59 R Ellery St

Cambridge, MA 02138

$2,799,999
Price
6
Beds
2,874 Sq. Ft.
$974 / Sq. Ft.
2,874
Sq. Ft.
$974
per Sq. Ft.
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Open: 4/18 11:00AM - 12:15PMNew
Open: 4/18 11:00AM - 12:15PMNew

Description

A rare Cambridge opportunity! Tucked away on a quiet side street, 59-R Ellery Street is a legally designated two-family offering exceptional flexibility in a prime Cambridge location. Renovated in 2019, the property features hardwood floors throughout, a spacious kitchen with stainless steel appliances, and custom built-ins surrounding a cozy gas fireplace. The current layout offers a generous primary suite with ensuite bath, walk-in closet, built-in storage, and convenient first-floor washer/dryer,...A rare Cambridge opportunity! Tucked away on a quiet side street, 59-R Ellery Street is a legally designated two-family offering exceptional flexibility in a prime Cambridge location. Renovated in 2019, the property features hardwood floors throughout, a spacious kitchen with stainless steel appliances, and custom built-ins surrounding a cozy gas fireplace. The current layout offers a generous primary suite with ensuite bath, walk-in closet, built-in storage, and convenient first-floor washer/dryer, while the upper level includes two additional bedrooms, a full bathroom, and flexible living or office space. An oversized private backyard provides ample space for gardening, gatherings, or the potential for a grand patio ideal for entertaining. With separate entrance and yard areas, the property presents an opportunity for rental income, owner-occupancy, or future reconfiguration into a larger single-family residence. Ideally located just moments to Harvard Square, Inman Square + Ctrl sq.
  1. Listed by Gabrielle Russo • Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

Property Details for 59 R Ellery Street

Town
Cambridge
MLS Area
Mid Cambridge
Area
MA-Cambridge-Mid Cambridge, MA-Cambridge
Style
Garden
Garage Spaces
0
Open Parking Spaces
.00
Parking Spaces Total
0

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LISTING UPDATED: 04/15/2026 08:07 PM

Property Details for 59 R Ellery Street

StatusNew
MLS #73502505
Days on MarketListed Today
Taxes$16,264 / year
HOA Fees-
Property TypeMulti Family
MLS TypeMulti-family / 2 Family
Year Built1916
CountyMiddlesex County
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Location

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Building Information for 59 R Ellery Street

Stories3Residences2Year Built1916Building Size-Lot Size0.16 AC / 6,885 SF

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$15,455 per month

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Principal and Interest

$14,099

Property Taxes

$1,355

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Property Information for 59 R Ellery Street

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Living Area: 2874.0
  • Color: Gray
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Total Units: 2
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement Features: Full, Walk Out, Interior Access, Concrete Floor, Unfinished Basement
  • Num of Baths: 4.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 4
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 4.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 4
  • FireplaceFeatures: Gas
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Wood, Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Storage, Crown Molding, Upgraded Cabinets, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s), Bathroom with Shower Stall, Bathroom With Tub & Shower, Country Kitchen, Remodeled, Slider, Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Family Room
  • Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Box/Bay/Bow Window(s)
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Stone
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Garden
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Garden Area, Porch, Deck - Wood, Patio
  • Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
  • Lot Description: Easements, Level
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck - Wood, Patio
  • Roof Material: Shingle
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: On Street Permit
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: On Street Permit
  • Parking Features: On Street Permit
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Hot Water, Steam, Natural Gas, Baseboard, Electric
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Water: Public
Property Information
Property Info
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Disclosures: Seller makes no representations or warranties. Seller has not occupied the property for a few years. Buyer and buyer’s agent to perform their own due diligence and verify all information. Second unit is tenant occupied. Showings require 48–72 hour notice.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: M:00135 L:00085,409059
  • Assessments: $2,561,200
  • Book: 0
  • Lot: 00085
  • Map: 00135
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: C-1
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 6
  • Total Living Levels: 3
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Levels: 3
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No
Unit Information
Unit 1 Description
  • Floor U1: 1
  • Lease U1: N
  • Levels U1: 2
Unit 2 Description
  • Floor U2: 2
  • Lease U2: N
  • Levels U2: 1
Rental Info
Rental Info
  • Total Actual Rent: $.00

Property History for 59 R Ellery Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 15, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73502505

$2,799,999—
Apr 15, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73502504

$2,799,999—
Jun 2, 1998

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #87683397

$490,000

+20.7% / yr

Jul 14, 1995

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #87688213

$285,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/15/2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73502505

$2,799,999
04/15/2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73502504

$2,799,999
06/02/1998

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #87683397

$490,000

+20.7% / yr

07/14/1995

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #87688213

$285,000

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

Public Records for 59 R Ellery Street

Taxable ValueLand$1,136,600Additions$1,424,600Total$2,561,200
Tax Record2025$16,264 ($1,355 / month)
Home Facts
Baths4Total Finished SqFt2,874 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,874 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,413 SqFtStories2Lot Size6,885 SqFtStyleDuplexYear Built1916ZoningC-1CountyMIDDLESEXAPNCAMB M:00135 L:00085

Schools near 59 R Ellery Street

This home is within Cambridge School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
King Open School
Public - PK to 5
Putnam Avenue Upper School
Public - 6 to 8
Cambridge Rindge and Latin School
Public - 9 to 12
Martin Luther King, Jr. School
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
King Open School
PublicPK to 5

Putnam Avenue Upper School
Public6 to 8

Cambridge Rindge and Latin School
Public9 to 12

Martin Luther King, Jr. 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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More information about 59 R Ellery Street, Cambridge, MA 02138

59 R Ellery Street is a multi-family home for sale in Cambridge, MA 02138. This listing's school district is Cambridge School District. Nearby schools include King Open School, Putnam Avenue Upper School and Cambridge Rindge and Latin School. 59 R Ellery Street is a 6-bed, 4-bath, 2,874 sqft multi-family home built in 1916.

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