#73378338, Gail Roberts, Ed Feijo & Team, Listing office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
$4,250,000 List price
8 Ellsworth Ave Cambridge, MA 02139
4 beds
3 full
4,383 sqft
0.3 acres
$970 / sqft
House
Property details
About 8 Ellsworth Ave
Tucked into more than 12,000 SF of lush, professionally landscaped gardens, 8 Ellsworth Avenue is a rare Mid-Cambridge retreat that feels immersive, private, and almost impossibly green—yet it’s just blocks from Harvard, Inman, Central, and Kendall Squares. The original 1887 brick home sits quietly among the trees, its rich masonry and gabled roof anchored to the landscape. A striking two-level glass atrium connects it to a shingle-style addition that feels lifted from the Adirondacks, with organic materials, steep lines, and lofty interiors. The open-concept kitchen and family room overlook the verdant backyard through a wall of windows; above, the primary suite offers cathedral ceilings and a tree-framed porch that brings the outdoors in. With 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, and 4,307 SF—including a home gym and sauna in the lower level—this is a home with architectural substance and a meaningful connection to its site, in one of Cambridge’s most walkable, vibrant neighborhoods.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Forced Air, Baseboard, Natural Gas, Other
StatusActive
(New)
(New)
CoolingCentral Air, Multi Unit(s)
Size4,383 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.28 Acres
Year built1887
ParkingPaved Drive, Off Street, Deeded, Stone/Gravel
MLS #73384929
FireplaceDining Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood, Plumbed For Ice Maker
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Vinyl
- Interior: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Recessed Lighting, Pot Filler Faucet, Lighting - Sconce, Steam / Sauna, Entrance Foyer, Exercise Room, Central Vacuum, Sauna/Steam/Hot Tub, Internet Available - Broadband
- Fireplace: Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Parking: Paved Drive, Off Street, Deeded, Stone/Gravel
- Exterior: Deck, Rain Gutters, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Screens, Fenced Yard, Garden
- Architectural Style: Tudor, Cottage, Queen Anne
- Heating: Central, Forced Air, Baseboard, Natural Gas, Other
- Cooling: Central Air, Multi Unit(s)
- List Price: $4,250,000
- Price/SqFt: $969
- Annual Tax Amount: $26,741
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Gentle Sloping
- Directions: Cambridge Street to Ellsworth Avenue, between Ellsworth Park and Broadway.
- Year Built: 1887
- Living Area: 4,383 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.28 Acres
- MLS Number: 73384929
- 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
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 04, 1992 | Home Sold | $480,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,517,000 | $26,741 |
| 2023 | $4,194,300 | $24,579 |
| 2022 | $3,738,900 | $22,134 |
| 2021 | $3,415,400 | $19,980 |
| 2020 | $3,288,000 | $18,906 |
| 2019 | $2,944,000 | $17,487 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
8
Martin Luther King Jr.
Public District PK-5
0.5 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 $99,853. Typical income of Cambridge, MA residents is between $35k-100k annually. Most families are single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
14%
<35k
37%
35k-100k
32%
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?
66%
Single, No Kids
3%
Single, with Kids
21%
Married, No Kids
10%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
8%
<11 yrs old
2%
12-17 yrs old
40%
18-34 yrs old
41%
35-64 yrs old
9%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Hiking/backpacking
Live Theatre
Music Concerts
Where do the neighbors shop?
Bloomingdales
H&M
Crate & Barrel
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Starbucks
Boston Market
Chipotle
What do the neighbors drive?
Audi
Mercedes
Volkswagen
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 8 Ellsworth Ave
The listing price of 8 Ellsworth Ave property is $4,250,000.
The property 8 Ellsworth Ave is a house located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, 02139.
Active Listing: 8 Ellsworth Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 8 Ellsworth Ave 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), Albert F. Argenziano School at Lincoln Park (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Amigos School (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 $26,741 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on August 4, 1992 for $480,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 8 Ellsworth Ave has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
The property 8 Ellsworth Ave is 4,383 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 8 Ellsworth Ave is 1887.
This home is located at 8 Ellsworth Ave in Cambridge, MA and zip code 02139 in the Mid-Cambridge neighborhood. This 4,383 square foot home, which was built in 1887, sits on a 0.28 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 4, 2025 and is currently priced at $4,250,000.
Over 28 listings were sold over their listed price in May 2025 in Cambridge, MA. In the same period over 24 listings were sold below the listed price and 5 listings were sold for the listed price. The number of listings in Cambridge, MA increased by 16.3% between April and May 2025. In May 2025 median list price was $1,180,111 and the average listing age was 34 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.