Dimensions12.333333333 x 16.416666666
LevelThird
9 Orchard Street, Cambridge MA 02140
Cambridge, MA 02140 • Porter Square - Orchard Street
$1,950,000
Est. $11,109/month
About this home
This 1860 front-gabled Cambridge house with Greek Revival elements sits in Porter Square. Morning light moves across a garden designed by Soren DeNiord, through floor-to-ceiling sliders, and onto decorative hardwood floors with perimeter inlay. A banistered staircase curves up from the entry, with sightlines reaching to the kitchen beyond. The living and dining rooms connect, with the living room spilling into a 1981 addition centered on a cast iron wood-burning stove. Eleven rooms unfold across three levels: three bedrooms and an artist’s studio on the second floor; two more bedrooms under a finished attic with skylights, built-in bookcases, and a rope-handled stair. A bamboo fence encloses a garden room for repose, with a silver maple and an Asian magnolia. Gas-fired forced hot air, central AC, and an on-demand water heater were installed in 2014, along with a full basement fortification. Kitchen and baths await a new owner’s vision. Close by: Davis Square and the MBTA Redline
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Property History
Market Insights
Property Timeline
Pending Sale
Jun 3, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
Listed for Sale
May 26, 2026
$1,950,000
Original listing
Agent: The Boston Home Team
Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/03/2026 | ⏳ Pending Sale | - | - | - | Offer accepted, sale pending |
| 05/26/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $1,950,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $12,586 | $1,982,000 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$12,586
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$1,982,000
Facts & Features
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1860
Living Area
2,873 sq ft
Lot Size
0.10 acres
Bedrooms
5
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
10
Interior
Heating
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Tile, Hardwood
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Fireplace
Living Room
Fireplaces
1
Basement
Full, Bulkhead
Laundry
Sink, In Basement, Washer Hookup
Features
Sun Room, Entry Hall, Foyer, Bonus Room, Center Hall, Walk-up Attic
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
Greek Revival
Roof
Shingle
Features
Patio, Professional Landscaping, Fenced Yard, Garden
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
Fenced/enclosed, Fenced
Patio/Porch
Patio
Parking
Features
On Street
Utilities
Electric
200+ Amp Service
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range, Washer Hookup
Financial
Annual Tax
$12,586
Assessed Value
$1,982,000
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Please See Attached Faq/disclosure Document. Estate Sale; Sold As Is, Where Is. Street-facing Fence Needs Repair. .
Exclusions
Washer And Dryer
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
Contract
Structure Type
[]
House Color
Gold
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures
includes finished attic space. excludes basement
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
8 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1860
Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
2,873 sq ft
Total Rooms
10
Room Details
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
2,873 sq ft above grade
Dimensions12.25 x 12.75
LevelThird
Dimensions9.5 x 20.833333333
LevelSecond
Dimensions6 x 8
FeaturesBathroom - Half
LevelSecond
Dimensions14.083333333 x 12.416666666
FeaturesCloset
LevelSecond
Dimensions7.25 x 9.166666666
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub
LevelSecond
Dimensions18.583333333 x 15.25
FeaturesCloset/Cabinets - Custom Built
LevelSecond
Dimensions4.333333333 x 12.583333333
FeaturesBathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall
LevelFirst
Dimensions16.833333333 x 11.833333333
LevelFirst
Dimensions11.083333333 x 9.583333333
LevelFirst
Dimensions14.083333333 x 17.25
LevelFirst
Dimensions17.75 x 15.25
LevelFirst
FeaturesNo
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPatio
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.
First Floor
Bathroom1
4.333333333 x 12.583333333
Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall
Dining Room
16.833333333 x 11.833333333
Kitchen
11.083333333 x 9.583333333
Living Room
14.083333333 x 17.25
Family Room
17.75 x 15.25
Second Floor
Bedroom3
9.5 x 20.833333333
Bathroom2
6 x 8
Bathroom - Half
Bedroom2
14.083333333 x 12.416666666
Closet
Bathroom3
7.25 x 9.166666666
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub
Master Bedroom
18.583333333 x 15.25
Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built
Third Floor
Bedroom5
12.333333333 x 16.416666666
Bedroom4
12.25 x 12.75
Other Floor
Office
Master Bathroom
No
Interior Features
Flooring:
Tile, Hardwood
Appliances:
Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Sun Room, Entry Hall, Foyer, Bonus Room, Center Hall, Walk-up Attic
Windows:
Basement:
Full, Bulkhead
Laundry:
Sink, In Basement, Washer Hookup
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Greek Revival
Year Built:
1860
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Stone
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Heating Zones:
1
Cooling:
Central Air
Cooling Zones:
1
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio, Professional Landscaping, Fenced Yard, Garden
Patio & Porch:
Patio
Fencing:
Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Level
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Parking Features:
On Street
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Living Room
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Laundromat, Bike Path, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station
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
0.6 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
0.8 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
Fayerweather Street School
1.8 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
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 - Orchard Street
9 Orchard Street, Cambridge MA 02140
Cambridge, MA 02140
Listing Information
Listing Agent
The Boston Home Team
Listing Office
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Office Phone
617-522-2200
Agent MLS ID
TM312492
Office MLS ID
AN8364
Listing Data Updated
Jun 3, 2026 3:54 PM EDT
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