
16 Coolidge Ave Cambridge — Photo 1 of 35
$3,685,000
16 Coolidge Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138
Cambridge, MA 02138 — Coolidge Hill
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
SqFt
3,029
Style
Single Family
Built
1889
Located in the coveted Coolidge Hill Neighborhood this stately Italianate Victorian offers tremendous privacy from its oversized 14,000+ square foot lot, mature gardens and fenced-in yard and is just blocks away from the Shady Hill School and Buckingham Browne & Nichols. Classic 19th century details feature prominently with 9'-6" ceilings on the first floor, period millwork, a robust balustrade and staircase, hardwood and pine flooring, oversized windows, original plaster rosettes and a wrap-around porch. There are large rooms throughout including a double-parlor with wood burning fireplace, formal dining room and contemporary eat-in kitchen with a cozy enameled cast iron VT stove for winter mornings. The 2nd floor offers 9' ceilings, 3 well-proportioned bedrooms, a small study and fully renovated bathroom. The 3rd floor is a special retreat with cathedral ceilings, skylights and a newer vintage style bathroom with clawfoot tub. Also, central AC, 200amp electrical service, 2-car detached brick garage and a new (2025/2026) gas heating system. This is a unique property with many possibilities for adding additional living space, an ADU or potentially additional housing. See agent regarding architectural schematics for possible development options.
Key facts
It was listed on September 24, 2026. The annual property taxes are $19,490 (2026 tax year). It sits on a 0.33-acre (14,220 sq ft) lot.
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Market Value Analysis
* Analysis is based on 24 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Cambridge, MA.
Property Details
Financials
Parking
Interior Specifications
Climate & Utilities
Building & Exterior
Property & Lot
Amenities & Appliances
Gas Water Heater • Water Heater • Range • Oven • Dishwasher • Disposal
Neighborhood
Public Transportation • Shopping • Walk/Jog Trails • Private School
Geography
Floorplan Breakdown
Structural Layout
Living Room
Lvl FirstFlooring - Hardwood
Dining Room
Lvl FirstFlooring - Hardwood
Kitchen
Lvl FirstCloset, Flooring - Hardwood, Kitchen Island, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Gas Stove
Family Room
Lvl FirstFlooring - Hardwood
Primary Bedroom
Lvl SecondBedroom 2
Lvl SecondBedroom 3
Lvl SecondBedroom 4
Lvl ThirdBathroom 1
Lvl FirstBathroom - Half
Bathroom 2
Lvl SecondBathroom - Half, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall
Bathroom 3
Lvl ThirdBathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub, Skylight, Cathedral Ceiling(s)
Questions about this home
When was 16 Coolidge Ave, Cambridge listed?
16 Coolidge Ave, Cambridge was listed on September 24, 2026.
Has the price of 16 Coolidge Ave, Cambridge changed?
The price hasn't changed since it was listed at $3,685,000.
What are the property taxes for 16 Coolidge Ave, Cambridge?
The annual property taxes for 16 Coolidge Ave, Cambridge are $19,490 (2026 tax year).
How big is the lot at 16 Coolidge Ave, Cambridge?
16 Coolidge Ave, Cambridge sits on a 0.33-acre (14,220 sq ft) lot.
What is the status of 16 Coolidge Ave, Cambridge?
16 Coolidge Ave, Cambridge is actively listed for sale.
Population
38,509
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)
Median Household Income
$120K
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)
Renter-Occupied Homes
58.1%
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)
New Construction Permits — Middlesex County
2,698 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (+3% vs the prior 12 months) — 1,713 in 5+ unit buildings
U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jul '26)
ADU Potential
Massachusetts allows one accessory dwelling unit by right in single-family zoning districts statewide (M.G.L. c. 40A §3; 760 CMR 71.00, effective Feb 2025). Estimated maximum ADU size for this property: 900 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 3,029 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 14,220 sq ft.
Based on listing data, which indicates the property type — not the zoning district. Local dimensional, septic (Title 5), and historic-district requirements still apply. Not legal advice — verify with the municipality.
Listing Agent: Peter Boyajian Team
Listing Office: Real Estate 109
MLS® Number: 73582280









