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Sold for $1,400,000 on 10/22/25
  • $1,400,000

    1 Olive Pl, Cambridge, MA 02140

    3beds
    1,470sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1895
    1,742 Square Feet Lot
    $1,405,500 Zestimate®
    $952/sqft
    $4,119 Estimated rent

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    What's special

    A sunny single family that feels like living in the country. Unusual modified salt box style cedar shingle home. Tucked away on a private cup-de-sac in North Cambridge this 3 bedroom plus study/nursery has a private flowering garden and patio. Lovingly maintained to a high standard with updated country kitchen, recessed lighting, polished pine floors and high ceilings. New 2025 roof, new AC splits on all 3 floors, new 2025 carpeting on third floor. Loft like bedroom on 3rd floor with windows on three sides and full bath. New half bath on first floor for a total of 2.5 baths. Solar on roof to offset electric bills. Raised vegetable/flower beds in front South facing and lovely garden on East side. In ground irrigation system in yard. One car parking in front by custom. Tons of extra storage and full laundry in basement. This house packs a lot of amenities for the square footage. A gem ready for the taking. Easy walk to Alewife or Davis T stations. Taxes reflect residential exemption.

    Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago

    Listing updated: October 25, 2025 at 04:19pm

    Listed by:

    Margot Hull,

    Fairfield Properties

    Bought with:

    Dara Singleton

    Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate - The Shanahan Group

    Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73426043

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Wood, Recessed Lighting
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 140.93
    • Dimensions: 11.58 x 12.17
    Bedroom 2
    • Features: Flooring - Wood, Recessed Lighting
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 135.14
    • Dimensions: 11.58 x 11.67
    Bedroom 3
    • Level: Third
    • Area: 314.31
    • Dimensions: 12.92 x 24.33
    Bathroom 1
    • Features: Bathroom - Half
    • Level: First
    Bathroom 2
    • Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
    • Level: Second
    Bathroom 3
    • Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
    • Level: Third
    Dining room
    • Features: Flooring - Wood, Recessed Lighting
    • Level: First
    • Area: 114.72
    • Dimensions: 9.83 x 11.67
    Kitchen
    • Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Wood, Kitchen Island, Country Kitchen, Stainless Steel Appliances, Wainscoting
    • Level: First
    • Area: 144.08
    • Dimensions: 11.08 x 13
    Living room
    • Features: Flooring - Wood, Cable Hookup, High Speed Internet Hookup, Recessed Lighting
    • Level: First
    • Area: 141.9
    • Dimensions: 11.58 x 12.25
    Heating
    • Central, Baseboard, Heat Pump, Natural Gas, Ductless
    Cooling
    • 3 or More, Ductless
    Appliances
    • Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
    Features
    • Study, Finish - Sheetrock, Internet Available - Broadband
    • Flooring: Wood, Carpet, Pine, Flooring - Wood
    • Doors: Storm Door(s)
    • Windows: Insulated Windows
    • Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry,Concrete,Unfinished
    • Has fireplace: No
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,470
    • Total interior livable area: 1,470 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,470
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 1
    • Parking features: On Street, Assigned
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Features
    • Patio & porch: Porch - Enclosed, Patio, Enclosed
    • Exterior features: Porch - Enclosed, Patio, Patio - Enclosed, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard, Garden
    • Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
    Lot
    • Size: 1,742 sqft
    • Features: Cul-De-Sac, Level
    Details
    • Parcel number: 413785
    • Zoning: Res

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Saltbox
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Frame
    • Foundation: Brick/Mortar
    • Roof: Tile
    Condition
    • Year built: 1895

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: 100 Amp Service
    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
    Green energy
    • Energy generation: Solar

    Community & neighborhood

    Community
    • Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station, University
    Location
    • Region: Cambridge

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing terms: Contract,Lender Approval Required
    • Road surface type: Paved
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    Estimated market value
    $1,405,500