$2,875,000

189 Pearl St Unit 1 Cambridge, MA 02139

6 beds
3 full, 2 partial
4,069 sqft
0.10 acres
$707 / sqft
House

Property details

About 189 Pearl St Unit 1

This custom townhouse is ideally situated just a block from Dana Square Park and within walking distance to MIT, Harvard Square, Kendall Square, and Central Square while offering immediate access to the Longwood Medical Area, BU as well. This renovated 6-bedroom residence truly feels like a home, featuring a private outdoor patio, private porch, three bedrooms on the 3rd and 4th floors, and 3 parking spaces (2 garage and 1 off-street). The primary bedroom is exquisite, boasting his and hers walk-in closets and an en-suite 5-piece bathroom with a steam shower. The finished basement includes a full laundry room with a laundry chute, an extra refrigerator, a half bathroom, a gym space with a tiled floor, an additional playroom (perfect for children due to its lower ceilings), and ample storage. Awarded the Preservation Award in 2008. Impressive 92 walk score/99 bike score. Awarded the Preservation Award in 2009.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(Contingent)
CoolingCentral Air
Size4,069 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.1 Acres
Year built1910
ParkingDetached, Off Street
MLS #73263713
Garage2 spaces
FireplaceLiving Room

Summary

  • MLS Number: 73263713
  • MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
  • Office Name: Luxury Residential Group, LLC
  • Office Phone: (617) 233-5800
  • Listing Agent: Michelle Otey

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Nearby schools

7

Morse

Public District PK-5

0.4 mi

40 Granite St

8

Martin Luther King Jr.

Public District PK-5

0.5 mi

102 Putnam Ave

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.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $81,148. The most common annual income of people living in Cambridge, MA is between $35k-100k. The majority of families are single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

22%
<35k
35%
35k-100k
31%
100k-200k
12%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

57%
Single, No Kids
8%
Single, with Kids
21%
Married, No Kids
14%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

12%
<11 yrs old
5%
12-17 yrs old
36%
18-34 yrs old
40%
35-64 yrs old
7%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Music ConcertsMusic Concerts
  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking
  • Art MuseumsArt Museums

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • H&MH&M
  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • Banana RepublicBanana Republic

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • ChipotleChipotle
  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • Boston MarketBoston Market

What do the neighbors drive?

  • VolkswagenVolkswagen
  • AudiAudi
  • MercedesMercedes

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
  • AlternativeAlternative
  • NewsNews
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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About 189 Pearl St Unit 1

This home is located at 189 Pearl St Unit 1 in Cambridge, MA and zip code 02139 in the Cambridgeport neighborhood. This 4,069 square foot home, which was built in 1910, sits on a 0.10 acre lot. Features: 6 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 11, 2024 and is currently priced at $2,875,000.

In March 2025, from all listings sold in Cambridge, MA there were more than 16 sold above asking price, over 16 sold below and more than 1 were sold right at the asked price. The number of listings in Cambridge, MA increased by 38.6% between February and March 2025. While the average time on the market in March 2025 was 40 days, the median list price was $1,194,375.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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