$1,298,000

7 William St Cambridge, MA 02139

$10,000
Closing credit¹
3 beds
2 full
1,780 sqft
0.04 acres
$729 / sqft
House

Property details

About 7 William St

Set on a quiet, tree-lined street in Cambridgeport, this attached 3-bed, 2-bath single family home is an rare find! A handsome 1850s Greek Revival, 7 William features wide-plank floors, a decorative fireplace, and sun-splashed interiors. The kitchen is a pleasure to cook in, with large work surfaces, granite counters, abundant cabinets, a generous pantry & stainless steel appliances. Upstairs, two bright bedrooms and a full bath; the top floor offers a cozy third bedroom plus skylit office—perfect for remote work or creative space. Enjoy in-unit laundry, central air + new ductless mini-split system for the third floor, an unfinished basement with tons of storage, and a private fenced patio with swingset, seating, grill area—and a storage shed. Two-car parking seals the deal! All just 4 blocks to Central Square and the Red Line, minutes to MIT, Harvard, and with easy access to Boston and the Longwood Medical Area. Walk Score® 98. Bike Score® 99. Effortless, urban, and entirely inviting.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Forced Air, Natural Gas, Ductless
StatusActive
(New)
CoolingCentral Air, Ductless
Size1,780 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.04 Acres
Year built1854
ParkingPaved Drive, Off Street, On Street, Deeded, Paved
MLS #73370192

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Tile, Vinyl, Carpet, Hardwood, Engineered Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Interior: Recessed Lighting, Pantry, Office
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Parking: Paved Drive, Off Street, On Street, Deeded, Paved
  • Exterior: Patio - Enclosed, Rain Gutters, Storage
  • Architectural Style: Greek Revival
  • Heating: Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas, Ductless
  • Cooling: Central Air, Ductless
  • List Price: $1,298,000
  • Price/SqFt: $729
  • Annual Tax Amount: $8,451
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Lot: Level
  • Directions: Pearl or Magazine to William; parallel to Cottage and Auburn.
  • Year Built: 1854
  • Living Area: 1,780 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.04 Acres
  • MLS Number: 73370192
  • MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
  • Office Name: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
  • Office Phone: (617) 945-9161
  • Listing Agent: Lauren Holleran Team

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Jun 24, 2014
Home Sold
$660,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$1,427,600$8,451
2023$1,316,700$7,716
2022$1,287,800$7,624
2021$1,193,700$6,983
2020$1,132,200$6,510
2019$1,011,800$6,010

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

8

Martin Luther King Jr.

Public District PK-5

0.5 mi

102 Putnam Ave

6

Fletcher/Maynard Academy

Public District PK-5

0.5 mi

225 Windsor St

8

Cambridgeport

Public District PK-5

0.6 mi

89 Elm 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 $121,176. The majority of Cambridge, MA residents have income between $100k-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?

13%
<35k
22%
35k-100k
48%
100k-200k
17%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

67%
Single, No Kids
5%
Single, with Kids
19%
Married, No Kids
9%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

6%
<11 yrs old
3%
12-17 yrs old
46%
18-34 yrs old
35%
35-64 yrs old
10%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking
  • Live TheatreLive Theatre
  • TennisTennis

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • Crate & BarrelCrate & Barrel
  • H&MH&M

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • ChipotleChipotle

What do the neighbors drive?

  • AudiAudi
  • MercedesMercedes
  • BMWBMW

What do the neighbors listen to?

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

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Frequently asked questions

About 7 William St

The listing price of 7 William St property is $1,298,000.

The property 7 William St is a house located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, 02139.

Active Listing: 7 William St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 7 William St are: Martin Luther King Jr. (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Fletcher/Maynard Academy (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Cambridgeport (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Amigos School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Putnam Avenue Upper School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Cambridge Street Upper School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Prospect Hill Academy Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Cambridge Rindge and Latin (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Community Charter School of Cambridge (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $8,451 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on June 24, 2014 for $660,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 7 William St has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

The property 7 William St is 1,780 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 7 William St is 1854.

This home is located at 7 William St in Cambridge, MA and zip code 02139 in the Central Square neighborhood. This 1,780 square foot home, which was built in 1854, sits on a 0.04 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 6, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,298,000.

Over 23 listings were sold over their listed price in April 2025 in Cambridge, MA. In the same period over 12 listings were sold below the listed price and 5 listings were sold for the listed price. In April 2025 in Cambridge, MA there were 23.6% more homes for sale than in March. In April 2025, listings were on the market for 25 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $1,194,000.

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

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