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53 Ellery # 1, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138 • Mid Cambridge
$2,100,000
Est. $12,081/month
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,127
Sq Ft
$987
Price/Sq Ft
1890
Year Built
Condominium
Type
15
Days on Market
Pending Listed Apr 8, 2026 • MLS# 73498532 Copied!

About this home

A sophisticated floor plan with functional elegance in this Mid-Cambridge two level condominium. Layout allows for flexible use including a first floor primary suite. Gracious living room with fireplace and open dining area. The well appointed kitchen includes custom cabinetry and work space for a home double the size! Bevi Bar and coffee station, pantry and deep storage for all of your entertaining needs. A 2nd bedroom and full bath complete this level. The lower level consists of two bedrooms, a full bath with walk-in shower, den and separate laundry room with scullery sink. Significant upgrades in 2021 include a spectacular custom kitchen with Subzero and Thermador appliances. Premium lighting and hardware throughout. Parking includes a private garage space plus 2 surface spaces just for this unit. The association also retains a guest parking space and patio. Private lovely side yard with mature plantings. Supremely located within blocks of Harvard Square and award winning museums.

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Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1890
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
3
Living Area
2,127 sq ft
Total Rooms
8
Stories
2
Entry Level
1

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1890
Living Area 2,127 sq ft
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 3
Total Rooms 8

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air, Dual
Flooring Tile, Hardwood, Engineered Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Water Treatment, Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement Y
Laundry In Unit
Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture None
Roof Shingle, Rubber

Parking

Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Detached, Off Street
Total Spaces 3

Utilities

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

Financial

Annual Tax $9,712
Assessed Value $1,926,800

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Engineered Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Water Treatment, Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood
Interior Features:
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Y
Laundry: In Unit
Security: Other, Security System

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1890
Effective Year (Renovated): 2005
Structure Type: 2/3 Family
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle, Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 2

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 2
Cooling: Central Air, Dual
Cooling Zones: 2
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Total Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Detached, Off Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:

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Neighborhood

Mid Cambridge

53 Ellery # 1, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138

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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
E

Elementary Schools

10 schools
C
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
0.6 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
A
Amigos School
0.6 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
St. Peter Elementary School
1.2 mi
Grades PK-08
Shady Hill School
1.5 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Montessori School
1.5 mi
Grades PK-06
Cambridge Friends School
1.5 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
1.8 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.
2.4 mi
Grades 01-12
Fayerweather Street School
2.6 mi
Grades PK-08
A
John M Tobin School
0.4 mi | #137 of 824 | Score: 57.4
Dropped 34 spots from last year
-0.8 below state avg
291 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
M

Middle Schools

5 schools
Allium Montessori School
0.6 mi
Grades 01-06
A-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
0.4 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
1.0 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
1.2 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
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
H

High Schools

3 schools
Farr Academy School
0.7 mi
Grades 07-12
NuVu Innovation School
0.8 mi
Grades 08-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
1.3 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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Property History

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Property Timeline

📋
Status: Active under contract
Apr 18, 2026
Active → Active Under Contract
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Pending Sale
Apr 16, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
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Listed for Sale
Apr 8, 2026
$2,100,000
Original listing
Agent: Deborah Cantrell Office: Compass

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Apr 18, 2026 Status: Active under contract $0 —
Apr 8, 2026 New Listing Added $2,100,000 —

Market Statistics

Days on Market
15 days
Price per Sq Ft
$987

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2026 $9,712 $1,926,800

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$9,712
Tax Year 2026
HOA Fee
$453
Monthly
Assessed Value
$1,926,800

Listing Information

Listing Agent Deborah Cantrell
Listing Office Compass
Agent MLS ID CN204774
Office MLS ID AN2606
Listing Data Updated Apr 24, 2026 8:29 PM EDT
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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