1715 Cambridge Street, Cambridge, MA 02138

$3,100,000 - Harvard Square

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Welcome to the Wisteria House in the heart of the Cambridge. Built in 1845, this Greek Revival home carefully modernized, retains many original features including 6 travertine fireplaces and original Doric column porch. The home boasts 4 levels of living with a lovely granite patio and elegant, mature oasis at the rear of the large lot. On the 1st floor are formal living and dining rooms, charming powder room, a modern cherry kitchen and den overlooking the peaceful rear yard. Second floor has ensuite guest bedroom and a luxurious primary retreat with extensive closets, washer dryer, soaking tub and dual sink vanity. The third floor has two more bedrooms, a bathroom with built-in clothes drying shelves. Lower level has two offices, a kitchenette, 3/4 bathroom, a wine cellar and a second laundry room. Flanking the patio is a detached, heated workshop formerly used as a greenhouse. After 38 wonderful years, these owners are ready for new owners to enjoy a charming home near Harvard Sq

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1715 Cambridge Street, Harvard Square, Cambridge, MA 02138
List Price:$3,100,000
Status:Active
MLS ID:73402173
Town:Cambridge
Neighborhood:Harvard Square
County:Middlesex
Zip:02138
Property Type:Residential
Property Sub Type:Single Family Residence
Bedrooms:4
Full Baths:4
Half Baths:1
Living Area:3,800 sqft
Acres:0.13
Taxes:14,406
Appliances:Electric Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Cooling:Window Unit(s), Ductless
Flooring:Wood, Tile, Vinyl, Carpet, Hardwood, Stone / Slate, Parquet, Brick, Other, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wood
Heating:Electric, Wood, Wood Stove, Ductless, Fireplace
Lot Features:Level
Parking Features:Off Street, Tandem
Status:Active
Water Source:Public
Year Built:1845
Accessibility Features:No
Roof:Slate, Asphalt/Composition Shingles
Window Features:Window(s) - Picture, Storm Window(s), Screens
Directions:near corner of Sumner & Cambridge Street. Park on Sumner Street (resident) or Felton (meters)
Laundry Features:Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Sink, In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Foundation Details:Stone, Brick/Mortar
Electric:200+ Amp Service
Construction Materials:Frame
Fireplace Features:Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bath, Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove
Listing Contract Date:2025-07-09
Cooling?:Yes
Fireplace?:Yes
Heating?:Yes
Lot Size Area:0.13
Lot Size Square Feet:5,712
Fireplaces Total:6
Rooms Total:10
Architectural Style:Greek Revival
Bathrooms Total Integer:5
Basement:true
Basement:Full, Finished, Interior Entry
Building Area Source:Measured
Building Area Total:3,800
Community Features:Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Park, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Exterior Features:Permeable Paving, Porch, Patio - Enclosed, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Screens, Fenced Yard, Garden
Fencing:Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Interior Features:Bathroom - Half, Lighting - Overhead, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Bathroom, 3/4 Bath, Home Office, Wine Cellar
Living Area Units:Square Feet
Lot Size Units:Acres
Other Structures:Workshop
Parcel Number:409722
Patio And Porch Features:Porch, Enclosed
Property Attached?:Yes
Sewer:Public Sewer
Utilities:for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Zoning:Res B
Elementary School:Lottery
Exclusions:Few Yard Plants, Attached Mirror And Soap Dish, Wall Coat Rack And Outdoor Sconce Excluded
Green Water Conservation:Low-Flow Fixtures, Low Flow Toilet
High School:Crls
Middle Or Junior School:Lottery
Year Built Source:Public Records
Disclosures:Home on the National Historic Registry and Mid-Cambridge Conservation District. Taxes listed with Residential exemption of $3, 265. Few window sills need replacement; single pane replacement windows with storms & screens throughout
Farm Land Area Units:Square Feet
Listing Agreement:Exclusive Right To Sell
Color:Mustard
Mh:Cooling Zones, Cc:Cooling Zones, Mf:Cooling Zones, Sf:Cooling Zones:8
Disclosure:No
Dpr Flag:No
Heat Zones:16
Lead Paint:Unknown
Listing Alert:No
List Price Per Sqft:$815.79
Page:206205
Price Per Sqft:$815.79
Square Feet Disclosures:City lists as 2, 794 sq ft
Square Feet Incl Base:Yes
Sub Agency Offered:No
Year Round:Yes
Original List Price:$3,100,000
Parking Total:3
Room Bathroom1 Features:Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub, Closet - Linen, Walk-In Closet(s), Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Low Flow Toilet, Cabinets - Upgraded, Double Vanity, Dryer Hookup - Electric, Washer Hookup, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead, Pocket Door
Room Bathroom1 Level:Second
Room Bathroom2 Features:Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Low Flow Toilet, Lighting - Overhead
Room Bathroom2 Level:Second
Room Bathroom3 Features:Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Low Flow Toilet, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead
Room Bathroom3 Level:Third
Room Bedroom2 Features:Cedar Closet(s), Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Attic Access
Room Bedroom2 Level:Second
Room Bedroom3 Features:Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
Room Bedroom3 Level:Third
Room Bedroom4 Features:Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
Room Bedroom4 Level:Third
Room Dining Room Features:Flooring - Hardwood, Pocket Door
Room Dining Room Level:First
Room Family Room Features:Vaulted Ceiling(s), Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Picture, Exterior Access
Room Family Room Level:First
Room Kitchen Features:Dining Area, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Cabinets - Upgraded, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Slider, Lighting - Pendant
Room Kitchen Level:First
Room Living Room Features:Flooring - Hardwood, Pocket Door
Room Living Room Level:First
Room Master Bathroom Features:Yes
Room Master Bedroom Features:Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Remodeled, Pocket Door
Room Master Bedroom Level:Second
Room Office Features:Fireplace, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Room Office Level:Basement
Tax Assessed Value:$2,708,000
Tax Year:2025
Year Built Details:Actual, Renovated Since
Insulation Feature:Partial

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Property Last Updated: July 27, 2025 03:10 AM

Listing Courtesy of: Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
Listing Agent: Minka Vanbeuzekom
617-596-1547