Great opportunity to own a townhouse in North Cambridge. Renovated in 2023, this 3-beds, 2.5 bath home spans three levels and is just minutes from Fresh Pond shopping, Alewife St, and Danehy Park. The 1st flr features a bright, open living room and a convenient half bath. The adjacent kitchen and dining area include granite countertops, custom cabinetry, s/s appliances, and a gas stove. The 2nd floor boasts 2 beds with vaulted ceilings, closet space, and a shared full bath with a granite vanity. A laundry closet with w/d units completes this level. The 3rd floor is dedicated to the light-filled primary suite, includes a full bath and a closet. The basement provides storage and versatile office/flex space. Additional features include on-demand water heating, baseboard heating, and a detached garage with 1 car space and extra storage. Nice size common yard. Conveniently located near Mass Ave and close to Porter/Davis Sq, with a variety of shops, restaurants, and cafés nearby.
TownhomeProperty Type
1855Year Built
229.57 acresLot Size
$875Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Kendall Green Luce Team• Compass
Bought with Margo Delaney• Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
OPPORTUNITY KNOCKS ON REED STREET. Attention end-users looking for a wonderful project, architects, contractors and developers - this attached, light-filled, three level townhouse on Reed Street, in need of a makeover, awaits your touch. 1572 sq. ft. of space on three levels and finished basement space not included in square footage. Garage parking plus one off-street parking space. On the Main level you enter into a generous living room that connects to an open plan kitchen & dining area. There is a half bath. On the Second level there are two generous bedrooms and a full bathroom with double sinks and separate shower & tub. The Third level is the primary bedroom suite with vaulted ceilings and wonderful light. There is a shower bath and additional storage in eaves. The finished basement has a washer/dryer area and a separate room which can serve as a family room, office or guest bedroom. New state-of-the art Lochinvar heating system installed in 2020. Being sold "as is".
MLS PIN #70750169
Jul 16, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Jun 27, 2008
Sold
$565,000
$370/sq ft
May 27, 2008
Contingent
—
Apr 25, 2008
Listed
$559,000
$366/sq ft
Walk to Davis Square from light filled 3 level town house.Pretty kitchen with new 36” Fisher Paykel stove & ss fridge, vintage farm sink, open to dining area. Large living room w/ fir floors. 1/2 bath. 2nd flr. has two large bedrooms & full bath with 2 sinks,2 showers. Top floor Master bedroom suite w/vaulted ceilings & shower bath. Full basement. shared yard, garage pkg. for 1 car +room for 2nd car in driveway. House being repainted. Open House Sunday May 11, 2-3
MLS PIN #50491078
Apr 3, 1998
Sold
$332,000
$217/sq ft
Feb 9, 1998
Listing Removed
—
Feb 6, 1998
Listed
$339,000
$222/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 15, 1990
Sold
$255,000
$167/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,445 (+8.8%)
$1,014,900
2024
$5,922 (+8.1%)
$1,000,300
2023
$5,476 (+3.4%)
$934,400
2022
$5,298 (+4.9%)
$895,000
2021
$5,049 (+7.7%)
$863,100
2020
$4,689 (+4.1%)
$815,500
2019
$4,503 (+2.6%)
$758,100
2018
$4,388 (+2.0%)
$697,600
2017
$4,300 (+2.2%)
$662,600
2016
$4,209 (+5.1%)
$602,100
2015
$4,004 (+1.1%)
$512,000
2014
$3,960 (+3.6%)
$472,600
2013
$3,823 (+3.1%)
$441,400
2012
$3,707 (+3.9%)
$437,100
2011
$3,567
$437,100
2010
$3,567 (+6.8%)
$437,100
2009
$3,340
$441,800
Tax history for 51 Reed St #51
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,445 (+8.8%)
$1,014,900
2024
$5,922 (+8.1%)
$1,000,300
2023
$5,476 (+3.4%)
$934,400
2022
$5,298 (+4.9%)
$895,000
2021
$5,049 (+7.7%)
$863,100
2020
$4,689 (+4.1%)
$815,500
2019
$4,503 (+2.6%)
$758,100
2018
$4,388 (+2.0%)
$697,600
2017
$4,300 (+2.2%)
$662,600
2016
$4,209 (+5.1%)
$602,100
2015
$4,004 (+1.1%)
$512,000
2014
$3,960 (+3.6%)
$472,600
2013
$3,823 (+3.1%)
$441,400
2012
$3,707 (+3.9%)
$437,100
2011
$3,567
$437,100
2010
$3,567 (+6.8%)
$437,100
2009
$3,340
$441,800
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Directions: One way street, off Rindge ave. Between Montgomery St and Cedar st.
UnparsedAddress: 51 Reed St # 51, Cambridge MA 02140
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Park, Walk/Jog Trails
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,572
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: —
Style: Condo/Co-op
Year Built: 1855
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2136190S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026
Other
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Peabody School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
7/10
Rindge Avenue Upper School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.3mi
8/10
Cambridge Rindge and Latin School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.7mi
8/10
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