178 Richdale Ave, Cambridge MA 02140
Cambridge, MA 02140 • Porter Square
$3,800,000
Est. $20,973/month
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About this home
178 Richdale Ave is located between the Avon Hill and Porter Square neighborhoods. The three-story building contains six (6) total units comprised of three (3) 4-Bedroom/1-Bathroom units and three (3) 2-Bedroom/1-Bathroom units with 6,279 square feet of gross living area and 8,404 square feet of gross area. The Property is situated upon a 10,506 sqft (0.24-acre) parcel and offers ample parking with sixteen (16) spaces available via a large lot to the side and rear of the Property. In-place rents are significantly below the current market rates; the opportunity exists to continue to drive rents to the top of the market in the competitive and desirable Cambridge multi-family market. The Property has been well maintained and features large units with generously sized common and kitchen areas, offering a highly desirable and functional layout. Additionally, the large well-situated lot lends itself for a higher density redevelopment given recent changes to Cambridge zoning.
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Property History
Market Insights
Property Timeline
Pending Sale
Mar 4, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
Listed for Sale
Jan 14, 2026
$3,800,000
Original listing
Office: Horvath & Tremblay
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/04/2026 | ⏳ Pending Sale | - | - | - | Offer accepted, sale pending |
| 01/14/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $3,800,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $18,699 | $2,944,700 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$18,699
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$2,944,700
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential Income
Style
5-9 Family
Year Built
1920
Living Area
6,279 sq ft
Lot Size
0.24 acres
Bedrooms
18
Full Baths
6
Total Rooms
39
Investment Metrics
Units
6
Unit 1 Rent
$2,675/mo · Y
Unit 2 Rent
$3,100/mo · Y
Unit 3 Rent
$3,000/mo · Y
Unit 4 Rent
$3,000/mo · Y
Total Monthly Rent
$11,775/mo
Gross Income
$198,753
Net Operating Income
$153,052
Operating Expenses
$45,701
Cap Rate
4.03%
Interior
Heating
None
Cooling
None
Flooring
None
Appliances
None
Fireplace
None
Basement
None
Laundry
None
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
None
Roof
Shingle
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Enclosed
Parking
Features
Paved Drive, Off Street
Total Spaces
16
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$18,699
Assessed Value
$2,944,700
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
49 days
Property Overview
Property Type
5-9 Family
Listing Type
Sale Pending
Year Built
1920
Bedrooms
18
Full Bathrooms
6
Living Area
6,279 sq ft
Total Rooms
39
Stories
5
Levels
5
Floor Layout
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Floor Layout
Finished Area
6,279 sq ft above grade
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchEnclosed
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:
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry:
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Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1920
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Other
Stories:
5
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Oil
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Enclosed
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
16
Parking Features:
Paved Drive, Off Street
Nearby Schools
School information not available for this location.
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Monthly Payment Breakdown
Principal & Interest
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Property Tax
$1,558
Homeowners Insurance
$200
PMI (if <20% down)
$0
Loan Summary
Total of 360 payments
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Payment Over Time
Year 1
95% Interest
Year 15
50/50
Year 30
95% Principal
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Location
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Neighborhood
Porter Square
178 Richdale Ave, Cambridge MA 02140
Cambridge, MA 02140
Listing Information
Listing Office
Horvath & Tremblay
Office Phone
781-776-4000
Agent MLS ID
CN234145
Office MLS ID
AN2723
Listing Data Updated
Mar 4, 2026 9:40 AM EST
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