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    $5,500/mo

    98.5 Foster St, Cambridge, MA 02138

    3beds
    1,273sqft

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    Single family residence
    Available now
    Cats, dogs OK
    Air conditioner, wall unit
    In unit laundry
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    What's special

    Wood-burning fireplaceFenced gardenFull basementUpdated bathExcellent cross-ventilationQuiet side streetLovely neighborhood views
    A rare opportunity to enjoy the privacy and charm of a freestanding single-family home in the heart of coveted Old Cambridge. Tucked along a quiet side street, this light-filled 1886 gem beautifully blends historic character with comfortable city living. The inviting living room features a wood-burning fireplace and dual exposures, while the open kitchen and dining area is surrounded by natural light and opens through glass doors to a private deck and fenced garden an idyllic setting for entertaining, dining outdoors, or simply relaxing. Throughout the home, handsome wood floors, generous ceiling heights, abundant windows, and a beautiful 19th-century stained-glass window add warmth and architectural character. Upstairs are three bedrooms PLUS A DEN along with an updated bath. Lovely neighborhood views, excellent cross-ventilation, a full basement, and newer systems complete the home. Just one block from the Charles River and Cambridge Skating Club and approximately 0.7 mile to Harvard Square and the Red Line, this special residence offers the best of Cambridge living historic charm, private outdoor space, and remarkable access to Harvard, MIT, MGH, and downtown Boston. looking for 12 months or longer
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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    Cooling
    • Air Conditioner, Wall Unit
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave Oven, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
    • Laundry: In Unit
    Features
    • Flooring: Hardwood
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 1,273 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Details: Contact manager
    Features
    • Patio & porch: Patio

    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

    DateEventPrice
    8/24/2026Listed for rent$5,500+10%$4/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    7/5/2023Listing removed--
    Source: MLS PIN #73125028 Report a problem
    6/14/2023Listed for rent$5,000$4/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73125028 Report a problem
    12/1/2020Listing removed$1,285,000$1,009/sqft
    Source: Compass #72754537 Report a problem
    11/18/2020Pending sale$1,285,000$1,009/sqft
    Source: Compass #72754537 Report a problem
    11/7/2020Listed for sale$1,285,000$1,009/sqft
    Source: Compass #72754537 Report a problem

    Neighborhood: West Cambridge

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