Last Sold Price
3 beds1,118 sqft$1,091/sqft
71 Gold Star Rd, Cambridge, MA 02140

Description

A Cambridge SF as loved and lovable as this one seldom comes to market. Occupied by 1 family since 1996, it is well maintained and thoughtfully updated. An inviting front porch opens to a tiled foyer w/stained glass window. Light streams thru LR and DR; a partial wall btwn them allows for easy flow while maintaining defined spaces. Glass drs open from DR to a lg deck with seating areas, plantings, and wood fence. A wood arbor separates this backyard haven from the driveway. Adjacent to the DR is...A Cambridge SF as loved and lovable as this one seldom comes to market. Occupied by 1 family since 1996, it is well maintained and thoughtfully updated. An inviting front porch opens to a tiled foyer w/stained glass window. Light streams thru LR and DR; a partial wall btwn them allows for easy flow while maintaining defined spaces. Glass drs open from DR to a lg deck with seating areas, plantings, and wood fence. A wood arbor separates this backyard haven from the driveway. Adjacent to the DR is a sizable kitchen w/Euro-style open shelving; quartz counters; tile fl; wood cabinets; ss appliances; double windows above sink; and island w/seating on DR side. A laundry room w/half bath complete the 1st fl. Upstairs are 3 bdrms - 1 w/a loft space and door to private balcony overlooking deck. Full, tiled bathroom w/skylight. Unfinished bsmt has storage and workshop space. Nestled btwn Davis Sq. and Mass Ave. near 2 bike paths, this location has great walkability and transit options.
LISTING CLOSED: 06/20/2025 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Thalia C. Tringo • Thalia Tringo & Associates Real Estate, Inc.

Property Details for 71 Gold Star Road

Status
MLS #
73370866
Days on Market
14
Taxes
$1,524 / year
HOA Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Single Family / Detached
Year Built
1903
Town
Cambridge
MLS Area
North Cambridge
Area
MA-Cambridge-North Cambridge, MA-Cambridge
Architectural Style
Other (See Remarks)
Style
Garden, Other (See Remarks)
Garage Spaces
0
Open Parking Spaces
1.00
Parking Spaces Total
1

Location

Listing Courtesy of Thalia Tringo & Associates Real Estate, Inc., Thalia C. Tringo

Sold By Leading Edge Real Estate, Lauren Maguire

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Building Information for 71 Gold Star Road

Stories-Year Built1903Building Size-Lot Size0.04 AC / 1,673 SF

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$6,329 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$6,202

Property Taxes

$127

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Property Information for 71 Gold Star Road

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, T-Station, University
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 1118.0
  • Color: blush pink
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Tankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement Features: Full, Interior Access, Unfinished Basement
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 1
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • FireplaceYN: No
  • Fireplaces: 0
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet
  • Interior Features: Entrance Foyer
  • Interior Features: Window AC
  • Laundry Features: First Floor
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Permeable Paving, Porch, Deck, Balcony, Fenced Yard, Garden
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Balcony, Garden Area, Porch, Deck
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Lot Description: Other
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck
  • Roof Material: Shingle
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: Off-Street, Improved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Improved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Improved Driveway, Permeable Pavement
Utilities
  • Cooling: Window AC, Wall AC
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
  • Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 132.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 12.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 11.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 110.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Closet,Flooring - Wood
  • Bedroom2 Length: 10.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 11.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 90.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Bedroom3 Length: 10.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 9.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Area: 55.0
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Half
  • Bathroom1 Length: 11.0
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
  • Bathroom1 Width: 5.0
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Area: 30.0
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower
  • Bathroom2 Length: 5.0
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom2 Width: 6.0
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 117.0
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Wood
  • Dining Room Length: 9.0
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 13.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 165.0
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Recessed Lighting
  • Kitchen Length: 11.0
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Width: 15.0
Laundry
  • Laundry Dimen: 11X5
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 144.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Wood
  • Room Living Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Width: 12.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Disclosures: Roof is about 20 yrs old and has some moss on the north-facing side. No leaks or known issues but it may need replacement in the near future. One switch in full bath is not connected to anything. No handrail on basement stairs. City lists this as 2 bedrooms; 3rd bedroom has a freestanding closet.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: M:00184 L:00057,412869
  • Assessments: $739,200
  • Book: 65604
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: res
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 3
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Stone, Brick/Mortar
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 71 Gold Star Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 20, 2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73370866

$1,220,221
May 21, 2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73370866

May 13, 2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73370866

DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/20/2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73370866

$1,220,221
05/21/2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73370866

05/13/2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73370866

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

Public Records for 71 Gold Star Road

Taxable ValueLand$398,900Additions$340,300Total$739,200
Tax Record2025$4,694 ($391 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,011 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,011 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt546 SqFtStories2Lot Size1,673 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1903Year Renovated1903ZoningBCountyMIDDLESEXAPNCAMB M:00184 L:00057

Schools near 71 Gold Star Road

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 - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Peabody School
PublicPK to 5

Rindge Avenue Upper School
Public6 to 8

Cambridge Rindge and Latin School
Public9 to 12

Vassal Lane Upper School
Public6 to 8

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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 71 Gold Star Road, Cambridge, MA 02140
$1,220,221
3
1,118
1,673
$299,000
2
1,029
1,845
2
1.5
924
1,545
$1
3
2
1,323
2,088
$1,250,000
5
2,289
2,012
$152,000
2.5
2,531
3,366

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