128 Elm St, Cambridge MA 02140
Cambridge, MA 02140 • Porter Square
$1,599,900
Est. $9,124/month
About this home
Exceptional Opportunity Alert in the Heart of Cambridge’s Porter Square! Calling all savvy investors and dream-home hunters! Here’s your golden ticket to Porter Square, a hop, skip, and a jump from Harvard, Lesley University, and the Red Line! This spacious two-family gem is bursting with potential, featuring sun-soaked living areas and hardwood floors, all in an unbeatable location. The first floor unit is a colossal 1-bedroom wonder with a sun-drenched living room, dining room, and an eat-in kitchen complete with pantry and gas cooking. Think high ceilings and hardwood floors for those cozy vibes. Upstairs, the second floor unit boasts a kitchen perfect for snuggle-worthy breakfasts, with gas cooking and a pantry to stash all your snacky treasures. Enjoy a bright living room and dining area with an inviting fireplace and 4-bedrooms that offer closet space galore! Expandable 3rd floor for a main suite hideaway!
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Property History
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Property Timeline
Status: Active under contract
May 1, 2026
Active → Active Under Contract
Pending Sale
Apr 30, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
Listed for Sale
Apr 10, 2026
$1,599,900
Original listing
Agent: Leslie Ingram
Office: Leslie Ingram
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/01/2026 | 📋 Status: Active under contract | - | - | - | Active → Active Under Contract |
| 04/30/2026 | ⏳ Pending Sale | - | - | - | Offer accepted, sale pending |
| 04/10/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $1,599,900 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,010 | $1,576,300 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$10,010
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$1,576,300
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential Income
Style
Multi Family
Year Built
1903
Living Area
2,975 sq ft
Lot Size
0.06 acres
Bedrooms
6
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
12
Investment Metrics
Units
2
Unit 1 Rent
$2,400/mo · N
Unit 2 Rent
— · N
Total Monthly Rent
$2,400/mo
Gross Income
$28,800
Net Operating Income
$28,800
Cap Rate
1.80%
Interior
Heating
Natural Gas
Cooling
None
Flooring
Tile, Laminate, Hardwood
Appliances
Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
2
Basement
Full
Laundry
Washer Hookup
Features
Pantry, Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Laundry Room, Sunroom
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
None
Roof
Shingle
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
Fenced
Patio/Porch
Porch, Enclosed
Parking
Features
None
Utilities
Electric
Circuit Breakers
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range, Washer Hookup
Financial
Annual Tax
$10,010
Assessed Value
$1,576,300
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
Contract
Structure Type
[]
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures
Living area is approximate
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
35 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Multi Family
Listing Type
Sale Pending
Year Built
1903
Bedrooms
6
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
2,975 sq ft
Total Rooms
12
Stories
3
Levels
3
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
2,975 sq ft above grade
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPorch, Enclosed
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:
Tile, Laminate, Hardwood
Appliances:
Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Interior Features:
Pantry, Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Laundry Room, Sunroom
Windows:
Basement:
Full
Laundry:
Washer Hookup
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1903
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Stone, Brick/Mortar
Stories:
3
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Natural Gas
Heating Zones:
2
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Natural Gas
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Porch, Enclosed
Fencing:
Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Corner Lot
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Parking Features:
Special Features
Fireplaces:
2
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Medical Facility, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University, Other
Nearby Schools
School District
Cambridge School District local
A-
Where Graduates Go
Class of 2021
65%
attend college
58%
4-Year
7%
2-Year
23%
Out of State
7%
Working
School Safety
2024-25
1.2%
Low
0.8%
Suspensions
0.2%
In-School
0.4%
Emergency
4.3% below state avg
Elementary Schools
10 schools
Cambridge Friends School
0.7 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
0.7 mi
|
#100 of 824
|
Score: 59.4
Dropped 79 spots from last year
+1.2 above state avg
352 students
Less Diverse
Grades PK-06
Cambridge Montessori School
0.8 mi
Grades PK-06
St. Peter Elementary School
0.9 mi
Grades PK-08
Lycee International de Boston/International School of Boston, Inc.
1.1 mi
Grades 01-12
Shady Hill School
1.7 mi
Grades PK-08
C
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
1.8 mi
|
#253 of 346
|
Score: 45.9
Improved 29 spots from last year
-12.3 below state avg
890 students
Diverse
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
College Ready Curriculum
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
Fayerweather Street School
1.8 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Amigos School
2.0 mi
|
#45 of 352
|
Score: 57.8
Improved 14 spots from last year
-0.5 below state avg
413 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
B+
Peabody School
0.5 mi
|
#278 of 824
|
Score: 51.4
Improved 84 spots from last year
-6.8 below state avg
314 students
Very Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
Middle Schools
5 schools
Allium Montessori School
0.9 mi
Grades 01-06
A
Rindge Avenue Upper School
0.5 mi
|
#67 of 352
|
Score: 54.3
Dropped 2 spots from last year
-3.9 below state avg
292 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
A-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
1.7 mi
|
#103 of 352
|
Score: 49.1
Dropped 24 spots from last year
-9.1 below state avg
283 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
C+
Cambridge Street Upper School
1.9 mi
|
#214 of 352
|
Score: 39.8
Dropped 26 spots from last year
-18.4 below state avg
301 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
B+
Darby Vassall Upper School
2.2 mi
|
#118 of 352
|
Score: 47.5
Improved 26 spots from last year
-10.7 below state avg
298 students
Very Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
High Schools
3 schools
Farr Academy School
2.0 mi
Grades 07-12
NuVu Innovation School
2.1 mi
Grades 08-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
2.3 mi
|
#178 of 346
|
Score: 53.1
Dropped 57 spots from last year
-5.2 below state avg
251 students
Diverse
7 sports
• 202 athletes
High Graduation Rate
College Ready Curriculum
Grades 06-12
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Porter Square
128 Elm St, Cambridge MA 02140
Cambridge, MA 02140
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Leslie Ingram
Listing Office
Leslie Ingram
Office Phone
617-571-3986
Agent MLS ID
A8001744
Office MLS ID
AN8396
Listing Data Updated
Jul 31, 2026 1:49 PM EDT
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