59 Blanchard Rd Cambridge — Photo 1 of 1
Beds
3
Baths
1
SqFt
1,056
Style
Single Family
Built
1940
Attention Developers and those who love to rehab or renovate! Enjoy an exceptional Cambridge location near the Belmont line, offering the perfect balance of neighborhood living and urban convenience. Close to Fresh Pond Reservation and the Fresh Pond/Alewife shopping district, including Whole Foods and Trader Joe’s, with easy access to Alewife Station and the Red Line, Route 2 and major commuter routes. Convenient to Harvard Square, Belmont and Watertown, as well as Cambridge and Boston’s renowned universities and medical centers, including nearby Mount Auburn Hospital. Enjoy an abundance of restaurants, cafés, shopping and everyday conveniences, plus Fresh Pond’s scenic trails and green space. An ideal location for commuting into Boston, exploring Cambridge or enjoying everything this vibrant area has to offer.
Key facts
It was listed on October 3, 2026. The annual property taxes are $6,405 (2026 tax year). It sits on a 0.09-acre (4,000 sq ft) lot.
Market Value Analysis
* Analysis is based on 23 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Cambridge, MA.
Property Details
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Interior Specifications
Climate & Utilities
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Property & Lot
Neighborhood
Public Transportation • Shopping • Park • T-Station
Geography
Questions about this home
When was 59 Blanchard Rd, Cambridge listed?
59 Blanchard Rd, Cambridge was listed on October 3, 2026.
Has the price of 59 Blanchard Rd, Cambridge changed?
The price hasn't changed since it was listed at $995,000.
What are the property taxes for 59 Blanchard Rd, Cambridge?
The annual property taxes for 59 Blanchard Rd, Cambridge are $6,405 (2026 tax year).
How big is the lot at 59 Blanchard Rd, Cambridge?
59 Blanchard Rd, Cambridge sits on a 0.09-acre (4,000 sq ft) lot.
What is the status of 59 Blanchard Rd, Cambridge?
59 Blanchard Rd, 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: 528 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 1,056 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 4,000 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: Gundersheim Group Real Estate
Listing Office: Commonwealth Standard Realty Advisors
MLS® Number: 73586313
