Tucked at the end of a charming cul-de-sac, this beautifully designed home features soaring ceilings, bay windows, and custom millwork throughout. Unique details like Mexican tile, stained glass, and imported English wood paneling add character and warmth. The main level offers a living room with fireplace, dining room with pocket doors, and a well-appointed kitchen with premium appliances, island, gas cooktop, wall oven, and Corian countertops, with access to a bluestone patio and fenced gardens. A music room and half bath complete this floor. Upstairs, the primary suite includes a beamed ceiling, fireplace, built-ins, and a 4-piece bath with double marble vanity and walk-in closet. A second bedroom and laundry are also on this level. The top floor has two additional bedrooms and a full bath. Unfinished lower level with exterior access and additional laundry offers expansion potential.
Single-familyProperty Type
1903Year Built
3,679 sq ftLot Size
$1,100Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Gail Roberts, Ed Feijo & Team• Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
Listed by • Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
Bought with Darleen Lannon• William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
ON PRIVATE CUL-DE-SAC JUST OFF KIRKLAND STREET AND MINUTES TO HARVARD UNIVERSITY. LOVINGLY AND PAINSTAK- INGLY MAINTAINED AND UPDATED BY CURRENT OWNERS, THIS HOUSE WILL BE A JOY TO OWN. LIVING RM WITH BAY WINDOW, 1990'S KITCHEN WITH
Public Records
Dec 1, 1988
Sold
$530,000
$210/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$15,418 (+7.8%)
$1,266,200 + $1,161,800
$2,428,000
2024
$14,300 (+6.5%)
$1,318,700 + $1,096,800
$2,415,500
2023
$13,432 (+4.5%)
$1,343,200 + $948,900
$2,292,100
2022
$12,858 (+5.2%)
$1,331,600 + $840,400
$2,172,000
2021
$12,217 (+6.4%)
$1,306,400 + $781,900
$2,088,300
2020
$11,478 (+10.2%)
$1,255,300 + $740,900
$1,996,200
2019
$10,413 (+2.3%)
$1,068,000 + $685,100
$1,753,100
2018
$10,177 (+2.5%)
$964,000 + $653,900
$1,617,900
2017
$9,932 (+6.6%)
$918,900 + $611,500
$1,530,400
2016
$9,318 (+2.2%)
$766,400 + $566,700
$1,333,100
2015
$9,117 (−1.7%)
$658,900 + $506,900
$1,165,800
2014
$9,276 (−3.1%)
$606,800 + $500,100
$1,106,900
2013
$9,573 (+3.1%)
$606,800 + $498,600
$1,105,400
2012
$9,284 (+5.1%)
$606,800 + $488,000
$1,094,800
2011
$8,835
$606,800 + $475,900
$1,082,700
2010
$8,835 (+9.0%)
$606,800 + $475,900
$1,082,700
2009
$8,104
$632,500 + $439,500
$1,072,000
Tax history for 16 Kirkland Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$15,418 (+7.8%)
$1,266,200 + $1,161,800
$2,428,000
2024
$14,300 (+6.5%)
$1,318,700 + $1,096,800
$2,415,500
2023
$13,432 (+4.5%)
$1,343,200 + $948,900
$2,292,100
2022
$12,858 (+5.2%)
$1,331,600 + $840,400
$2,172,000
2021
$12,217 (+6.4%)
$1,306,400 + $781,900
$2,088,300
2020
$11,478 (+10.2%)
$1,255,300 + $740,900
$1,996,200
2019
$10,413 (+2.3%)
$1,068,000 + $685,100
$1,753,100
2018
$10,177 (+2.5%)
$964,000 + $653,900
$1,617,900
2017
$9,932 (+6.6%)
$918,900 + $611,500
$1,530,400
2016
$9,318 (+2.2%)
$766,400 + $566,700
$1,333,100
2015
$9,117 (−1.7%)
$658,900 + $506,900
$1,165,800
2014
$9,276 (−3.1%)
$606,800 + $500,100
$1,106,900
2013
$9,573 (+3.1%)
$606,800 + $498,600
$1,105,400
2012
$9,284 (+5.1%)
$606,800 + $488,000
$1,094,800
2011
$8,835
$606,800 + $475,900
$1,082,700
2010
$8,835 (+9.0%)
$606,800 + $475,900
$1,082,700
2009
$8,104
$632,500 + $439,500
$1,072,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3,485 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,309
Year built
1903
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
1807085S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 11, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Open Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Off Street
Interior
Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second
Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Third
Bedroom #4 Information
Level: Third
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Living Room Information
Level: First
Dining Room Information
Level: First
Kitchen Information
Level: First
Basement Information
Basement: Full, Interior Entry, Unfinished
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Second Floor
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 2
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 8
Flooring: Hardwood, Pine
Interior Features: Entrance Foyer, Bonus Room
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,523
Foundation Details: Stone, Brick/Mortar
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Beige
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Patio
Exterior Features: Porch, Patio, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Garden
Property Information
Accessibility Features: No
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Above Grade Finished Area: 2523
ADU: N
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.08
Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Level
Road Frontage Type: Private Road, Dead End
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $13,547.72
Tax Year: 2026
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: Off Kirkland Street between Sumner Road and Irving Street. located at end of cul-de-sac.
UnparsedAddress: 16 Kirkland Road, Cambridge MA 02138
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,309
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 3,485 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1903
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 1807085S
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 11, 2026
Other
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Maria L. Baldwin School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
9/10
Putnam Avenue Upper School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
7/10
Cambridge Rindge and Latin School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.2mi
8/10
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