Under Agreement

11 Sparks St, Cambridge, MA

Cambridge · MA 02138

$1,550,000
Price
2
Beds
2
Baths
1420
Sq. ft.

Overview

Property type: Single Family
Year built: Built in 1873
Lot size: 2,535 Sq.Ft Lot
Price per square foot: $1,092 / Sq.Ft
Parking: No Parking
Heating & cooling: Heat, Electric, AC

About this home

Charming, move-in-ready cottage with expansion potential, conveniently located near Harvard Square and Charles River. Thoughtfully refreshed with recently refinished floors, freshly painted interiors, and new recessed lighting throughout.The main level features an open living and dining area that flows naturally to a wooden deck and private backyard—ideal for everyday living and entertaining. The galley kitchen offers an excellent opportunity for future expansion or customization. Both bedrooms include generous double closets, while two full baths provide flexibility; one has been more recently updated.The finished lower level adds valuable living space with a comfortable family room, plus dedicated laundry and storage. The home’s exterior was painted within the past few years, and a convenient two-car driveway adds everyday ease.

Neighborhood & Transit

11 Sparks St, Cambridge · MA 02138

Nearby transit

Within 0.5 mile, measured straight-line to the nearest station entrance.

No subway or commuter rail stations within 0.5 mile.

Price Insight

Days on Market:
42 days
Listing Price:
$1,550,000
Price per Sq.Ft:
$1,092
Tax Assessment:
$1,296,800 in 2026
Taxes:
$721 / Monthly

Home Facts

Interior Features

Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
0
Living Area
1,420 Sq.Ft (Includes Basement)
Broker Disclosure about Living Area
approximate lower level living
Kitchen
Main Floor, Dishwasher, Range, Garbage Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Primary Bedroom
Floor 2
Laundry
Unknown
Living levels
Unknown
Rooms
5
Above grade area
1120
Flooring
Hardwood
Lead paint
Unknown

Utilities

Heating Type
Electric Baseboard, Unit Control
Heating Zone
2
Cooling
Central Air
Cooling Zones
1
Water
City/Town Water
Sewer
City/Town Sewer
Electric Features
Circuit Breakers, 100 Amps

Exterior Features

Lot Size
2,535 Sq.Ft
Lot Description
Paved Drive, City View(s), Fenced/Enclosed, Level
Exterior Features
Deck - Wood, Fenced Yard

Parking

Garage Parking
0 Parking Spaces
Off Street Parking
None, Off-Street, Paved Driveway

Construction Details

Construction Type
Frame
Siding
Clapboard
Roof
Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles

Green Features

Electric Vehicle Charger
Unknown
Solar Panels
Unknown
Green Certified
Unknown
Insulation Features
Unknown
Energy Features
Unknown

Room details

Living room level
First Floor
Dining room level
First Floor
Family room level
Basement
Bedroom 2 level
Second Floor
Bathroom 1 level
Second Floor
Bathroom 2 level
Basement

Listing information

Listing agent
Minka Vanbeuzekom
Listing office
Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
MLS PIN #
73581701
Disclosure
bathroom window cracked and on order for replacement. In the Half-crown Marsh Conservation District. RE Taxes DO NOT include the $3500 residential exemption
Disclosure
approximate lower level living