This breathtaking Harvard Square residence with historic details has been completely updated for modern day living. The high ceilings throughout flood each room with sunlight. The gracious dining & living areas encourage elegant entertaining with comfortable family living. The chef's kitchen with granite counters, Viking stove & Sub Zero appliances is open to the family dining area. Also on the 1st floor are mudroom, powder room, study with fireplace & a wraparound porch. The 2nd floor features a glorious primary suite with fireplace, spa-like bathroom with jacuzzi tub & walk in closet. Also on the 2nd floor are 3 additional bedrooms with ample closet space, 2 bathrooms & spacious laundry room. The 3rd floor has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom & storage spaces. There are multiple outdoor patios, porches & usable yard areas for indoor/outdoor entertaining & a 2 car garage. Ideally situated off Brattle St & with an amazing walk score to all Harvard Square has to offer makes this home a rare find!
Single-familyProperty Type
1886Year Built
0.26 acresLot Size
$1,267Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Maggie Gold Seelig• MGS Group Real Estate LTD
Bought with Timothy Haynes• Keller Williams Realty Signature Properties
Splendid 14-room Queen Anne c. 1883 with 34' front porch -- 18' foyer with lovely staircase, 32' living room w/ large bow window & fireplace with 11' wide mantel; library with fireplace, built-in bookcases and window seat; 21'+ dining room, 16' butler's pantry w/ sink, hall w/ inlaid floors. Lovely yard, 2-car garage and off-street parking for 5-6 cars. Just off Brattle Street, a short distance to The Charles River, Harvard Square, shops and restaurants.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$40,905 (+10.3%)
$2,893,200 + $3,548,500
$6,441,700
2024
$37,096 (+9.1%)
$2,870,000 + $3,396,300
$6,266,300
2023
$33,992 (+10.1%)
$2,858,500 + $2,942,200
$5,800,700
2022
$30,872 (+5.9%)
$2,610,800 + $2,604,100
$5,214,900
2021
$29,149 (+6.9%)
$2,562,000 + $2,420,700
$4,982,700
2020
$27,279 (+8.6%)
$2,451,900 + $2,292,200
$4,744,100
2019
$25,115 (−3.0%)
$2,065,300 + $2,162,800
$4,228,100
2018
$25,898 (+1.5%)
$2,054,700 + $2,062,600
$4,117,300
2017
$25,512 (+3.4%)
$1,959,400 + $1,971,500
$3,930,900
2016
$24,680 (−2.2%)
$1,694,600 + $1,836,100
$3,530,700
2015
$25,232 (−5.7%)
$1,588,700 + $1,637,900
$3,226,600
2014
$26,771 (−1.1%)
$1,546,300 + $1,648,300
$3,194,600
2013
$27,079 (+6.4%)
$1,546,300 + $1,580,600
$3,126,900
2012
$25,462 (+3.6%)
$1,401,400 + $1,601,200
$3,002,600
2011
$24,589
$1,438,500 + $1,574,900
$3,013,400
2010
$24,589 (+45.1%)
$1,438,500 + $1,574,900
$3,013,400
2009
$16,946
$1,576,100 + $665,500
$2,241,600
Tax history for 19 Appleton St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$40,905 (+10.3%)
$2,893,200 + $3,548,500
$6,441,700
2024
$37,096 (+9.1%)
$2,870,000 + $3,396,300
$6,266,300
2023
$33,992 (+10.1%)
$2,858,500 + $2,942,200
$5,800,700
2022
$30,872 (+5.9%)
$2,610,800 + $2,604,100
$5,214,900
2021
$29,149 (+6.9%)
$2,562,000 + $2,420,700
$4,982,700
2020
$27,279 (+8.6%)
$2,451,900 + $2,292,200
$4,744,100
2019
$25,115 (−3.0%)
$2,065,300 + $2,162,800
$4,228,100
2018
$25,898 (+1.5%)
$2,054,700 + $2,062,600
$4,117,300
2017
$25,512 (+3.4%)
$1,959,400 + $1,971,500
$3,930,900
2016
$24,680 (−2.2%)
$1,694,600 + $1,836,100
$3,530,700
2015
$25,232 (−5.7%)
$1,588,700 + $1,637,900
$3,226,600
2014
$26,771 (−1.1%)
$1,546,300 + $1,648,300
$3,194,600
2013
$27,079 (+6.4%)
$1,546,300 + $1,580,600
$3,126,900
2012
$25,462 (+3.6%)
$1,401,400 + $1,601,200
$3,002,600
2011
$24,589
$1,438,500 + $1,574,900
$3,013,400
2010
$24,589 (+45.1%)
$1,438,500 + $1,574,900
$3,013,400
2009
$16,946
$1,576,100 + $665,500
$2,241,600
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
6
Baths
4.5
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.26 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
4,663
Year built
1886
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
3378466S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 10, 2026.
Jul 11, 2022 • Final
Building: alteration and addition
Renovate two existing bathrooms and a closet.
Bathroom
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 Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, On Street, Paved
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Stone, Slab
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Renovated Since
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck, Patio
Exterior Features: Porch, Deck, Patio, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Security Features: Security System
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.26
Lot Features: Level
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $29,149
Tax Year: 2021
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 110 Volts
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: Between Brattle Street and Highland Street
UnparsedAddress: 19 Appleton St, Cambridge MA 02138
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Public facts
Beds: 6
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 4,663
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 0.26 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1886
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 3378466S
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 10, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3
Listing Information
Exclusions: Dining Room Candelabra.
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Maria L. Baldwin School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.9mi
9/10
Rindge Avenue Upper School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi
8/10
Cambridge Rindge and Latin School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi
8/10
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