Tucked along one of the most sought-after streets in West Cambridge, between Harvard Square & the Charles River, this beautifully proportioned home blends historic character with everyday convenience. Mercer Circle, originally called Telephone Street, is part of a storied enclave developed by Gardiner G. Hubbard, founder of the National Geographic Society and 1st president of Bell Telephone Company. The property showcases a 29' covered wrap-around porch overlooking specimen plantings. Inside, gracious rooms are defined by tall windows & ceilings, fireplaces, and custom built-ins. Outside, the irrigated fruit gardens yield plums, blueberries, apples, and vegetables. Ideally located just 0.2 miles from BB&N's Lower and Middle Schools and approximately one mile from Shady Hill School & BB&N's Upper School. Properties on Mercer Circle are rarely offered, as residents tend to stay for generations, drawn by the tranquil setting, community, & enduring curb appeal.
| MLS # | 73502038 |
|---|---|
| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | House |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Active |
| Year | 1885 |
| Days On Site | 194 |
| Listing Provided By | Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge | Gail Roberts, Ed Feijo & Team |
| Bed(s) | 4 |
|---|---|
| Bath(s) | 5 Total |
| SQ Feet | 4,292 |
| Basement | Y |
| Zoning | res |
| Acreage | 0.22 |
| Rooms Total | 13 |
|---|---|
| Cooling Yes / No | Yes |
| Cooling | Central Air, Whole House Fan |
| Heating Yes / No | Yes |
| Heating | Forced Air, Natural Gas |
| Interior Features | Office, Exercise Room, Library, Vestibule |
| Fireplaces Total | 2 |
| Fireplace Yes / No | Yes |
| Exterior Features | Porch, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Fruit Trees, Garden |
|---|---|
| Foundation Details | Stone, Brick/Mortar |
| Lot Features | Corner Lot |
| Garage Yes / No | No |
|---|---|
| Parking Features | Off Street, Paved |
| Open Parking Yes / No | Yes |
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
|---|
| Tax Annual Amount | 29805.79 |
|---|---|
| Tax Assessed Value | 4851600 |
| Tax Year | 2026 |
| Community Features | Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University |
|---|---|
| Senior Community Yes / No | No |
| State | MA |
|---|---|
| County | Middlesex |
| City | Cambridge |
| Zip Code | 02138 |
| Area | West Cambridge |
| Listing VS Median (in 02138) | |
Price: $4,800,000 low | high Med: $618,000 sqft: 4,292 low | high Med: 557 $ / sqft: $1,118 low | high Med: $1,110 On site: 194 low | high Med: 40 | |
| State | MA |
|---|---|
| County | Middlesex |
| City | Cambridge |
| Zip Code | 02138 |
| Area | West Cambridge |
| Listing VS Median (in 02138) | |
Price: $4,800,000 low | high Med: $618,000 sqft: 4,292 low | high Med: 557 $ / sqft: $1,118 low | high Med: $1,110 On site: 194 low | high Med: 40 | |
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