Active Under Contract
18 Days on market
63 Sixth Street Cambridge — Photo 1 of 35

63 Sixth Street Cambridge — Photo 1 of 35

$2,195,000

63 Sixth Street, Cambridge, MA 02141

Cambridge, MA 02141 — East Cambridge

Beds

4

Baths

3

SqFt

2,700

Style

2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down

Built

1854

Offered for sale is the best two family you will ever see in Kendall Square/MIT. This home is set on a corner giving it an oversized lot with a lovely, large walled garden. Substantially renovated in 2015 with 10 skylights, a sublime light-filled open-flow loft style owners' unit spans the second and third floor with a bedroom and full bath on each level. (Second bedroom currently being used as a second living room.) The owner's unit has beamed ceilings and black Hunter Douglas interior shutters, a chef’s kitchen with soapstone counters, a 48-inch double oven gas Wolf stove, a Wolf wall steam oven, Sub Zero double drawer freezer, Fisher Paykel refrigerator/freezer, tons of storage with beautiful custom built Imperia cabinetry, and two private porches--front and back. On the parlor level is a pitch-perfect spacious rental unit with with a strong income producing history (currently rented @4400/mo through October), comprised of two bedrooms--one at each end for optimal privacy--a generous eat-in-kitchen and large living room, adjoining dining room, and bathroom with linen closet. Full ceiling height in full basement. One off-street parking space, gated. Plenty of room for scooter and bike parking, or a shed. Walk score: 96/100 "Walker's Paradise." Surrounded by lush green city parks, a short walk to restaurants, the river and even Boston's Beacon Hill. No Open House - Viewings by Appointment. Please allow 24-48 hours for Seller response to Offer. Offers are due Sept 20 by 5:00 PM. Seller reserves the right to accept Offers before Offer due date.

Key facts

It was listed on September 15, 2026. The annual property taxes are $8,713 (2026 tax year). It sits on a 0.07-acre (3,142 sq ft) lot.

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Market Value Analysis

This Property
Size (SqFt) →Price →
This Property$813/sqft
Local Avg (Cambridge)$888/sqft
8% BelowMarket Average

* Analysis is based on 24 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Cambridge, MA.

Property Details

Financials

Original Price$2,195,000
Annual Taxes$8,712.52

Parking

Garage0
Off-Street1

Interior Specifications

Total Rooms12
FireplacesNone
FlooringWood, Tile, Hardwood
BasementFull, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Dirt Floor, Concrete, Unfinished

Climate & Utilities

Heating--
Cooling--
WaterPublic
SewerPublic Sewer

Building & Exterior

ConstructionFrame
RoofShingle, Rubber
FoundationStone
ZoningC-1

Property & Lot

Acres0.07
SqFt Lot3,142
Lot FeaturesCorner Lot

Amenities & Appliances

Plumbed For Ice Maker

Neighborhood

Public Transportation • Shopping • Pool • Tennis Court(s) • Park • Medical Facility

Geography

Questions about this home

When was 63 Sixth Street, Cambridge listed?

63 Sixth Street, Cambridge was listed on September 15, 2026.

Has the price of 63 Sixth Street, Cambridge changed?

The price hasn't changed since it was listed at $2,195,000.

What are the property taxes for 63 Sixth Street, Cambridge?

The annual property taxes for 63 Sixth Street, Cambridge are $8,713 (2026 tax year).

How big is the lot at 63 Sixth Street, Cambridge?

63 Sixth Street, Cambridge sits on a 0.07-acre (3,142 sq ft) lot.

What is the status of 63 Sixth Street, Cambridge?

63 Sixth Street, Cambridge is under contract, and the MLS still lists it as active.

Population

14,517

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)

Median Household Income

$127K

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)

Renter-Occupied Homes

74.5%

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)

Listing Provided By

Listing Agent: Nina Quinlan

Listing Office: Melcher Real Estate Group

MLS® Number: 73577051