Single-family home on a desirable ~4,087 square foot lot just one block from Raymond Park, with easy access to Porter Square. Situated on a fenced-in corner lot, this property offers compelling development potential under updated Cambridge guidelines. Located in sought-after Neighborhood Nine between Harvard Square and Porter Square, the area is known for its quiet, tree-lined streets and classic homes. Enjoy convenient access to shops, dining, transit, and nearby Harvard University. With abundant green space and a peaceful residential feel, this is a rare opportunity in a prime, well-connected Cambridge location.
Single-familyProperty Type
1928Year Built
4,087 sq ftLot Size
$1,095Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Maggie Dee + Charles Cherney Team• Compass
Listed by • Compass
Bought with Maggie Dee + Charles Cherney Team• Compass
Est. $1,713 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 1 Chetwynd Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MLS PIN #73508712
Jul 9, 2026
Sold
$1,800,000
$1,095/sq ft
May 5, 2026
Contingent
—
Apr 28, 2026
Listed
$1,600,000
$973/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$8,498 (+7.1%)
$754,800 + $519,300
$1,274,100
2025
$7,936 (+6.4%)
$754,800 + $495,000
$1,249,800
2024
$7,460 (+5.2%)
$786,400 + $473,700
$1,260,100
2023
$7,089 (+4.3%)
$800,400 + $409,300
$1,209,700
2022
$6,799 (+5.1%)
$786,400 + $362,000
$1,148,400
2021
$6,468 (+0.9%)
$769,400 + $336,200
$1,105,600
2020
$6,412
$796,900 + $318,300
$1,115,200
2019
$6,412 (+5.0%)
$793,400 + $286,100
$1,079,500
2018
$6,109 (+0.2%)
$698,600 + $272,700
$971,300
2017
$6,097 (+5.2%)
$684,600 + $254,900
$939,500
2016
$5,793 (+1.6%)
$593,300 + $235,400
$828,700
2015
$5,703 (+6.0%)
$519,600 + $209,700
$729,300
2014
$5,381 (+0.1%)
$435,300 + $206,800
$642,100
2013
$5,373 (+4.8%)
$414,300 + $206,100
$620,400
2012
$5,127 (+3.9%)
$396,700 + $207,900
$604,600
2011
$4,934
$396,700 + $207,900
$604,600
2010
$4,934 (+8.4%)
$396,700 + $207,900
$604,600
2009
$4,550
$404,400 + $197,500
$601,900
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3,920 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,644
Year built
1928
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
3005110S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 10, 2026.
May 8, 2024 • Active
Building: alteration and addition
Saw cut the existing slab on grade around the interior foundation perimeter to install helical piles, concrete footings, and steel columns. Reinforce existing floor joists with new lumber where required and install a new concrete grade beam. Demolish and rebuild the front steps using pressure treated lumber.
Addition
Grading
Remodel
Oct 16, 2023 • Final
Building: alteration and addition
Perform residential weatherization and air sealing. No structural changes are included.
Remodel
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Open Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street
Interior
Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second
Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Bedroom #3 Information
Level: First
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half
Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full
Living Room Information
Level: First
Family Room Information
Level: Second
Dining Room Information
Level: First
Kitchen Information
Level: First
Basement Information
Basement: Full, Interior Entry, Unfinished
Appliances
Appliances: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 8
Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,644
Foundation Details: Block
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: Ews
Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Exterior Features: Fenced Yard
Property Information
Accessibility Features: No
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Above Grade Finished Area: 1644
ADU: N
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.09
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,228.01
Tax Year: 2926
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Steam, Natural Gas
Location
Location Information
Directions: Located at the corner of Newell Street and Chetwynd Road.
UnparsedAddress: 1 Chetwynd Road, Cambridge MA 02140
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,644
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 3,920 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1928
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 3005110S
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 10, 2026
Other
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Peabody School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
7/10
Rindge Avenue Upper School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.4mi
8/10
Cambridge Rindge and Latin School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.2mi
8/10
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