Dimensions10 x 14
LevelThird
12 Ash Street Place, Cambridge MA 02138
Cambridge, MA 02138 • Harvard Square
$3,995,000
Est. $22,685/month
About this home
Tucked at the very end of a private way in Harvard Square, 12 Ash Street Place is a rare survivor of old Cambridge character—timeworn, soulful, and warmly inviting. The 1847 home offers gracious proportions, rich moldings, and a meandering layout of generous rooms and quiet nooks. The expansive living room, with walls of windows, has a kind of Cambridge grandeur without gloss—equally inviting for lively gatherings or quiet conversation. A footpath from the front door leads to Harvard Square, a secret passage from this tucked-away solitude to the city’s vibrant bustle. The kitchen, with its classic Garland range, built-in seating, and wisteria-draped deck, captures the house’s spirit: lived-in, unpretentious, and full of heart. The property asks for stewardship—and, yes, some elbow grease—from someone who sees the beauty in what time has shaped. Like a favorite old pair of jeans, it’s comfortably broken-in and impossible to replace. Parking is by custom on the private way.
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Listed for Sale
Oct 23, 2025
$3,995,000
Original listing
Agent: Lauren Holleran Team
Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Listed for Sale
Oct 23, 2025
$3,995,000
Original listing
Agent: Lauren Holleran Team
Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Listed for Sale
Oct 23, 2025
$3,995,000
Original listing
Agent: Lauren Holleran Team
Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/23/2025 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $3,995,000 | - | - | Original listing |
| 10/23/2025 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $3,995,000 | - | - | Original listing |
| 10/23/2025 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $3,995,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $27,411 | $4,693,200 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$27,411
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$4,693,200
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1847
Living Area
4,379 sq ft
Lot Size
0.15 acres
Bedrooms
5
Full Baths
4
Half Baths
2
Total Rooms
13
Interior
Heating
Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Flooring
None
Appliances
Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
6
Basement
Full, Partially Finished, Interior Entry, Unfinished
Laundry
In Basement
Features
Bathroom, Entry Hall, Library, Sitting Room
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
Victorian
Roof
Shingle
Features
Deck, Patio, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
Fenced/enclosed, Fenced
Patio/Porch
Deck, Patio
Parking
Features
Assigned
Total Spaces
1
Utilities
Electric
Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$27,411
Assessed Value
$4,693,200
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Parking Is By Custom On The Private Way. One Dedicated Spot For 12 Ash Street Place, And Another Spot Is Used Much Of The Time.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
Contract
Structure Type
[]
House Color
Gray
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
34 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1847
Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
4
Half Bathrooms
2
Living Area
4,379 sq ft
Total Rooms
13
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
4,379 sq ft above grade
Dimensions11 x 12
LevelThird
Dimensions11 x 15
LevelThird
Dimensions11 x 7
LevelSecond
Dimensions11 x 13
LevelSecond
Dimensions9 x 9
LevelSecond
Dimensions28 x 15
LevelSecond
Dimensions14 x 14
LevelSecond
Dimensions5 x 3
LevelFirst
Dimensions14 x 10
LevelFirst
Dimensions10 x 15
LevelFirst
Dimensions29 x 15
LevelFirst
FeaturesYes
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchDeck, Patio
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Appliances:
Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Interior Features:
Bathroom, Entry Hall, Library, Sitting Room
Windows:
Basement:
Full, Partially Finished, Interior Entry, Unfinished
Laundry:
In Basement
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Victorian
Year Built:
1847
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Stone, Brick/Mortar
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling:
Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Deck, Patio, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard
Patio & Porch:
Deck, Patio
Fencing:
Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Level
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
1
Parking Features:
Assigned
Special Features
Fireplaces:
6
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, T-Station, University
Nearby Schools
School information not available for this location.
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Monthly Payment Breakdown
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Property Tax
$2,284
Homeowners Insurance
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95% Interest
Year 15
50/50
Year 30
95% Principal
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Neighborhood
Harvard Square
12 Ash Street Place, Cambridge MA 02138
Cambridge, MA 02138
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Lauren Holleran Team
Listing Office
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Office Phone
617-945-9161
Agent MLS ID
TM331830
Office MLS ID
AN2064
Listing Data Updated
Jan 13, 2026 9:32 AM EST
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.
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