59 R Ellery St

2,874 Sq. Ft.
$835 / Sq. Ft.
2,874
Sq. Ft.
$835
per Sq. Ft.

Description

A rare Cambridge gem! Tucked away on a quiet side street, 59-R Ellery Street offers the perfect single-family alternative in a prime Cambridge location with exceptional outdoor space. Enjoy an oversized private backyard..ideal for gardening, gatherings, and a grand patio perfect for effortless entertaining. Renovated in 2019, the home features an open and seamless layout with hardwood floors throughout, a spacious kitchen with stainless steel appliances, and custom built-ins surrounding a cozy gas...A rare Cambridge gem! Tucked away on a quiet side street, 59-R Ellery Street offers the perfect single-family alternative in a prime Cambridge location with exceptional outdoor space. Enjoy an oversized private backyard..ideal for gardening, gatherings, and a grand patio perfect for effortless entertaining. Renovated in 2019, the home features an open and seamless layout with hardwood floors throughout, a spacious kitchen with stainless steel appliances, and custom built-ins surrounding a cozy gas fireplace. The main level offers a generous primary suite with ensuite bath, walk-in closet, built-in storage, and first-floor washer/dryer. Upstairs features two additional bedrooms, a full bathroom, and flexible living or office space. Legally a two-family, the layout allows for rental income potential with separate entrance and yard space, or the opportunity to reconfigure and expand into a larger single-family residence. Endless possibilities just moments to Harvard, Inman, Central 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
Architectural Style
Victorian, Queen Anne
Style
Garden, Victorian, Queen Anne
Garage Spaces
0
Open Parking Spaces
.00
Parking Spaces Total
0
LISTING UPDATED: 05/28/2026 04:59 PM

Property Details for 59 R Ellery Street

StatusUnder Agreement
MLS #73502504
Days on Market43
Taxes$16,264 / year
HOA Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1916
CountyMiddlesex County

Location

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Building Information for 59 R Ellery Street

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

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$13,310 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$11,954

Property Taxes

$1,355

HOA Dues

$0

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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
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement Features: Full, Walk Out, Interior Access, 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
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Bathroom
  • Laundry Features: First Floor
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Porch, Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Fenced Yard, Garden
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Garden Area, Porch, Patio
  • Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
  • Lot Description: Easements, Level
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Patio
  • Roof Material: Rubber
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air, Ductless Mini-Split System
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Hot Water, Ductless
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 177.777777777
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full,Ceiling Fan(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Remodeled,Crown Molding
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 13.333333333
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Main, First Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 13.333333333
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 159.25
  • Bedroom2 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Lighting - Overhead
  • Bedroom2 Length: 13.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: First
  • Bedroom2 Width: 12.25
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 158.3125
  • Bedroom3 Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Lighting - Overhead
  • Bedroom3 Length: 12.75
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 12.416666666
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Area: 202.888888888
  • Bedroom4 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Lighting - Overhead
  • Bedroom4 Length: 13.833333333
  • Bedroom4 Level: Second
  • Bedroom4 Width: 14.666666666
Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom5 Area: 126.979166666
  • Bedroom5 Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
  • Bedroom5 Length: 9.583333333
  • Bedroom5 Level: Second
  • Bedroom5 Width: 13.25
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Area: 53.027777777
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom1 Length: 7.666666666
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
  • Bathroom1 Width: 6.916666666
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Area: 62.5625
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom2 Length: 6.416666666
  • Bathroom2 Level: First
  • Bathroom2 Width: 9.75
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Area: 62.027777777
  • Bathroom3 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower
  • Bathroom3 Length: 6.416666666
  • Bathroom3 Level: Second
  • Bathroom3 Width: 9.666666666
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 199.305555555
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Open Floorplan,Remodeled,Lighting - Pendant,Crown Molding,Decorative Molding
  • Dining Room Length: 13.666666666
  • Dining Room Level: Main,First
  • Dining Room Width: 14.583333333
Family Room
  • Family Room Area: 245.541666666
  • Family Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Open Floorplan,Lighting - Overhead,Crown Molding
  • Family Room Length: 13.833333333
  • Family Room Level: Second
  • Family Room Width: 17.75
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 248.805555555
  • Kitchen Features: Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Dining Area,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Countertops - Upgraded,Kitchen Island,Cabinets - Upgraded,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Stainless Steel Appliances,Gas Stove,Lighting - Pendant,Crown Molding,Decorative Molding
  • Kitchen Length: 14.083333333
  • Kitchen Level: Main,First
  • Kitchen Width: 17.666666666
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 164.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Lighting - Overhead,Crown Molding,Decorative Molding
  • Room Living Room Length: 13.666666666
  • Room Living Room Level: Main,First
  • Room Living Room Width: 12.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Disclosures: Seller makes no representations or warranties. Seller has not occupied the property for a few years. PROPERTY BEING SOLD AS IS. Offers due Tuesday 21st @ 12pm.
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
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Cooling Zones: 6
  • Heat Zones: 6
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 59 R Ellery Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 28, 2026

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73502505

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May 28, 2026

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73502504

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May 13, 2026

Contingent

MLS PIN #73502505

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/28/2026

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73502505

—
05/28/2026

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73502504

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05/13/2026

Contingent

MLS PIN #73502505

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For completeness, we 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
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
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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Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston, Gabrielle Russo

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