Set on one of Cambridge's most coveted streets in Avon Hill, this exceptional 5 bedroom, 4.5 bath residence pairs the architectural grandeur of 1896 with thoughtful, modern refinement, offering over 5,000 square feet of gracious living across four beautifully finished levels.A grand staircase greets you upon entry, setting the tone for the home's rich period character: marble mantels, intricate dentil moldings, a strikingly detailed windows, and craftsmanship rarely found today throughout. Yet the home lives entirely in the present: featuring a luxury kitchen with stainless steel appliances including a SubZero fridge, ample storage and granite counters that flow seamlessly into a sun-drenched family room, where a wall of French doors opens to a deck and private yard, made for effortless indoor-outdoor living.The custom-designed primary suite is a private sanctuary: a gas fireplace, walk-in closet, sun-filled sitting area, a spa-like bath with heated floors, and an in-suite washer/dryer. Two to three additional bedrooms and a full bath complete the second floor, while a tranquil third-floor suite, complete with its own full bath and a private roof deck, offers a peaceful escape or ideal guest quarters.The finished lower level extends the home's versatility with a second washer/dryer, wet bar, custom closet, full bath, and multiple rooms that can be leveraged as a home gym, playroom, office or additonal living space. The lower level offers direct yard access, making it practical as an extension of daily life as well as useful as an in law or nanny suite .Rounding out the home: gleaming hardwood floors throughout, forced-air heat, central air conditioning, a private balcony, and 2 car off-street parking. Ideally positioned just a block from Raymond Park and playground, adjacent to Observatory Hill, this address places you close to the shops, dining, and cultural energy of both Harvard and Porter Squares, the best of Cambridge living, right outside your door.
Tenant responsible for gas and electric, hot water, cable, internet, snow removal around the house (porch and drive).
Landlord covers: city taxes, water and sewer, snow removal on sidewalk, lawn care.Trash, recycling and compost covered by the city of Cambridge.
Tenant is responsible for putting the barrels out by the curb on scheduled pickup days (see city of Cambridge website for schedule) and retrieving barrels after collection.
House for rent
Single family residence
Available now
No pets
Air conditioner, central air
In unit laundry
Off street parking
What's special
Central air conditioningDeck and private yardSun-drenched family roomMarble mantelsSun-filled sitting areaPrivate balconyPrivate roof deck
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Cooling
- Air Conditioner, Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave Oven, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 5,009 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
Details
- Parcel number: CAMBM00206L00024
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Cambridge
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 1 Year
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/6/2026 | Listed for rent | $15,000+50%$3/sqft |
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| 7/26/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 6/25/2021 | Listed for rent | $10,000$2/sqft |
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| 4/1/2020 | Listing removed | $10,000$2/sqft |
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| 8/5/2019 | Price change | $10,000-13%$2/sqft |
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| 6/14/2019 | Listed for rent | $11,500+8.5%$2/sqft |
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| 6/24/2015 | Listing removed | $10,600$2/sqft |
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| 6/4/2015 | Price change | $10,600-3.6%$2/sqft |
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| 4/23/2015 | Listed for rent | $11,000$2/sqft |
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| 5/22/2013 | Listing removed | $2,650,000$529/sqft |
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| 1/18/2013 | Price change | $2,650,000-4.8%$529/sqft |
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| 11/17/2012 | Price change | $2,785,000-5.6%$556/sqft |
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| 9/21/2012 | Listed for sale | $2,950,000+126.9%$589/sqft |
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| 9/4/2001 | Sold | $1,300,000$260/sqft |
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