20 Brown St

1,440 Sq. Ft.
$1,750 / Sq. Ft.
1,440
Sq. Ft.
$1,750
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Meticulously renovated Cambridge residence offers an exceptional blend of contemporary elegance and classic charm. Situated in the coveted Half Crown district, just steps from the Charles River and Harvard Square, this home provides the perfect balance of academic convenience and residential tranquility.The spacious interior features soaring ceilings, abundant natural light, and a thoughtful open-plan layout. The kitchen, adorned with custom oak cabinetry and high-quality appliances, is a culinary...Meticulously renovated Cambridge residence offers an exceptional blend of contemporary elegance and classic charm. Situated in the coveted Half Crown district, just steps from the Charles River and Harvard Square, this home provides the perfect balance of academic convenience and residential tranquility.The spacious interior features soaring ceilings, abundant natural light, and a thoughtful open-plan layout. The kitchen, adorned with custom oak cabinetry and high-quality appliances, is a culinary dream. The adjacent living room, featuring a cozy wood-burning fireplace and built-in bench seating, invites relaxation and contemplation. A dedicated office nook, complete with floor-to-ceiling bookshelves, provides a serene space for scholarly pursuits. The private outdoor spaces are equally impressive. The landscaped garden, featuring mature plantings and a secluded patio, offers a peaceful retreat from the bustling city. Convenient to the Charles River, HBS, West Cambridge and Harvard Sq

Listing Agents

  1. Maggie Currier

    Maggie Currier

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Property Details for 20 Brown Street

Town
Cambridge
MLS Area
Harvard Square
Area
MA-Cambridge
Architectural Style
Victorian
Style
Garden, Victorian
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Spaces
1.00
Parking Spaces Total
1
LISTING UPDATED: 10/24/2024 10:01 AM

Property Details for 20 Brown Street

StatusSold
MLS #73287978
Days on Market8
Taxes$9,491 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1873
CountyMiddlesex County
Buyer's Agent Compensation2.5%

Location

Sold By Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge, Merullo Peoples Team

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Building Information for 20 Brown Street

Stories-Year Built1873Building Size-Lot Size0.05 AC / 2,297 SF

Payment Calculator

$13,073 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$12,282

Property Taxes

$791

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 20 Brown Street

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, T-Station, University
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 1440.0
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Renovated Since
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Tankless Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement Features: Partially Finished, Bulkhead, Sump Pump
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 2
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Laundry Features: In Basement
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Patio - Enclosed, Garden
  • Exterior Features: Garden Area, Porch - Enclosed
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot
  • Patio And Porch Features: Enclosed
  • Roof Material: Shingle
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Off-Street
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Level: First Floor
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Level: First
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Level: First
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Level: First
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Level: Second
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Level: Second
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Level: Second
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Disclosures: Taxes include residential exemption.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: 415894
  • Assessments: $2,052,400
  • Book: 72943
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Zoning: res
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 3
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Stone, Brick/Mortar
  • Cooling Zones: 2
  • Heat Zones: 2
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5
  • Other Agent Compensation: 2

Property History for 20 Brown Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 22, 2024

Sold

MLS PIN #73287978

$2,520,000—
Sep 18, 2024

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73287978

—
Sep 18, 2024

Contingent

MLS PIN #73287978

—
Sep 10, 2024

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73287978

$2,195,000—
Jul 17, 2019

Sold

MLS PIN #72521367

$1,450,000—
Jun 28, 2019

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #72521367

—
Jun 28, 2019

Contingent

MLS PIN #72521367

—
Jun 19, 2019

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72521367

$1,599,000—
Apr 2, 1990

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #87693795

$335,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/22/2024

Sold

MLS PIN #73287978

$2,520,000
09/18/2024

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73287978

—
09/18/2024

Contingent

MLS PIN #73287978

—
09/10/2024

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73287978

$2,195,000
07/17/2019

Sold

MLS PIN #72521367

$1,450,000
06/28/2019

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #72521367

—
06/28/2019

Contingent

MLS PIN #72521367

—
06/19/2019

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72521367

$1,599,000
04/02/1990

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #87693795

$335,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 20 Brown Street

Taxable ValueLand$1,282,800Additions$789,100Total$2,071,900
Tax Record2025$13,157 ($1,096 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,400 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,400 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt580 SqFtStories2Lot Size2,297 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1873ZoningA-2CountyMIDDLESEXAPNCAMB M:00220 L:00075Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 20 Brown Street

This home is within Cambridge School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Graham and Parks School
PublicPK to 5

Vassal Lane Upper School
Public6 to 8

Cambridge Rindge and Latin School
Public9 to 12

Maria L. Baldwin School
PublicPK to 5

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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