50 Homer Ave, Cambridge, MA, 02138
About This Home
Bring your vision to this spacious two-family home with tremendous potential. Ideal for investors, owner occupants, or multigenerational living. This property features high ceilings, decorative molding, and hardwood floors throughout. The first-floor apartment offers a convenient first-floor bedroom, perfect for an in-law suite or rental income, while the upper unit provides a spacious three-bedroom layout. Located in the sought-after Strawberry Hill neighborhood, just 1.5 miles from Harvard Square and a few blocks from Huron Village, this home is within walking distance of shopping, dining, entertainment, and three bus routes. Enjoy nearby Fresh Pond Reservation, with its scenic trails surrounding a protected 155-acre reservoir. The private backyard offers space to garden, relax, and entertain- a true city oasis. Back on Market. Buyer financing fell through.
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Some Transit
Biker's ParadiseSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Materials
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Slate
- Construction materials: Frame
Type & Style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subType: 2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Range,Refrigerator
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Partial,Bulkhead
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Features
- Crown Molding,Bathroom with Shower Stall,Living Room,Kitchen
- Window features: Box/Bay/Bow Window(s)
- Flooring: Wood,Vinyl
- Finished area above ground: 2,111
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Hot Water,Steam,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: None
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,111
- Total interior livable area: 2,111 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 419165
- Zoning: C-1
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Garden
- Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed
Lot
- Lot size: 2,864 sqft
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Paved Drive,Off Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Massachusetts Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $6,573 | $78,876 |
| Home Insurance * | $217 | $2,604 |
| Property Taxes | $676 | $8,112 |
| Electricity | $416 | $4,995 |
| Total | $7,882 | $94,584 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Massachusetts FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-14 | Price change | $1,250,000 |
| 2026-08-07 | Listed for sale | $1,300,000 |
| 2026-08-05 | Contingent | $1,300,000 |
| 2026-06-16 | Listed for sale | $1,300,000 |
| 2025-09-06 | Listing removed | $2,700 |
| 2025-08-29 | Listed for rent | $2,700 |
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