#73341803, Duncan MacArthur, Listing Office: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
$8,000,000 List price
18 Ash St Cambridge, MA 02138
5 beds
5 full, 1 partial
5,376 sqft
0.3 acres
$1,488 / sqft
House
Property details
About 18 Ash St
A truly extraordinary opportunity to acquire a distinct, tastefully renovated & discreet oasis hidden in Harvard Square. This magical property sits on 2 parcels of verdant land which have been beautifully landscaped with a pool, koi pond and gardens. Lavish amenities throughout the home include custom millwork & stonework, a dumbwaiter, catering area, 28' family room, 6 fireplaces, offices, radiant heat, 2-car garage with electric car charging, and much more.. The resort-like primary suite showcases 2 walk-in closets, separate bathrooms connected by a marble double-steam shower, and bifold doors to the 30' deck with a descending spiral staircase. The meticulously maintained & artfully landscaped grounds boast a flourishing greenhouse, koi pond, heated pool, cabanas, and patios.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingBaseboard, Radiant, Natural Gas, Other
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size5,376 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.33 Acres
Year built1854
ParkingDetached, Under, Off Street
MLS #73290609
Attached garage2 spaces
ViewCity
Private poolYes
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 5
- Basement: Yes
- Interior: Wet Bar
- Total Bedroom Count: 5
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Private Pool: Yes
- Parking: Detached, Under, Off Street
- View: City
- Exterior: Porch - Enclosed, Deck - Roof, Patio, Pool - Inground Heated, Greenhouse, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard, City View(s), Garden
- Architectural Style: Colonial, Antique, Farmhouse
- Heating: Baseboard, Radiant, Natural Gas, Other
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $8,000,000
- Price/SqFt: $1,488
- Annual Tax Amount: $33,641
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Level
- Directions: Between Mount Auburn Street and Brattle Street
- Year Built: 1854
- Living Area: 5,376 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.33 Acres
- MLS Number: 73290609
- MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
- Office Name: Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
- Office Phone: (617) 864-4430
- Listing Agent: Gail Roberts, Ed Feijo & Team
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 15, 2023 | Home Sold | $13,500,000 |
| Sep 07, 2001 | Home Sold | $1,585,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,682,600 | $33,641 |
| 2023 | $6,079,400 | $35,625 |
| 2022 | $5,455,000 | $32,294 |
| 2021 | $5,176,600 | $30,283 |
| 2020 | $4,939,900 | $28,404 |
| 2019 | $4,472,300 | $26,565 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
7
Graham and Parks
Public District PK-5
0.6 mi
•44 Linnaean St
7
Maria L. Baldwin
Public District PK-5
0.7 mi
•85 Oxford St
8
Martin Luther King Jr.
Public District PK-5
0.8 mi
•102 Putnam Ave
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 $104,032. Residents of Cambridge, MA typically earn $200k+ each year. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is masters degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
27%
<35k
22%
35k-100k
23%
100k-200k
28%
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?
67%
Single, No Kids
3%
Single, with Kids
25%
Married, No Kids
5%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
4%
<11 yrs old
2%
12-17 yrs old
42%
18-34 yrs old
25%
35-64 yrs old
27%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Live Theatre
Art Museums
Hiking/backpacking
Where do the neighbors shop?
Bloomingdales
H&M
Crate & Barrel
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Boston Market
Starbucks
Chipotle
What do the neighbors drive?
Mercedes
Audi
Volkswagen
What do the neighbors listen to?
News
Alternative- Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 18 Ash St
The listing price of 18 Ash St property is $8,000,000.
The property 18 Ash St is a house located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, 02138.
Active Listing: 18 Ash St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 18 Ash St are: Graham and Parks (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Maria L. Baldwin (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Martin Luther King Jr. (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Putnam Avenue Upper School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Vassal Lane Upper School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Gardner Pilot Academy (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Cambridge Rindge and Latin (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Prospect Hill Academy Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Match Charter Public School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $33,641 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on November 15, 2023 for $13,500,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 18 Ash St has 5 bedrooms and 5 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 18 Ash St is 5,376 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 18 Ash St is 1854.
This home is located at 18 Ash St in Cambridge, MA and zip code 02138 in the Harvard Square neighborhood. This 5,376 square foot home, which was built in 1854, sits on a 0.33 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since September 16, 2024 and is currently priced at $8,000,000.
Cambridge, MA housing market in April 2025 saw over 23 listings sold above listed price, more than 5 sold at listed price and over 12 sold below. In April 2025 in Cambridge, MA there were 23.6% more homes for sale than in March. While the average time on the market in April 2025 was 25 days, the median list price was $1,194,000.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.