$4,485,000

57 Brewster St Cambridge, MA 02138

6 beds
4 full, 1 partial
4,495 sqft
0.1 acres
$998 / sqft
House

Property details

About 57 Brewster St

Coined by Robert Frost as "Brewster Village," this expansive home is sited on one of the most desirable streets in the city. Through the grand foyer, the gracious living room sits behind pocket doors, and seamlessly flows into the family room adorned with a fireplace, and a door to the dining room. The massive eat-in kitchen is accessed through pocket doors, and showcases stone countertops, high-end stainless steel appliances, a gas stove, island, and eating area with French doors to the patio & fenced-in yard. The 2nd floor houses the gracious primary suite with 2 walk-in closets, a gas fireplace, en-suite 4-piece bath with a soaking tub, and French doors to a 15' porch. There are 2 additional bedrooms and a hall bath on this level. The 3rd floor houses 3 more bedrooms and a hall bath. The top level offers a large creative space with a vaulted ceiling and 3 skylights. On the lower level, there is a 25' playroom, mudroom with walkout exterior access, full bath, laundry & bonus spaces.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size4,495 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.11 Acres
Year built1897
ParkingPaved Drive, Off Street, Paved
MLS #73358031

Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Basement: Yes
  • Interior: Bedroom, Bonus Room, Bathroom, Play Room
  • Total Bedroom Count: 6
  • Parking: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
  • Exterior: Porch, Patio, Professional Landscaping, Fenced Yard, Garden
  • Architectural Style: Victorian, Shingle
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $4,485,000
  • Price/SqFt: $997
  • Annual Tax Amount: $29,480
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Lot: Level
  • Directions: Between Riedesel Avenue and Appleton Street.
  • Year Built: 1897
  • Living Area: 4,495 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.11 Acres
  • MLS Number: 73358031
  • 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

DateEventPrice
Jun 25, 2008
Home Sold
$2,860,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$4,979,700$29,480
2023$4,610,500$27,018
2022$4,227,400$25,026
2021$4,022,900$23,534
2020$3,828,500$22,014
2019$3,454,000$20,517

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

8

John M Tobin

Public District PK-5

0.5 mi

197 Vassal Ln

7

Graham and Parks

Public District PK-5

0.5 mi

44 Linnaean St

7

Maria L. Baldwin

Public District PK-5

0.9 mi

85 Oxford 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 $244,140. Typical income of Cambridge, MA residents is $200k+ annually. Most families are single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

17%
<35k
17%
35k-100k
14%
100k-200k
52%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

43%
Single, No Kids
4%
Single, with Kids
31%
Married, No Kids
22%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

11%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
16%
18-34 yrs old
46%
35-64 yrs old
20%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Live TheatreLive Theatre
  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking
  • Art MuseumsArt Museums

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • Crate & BarrelCrate & Barrel

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • StarbucksStarbucks

What do the neighbors drive?

  • MercedesMercedes
  • AudiAudi
  • BMWBMW

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • NewsNews
  • AlternativeAlternative
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 57 Brewster St

The listing price of 57 Brewster St property is $4,485,000.

The property 57 Brewster St is a house located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, 02138.

Active Listing: 57 Brewster St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 57 Brewster St are: John M Tobin (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Graham and Parks (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Maria L. Baldwin (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Vassal Lane Upper School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Rindge Avenue Upper School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), John F Kennedy (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Cambridge Rindge and Latin (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Prospect Hill Academy Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Somerville High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $29,480 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on June 25, 2008 for $2,860,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 57 Brewster St has 6 bedrooms and 4 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The property 57 Brewster St is 4,495 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 57 Brewster St is 1897.

This home is located at 57 Brewster St in Cambridge, MA and zip code 02138 in the West Cambridge neighborhood. This 4,495 square foot home, which was built in 1897, sits on a 0.11 acre lot. Features: 6 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 10, 2025 and is currently priced at $4,485,000.

While more than 23 listings in Cambridge, MA in April 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 5 listings sold at asking price, and more than 12 were sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Cambridge, MA between March and April 2025 increased by 23.6%. 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.

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