Step into this idyllic property with adorable covered front porch and you'll feel immediately at home where charm abounds! From the large, well–proportioned LR with lots of windows for lovely natural light, to the spacious chefs’ kitchen w/ cork floors & a step–down eat–in area overlooking the magical yard.Separate DR for formal entertaining. The 2nd floor has 2 spacious BRs w/ high ceilings, exposed beams and good light. The bathroom w/ granite–topped vanity and radiant floor, skylight and linen closet sits between the BRs. Other features include a pull–down attic for extra storage or potential expansion. The basement is currently set up as a wonderful sewing room aka “she shed” and has a workshop for tinkering.The backyard is an oasis of mature trees, perennials, a raised deck for al fresco dining, and a lower deck for lounging in the shade.The property is complete with 2 off street parking spaces and a tool shed. Ideally located steps to shops, MM bike path, cafes, 1/2 mi to Davis.
Single-familyProperty Type
1891Year Built
2,290 sq ftLot Size
$914Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Hollis Donaldson• Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
Bought with The Team - Real Estate Advisors• Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
Extensively renovated 19th century, 2 BR 1 BA single-family home on dead-end street-minutes walk from Davis & Porter Squares & Alwife Station. Fully renovated kitchen w/new granite countertops, new SS fridge, dishwasher & built in microwave, new cork flooring, gas stove, & eat-in area overlooking private backyard. 2 car paved driveway for off-street parking, fully landscaped yard & garden w/deck & jacuzzi. Updated tiled bathroom w/granite vanity & programmable radiant floor heating.
Public Records
Oct 31, 2008
Sold
$425,000
$315/sq ft
MLS PIN #70776845
Oct 31, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Oct 31, 2008
Sold
$425,000
$315/sq ft
Aug 13, 2008
Contingent
—
Jun 12, 2008
Listed
$439,000
$325/sq ft
Move right into this spacious, sun-filled home on a quiet, dead end street convenient to Davis and Porter Squares with numerous shops, restaurants & the Red Line T. This home offers oversized LR, hardwood oak flooring, large eat-in kitchen with skylight and breakfast nook, DR with slider to the new mahogany deck (2003) overlooking the yard and lovely, mature perennial gardens. Additional amenities include outdooor hot tub, updated bathroom with skylight (2008), new roof (2008) and 2 car prkg!
MLS PIN #30279995
Mar 19, 1999
Sold
$229,000
$170/sq ft
Dec 8, 1998
Listing Removed
—
Dec 8, 1998
Listed
$289,000
$214/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 17, 1983
Sold
$47,500
$35/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,807 (+6.8%)
$429,400 + $642,600
$1,072,000
2024
$6,375 (+10.3%)
$461,800 + $615,000
$1,076,800
2023
$5,781 (+5.6%)
$471,000 + $515,500
$986,500
2022
$5,477 (+4.0%)
$469,200 + $455,900
$925,100
2021
$5,266 (+6.1%)
$470,800 + $429,400
$900,200
2020
$4,965 (+7.4%)
$456,900 + $406,600
$863,500
2019
$4,623 (+4.8%)
$407,800 + $370,500
$778,300
2018
$4,411 (+3.5%)
$343,400 + $357,900
$701,300
2017
$4,261 (+4.4%)
$322,000 + $334,600
$656,600
2016
$4,081 (+1.0%)
$279,000 + $304,900
$583,900
2015
$4,042
$245,300 + $271,600
$516,900
2014
$4,043 (+17.2%)
$214,700 + $267,800
$482,500
2013
$3,450 (+7.0%)
$197,800 + $200,600
$398,400
2012
$3,224 (+3.9%)
$209,500 + $170,700
$380,200
2011
$3,102
$209,500 + $170,700
$380,200
2010
$3,102 (+14.9%)
$209,500 + $170,700
$380,200
2009
$2,700
$218,300 + $138,800
$357,100
Tax history for 18 Harrington Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,807 (+6.8%)
$429,400 + $642,600
$1,072,000
2024
$6,375 (+10.3%)
$461,800 + $615,000
$1,076,800
2023
$5,781 (+5.6%)
$471,000 + $515,500
$986,500
2022
$5,477 (+4.0%)
$469,200 + $455,900
$925,100
2021
$5,266 (+6.1%)
$470,800 + $429,400
$900,200
2020
$4,965 (+7.4%)
$456,900 + $406,600
$863,500
2019
$4,623 (+4.8%)
$407,800 + $370,500
$778,300
2018
$4,411 (+3.5%)
$343,400 + $357,900
$701,300
2017
$4,261 (+4.4%)
$322,000 + $334,600
$656,600
2016
$4,081 (+1.0%)
$279,000 + $304,900
$583,900
2015
$4,042
$245,300 + $271,600
$516,900
2014
$4,043 (+17.2%)
$214,700 + $267,800
$482,500
2013
$3,450 (+7.0%)
$197,800 + $200,600
$398,400
2012
$3,224 (+3.9%)
$209,500 + $170,700
$380,200
2011
$3,102
$209,500 + $170,700
$380,200
2010
$3,102 (+14.9%)
$209,500 + $170,700
$380,200
2009
$2,700
$218,300 + $138,800
$357,100
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
UnparsedAddress: 18 Harrington Road, Cambridge MA 02140
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Bike Path, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,394
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 2,178 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1891
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 3749403S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3
Listing Information
Exclusions: All Yard Art And Sculptures, Basement Work Bench, Living Room Mirror.
StandardStatus: Closed
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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 • 1.8mi
8/10
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