Immaculate 1846 antique 2-family row-house that could easily be converted back to a 9 room single. Wonderful design coupled with attention to detail, makes this one of the nicest houses in East Cambridge. The Owner's unit has a spectacular gourmet kitchen with original beehive oven, Sub-Zero fridge & a Thermador 6-burner stove. The double parlor has 2 Greek revival decorative fireplaces! Rear patio is very private & has beautiful hardscape. Rental unit has 2 bedrooms and is on 2-levels.Must see!
Multi-familyProperty Type
1846Year Built
2,200 sq ftLot Size
$636Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Lisa Drapkin• Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Cambridge
Bought with David Wood• Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Cambridge
TWO-FAMILY ROWHOUSE IN PRIME EAST CAMBRIDGE NEIGHBORHOOD. RENOVATED HISTORIC PROPERTY WITH MUCH PERIOD DETAIL PRE- SERVED. WIDE PINE FLOORS, 12-FOOT CEILINGS, 4 FIREPLACES (ALL NON WORKING), UPDATED SYSTEMS, PRIVATE CITY GARDEN.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,738 (+6.9%)
$626,400 + $1,064,600
$1,691,000
2024
$10,041 (+10.9%)
$675,000 + $1,021,100
$1,696,100
2023
$9,051 (+7.0%)
$644,500 + $900,100
$1,544,600
2022
$8,455 (+5.6%)
$643,500 + $784,700
$1,428,200
2021
$8,003 (+0.4%)
$631,400 + $736,700
$1,368,100
2020
$7,970 (+1.5%)
$637,400 + $748,700
$1,386,100
2019
$7,849 (+7.3%)
$625,200 + $696,200
$1,321,400
2018
$7,317 (+12.3%)
$518,400 + $644,800
$1,163,200
2017
$6,513 (+7.4%)
$463,500 + $540,000
$1,003,500
2016
$6,062 (+2.2%)
$362,900 + $504,400
$867,300
2015
$5,931 (+10.4%)
$311,100 + $447,300
$758,400
2014
$5,371 (+7.6%)
$240,900 + $400,000
$640,900
2013
$4,990 (−0.1%)
$207,400 + $368,800
$576,200
2012
$4,996 (+3.9%)
$220,400 + $368,800
$589,200
2011
$4,808
$220,400 + $368,800
$589,200
2010
$4,808 (+5.1%)
$220,400 + $368,800
$589,200
2009
$4,575
$230,200 + $374,900
$605,100
Tax history for 71 Spring St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,738 (+6.9%)
$626,400 + $1,064,600
$1,691,000
2024
$10,041 (+10.9%)
$675,000 + $1,021,100
$1,696,100
2023
$9,051 (+7.0%)
$644,500 + $900,100
$1,544,600
2022
$8,455 (+5.6%)
$643,500 + $784,700
$1,428,200
2021
$8,003 (+0.4%)
$631,400 + $736,700
$1,368,100
2020
$7,970 (+1.5%)
$637,400 + $748,700
$1,386,100
2019
$7,849 (+7.3%)
$625,200 + $696,200
$1,321,400
2018
$7,317 (+12.3%)
$518,400 + $644,800
$1,163,200
2017
$6,513 (+7.4%)
$463,500 + $540,000
$1,003,500
2016
$6,062 (+2.2%)
$362,900 + $504,400
$867,300
2015
$5,931 (+10.4%)
$311,100 + $447,300
$758,400
2014
$5,371 (+7.6%)
$240,900 + $400,000
$640,900
2013
$4,990 (−0.1%)
$207,400 + $368,800
$576,200
2012
$4,996 (+3.9%)
$220,400 + $368,800
$589,200
2011
$4,808
$220,400 + $368,800
$589,200
2010
$4,808 (+5.1%)
$220,400 + $368,800
$589,200
2009
$4,575
$230,200 + $374,900
$605,100
*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
5
Baths
3
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2,178 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,492
Year built
1846
Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Middlesex County
APN
2640695S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 29, 2026.
Apr 5, 2023 • Active
Building: alteration and addition
Gut and renovate a second floor bathroom.
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 Open Parking
Parking Features: On Street
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
Basement Information
Basement: Full, Interior Entry, Concrete
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 9
Door Features: Insulated Doors
Window Features: Picture Window, Stained Glass Window(s), Insulated Windows
Flooring: Carpet, Varies, Hardwood, Stone / Slate, Tile, Stone/Ceramic Tile
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Storage, Stone/Granite/Solid Counters, Upgraded Cabinets, Upgraded Countertops, Bathroom With Tub & Shower, Open Floorplan, Smart Thermostat, Remodeled, Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Family Room
Directions: Between Sciarappa Street and 3rd Street.
UnparsedAddress: 71 Spring Street, Cambridge MA 02141
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,492
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 2,178 square feet
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: 1846
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2640695S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2
Listing Information
Exclusions: 1st Floor Dining Room Chandelier.
StandardStatus: Closed
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Schools
Kennedy-Longfellow School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
5/10
Vassal Lane Upper School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.3mi
8/10
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