#73359717, Christopher Sower, Listing office: Cushman & Wakefield
$2,850,000 List price
12 Merrill St Cambridge, MA 02139
9 beds
3 full
3,429 sqft
0.07 acres
$831 / sqft
Multi-Family
Property details
About 12 Merrill St
This grand Merrill Street three family, circa 1916, showcases quality, spaciousness and elegant floor plan with high ceilings, faux fireplaces entrance halls and rich architectural detail. Lovingly cared for and enjoyed by three generations of the same family, it now provides the opportunity for rental investors, owner occupancy and developers. The welcoming vestibule opens to a grand front hall staircase that leads to 18 total rooms that are split into three apartments of 6 rooms. Each apartment has a welcoming foyer, lovely living room with bay windows, dining room with natural woodwork, china cabinet, three bedrooms, nicely updated bath and updated kitchen, generous pantry and porch. Additional features include gleaming hard wood floors, replacement windows, and electrical upgrade. Convenient to all Cambridge has to offer, including only a little over half-mile to both Harvard & Central Squares, public transportation, numerous restaurants options and shopping venues
Highlights
Home typeMulti Family
StatusActive
Size3,429 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.07 Acres
Year built1916
ParkingPaved Drive, Off Street
MLS #73389500
Garage1 space
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Appliances: Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Tile, Hardwood
- Interior: Pantry, Crown Molding, Upgraded Cabinets, Upgraded Countertops, Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen
- Total Bedroom Count: 9
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Parking: Paved Drive, Off Street
- List Price: $2,850,000
- Price/SqFt: $831
- Annual Tax Amount: $13,963
- Tax Year: 2024
- Directions: Broadway to Merrill
- Year Built: 1916
- Stories: 3
- Living Area: 3,429 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.07 Acres
- MLS Number: 73389500
- MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
- Office Name: Coldwell Banker Realty - Belmont
- Office Phone: (617) 484-5300
- Listing Agent: Patrick Murphy
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Price information
Property sales
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,358,600 | $13,963 |
| 2023 | $2,240,300 | $13,128 |
| 2022 | $2,125,500 | $12,583 |
| 2021 | $2,012,000 | $11,770 |
| 2020 | $1,972,200 | $11,340 |
| 2019 | $1,793,100 | $10,651 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
8
Martin Luther King Jr.
Public District PK-5
0.4 mi
•102 Putnam Ave
8
Cambridgeport
Public District PK-5
0.5 mi
•89 Elm St
6
Fletcher/Maynard Academy
Public District PK-5
0.7 mi
•225 Windsor St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $110,638. The most common annual income of people living in Cambridge, MA is between $35k-100k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have masters degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
5%
<35k
40%
35k-100k
39%
100k-200k
16%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
73%
Single, No Kids
3%
Single, with Kids
17%
Married, No Kids
7%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
6%
<11 yrs old
1%
12-17 yrs old
50%
18-34 yrs old
34%
35-64 yrs old
9%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Hiking/backpacking
Live Theatre
Tennis
Where do the neighbors shop?
Bloomingdales
Crate & Barrel
H&M
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Starbucks
Boston Market
Chipotle
What do the neighbors drive?
Audi
Mercedes
BMW
What do the neighbors listen to?
Alternative
News- Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 12 Merrill St
The listing price of 12 Merrill St property is $2,850,000.
The property 12 Merrill St is a multi located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, 02139.
Active Listing: 12 Merrill St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 12 Merrill St are: Martin Luther King Jr. (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Cambridgeport (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Fletcher/Maynard Academy (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Putnam Avenue Upper School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Amigos School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Albert F. Argenziano School at Lincoln Park (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Cambridge Rindge and Latin (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Prospect Hill Academy Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Community Charter School of Cambridge (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $13,963 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property 12 Merrill St is 3,429 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 12 Merrill St is 1916.
This home is located at 12 Merrill St in Cambridge, MA and zip code 02139 in the Mid-Cambridge neighborhood. This 3,429 square foot home, which was built in 1916, sits on a 0.07 acre lot. Features: 9 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 11, 2025 and is currently priced at $2,850,000.
Over 31 listings were sold over their listed price in June 2025 in Cambridge, MA. In the same period over 28 listings were sold below the listed price and 7 listings were sold for the listed price. The number of listings in Cambridge, MA increased by 10% between May and June 2025. In June 2025 median list price was $1,196,500 and the average listing age was 28 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.