This is a rare opportunity to own a 2-Family property close to Fresh Pond Reservoir, walking trails, golf course, and shopping, in addition to easy access to all points Cambridge and beyond.Currently run as an income property, this income producing house offers incredible potential for condo conversion, multi-generational living, or the opportunity to occupy one large unit and rent out the other. The 1st floor consists of 3 equally-sized bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and sunny open-concept kitchen and living room; while the 2nd floor is the same layout with an additional room for an office or storage. Both units have front and back porches. Hardwood floors throughout. Each unit has in-unit laundry included. This property also offers a large backyard and a 2 car driveway, along with a 2-bay garage. Plus potential to add additional square footage by expanding into the basement and attic.
Multi-familyProperty Type
1925Year Built
4,000 sq ftLot Size
$757Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by David Lilley• RE/MAX Destiny
Bought with The Moving Greater Boston Team• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Warren Residential
Classic two-family home on Cambridge/Belmont line. Conveniently located on three bus routes to Harvard Square (#74, #75, and #78). Near Fresh Pond Whole Foods and Route 2. Original detail intact. Hardwood floors. Newer windows. Pleasant yard.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,553 (+8.0%)
$515,000 + $832,000
$1,347,000
2024
$7,917 (+8.4%)
$536,500 + $800,800
$1,337,300
2023
$7,305 (+5.7%)
$547,200 + $699,400
$1,246,600
2022
$6,913 (+2.6%)
$536,400 + $631,400
$1,167,800
2021
$6,736 (+4.2%)
$538,200 + $613,200
$1,151,400
2020
$6,462 (+5.4%)
$522,300 + $601,500
$1,123,800
2019
$6,131 (+6.1%)
$466,200 + $566,000
$1,032,200
2018
$5,781 (+2.5%)
$392,600 + $526,400
$919,000
2017
$5,641 (+2.6%)
$368,100 + $501,100
$869,200
2016
$5,499 (+1.3%)
$319,000 + $467,700
$786,700
2015
$5,431 (+5.4%)
$280,400 + $414,100
$694,500
2014
$5,154 (+0.6%)
$245,400 + $369,600
$615,000
2013
$5,122 (+1.8%)
$226,100 + $365,400
$591,500
2012
$5,029 (+3.9%)
$226,100 + $367,000
$593,100
2011
$4,840
$226,100 + $367,000
$593,100
2010
$4,840 (+5.2%)
$226,100 + $367,000
$593,100
2009
$4,601
$235,600 + $373,000
$608,600
Tax history for 29-31 Blanchard Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,553 (+8.0%)
$515,000 + $832,000
$1,347,000
2024
$7,917 (+8.4%)
$536,500 + $800,800
$1,337,300
2023
$7,305 (+5.7%)
$547,200 + $699,400
$1,246,600
2022
$6,913 (+2.6%)
$536,400 + $631,400
$1,167,800
2021
$6,736 (+4.2%)
$538,200 + $613,200
$1,151,400
2020
$6,462 (+5.4%)
$522,300 + $601,500
$1,123,800
2019
$6,131 (+6.1%)
$466,200 + $566,000
$1,032,200
2018
$5,781 (+2.5%)
$392,600 + $526,400
$919,000
2017
$5,641 (+2.6%)
$368,100 + $501,100
$869,200
2016
$5,499 (+1.3%)
$319,000 + $467,700
$786,700
2015
$5,431 (+5.4%)
$280,400 + $414,100
$694,500
2014
$5,154 (+0.6%)
$245,400 + $369,600
$615,000
2013
$5,122 (+1.8%)
$226,100 + $365,400
$591,500
2012
$5,029 (+3.9%)
$226,100 + $367,000
$593,100
2011
$4,840
$226,100 + $367,000
$593,100
2010
$4,840 (+5.2%)
$226,100 + $367,000
$593,100
2009
$4,601
$235,600 + $373,000
$608,600
*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
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3,920 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,184
Year built
1925
Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Middlesex County
APN
3734243S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 11, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 4
Basement Information
Basement: Full, Concrete
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 11
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Laminate, Hardwood
Interior Features: Storage, Open Floorplan, Living Room, Kitchen, Mudroom
Unit #1 Information
# of Levels: 1
# of Floors: 1
Lease: N
Unit #2 Information
# of Levels: 1
# of Floors: 2
Lease: Y
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,184
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Stories (Total): 2
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck
Exterior Features: Balcony/Deck
Pool Information
Spa Features: Bath
Property Information
PropertySubType: 2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.09
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $6,131
Tax Year: 2019
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 220 Volts, 100 Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Electric
Heating Units: 2
Location
Location Information
Directions: on Blanchard between Concord Ave and S Normandy St
UnparsedAddress: 29-31 Blanchard Rd, Cambridge MA 02138
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station, University
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,184
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 3,920 square feet
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: 1925
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 3734243S
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 10, 2026
Other
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Haggerty School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.0mi
8/10
Rindge Avenue Upper School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.5mi
8/10
Cambridge Rindge and Latin School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.6mi
8/10
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