181 Grove St, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138 • West Cambridge
$3,300,000
Est. $18,324/month
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,685
Sq Ft
$1,229
Price/Sq Ft
0.23
Acres
1953
Year Built
3
Days on Market
Closed Listed Apr 30, 2025 • MLS# 73367287 Copied!

About this home

Ideally perched above Fresh Pond with serene water and golf course views, 181 Grove Street offers an expansive footprint behind its charming façade. Sunlight fills the home, highlighting a dramatic post-and-beam living/dining room with fireplace. The eat-in kitchen boasts commercial-grade appliances, perfect for culinary creativity. The main level features a luxurious primary suite with walk-in closet, spa-inspired bath with copper tub, glass shower, and private water closet, plus a second bedroom with stunning views. Upstairs, two additional bedrooms—one with a fireplace and walk-in closet—and a full bath offer flexible living. Enjoy outdoor entertaining and respite in the level fenced yard and patio. A two-car garage, extra parking, and proximity to Alewife, Harvard Square, and Rte 2 enhance convenience. Situated on an expansive 10,080 sq ft lot with multiple options and potential for development opportunities. Seller welcomes offers including buyer concessions.

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1953
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
3
Living Area
2,685 sq ft
Total Rooms
7
Main Level Bedrooms
2

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $2,595,000
Final Sale Price: $3,300,000
Difference: +$705,000 (+27.2%)
Performance Metrics
127.2%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
3
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $966
Sale $/sq ft: $1,229
This property sold for $1,229 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 27.2% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 3 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Facts & Features

2 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1953
Living Area 2,685 sq ft
Lot Size 0.23 acres
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 3
Total Rooms 7

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Wood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Fireplace Kitchen, Living Room
Fireplaces 3
Basement Full
Laundry First Floor
Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Cape
Roof Shingle
Features Patio, Greenhouse, Fenced Yard, Garden
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced
Patio/Porch Patio

Parking

Garage Spaces 2
Has Garage Yes
Features Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street
Total Spaces 6

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $17,247
Assessed Value $2,716,100

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: Full
Laundry: First Floor
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Cape
Year Built: 1953
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Other

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Patio, Greenhouse, Fenced Yard, Garden
Patio & Porch: Patio
Fencing: Fenced
Other Structures: Greenhouse
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 6
Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 3
Fireplace Type: Kitchen, Living Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University

Location

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Neighborhood

West Cambridge

181 Grove St, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138

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Nearby Schools

School District
Cambridge School District local
🎓 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
E

Elementary Schools

10 schools
Fayerweather Street School
0.6 mi
Grades PK-08
Shady Hill School
1.3 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Montessori School
1.3 mi
Grades PK-06
Cambridge Friends School
1.5 mi
Grades PK-08
St. Peter Elementary School
1.5 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
1.5 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
Lycee International de Boston/International School of Boston, Inc.
1.9 mi
Grades 01-12
A
Amigos School
2.9 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
C
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
3.1 mi | #253 of 346 | Score: 45.9
Improved 29 spots from last year
-12.3 below state avg
890 students Diverse
High Graduation Rate College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
B+
Haggerty School
0.5 mi | #254 of 824 | Score: 52.3
Improved 122 spots from last year
-5.9 below state avg
250 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
M

Middle Schools

5 schools
Allium Montessori School
2.0 mi
Grades 01-06
A
Rindge Avenue Upper School
1.7 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
2.6 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
3.5 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
3.8 mi | #118 of 352 | Score: 47.5
Improved 26 spots from last year
-10.7 below state avg
298 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

3 schools
Farr Academy School
3.1 mi
Grades 07-12
NuVu Innovation School
3.2 mi
Grades 08-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
3.9 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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Property History

Market Insights

54.5%
Price Range
5
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73467818
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Currently Listed
Jan 13, 2026
$5,700,000
MLS #73467818 - Active
Sold
Sep 11, 2025
$3,300,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 5
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Listed for Sale
Apr 30, 2025
$2,595,000
Original listing
Agent: Max Dublin Team Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jan 13, 2026 Sold $5,700,000
Apr 30, 2025 New Listing Added $2,595,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
3 days
Price per Sq Ft
$1,229

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $17,247 $2,716,100

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$17,247
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$2,716,100

Listing Information

Listing Agent Max Dublin Team
Listing Office Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Agent MLS ID TM351307
Office MLS ID AN2064
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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