: 2276.0
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Disposal, Microwave, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer, Range Hood, Range
  • Num of Baths: 3.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 2
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • FireplaceFeatures: Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Features: Security System
  • Laundry Features: In Basement, In Unit
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Porch, Patio - Enclosed, Garden
  • Exterior Features: Garden Area, Porch
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Patio - Enclosed
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
Utilities
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full,Skylight,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Third Floor
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Recessed Lighting
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Recessed Lighting
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,French Doors,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting
  • Dining Room Level: First
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Features: Bathroom - Half,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Breakfast Bar / Nook,Cabinets - Upgraded,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Level: First
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting
  • Room Living Room Level: First
Property Information
Property Info
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 3
Income / Expenses
  • Insurance Required: Yes
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Security: Security System
  • Adult Community: No
Unit Information
Unit Information
  • Unit Building: 53
  • Unit Floor Level Integer: 1.0
Rental Info
Rental Info
  • Availability Date: 07-01-2026
  • Available Now: No

Property History for 53 Upland Road, Unit 53

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 18, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73503909

$6,500—
Apr 29, 2021

Rented

MLS PIN #72812392

$5,900—
Apr 13, 2021

Contingent

MLS PIN #72812392

—
Apr 9, 2021

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72812392

$5,900—
Apr 27, 2016

Rented

MLS PIN #71990374

$5,600—
Apr 27, 2016

Contingent

MLS PIN #71990374

—
Apr 19, 2016

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71990374

$5,600—
Oct 15, 2015

Rented

MLS PIN #71878062

$4,975—
Oct 15, 2015

Contingent

MLS PIN #71878062

—
Jul 23, 2015

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71878062

$6,200—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/18/2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73503909

$6,500
04/29/2021

Rented

MLS PIN #72812392

$5,900
04/13/2021

Contingent

MLS PIN #72812392

—
04/09/2021

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72812392

$5,900
04/27/2016

Rented

MLS PIN #71990374

$5,600
04/27/2016

Contingent

MLS PIN #71990374

—
04/19/2016

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71990374

$5,600
10/15/2015

Rented

MLS PIN #71878062

$4,975
10/15/2015

Contingent

MLS PIN #71878062

—
07/23/2015

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71878062

$6,200

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

Schools near 53 Upland Road, Unit 53

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
Graham and Parks School
PublicPK to 5

Rindge Avenue 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.

53 Upland Road, Unit 53 is available for rent in Cambridge, MA 02140. This property was listed on April 18, 2026 by Compass, it's currently listed at $6,500. It has been on the market for a total of 2 days and was last rented on April 29, 2021. This listing's school district is Cambridge School District. Nearby schools include Graham and Parks School, Rindge Avenue Upper School and Cambridge Rindge and Latin School. 53 Upland Road, Unit 53 is a 3-bed, 3-bath, 2,276 sqft a property built in 1887.

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