Home Homes for Sale 16 Coolidge Ave, Cambridge MA 02138
$3,685,000
$1217/sqft · Cambridge, MA
4Beds
2.5Baths
3,029Sqft
0.33 acresLot Size
16 Coolidge Ave, Cambridge MA 02138
Active Listed 7 days ago
Single Family Residence Built in 1889 0.33 Acre Lot 2-car Garage

What's Special

Single Family ResidenceBuilt in 18891 Fireplace2-car Garage

Located in the coveted Coolidge Hill Neighborhood this stately Italianate Victorian offers tremendous privacy from its oversized 14,000+ square foot lot, mature gardens and fenced-in yard and is just blocks away from the Shady Hill School and Buckingham Browne & Nichols. Classic 19th century details feature prominently with 9'-6" ceilings on the first floor, period millwork, a robust balustrade and staircase, hardwood and pine flooring, oversized windows, original plaster rosettes and a wrap-around porch. There are large rooms throughout including a double-parlor with wood burning fireplace, formal dining room and contemporary eat-in kitchen with a cozy enameled cast iron VT stove for winter mornings. The 2nd floor offers 9' ceilings, 3 well-proportioned bedrooms, a small study and fully renovated bathroom. The 3rd floor is a special retreat with cathedral ceilings, skylights and a newer vintage style bathroom with clawfoot tub. Also, central AC, 200amp electrical service, 2-car detached brick garage and a new (2025/2026) gas heating system. This is a unique property with many possibilities for adding additional living space, an ADU or potentially additional housing. See agent regarding architectural schematics for possible development options.

Location

Property Details

Core Details

Property TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1889
Architectural StyleVictorian
Parcel NumberM:0242A L:0157,419083
ZoningA-2
MLS #73582280

Space & Sizing

Living Area3,029 sqft
Above Grade3,100 sqft
Total Rooms9
Bedrooms4
Bathrooms2.5
Lot Size0.33 acres

Room Dimensions

Bathroom1First
Bathroom2Second
Bathroom3Third
Bedroom2Second
Bedroom3Second
Bedroom4Third
Dining RoomFirst
Family RoomFirst
KitchenFirst
Living RoomFirst
Master BathroomNo
Master BedroomSecond

Features & Systems

Parking2-car Garage
Garage2 spaces
Open Parking2
Cooling2 Zones
Heating1 Zone
Fireplaces1
ConstructionFrame
FoundationStone
RoofAsphalt/Composition Shingles
CoolingCentral Air, Dual, Ductless
Electric200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
SewerPublic Sewer
Water SourcePublic

Features & Amenities

1 Fireplace
Accessibility Features
No
Appliances
Dishwasher Disposal Gas Water Heater Oven Range Water Heater
Community Features
Private School Public Transportation Shopping Walk/Jog Trails
Door Features
French Doors
Exterior Features
Deck Garden Porch Professional Landscaping Rain Gutters Sprinkler System
Fencing
Fenced/Enclosed
Fireplace Features
Family Room
Flooring
Hardwood Pine Tile Wood
Green Energy Efficient
Thermostat
Interior Features
Study
Laundry Features
In Basement
Lot Features
Gentle Sloping Level
Lead Paint
Unknown
Parking Features
Detached Off Street Paved
Patio And Porch Features
Deck Porch
Utilities
for Electric Range
Window Features
Storm Window(s)

Additional Information

Disclosures: Right of way in driveway. See site plan. Central AC & Heat except 3rd flr rear room. Seller is a trustee, has never occupied the property and has limited personal knowledge of its condition. The property is being sold strictly in "as-is, where-is" condition. Taxes do not reflect resi exemption.

Directions: Off Mt. Auburn Street

Financial Details

Annual Taxes$19,490 (2026)
Assessed Value$2,922,100
Tax Book Number72129
Listed on Sep 24, 2026 Updated Oct 1, 2026 10:52 PM Middlesex County

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Colonial Realty Associates
(617) 977-6025
MLS #73582280

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