Tucked at the very end of a private way in Harvard Square, 12 Ash Street Place is a rare survivor of old Cambridge character—timeworn, soulful, and warmly inviting. The 1847 home offers gracious proportions, rich moldings, and a meandering layout of generous rooms and quiet nooks. The expansive living room, with walls of windows, has a kind of Cambridge grandeur without gloss—equally inviting for lively gatherings or quiet conversation. A footpath from the front door leads to Harvard Square, a secret passage from this tucked-away solitude to the city’s vibrant bustle. The kitchen, with its classic Garland range, built-in seating, and wisteria-draped deck, captures the house’s spirit: lived-in, unpretentious, and full of heart. The property asks for stewardship—and, yes, some elbow grease—from someone who sees the beauty in what time has shaped. Like a favorite old pair of jeans, it’s comfortably broken-in and impossible to replace. Parking is by custom on the private way.
Property Details
Price:
$3,995,000
MLS #:
73447039
Status:
Active
Beds:
5
Baths:
5
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Subdivision:
Harvard Square
Neighborhood:
harvardsquare
Listed Date:
Oct 23, 2025
Finished Sq Ft:
4,379
Total Sq Ft:
4,379
Lot Size:
6,499 sqft / 0.15 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1847
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Schools
Elementary School:
Lottery
Middle School:
Lottery
High School:
Crls
Interior
Appliances
Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Bathrooms
4 Full Bathrooms, 2 Half Bathrooms
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Fireplaces Total
6
Heating
Baseboard, Natural Gas
Laundry Features
In Basement
Exterior
Architectural Style
Victorian
Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, T-Station, University
Construction Materials
Frame
Exterior Features
Deck, Patio, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard
Parking Features
Assigned
Parking Spots
1
Roof
Shingle
Financial
Tax Year
2025
Taxes
$27,411
Map
Community
- Address12 Ash Street Place Cambridge MA
- SubdivisionHarvard Square
- CityCambridge
- CountyMiddlesex
- Zip Code02138
Subdivisions in Cambridge
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Cambridge as of Oct 23, 2025
69
Single Family Listed
58
Avg DOM
1,056
Avg $ / SqFt
$3,930,865
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- Located in the Harvard Square subdivision, 12 Ash Street Place Cambridge MA is a Single Family for sale in Cambridge, MA, 02138. It is listed for $3,995,000 and features 5 beds, 5 baths, and has approximately 4,379 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1847. The current price per square foot is $912. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Cambridge is $1,056. The average listing price for Single Family in Cambridge is $3,930,865. To schedule a showing of MLS#73447039 at 12 Ash Street Place in Cambridge, MA, contact your Cornerstone Real Estate agent at 617-238-7400.
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12 Ash Street Place
Cambridge, MA