Set at the end of a private way, this charming single family offers an efficient layout with three bedrooms, two studies, 2.5 baths, bonus space in the basement & parking! Just refreshedpainted throughout, refinished hardwood floors, new light fixtures, and numerous other updates makes this move-in ready. There is a semi-open living, dining and updated eat-in kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, & plentiful white shaker-style wood cabinetry and connecting directly to a lovely brick patio. Moving upstairs, the second floor has 2 bedrooms, a study and a full bath. The entire top floor is the primary bedroom suitewith cathedral ceilings, a skylight, spacious en-suite bathroom, & even a nifty office nook. Green features include solar panels, ductless mini splits, and a Navien tankless water heater. Picture yourself in this sweet Cambridge abode, close to Alewife, Davis Sq & Porter Sq Red Line MBTAs, restaurants, shops & more! Offers, if any, are due June 15 @12p.
- MLS# 72845638
- Date Listed06/08/2021
- Bedrooms 3
- Bathrooms 2 Full baths, 1 Half baths
- Lot Size 0.03 acres (1,307 sq. ft)
- Sewer Public Sewer
- Property Type Single Family
- County Middlesex
- Year Built 1903
- Water Public
- Square Feet 1,635 sq. ft
- Price Per Sq. Ft $749.24
Interior Features
- Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Plumbed For Ice Maker
- Flooring Tile, Hardwood
- Cooling Central Air, Ductless
- Heating Natural Gas, Central, Forced Air, Electric, Ductless
Exterior / Lot Features
- Exterior Storage
- Roof Shingle
- Lot Size Acres 0.03
- Lot Size SQFT 1,306.80
- Lot Features Level
Directions
Rindge Ave to Montgomery Street to Frances Place.
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount $3,033
- Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Nearby Schools
Source: School Digger
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
Public • PK - 6 • Serves this home
0.47 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8 • Serves this home
0.47 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
1.83 mi
Distance
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
Public • PK - 6 • Serves this home
0.47 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 5
0.47 mi
Distance
John F. Kennedy Elementary School
Public • PK - 8
1.1 mi
Distance
West Somerville Neighborhood School
Public • PK - 8
1.58 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 5
1.89 mi
Distance
Public • PK - PK
2.49 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 5
2.57 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 4
2.73 mi
Distance
Dr Albert F Argenziano School At Lincoln Park
Public • PK - 8
2.88 mi
Distance
John J Mcglynn Elementary School
Public • PK - 5
2.93 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8 • Serves this home
0.47 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 6
1.97 mi
Distance
Public • 7 - 8
2.53 mi
Distance
Winthrop L Chenery Middle School
Public • 5 - 8
2.73 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
2.93 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
2.93 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
3.01 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
4.06 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
4.06 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
4.28 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
1.83 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
2.53 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
2.73 mi
Distance
Cambridge Rindge And Latin School
Public • 9 - 12
3.01 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
3.22 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
3.26 mi
Distance
Public • 10 - UG
3.49 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
3.57 mi
Distance
Medford Vocational Technical High School
Public • 9 - 12
3.57 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
4.22 mi
Distance
Private • 09 - 12
0.55 mi
Distance
International School Of Boston
Private • PK - 12
0.55 mi
Distance
Private • UG - UG
1.77 mi
Distance
Buckingham Browne & Nichols School
Private • PK - 12
2.5 mi
Distance
Arlington Catholic High School
Private • 09 - 12
2.83 mi
Distance
German International School Boston
Private • PK - 12
3.49 mi
Distance
Private • 07 - 12
3.77 mi
Distance
Private • 07 - 12
4.26 mi
Distance
Private • PK - 12
4.38 mi
Distance
Waldorf High School Of Massachusetts Bay
Private • 09 - 12
4.42 mi
Distance
Sales & Tax History
Source: Public Records
| Street Address | Beds | Baths | Sold Date | List Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Berkeley St | 7 | 6 | Oct 16, 2025 | $4,200,000 |
| 57 Brewster Street | 6 | 5 | Oct 24, 2025 | $4,200,000 |
| 211 Arlington St | 3 | 2 | Nov 04, 2025 | $744,500 |
| 11 Longfellow Rd | 4 | 5 | Oct 20, 2025 | $3,725,000 |
| 69 Hopedale St | 4 | 2 | Oct 21, 2025 | $999,999 |
| 7 Broad St | 3 | 1 | Nov 13, 2025 | $1,089,000 |
| 12 Temple Street | 5 | 3 | Oct 10, 2025 | $999,000 |
| 176 Channing Road | 4 | 4 | Nov 14, 2025 | $2,300,000 |
| 36 Highland Road | 3 | 2 | Oct 18, 2025 | $2,150,000 |
| 109 Lake View Ave | 5 | 3 | Nov 10, 2025 | $2,250,000 |
Population & Environment
Source: Sperling's Best Places
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 22,626 | 120,380 | 1,645,166 | 335,858,263 |
| Population Density | 19,483 | 18,852 | 2,012 | 95 |
| People per Household | 2.1 | 2 | 2.5 | 2.6 |
| Median Age | 40.1 | 36 | 41.5 | 39.1 |
| Median Income | $115,903 | $111,644 | $107,759 | $66,222 |
| Average Income | $67,808 | $67,382 | $55,878 | $35,475 |
| Cost of Living Index | 90 | 86 | 111 | 100 |
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January Avg. High Temp | 17.28°F | 22.1°F | 15.7°F | 22.6°F |
| July Avg. High Temp | 82.43°F | 82.2°F | 82.7°F | 86.2°F |
| Annual Precipitation | 46.88" | 42.53" | 46.95" | 38" |
87/100
Very Walkable
Walk Score ®
66/100
Good Transit
Transit Score ®
86/100
Very Bikeable
Bike Score ®
Overview
Most errands can be accomplished on foot. Many nearby public transportation options. Biking is convenient for most trips.Transit Summary
33 nearby routes: 31 bus, 2 rail, 0 other
Walkability averages in the surrounding area
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 70/100, Transit Score: 57/100, Bike Score: 69/100.
Property Change History
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Frequently Asked Questions for 3 Frances Place
Source: Realty.com
3 Frances Place, Cambridge, MA 02140 is a Single Family 1,635 sq. ft. home listed for sale. Realty.com has 18 photos available of this 3 bed, 3 bath house, listed at $1,225,000. View sales and tax history, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com
Realty.com has 18 photos of 3 Frances Place.
Our records indicate that 3 Frances Place was built in 1903.
The full address for this home is 3 Frances Place, Cambridge, MA 02140.
3 Frances Place has been listed on Realty.com since Tue June 08, 2021
Most errands can be accomplished on foot. Many nearby public transportation options. Biking is convenient for most trips.
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 70/100, Transit Score: 57/100, Bike Score: 69/100.
There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 3 Frances Place. Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School (Grades: PK - 6), Rindge Avenue Upper School (Grades: 6 - 8), Curtis-tufts High School (Grades: 9 - 12)
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