50 Homer Avenue, Cambridge MA 02138
Cambridge, MA 02138
$1,300,000
$1,250,000
Est. $7,178/month
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20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5%, and $200/month estimated insurance.
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About this home
Bring your vision to this spacious two-family home with tremendous potential. Ideal for investors, owner occupants, or multigenerational living. This property features high ceilings, decorative molding, and hardwood floors throughout. The first-floor apartment offers a convenient first-floor bedroom, perfect for an in-law suite or rental income, while the upper unit provides a spacious three-bedroom layout. Located in the sought-after Strawberry Hill neighborhood, just 1.5 miles from Harvard Square and a few blocks from Huron Village, this home is within walking distance of shopping, dining, entertainment, and three bus routes. Enjoy nearby Fresh Pond Reservation, with its scenic trails surrounding a protected 155-acre reservoir. The private backyard offers space to garden, relax, and entertain- a true city oasis. Back on Market. Buyer financing fell through.
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Price & Status History
Market Insights
1
Price Changes
3.8%
Price Range
Property Timeline
Pending Sale
Sep 28, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
Price Reduced
Aug 18, 2026
$1,250,000
$50,000
(-3.85%)
From $1,300,000 to $1,250,000 (-3.9%)
Back On Market
Aug 7, 2026
Active
Status: Active under contract
Aug 5, 2026
Active → Active Under Contract
Listed for Sale
Jun 16, 2026
$1,300,000
Original listing
Agent: Brian Marques
Office: Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Commonwealth Real Estate
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/28/2026 | ⏳ Pending Sale | - | - | - | Offer accepted, sale pending |
| 08/18/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $1,250,000 | $50,000 | - | From $1,300,000 to $1,250,000 (-3.9%) |
| 08/07/2026 | • Back On Market | - | - | - | Active |
| 08/05/2026 | 📋 Status: Active under contract | - | - | - | Active → Active Under Contract |
| 06/16/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $1,300,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $7,883 | $1,150,400 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$7,883
Tax Year 2026
Assessed Value
$1,150,400
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential Income
Style
2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Year Built
1900
Living Area
2,111 sq ft
Lot Size
0.07 acres
Stories
3
Bedrooms
4
Full Baths
2
Total Rooms
9
Investment Metrics
Units
2
Unit 1 Rent
— · N
Unit 2 Rent
— · N
Interior
Heating
Hot Water, Steam, Natural Gas
Cooling
None
Flooring
Wood, Vinyl
Appliances
Range, Refrigerator
Fireplace
None
Basement
Partial, Bulkhead
Laundry
None
Features
Crown Molding, Bathroom With Shower Stall, Living Room, Kitchen
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
None
Roof
Slate
Features
Garden
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
Fenced/enclosed
Patio/Porch
Patio
Parking
Features
Paved Drive, Off Street
Total Spaces
2
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range
Financial
Annual Tax
$7,883
Assessed Value
$1,150,400
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Lead Paint
Unknown
Seller Disclosures
Driveway To The Left Is Not Part Of Property, However, Star Market Has Given Permission To Use It As Long As Sellers Maintain It. Property Is Being Offered Through An Estate Sale.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
House Color
Light Blue
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures
Spacious one bedroom apartment on first floor.
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
104 days
Property Overview
Property Type
2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Listing Type
Sale Pending
Year Built
1900
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
2,111 sq ft
Total Rooms
9
Stories
3
Levels
3
Floor Layout
Interior Features
Flooring:
Wood, Vinyl
Appliances:
Range, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Crown Molding, Bathroom with Shower Stall, Living Room, Kitchen
Windows:
Box/Bay/Bow Window(s)
Basement:
Partial, Bulkhead
Laundry:
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1900
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Slate
Foundation:
Stone
Stories:
3
Utilities & Systems
Heating:
Hot Water, Steam, Natural Gas
Cooling:
None
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Garden
Patio & Porch:
Patio
Fencing:
Fenced/Enclosed
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
2
Parking Features:
Paved Drive, Off Street
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
3 schools
Star Academy (Watertown Campus)
0.2 mi
Grades PK-12
A-
Haggerty School
0.2 mi
|
#243 of 825
|
Score: 52.7
Improved 133 spots from last year
-5.5 below state avg
267 students
Very Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
Shady Hill School
0.6 mi
Grades PK-08
Middle Schools
3 schools
Allium Montessori School
1.5 mi
Grades 01-06
A
Rindge Avenue Upper School
1.5 mi
|
#66 of 352
|
Score: 54.0
Dropped 1 spots from last year
-4.2 below state avg
278 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Strong Attendance
Grades 06-08
A+
Belmont Middle School
1.6 mi
|
#16 of 352
|
Score: 62.1
Dropped 14 spots from last year
+3.9 above state avg
727 students
Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades 07-08
High Schools
3 schools
A+
Belmont High School
1.5 mi
|
#11 of 346
|
Score: 75.4
Dropped 1 spots from last year
+17.2 above state avg
1,498 students
Diverse
21 sports
• 2,714 athletes
Strong AP Program
High Graduation Rate
College Ready Curriculum
Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
Saint Joseph Preparatory High School
1.7 mi
Grades 09-12
Mesivta High School
1.8 mi
Grades 09-12
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50 Homer Avenue, Cambridge MA 02138
Cambridge, MA 02138
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Brian Marques
Listing Office
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Commonwealth Real Estate
Office Phone
508-359-2331
Agent MLS ID
CN240983
Office MLS ID
AN9668
Listing Data Updated
Sep 28, 2026 8:16 PM EDT
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