Off Market Dec 2025 for $3.8M

$4,378,808

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,496/mo

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4,230

sq ft

43 Larch Rd, Cambridge, MA 02138

About this home

Built for transcendalist philosopher Francis Abbott, this re-imagined and expanded residence introduces a dynamic relationship between the indoors and outdoors. Achieving this goal, this house features generously proportioned high ceilings and tall windows, which are defined and supported by mahogany-clad blued steel columns. Custom-built bookcases with a rolling ladder surrounds the library. A private entrance leads to a first floor bedroom with a copper glass skylight and an en-suite bathroom. The kitchen offers Bubinga cabinetry, Sub-Zero, Gaggenau & Bosch appliances and a glorious sun-filled eating area. Delightful grand & intimate entertaining space w/ fireplaces, dramatic lighting, interior balconies and hidden doorways. Third floor media room w/custom wall unit and home office. Large fenced-in yard with tall trees, waterfalls, deck and patio area. The Larches is a close knit community that offers easy access to Harvard Sq. Boston and all routes. A 1 of 1 to the Cambridge market.

Single-familyProperty Type

1886Year Built

10,087 sq ftLot Size

$1,035Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

4 spacesParking

Listed by Todd Movsessian • Barrett Sotheby's International Realty

Bought with Lauren Holleran • Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

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•Source:MLS PIN #73443752

Redfin Estimate

$4,378,808

$556K since sold in December 2025$496K since July

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This home's estimate is 14.5% higher than the average sale price ($3.82M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 29, 2026
$4,050,000
A
5 beds3.5 baths3,432 sq ft
10 Traill St, Cambridge, MA 02138
SOLD AUG 7, 2026
$2,944,000
B
4 beds4.5 baths2,607 sq ft
24 Gibson St, Cambridge, MA 02138
SOLD JUL 10, 2026
$1,755,000
C
5 beds3.5 baths3,207 sq ft
65 Fresh Pond Pkwy, Cambridge, MA 02138
SOLD DEC 17, 2025
$6,450,000
D
6 beds3.5 baths4,379 sq ft
12 Berkeley St, Cambridge, MA 02138
SOLD JUL 7, 2026
$3,825,000
E
4 beds4 baths3,041 sq ft
24 Coolidge Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138
SOLD JUN 24, 2026
$3,925,000
F
7 beds4.5 baths4,548 sq ft
44 Garden St, Cambridge, MA 02138

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Market trends in 02138, MA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

102.1%

1.1% MoM

Median sale price

$1.2M

$18K MoM

Avg. days on market

20d

1 days MoM

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28 MoM

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$1,295,000
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$875,000
2 beds1 bath1,270 sq ft
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Sale history for 43 Larch Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$23,320 (+13.0%)

$678,600 + $2,993,900

$3,672,500

2024

$20,634 (+13.5%)

$672,000 + $2,813,400

$3,485,400

2023

$18,179 (+12.4%)

$685,000 + $2,417,200

$3,102,200

2022

$16,175 (+10.4%)

$616,600 + $2,115,600

$2,732,200

2021

$14,653 (+6.3%)

$604,700 + $1,900,100

$2,504,800

2020

$13,789 (+4.2%)

$598,700 + $1,799,300

$2,398,000

2019

$13,239 (+1.0%)

$586,700 + $1,642,100

$2,228,800

2018

$13,110 (−0.3%)

$517,900 + $1,566,300

$2,084,200

2017

$13,147 (+1.6%)

$517,900 + $1,507,900

$2,025,800

2016

$12,945 (+0.6%)

$437,100 + $1,414,900

$1,852,000

2015

$12,869 (−4.3%)

$383,200 + $1,262,500

$1,645,700

2014

$13,446 (−2.2%)

$359,200 + $1,245,300

$1,604,500

2013

$13,752 (+2.0%)

$362,200 + $1,225,800

$1,588,000

2012

$13,479 (+6.2%)

$362,200 + $1,227,300

$1,589,500

2011

$12,690

$362,200 + $1,192,900

$1,555,100

2010

$12,690 (+11.0%)

$362,200 + $1,192,900

$1,555,100

2009

$11,428

$352,900 + $1,158,700

$1,511,600

Tax history for 43 Larch Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$23,320 (+13.0%)

$678,600 + $2,993,900

$3,672,500

2024

$20,634 (+13.5%)

$672,000 + $2,813,400

$3,485,400

2023

$18,179 (+12.4%)

$685,000 + $2,417,200

$3,102,200

2022

$16,175 (+10.4%)

$616,600 + $2,115,600

$2,732,200

2021

$14,653 (+6.3%)

$604,700 + $1,900,100

$2,504,800

2020

$13,789 (+4.2%)

$598,700 + $1,799,300

$2,398,000

2019

$13,239 (+1.0%)

$586,700 + $1,642,100

$2,228,800

2018

$13,110 (−0.3%)

$517,900 + $1,566,300

$2,084,200

2017

$13,147 (+1.6%)

$517,900 + $1,507,900

$2,025,800

2016

$12,945 (+0.6%)

$437,100 + $1,414,900

$1,852,000

2015

$12,869 (−4.3%)

$383,200 + $1,262,500

$1,645,700

2014

$13,446 (−2.2%)

$359,200 + $1,245,300

$1,604,500

2013

$13,752 (+2.0%)

$362,200 + $1,225,800

$1,588,000

2012

$13,479 (+6.2%)

$362,200 + $1,227,300

$1,589,500

2011

$12,690

$362,200 + $1,192,900

$1,555,100

2010

$12,690 (+11.0%)

$362,200 + $1,192,900

$1,555,100

2009

$11,428

$352,900 + $1,158,700

$1,511,600

*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

Baths

3.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

10,019 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

4,230

Year built

1886

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

3928418S

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 29, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Open Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Driveway, Stone/Gravel

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 306
Length: 18
Width: 17
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wood,Lighting - Overhead

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 289
Length: 17
Width: 17
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 224
Length: 16
Width: 14
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wood,Balcony - Interior,French Doors,Lighting - Overhead

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 195
Length: 15
Width: 13
Level: Third
Features: Skylight,Closet,Flooring - Wood,Window Seat

Bedroom #5 Information
Area: 182
Length: 14
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Skylight,Closet,Flooring - Wood,Cable Hookup,Lighting - Overhead

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 4
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 21
Length: 7
Width: 3
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Marble,Pocket Door

Bathroom #2 Information
Area: 35
Length: 7
Width: 5
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Lighting - Overhead

Bathroom #3 Information
Area: 88
Length: 11
Width: 8
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub,Lighting - Pendant

Living Room Information
Area: 650
Length: 26
Width: 25
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Wood,Exterior Access,Lighting - Overhead,Window Seat

Dining Room Information
Area: 220
Length: 22
Width: 10
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Wood,Lighting - Pendant

Kitchen Information
Area: 630
Length: 30
Width: 21
Level: First
Features: Skylight,Cathedral Ceiling(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Deck - Exterior,Second Dishwasher,Stainless Steel Appliances,Gas Stove,Lighting - Overhead

Office Room Information
Area: 272
Length: 17
Width: 16
Level: Third
Features: Ceiling - Cathedral,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wood,Lighting - Pendant

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Sump Pump, Concrete, Unfinished

Laundry Information
Laundry Dimen: 9X6
Laundry Features: Laundry Closet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Electric Dryer Hookup, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, First Floor

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 3
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Master Bedroom

Appliances
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 12
Door Features: Pocket Door, French Doors, Storm Door(s)
Window Features: Skylight, Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s), Screens
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Marble, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wood
Interior Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Sconce, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Lighting - Overhead, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Lighting - Pendant, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wet Bar, Cable Hookup, Bathroom, Library, Office, Media Room

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 4,230
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: Gray

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck - Composite, Patio
Exterior Features: Porch, Deck - Composite, Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Screens, Fenced Yard, Stone Wall

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Above Grade Finished Area: 4230
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat
Security Features: Security System

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.23
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $20,735.50
Tax Year: 2025

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Generator, Circuit Breakers

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas, Hydro Air, Fireplace
Cooling: Central Air, 3 or More

Location

School Information
Elementary School: Control Choice
Middle Or Junior School: Control Choice
High School: Rindge & Latin

Location Information
Directions: Between Brattle Street & Fresh Pond Parkway.
UnparsedAddress: 43 Larch Road, Cambridge MA 02138

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Highway Access, Private School, T-Station, University, Sidewalks

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 4,230
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 10,019 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1886
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 3928418S

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 4

Listing Information
Exclusions: Custom Kitchen Pendent.
StandardStatus: Closed

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Schools

Haggerty School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi

8/10

Rindge Avenue Upper School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi

8/10

Cambridge Rindge and Latin School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi

8/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

5/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 96° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

53% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

3/10 Air Factor

3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years

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Cambridge, MA • 02138

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In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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$4.16M – $5.04M

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Home values near 43 Larch Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
19 Larch Road, Cambridge, MA 6 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2905 Sq. Ft.	$3,055,898
71 Larch Road, Cambridge, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3523 Sq. Ft.	$3,394,063

Address	Redfin Estimate
37 Larch Road, Cambridge, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$3,132,439
74 Larch Road, Cambridge, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2491 Sq. Ft.	$2,120,238

Address	Redfin Estimate
67 Larch Road, Cambridge, MA 6 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2795 Sq. Ft.	$2,191,268
38 Larch Road, Cambridge, MA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$3,719,525

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