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Sold for $10,250,000
  • $10,250,000

    88 Garden St, Cambridge, MA 02138

    5beds
    7,588sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1810
    0.32 Acres Lot
    $10,187,300 Zestimate®
    $1,351/sqft
    $7,776 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $10,187,300

    $9.17M - $11.31M

    $7,776/mo

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    What's special

    Art interior designModern amenitiesComprehensive security systemMassive brazilian wood deckHuge studioLarge media roomLavish primary suite
    The historic Asa Gray house is an iconic property showcasing meticulous preservation work and state of the art interior design, carpentry & modern amenities for a luxury lifestyle. Fine features throughout include custom mill work, opulent stonework, built-ins, many fireplaces, high-end appliances, Lutron lighting, a comprehensive security system, plus so much more. The home was remodeled with an emphasis on seamless indoor-outdoor entertaining, highlighted by the gorgeous eat-in chef's kitchen & a massive Brazilian wood deck that is accessed by three sets of glass French doors. The huge studio with a wet-bar, en-suite bath & 5 skylights can be used as a 1st floor guest suite, gym & more. Upstairs, the lavish primary suite showcases an expansive custom dressing room fully outfitted in custom cabinetry & a spa-like 4-piece bath with radiant heat as well as three additional bed/bath suites. Lower level contains a large media room, guest room & bath. An absolutely exquisite home.

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    Listed by:

    Gail Roberts, Ed Feijo & Team 617-844-2712,

    Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge 617-864-4430

    Bought with:

    Charles Letovsky

    Barrett Sotheby's International Realty

    Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73154281

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 5
    • Bathrooms: 7
    • Full bathrooms: 6
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Primary bedroom
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 288
    • Dimensions: 18 x 16
    Bedroom 2
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 272
    • Dimensions: 17 x 16
    Bedroom 3
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 272
    • Dimensions: 17 x 16
    Bedroom 4
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 208
    • Dimensions: 16 x 13
    Bedroom 5
    • Level: Basement
    • Area: 140
    • Dimensions: 14 x 10
    Primary bathroom
    • Features: Yes
    Bathroom 1
    • Level: First
    • Area: 30
    • Dimensions: 6 x 5
    Bathroom 2
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 50
    • Dimensions: 10 x 5
    Dining room
    • Level: First
    • Area: 288
    • Dimensions: 18 x 16
    Family room
    • Level: First
    • Area: 255
    • Dimensions: 17 x 15
    Kitchen
    • Level: First
    • Area: 624
    • Dimensions: 26 x 24
    Living room
    • Level: First
    • Area: 625
    • Dimensions: 25 x 25
    Office
    • Level: First
    • Area: 96
    • Dimensions: 16 x 6
    Heating
    • Hot Water, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Laundry: Second Floor
    Features
    • Library, Media Room, Wine Cellar, Office, Mud Room, Wet Bar
    • Flooring: Wood, Hardwood, Stone / Slate
    • Doors: French Doors
    • Basement: Full,Finished,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry
    • Number of fireplaces: 6
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 7,588
    • Total interior livable area: 7,588 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 3
    • Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
    • Attached garage spaces: 1
    • Uncovered spaces: 2
    Features
    • Patio & porch: Deck - Wood, Patio, Covered
    • Exterior features: Deck - Wood, Patio, Covered Patio/Deck, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Fenced Yard, Garden
    • Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
    Lot
    • Size: 0.32 Acres
    • Features: Corner Lot
    Details
    • Parcel number: 416437
    • Zoning: res

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Colonial,Antique,Federal
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Frame
    • Foundation: Stone, Brick/Mortar, Granite
    • Roof: Shingle,Rubber
    Condition
    • Year built: 1810

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & neighborhood

    Security
    • Security features: Security System
    Community
    • Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University, Sidewalks
    Location
    • Region: Cambridge

    Other

    Other facts
    • Road surface type: Paved

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    10/5/2023Sold$10,250,000-5.1%$1,351/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73154281 Report a problem
    9/1/2023Listed for sale$10,800,000$1,423/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73154281 Report a problem
    9/1/2023Listing removed$10,800,000$1,423/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73109754 Report a problem
    5/10/2023Listed for sale$10,800,000+103.8%$1,423/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73109754 Report a problem
    4/21/2021Sold$5,300,000-7.8%$698/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    7/14/2020Listing removed$5,750,000$758/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Cambridge #72631708 Report a problem
    6/30/2020Listing removed$14,000$2/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Cambridge #72650430 Report a problem
    5/14/2020Listed for rent$14,000$2/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Cambridge #72650430 Report a problem
    5/1/2020Listed for sale$5,750,000$758/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge Mass Ave #72631708 Report a problem
    3/13/2020Pending sale$5,750,000$758/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Cambridge Mass Ave #72631708 Report a problem
    3/11/2020Listed for sale$5,750,000+69.1%$758/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Cambridge #72631708 Report a problem
    6/30/2011Sold$3,400,000+156.6%$448/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    9/30/1999Sold$1,325,000$175/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$61,783 +13.1%$9,729,600 +5.4%
    2024$54,640 +53.8%$9,229,700 +52.2%
    2023$35,536 +18.1%$6,064,100 +19.3%
    2022$30,097 +7.3%$5,084,000 +6%
    2021$28,053 +4.9%$4,795,300 +3.1%
    2020$26,746 +2.7%$4,651,500 +6.1%
    2019$26,047 +1.3%$4,385,000 +7.3%
    2018$25,705 +2.3%$4,086,700 +5.5%
    2017$25,138 +1%$3,873,300 +8.8%
    2016$24,885 +0.9%$3,560,100 +12.8%
    2015$24,675 -0.2%$3,155,400 +6.9%
    2014$24,735 -3.4%$2,951,700 -0.2%
    2013$25,618 +10.1%$2,958,200 +7.8%
    2012$23,270 +1.2%$2,744,100 -2.6%
    2011$23,000 +6.7%$2,818,600 +0.9%
    2010$21,561 +8.5%$2,792,900 +6.2%
    2009$19,874 +3.9%$2,628,900 +1.1%
    2008$19,133 -2%$2,599,600 -0.4%
    2007$19,522 $2,609,900

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: Peabody

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