136 Appleton St, Cambridge, MA 02138
OFF MARKET

136 Appleton St
Cambridge, MA 02138

West Cambridge
  • 6 Beds
  • 5.5 Baths
  • 4,450 sqft

$3,858,800

Trulia Estimate
as of May 23, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $22,795/mo*

$3,858,800

Trulia Estimate
as of May 23, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $22,795/mo*
6 Beds
5.5 Baths
4,450 sqft

Local Information

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Description

The Sabbatical House is an extremely rare investment opportunity! The apartments are 100% rented and are fully furnished and equipped with all household supplies and cooking essentials. The current owner did a gut rehab in 2000 of the heating, electrical, roof and interior finishes. A team of more than 35 specialists in "green building and clean energy" consulted on the project. The infrastructure is nothing like you have ever seen! The building is designed with a state of the art heating and electrical system that is considered by many experts to be the standard by which the LEED Guidelines were established. The units have been 100% rented during the past 18 years. This property was featured in "Natural Home Magazine," the "Boston Business Journal" and The Boston Sunday Globe. Located in one of Cambridge's most exclusive neighborhoods, 136 Appleton Street is convenient to Harvard, MIT and many other prestigious institutions.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
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Home Details for 136 Appleton St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementTypes of Rooms: Walk In Closet, Breakfast Nook, Dining Room, Family Room, Library, Mud Room, Office, Pantry, Recreation Room, Solarium Atrium, Sun Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: Central, OtherHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Floors: Tile, Hardwood
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherRefrigerator

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: MetalDeckExterior: Wood
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Carport, Garage Attached, Off Street, On Street

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1929
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Multi FamilyArchitecture: Loft

Community

Units in Building: 4

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4356 sqft

Price History for 136 Appleton St

DatePriceEventSource
12/12/2018$2,900,000Sold
N/A
09/04/2018$3,500,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
08/28/2018$4,300,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
06/24/2018$2,500ListingRemovedAgent Provided
06/16/2018$2,500Listed For RentAgent Provided
04/27/2018$2,500ListingRemovedAgent Provided
01/16/2018$2,500Listed For RentAgent Provided
04/06/2017$3,950ListingRemovedAgent Provided
03/18/2017$3,950PriceChange
Agent Provided
02/02/2017$3,900Listed For RentAgent Provided
02/29/2016$3,800ListingRemovedAgent Provided
02/19/2016$3,800Listed For RentAgent Provided
06/12/2012$2,300ListingRemovedAgent Provided
05/30/2012$2,300Listed For RentAgent Provided
04/05/2012$2,300ListingRemovedAgent Provided
03/27/2012$2,300PriceChange
Agent Provided
03/23/2012$3,500Listed For RentAgent Provided
02/25/2012$2,450,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
02/17/2012$3,400ListingRemovedAgent Provided
01/12/2012$3,400Listed For RentAgent Provided
12/04/2011$2,450,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
11/30/2011$2,300ListingRemovedAgent Provided
11/17/2011$2,300Listed For RentAgent Provided
11/23/1992$190,000Sold
N/A
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$17,171
Assessment$2,704,100
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 136 Appleton St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.40
Multi-Family Home
$2,620,000
10/01/25
7
4
4,244
0.27
Multi-Family Home
$2,600,000
03/16/26
5
3
3,559
0.33
Multi-Family Home
$2,150,000
03/12/26
8
7
5,599
0.40
Multi-Family Home
$2,452,150
07/28/25
7
3
3,796
0.12
Multi-Family Home
$2,040,000
12/08/25
5
2
2,638
0.12
Multi-Family Home
$1,541,000
02/13/26
5
2
2,730
0.42
Multi-Family Home
$2,250,000
12/31/25
6
3
3,233
0.45
Multi-Family Home
$2,250,000
11/24/25
6
2
2,239
0.51
Multi-Family Home
$1,875,000
12/04/25
5
2
2,788
0.92
Multi-Family Home
$2,570,000
11/14/25
6
3
3,133

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Assigned Schools

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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about West Cambridge

At least 66 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 99 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 93 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 93 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 89 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 86 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 82 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 75 % Say parking is easy

  • 74 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 71 % Say kids play outside

  • 69 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 68 % Say there's wildlife

  • 65 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 62 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 61 % Say it's quiet

  • 53 % Say there are community events

  • 41 % Say car is needed

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Lansberry.family
    "We have lived here for two years after moving from the suburbs, it’s a nice place and we really like being able walk to so many places."
  • Lansberry.family
    "Great place I’m so glad that we moved here from the suburbs 2 years ago. It’s a great combination of convenience and quiet."
  • Trulia User
    "Yes, they like dogs living in the neighborhood. Also, the place is very nice for dog walking. ... "
  • Sandy
    "Great neighborhood and people are very friendly! Lots of parks nearby and very tranquil and safe. Great youth baseball programs as well. "
  • Anna.silbey
    "This is a very family friendly area with various parks and green spaces. The local stores are part of the community and help foster independence for the neighborhood kids. "
  • Maureen.plaisimond
    "Safe community. Family friendly & Dog friendly area. Near Fresh Pond so walking is pleasant. Could be more diverse"
  • Ginny B.
    "Fresh Pond for long walks- VERY clean and well-maintained park with amazing scenery and an especially beautiful, grassy area for Cambridge-licensed dogs."
  • Pepe C.
    "Quiet and clean neighborhood with a few restaurants and market stores closed by. Accesible by bus, bike and car. Lots of amenities on a walk distance. "
  • Linh
    "Quiet, close proximity to stores, boutiques, streets have sidewalks, bike lanes, and street parking is available and not congested as downtown. City setting but suburban feel, people walk their dogs, responsible for cleaning up after them, green spaces, colleges near by but never feel like you’re living near an animal house. Great quality of life. Nearby transit, plenty of blue bikes, etc. I absolutely love it here!"
  • Morgan R
    "Trains and buses are pretty good. Convenient walk to school. Driving better for commute to south Boston "
  • Jasper H.
    "Not enough green space to adequately have your dog get his run on! Also we have lots of traffic on Concord Ave."
  • Maggie A
    "It is mostly family but buses do not run often enough and I would like a Shaw’s or Stop and shop near by. The Star Market is close but it old and dreary"
  • Robramsdell
    "There is a great mix of people and it is a very friendly and nice environment with access to playgrounds, toy store, market, parks, and Fresh Pond Reservation. "
  • Bottlegreenjaguar
    "A rare combo of urban amenities and culture -- walking distance to Harvard, excellent markets and galleries, a Blue Bikes station -- with a somewhat suburban feel: tree-lined roads, well-tended gardens, friendly neighbors. Even the on-street parking isn't as impossible as in most other parts of Cambridge. With the long-awaited completion of recent major public work, accessibility for most modes of transpo (not to mention the sewer infrastructure) is vastly improved."
  • Laura S.
    "There are some dog parks nearby and a good bike trail to walk on."
  • Laura S.
    "The commute can be a bit tough at times. Alewife gets very busy."
  • Laura S.
    "It's a great location close to a bunch of squares and the Red Line."
  • Laura S.
    "For parents, it's a nice part of town that you can easily get around in."
  • Linda J.
    "Dog owners can walk their dogs around Harvard University, and there are parks too. But some parts can feel a little cramped."
  • Linda J.
    "Sometimes the traffic can be bad around Harvard, but it is usually good."
  • Linda J.
    "There is something about it that just makes me very happy. There is no other place like it."
  • Ann S.
    "I love living in West Cambridge. Beautiful, safe,family-and pet-friendly neighborhood in a wonderful community."
  • Paul C.
    "We purchased a home in another area but will sorely miss this part of town. It is quiet, with great neighbors, and Fresh Pond is hands down one of the best places to walk the dog that I know of, beautiful and peaceful. I spend 4-6 days a week enjoying the views. The neighborhood is very convenient to the T, shops, and restaurants. Also with a short walk or bike ride you will be in Porter Sq, Davis Sq, or Harvard for all Cambridge has to offer. "
  • Diane L.
    "Great neighborhood - one of Cambridge's best, large lots, right next to Fresh Pond Reservation for recreation. Walk to libraries, stores, T, restaurants. Close to major routes (2, 3, 16, Mass Pike) for easy escapes from the city. "

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136 Appleton St, Cambridge, MA 02138 is a 6 bedroom, 6 bathroom, 4,450 sqft multi-family built in 1929. 136 Appleton St is located in West Cambridge, Cambridge. This property is not currently available for sale. 136 Appleton St was last sold on Dec 12, 2018 for $2,900,000. The current Trulia Estimate for 136 Appleton St is $3,858,800.