A light-filled, modern farmhouse in the heart of North Cambridge. Intended to be a forever home for an architect & her family, this 4 bed /3.5 bath home has been fully renovated with thought & sophistication. Generous spaces inside & out lend themselves to easy entertaining with friends & family. All bathrooms have been stylishly updated. A perfect home for a family, there is a generous mud room w coat & shoe storage. Downstairs bike storage. The garden level (bonus 900sf not included in living area) is fully renovated w full bath - a wonderful family space or possible in-law/au-pair. A gardener's dream with a beautifully landscaped yard that receives full sun complete with irrigated lawn & container garden. In winter, a cozy gas fireplace in the living room & radiant floors on the garden level. Three climate zones/tankless hot water. Easy walk to Davis Sq & Alewife (Walkscore 85). Neighborhood amenities - McCrehan Pool, Upper West Bar, NoCa Provisions, Pemberton Farms, & much more.
The cutest picturebook Victorian, lovingly rejuvenated and brought back to life. Very spacious living/dining room, and a wonderful eat-in kitchen with all the appointments to please the demanding chef. Three bedrooms, a large study and a gathering room for perfect family livability. Fenced yard with a beautiful patio off the dining room. Situated on a sunny corner lot, an easy walk to the Red Line at either Davis Square or Alewife.
MLS PIN #71364866
Jun 6, 2012
Sold
$535,000
$305/sq ft
Apr 19, 2012
Contingent
—
Apr 10, 2012
Listed
$579,000
$330/sq ft
Two-family home on a charming private way convenient to Davis Square, Porter Square, the Minuteman Bike Path, several parks and numerous shopping and restaurant venues. This corner-lot home, in need of total renovation, offers an abundance of natural light, wood flooring, yard, and off-street parking. Great opportunity for a home with income, investment property, condo project, or conversion back to a single-family residence.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,151 (+8.9%)
$445,700 + $1,310,400
$1,756,100
2024
$10,242 (+9.7%)
$475,500 + $1,254,600
$1,730,100
2023
$9,336 (+8.0%)
$485,000 + $1,108,100
$1,593,100
2022
$8,648 (+4.7%)
$479,700 + $981,100
$1,460,800
2021
$8,263 (+15.0%)
$481,300 + $931,100
$1,412,400
2020
$7,183 (+6.2%)
$467,200 + $782,100
$1,249,300
2019
$6,766 (+3.4%)
$417,000 + $722,000
$1,139,000
2018
$6,541 (+3.5%)
$351,200 + $688,700
$1,039,900
2017
$6,319 (+3.5%)
$329,200 + $644,400
$973,600
2016
$6,104 (+0.6%)
$285,300 + $588,000
$873,300
2015
$6,065 (+21.2%)
$250,800 + $524,800
$775,600
2014
$5,006 (+40.1%)
$219,500 + $377,900
$597,400
2013
$3,574 (−8.0%)
$202,200 + $210,500
$412,700
2012
$3,885 (+3.9%)
$212,000 + $246,100
$458,100
2011
$3,738
$212,000 + $246,100
$458,100
2010
$3,738 (+5.0%)
$212,000 + $246,100
$458,100
2009
$3,560
$220,900 + $250,000
$470,900
Tax history for 1 George St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,151 (+8.9%)
$445,700 + $1,310,400
$1,756,100
2024
$10,242 (+9.7%)
$475,500 + $1,254,600
$1,730,100
2023
$9,336 (+8.0%)
$485,000 + $1,108,100
$1,593,100
2022
$8,648 (+4.7%)
$479,700 + $981,100
$1,460,800
2021
$8,263 (+15.0%)
$481,300 + $931,100
$1,412,400
2020
$7,183 (+6.2%)
$467,200 + $782,100
$1,249,300
2019
$6,766 (+3.4%)
$417,000 + $722,000
$1,139,000
2018
$6,541 (+3.5%)
$351,200 + $688,700
$1,039,900
2017
$6,319 (+3.5%)
$329,200 + $644,400
$973,600
2016
$6,104 (+0.6%)
$285,300 + $588,000
$873,300
2015
$6,065 (+21.2%)
$250,800 + $524,800
$775,600
2014
$5,006 (+40.1%)
$219,500 + $377,900
$597,400
2013
$3,574 (−8.0%)
$202,200 + $210,500
$412,700
2012
$3,885 (+3.9%)
$212,000 + $246,100
$458,100
2011
$3,738
$212,000 + $246,100
$458,100
2010
$3,738 (+5.0%)
$212,000 + $246,100
$458,100
2009
$3,560
$220,900 + $250,000
$470,900
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2,600
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,755
Year built
1886
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
2422347S
Parking Spaces
2
Basement
Yes
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
No
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Nov 11, 2022.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem, Deeded
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: Take Rindge to Montgomery. One George Street is on the corner of Montgomery & George.
UnparsedAddress: 1 George Street, Cambridge MA 02140
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,755
Stories: 2.0
Parking Spaces: 2
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 2,600 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1886
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2422347S
HOA Dues: —
Garage: No
Features: —
Home facts updated by owner on Nov 11, 2022
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3
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 • 1.9mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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