Thoroughly and thoughtfully renovated in 2021, this south-facing transitional Queen Anne-Colonial Revival offers a covetable combination of space, amenities, and location. The main level is distinguished by comfortably proportioned spaces, bay windows, deep crown molding, quartersawn oak floors, large wood-framed windows, custom built-ins, and a gas fireplace. The gleaming kitchen with large center island was smartly designed for both ambitious cooking and hanging out. The primary suite has two walk-in closets, and a large marble bath. Two additional bedrooms on the 2nd fl have custom built-ins and share a hallway bath. The 3rd floor is a charming retreat with a bedroom and tiled bath. The LL includes a bedroom, tiled bath, family room, laundry and storage rooms, and direct access to the large fenced rear patio and garden. Off-street parking for 3 cars. Just 0.2mi from the red line T at Porter Sq, 0.3mi to Raymond Park, & 0.7mi to Harvard Law School. What a treat to call it home!
Single-familyProperty Type
1895Year Built
4,399 sq ftLot Size
$1,068Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 spacesParking
Listed by The Team - Real Estate Advisors• Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
Bought with Rob Ramsdell• Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
A most stunning and meticulous renovation utilizing only the finest craftsmanship. On the first floor you are greeted by a charming front porch, open foyer, and living room, study and dining room all with big bay windows. The eat-in kitchen offers an island, stone countertops and stainless steel appliances. There is also a custom mudroom and half bathroom on this floor. Upstairs houses the primary suite with a custom walk-in closet and four-piece bath with a double vanity. The second floor also offers two additional bedrooms, a laundry area and hall bathroom with a double vanity. The top floor offers the fourth bedroom as well as a hall bathroom with a double vanity, along with attic storage & utilities. The lower level features a family room with access to patio and gardens, fifth bedroom, large laundry room as well as a full bathroom and additional storage. Located only 1 mile from Harvard Square, this home is minutes away from multiple parks and Porter Square restaurants & shops.
MLS PIN #72562622
Oct 31, 2019
Sold
$2,125,000
$558/sq ft
Sep 19, 2019
Pending
—
Sep 11, 2019
Listed
$1,948,000
$512/sq ft
+21
This handsome 1895 Colonial Revival, Avon Hill house has a grand street presence just a few city blocks from Porter Square. Owned by the same family for decades, it was originally built as a single family. This stunning and spacious home awaits your touches to enhance its original glory! Beautiful woodwork and hardwoods, unique kitchen built ins, high ceilings and tons of natural light make this home very special. In its current configuration, both units are two floors with gracious, well proportioned rooms, tons of closets and each of the units has a fireplace with period tile. Return it to a single, keep it a two family and generate income or convert to condominiums - the options are endless. A beautiful back yard oasis and parking for two cars plus the proximity to Porter Square, Fresh Pond and the Shops of Huron Village complete this spectacular listing. The location, space, yard, parking and details are all amazing offering you so many different ways to call this home!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$27,384 (+9.3%)
$1,230,400 + $3,082,000
$4,312,400
2024
$25,055 (+11.8%)
$1,282,300 + $2,950,000
$4,232,300
2023
$22,411 (+37.7%)
$1,308,300 + $2,516,100
$3,824,400
2022
$16,277 (+77.0%)
$1,259,100 + $1,490,400
$2,749,500
2021
$9,194 (−18.5%)
$1,235,300 + $336,300
$1,571,600
2020
$11,280 (+0.5%)
$1,172,800 + $789,000
$1,961,800
2019
$11,229 (+0.4%)
$1,147,600 + $742,800
$1,890,400
2018
$11,186 (+1.9%)
$1,090,000 + $688,300
$1,778,300
2017
$10,980 (+4.3%)
$1,039,700 + $652,200
$1,691,900
2016
$10,526 (+1.6%)
$899,400 + $606,400
$1,505,800
2015
$10,365 (+5.0%)
$787,800 + $537,700
$1,325,500
2014
$9,871 (+4.8%)
$697,900 + $480,000
$1,177,900
2013
$9,418 (+2.1%)
$609,800 + $477,700
$1,087,500
2012
$9,222 (+4.3%)
$609,800 + $477,700
$1,087,500
2011
$8,845
$609,800 + $474,100
$1,083,900
2010
$8,845 (+4.7%)
$609,800 + $474,100
$1,083,900
2009
$8,445
$635,400 + $481,700
$1,117,100
Tax history for 73 Upland Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$27,384 (+9.3%)
$1,230,400 + $3,082,000
$4,312,400
2024
$25,055 (+11.8%)
$1,282,300 + $2,950,000
$4,232,300
2023
$22,411 (+37.7%)
$1,308,300 + $2,516,100
$3,824,400
2022
$16,277 (+77.0%)
$1,259,100 + $1,490,400
$2,749,500
2021
$9,194 (−18.5%)
$1,235,300 + $336,300
$1,571,600
2020
$11,280 (+0.5%)
$1,172,800 + $789,000
$1,961,800
2019
$11,229 (+0.4%)
$1,147,600 + $742,800
$1,890,400
2018
$11,186 (+1.9%)
$1,090,000 + $688,300
$1,778,300
2017
$10,980 (+4.3%)
$1,039,700 + $652,200
$1,691,900
2016
$10,526 (+1.6%)
$899,400 + $606,400
$1,505,800
2015
$10,365 (+5.0%)
$787,800 + $537,700
$1,325,500
2014
$9,871 (+4.8%)
$697,900 + $480,000
$1,177,900
2013
$9,418 (+2.1%)
$609,800 + $477,700
$1,087,500
2012
$9,222 (+4.3%)
$609,800 + $477,700
$1,087,500
2011
$8,845
$609,800 + $474,100
$1,083,900
2010
$8,845 (+4.7%)
$609,800 + $474,100
$1,083,900
2009
$8,445
$635,400 + $481,700
$1,117,100
*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
4.5
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,356 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,071
Year built
1895
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
1677581S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 30, 2026.
Jul 22, 2025 • Active
Building: alteration and addition
Install new footings for an existing front porch.
Addition
Jan 13, 2020 • Active
Building: alteration and addition
Perform a complete interior renovation. Remove one exterior door and three windows.
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.
Directions: Between Mount Vernon St & Walnut Ave; 0.2mi from the Red Line T at Porter Sq
UnparsedAddress: 73 Upland Road, Cambridge MA 02140
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, T-Station
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,071
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 4,356 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1895
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 1677581S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 30, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 5
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
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Schools
Peabody School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
7/10
Rindge Avenue Upper School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.4mi
8/10
Cambridge Rindge and Latin School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi
8/10
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